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Pilates Thoughtful Tuesday: Authenticity, Identity, and the Labels We Keep
Balance between tradition and evolution in Pilates and yoga teaching. Yesterday I read a post on a classical Pilates social media thread that stopped me for a moment. The writer claimed that in the method you needed 25 personal training sessions before you were allowed into the open studio to practise. According to them, if you had not done those 25 sessions, you were not considered classical. This was new information for me. New, but not surprising. Even inside the classica

Michael King
Dec 2, 20252 min read
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Pilates Movement of the Day: Deep Squat on a Yoga Block
Focused and balanced, he holds a deep squat, raising one foot on a block to open the hips. If you want to improve your Pilates practice,...

Michael King
Aug 11, 20252 min read
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Oil and Water: Pilates and Yoga
As we wrap up our retreat here in beautiful Crete, I find myself reflecting on the experience with a mix of delight and perplexity. Crete...

Michael King
May 16, 20242 min read
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Exploring the Child Pose: A Gift to Relaxation and Digestion for Pilates Teachers
As Pilates teachers, we're continually exploring ways to enhance our practice and offer more to our students. While Pilates and Yoga are...

Michael King
Jan 7, 20242 min read
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Embracing Mindfulness: Integrating Meditation into Pilates
The Symbiosis of Meditation and Pilates As Pilates teachers, we are continuously exploring ways to enhance the holistic wellbeing of our...

Michael King
Dec 18, 20232 min read
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Pilates vs Yoga: Distinct Paths to Wellness
Frequently, I'm asked, "Isn't Pilates just like yoga?" If I had a pound for every time I heard this, I'd be much richer! As a Pilates...

Michael King
Dec 13, 20232 min read
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