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Description

In this workshop, Rachel Piper breaks down the Classical Pilates Mat exercises, adding props or modifying when necessary, as she works with two different individuals in the studio. She then uses the mat work as a template for strategizing on the Cadillac and the Reformer. The strength to perform the Mat exercises well is often best introduced by teaching the necessary skills with the support of the equipment, and Rachel seamlessly ties it all together as she works through each sequence step by step.

See her adapt and think on the fly as she works with the body in front of her and learn ways to link the mat to everything that is performed on the various Pilates Apparatus.

Objectives

  • Think about body shape and how it can inform class preparation
  • How to support mat exercises with props when necessary
  • How to build the mat work into exercises on the equipment


Concepts & Techniques

  • How the Tower can be used as it's own prop for mat work
  • What it means to 'load away from center'
  • How to think about spring tension - support? mobility? strength?

Props & Equipment Used

  • Balls
  • Barrel
  • Mat
  • Reformer
  • Trap/Cad

Workshop Level

  • Beginner
  • Intermediate


Duration & Access

This workshop is  approximately 3.5 hours  long and you have 30 days of access
(No expiration for Forever Access Members)
 
 
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About Rachel Piper

I have been practicing and teaching in a bigger Pilates body for my entire "Pilates Life" - and I wouldn't change a second of it. I've been working in the Biotech industry for 20 years and I ... Find Out More Other Workshops by Rachel Piper

Feedback on Recreating Mat Around The Studio by Rachel Piper

" Great workshop! I appreciated how you used two different body types as models to showcase so many options for the exercises. A lot of great ideas for using props and equipment to support the mat work exercises to make it more attainable for all. "

Laura W

" lots of great stuff "

Shari A

" excellent! Thank you "

Leah R

" Good instruction and cues! "

Megan M

" Thank you for the workshop. very helpful handouts to help follow along. I loved the modifications given to the exercises. "

Heather R

" Rachel was amazing and very clear and concise!!!!! Really enjoyed this workshop!!! "

Regina S

" I really enjoy the creativity of this workshop "

Mavra R

" Thank you for the workshop. I enjoyed the perspective of thinking about the mat work on all the equipment and I have already started to think about the chair as was suggested. "

Angela G

" Thanks Rachel . It was a great overall review on the repertoire of mat and reformer. "

Joelle S

" I really enjoyed this workshop! Many great ideas to help clients progress into their practice and I found some exercise modifications very creative. I also liked that Cindy and James represent well the everyday studio clientele, it was helpful to see how Rachel can work with different body shapes. Thank you! "

Marie-Josee P

" This was really interesting to hear all about the interconnectivity of the exercises on different equipment. I'm definitely inspired to explore new variations and progressions around the studio! "

Katherine D

" This was an incredible workshop. Rachel was great at demonstrating and I appreciate the two different body types she used. Look forward to taking more workshops from he. "

Adela G

" Loved the Cadillac and trapeze connections as most people want to stick with reformer only exercises! "

Clare D

" Learned so much! Wonderful workshop "

Jennifer G

" Great review and mat integration on Cadillac. Thanks! "

Julie R

   

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