Bodyline Pilates

Make Pro Class part of your weekly routine. It’s the only class we record and send out. And I’m in a period where I must create new material. Then I get to teach it to you. Sometimes it’s a complete fail and we laugh or it goes perfect. Either way, your feedback is important in this creative process. I think many of who have been joining can feel that too.

If you would like learn more from me, make sure to check out THE BODYLINE METHOD LENS in July 18-19 in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles. Link in bio.

—> The Bodyline Method Tour Dates - Links in bio
July 18-19 - The Bodyline Lens®
July 31-August 1 - Munich, Germany
August 8-9- Warsaw, Poland

—> UPCOMING Balanced Body Teacher Training
In studio/online (must have equipment). *Ref 3 in studio only*

Mvmt Principles - June 26-28
Mat 1 - July 10-12
Ref 1 - Aug 7-9

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One of my biggest passions is education. Understanding where Pilates comes from—and how it continues to evolve for the bodies in front of us—is everything. Every teacher trainer brings a different background, a different relationship to movement… and yet, they all chose Pilates. So I keep coming back to this question: Why did you choose Pilates over everything else?

Thank you to all the teacher trainers from last weekend. Many of them completed their training weekends and now it’s time to get their hours. The next round begins at the end of the month with Movement Principles—June 26-28. Let’s keep learning, questioning, and growing.

THE BODYLINE METHOD LENS
📍 Beverly Hills, Los Angeles
July 18–19
CEC’s available
DM me with any questions.

UPCOMING Balanced Body Teacher Training
Mvmt Principles - June 26-28
Mat 1 - July 10-12
Ref 1 - Aug 7-9

The Bodyline Method Tour Dates - Links in bio
July 31-August 1 - Munich, Germany
August 8-9- Warsaw, Poland

There are a lot of reasons I teach footwork.

First, I simply love the ritual of it. It’s the beginning of class where I can settle in, connect to my breath, and let my nervous system receive feedback from the carriage. The movements aren’t overly complex, which gives the mind a chance to quiet down while the body starts to wake up.

It’s also a fantastic warm-up. The legs are moving in a supported environment, blood starts flowing, breath patterns become easier, and the body prepares for what’s ahead.

And yes, there’s tradition. Joe Pilates began his workouts with footwork, and I’m old-fashioned enough to believe some traditions are worth carrying forward.

That said, my footwork moves quickly. I don’t teach every position, and I don’t believe honoring tradition means refusing to evolve. My teaching has always been about respecting the past while looking toward the future.

Lately, not teaching footwork at all has become another trend in Los Angeles. If you saw yesterday’s post, you know I have thoughts about trends.

Thankfully, we haven’t yet seen many Pilates studios with no teachers at all…

That’s right. Kiosk-style, pay-to-play workouts.

More on that later.

Join me this summer for my immersive workshops:

The Bodyline Lens | Beverly Hills | July 18–19

The Bodyline Method® |
Munich | July 31–August 1
| Warsaw | August 8–9

Rhythm and flow matter. But so does building a stronger, more capable body.

A well-rounded Pilates class isn’t built on endless repetition of the same thing. It requires thoughtful programming, strategic overload, spring changes, equipment changes, and an understanding of why each exercise exists in the first place.

If you’re feeling confused by the endless stream of Pilates advice on social media, you’re not alone.

That’s exactly why I created my two immersive workshops. These experiences are designed to help teachers meet the demands of today’s Pilates industry while staying grounded in Joseph Pilates’ original principles.

We’ll explore:
• Train Your Eye®
• Theme & Variations
• Teaching Drills
• Programming & Critical Thinking
• New exercises that help fill in the gaps
• Workouts, feedback, and practical application

The Bodyline Lens
📍 Beverly Hills | July 18–19

The Bodyline Method®
📍 Munich | July 31–August 1
📍 Warsaw | August 8–9

Learn to think beyond exercises. Learn to teach with purpose.

Your own practice will always matter as a Pilates instructor — but what your body needs is not always what another body needs.

Our Bodyline Apprenticeship Program gives emerging teachers the opportunity to step inside our studio, observe real clients, ask questions, complete weekly assignments, and practice teaching drills with guidance from me and Colette.

You’ll learn by watching, questioning, practicing, and eventually teaching students first — then clients of all sizes, shapes, ages, and abilities.

This immersive experience throws you into the proverbial pool and gives you a behind-the-scenes view of how we teach at Bodyline.

Already a professional?

Join me for one of my Bodyline immersive continuing education workshops, where you’ll learn how Train Your Eye, Protect your clients and Prevent injuries, , break down advanced exercises, teach with Theme and Variations, and and explore new exercises that Fill in the Gaps of Joe’s work.

For professionals only. Minimum 12 CECs.

Join me:

The Bodyline Lens
July 18–19
Beverly Hills

The Bodyline Method
Munich | July 31–August 1
Warsaw | August 8–9

All links in bio. Info on apprentice program in story

This right here is effortless effort. I even forget to teach because I’m enjoying beautiful movement. And you can clearly see she’s enjoying it too. This weekend is Reformer 3 training and we will be breaking down advanced repertoire.

Interested in Balanced Body Pilates certification? You can start with Movement Principles or Mat 1 in June or July.

—> UPCOMING Balanced Body Teacher Training
In studio/online (must have equipment). *Ref 3 in studio only*

Reformer 3- June 5-7 *sold out*
Mvmt Principles - June 26-28
Mat 1 - July 10-12
Ref 1 - Aug 7-9

—> The Bodyline Method Tour Dates - Links in bio
July 18-19 - The Bodyline Lens®
July 31-August 1 - Munich, Germany
August 8-9- Warsaw, Poland

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Remember when being a student was your only job? Absorb, learn, and stay curious. There’s something really special about that. Here Emily requested and demonstrating Control Balance Off. It’s an exercise rarely seen and done. But I’m posting this because I want you to watch how I approach this. Set up, clarity, and weight distribution… etc. All of this is a skill as a teacher you can gain when joining The Bodyline Method Weekends. The next one is brand new - Bodyline Lens in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles - July 19-19. Link in bio.

I’m also thinking about offering virtual coaching. Would that be something you’re interested in? Give me a thumbs up 👍 if it is. I want to be intentional about how I build it—so it really supports you and gives you the best possible experience, wherever you are.

Apprenticeship Program begins June 8
Open to all Balanced Body students.
In person and livestream.
DM for details

THE BODYLINE METHOD LENS
📍 Beverly Hills, Los Angeles
July 18–19
CEC’s available
DM me with any questions.

UPCOMING Balanced Body Teacher Training
Reformer 3- June 5-7 *in studio only*
Mvmt Principles - June 26-28
Mat 1 - July 10-12
Ref 1 - Aug 7-9

The Bodyline Method Tour Dates - Links in bio
July 31-August 1 - Munich, Germany
August 8-9- Warsaw, Poland

The best part of this class isn’t me—it’s the people in the room.

For over 15 years, I’ve been teaching my Professional Class at Bodyline. What started as a gathering of local teachers has evolved into a community of movement professionals from around the world.

Yes, you’ll get to train with me, but what makes this experience special is the opportunity to move alongside other dedicated teachers. Different backgrounds. Different certifications. Different styles. One shared passion for learning and growing.

There is something incredibly powerful about being in a room full of people who care deeply about this craft. You leave inspired not only by the workout, but by the energy, ideas, and perspectives of the people around you.

Join us livestream every Wednesday from anywhere in the world. If the time zone doesn’t work, you’ll receive a recording to watch on your schedule.

I also teach Level 3-5 classes every Monday at 12 PM and Wednesday at 11 AM pst.

Upcoming Events:

Reformer 3 — SOLD OUT

Movement Principles — June 26-28

Mat 1 — July 10-12

Reformer 1- August 7-9

Bodyline Apprenticeship Program — Begins June 8. Limited in-person and virtual spots available.

The Bodyline Lens — July 18-19

The Bodyline Method®
Munich — July 31-August 1
Warsaw — August 8-9

Come for the workout. Stay for the community.

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Not all reformers are created equal… and neither are the teachers using them.

Every year, new equipment enters the market. Some machines are exceptional. Some are not. Prices vary, features vary, and most importantly, the potential safety concerns vary.

After serving as an expert witness in injury cases, I’ve learned that most accidents don’t happen because equipment is inherently dangerous—they happen because teachers don’t fully understand how the equipment works, where the risks are, and how to prevent problems before they occur.

That’s why I created Protect & Prevent, a one-hour educational video that walks you through the critical safety features, common pitfalls, and real-world lessons I’ve learned from reviewing injury cases throughout my career.

This safety training is also a key component of my immersive continuing education programs:

• The Bodyline Lens — July 18–19 | Beverly Hills
• The Bodyline Method — July 31–Aug 1 | Munich
• The Bodyline Method — Aug 8–9 | Warsaw

Each workshop provides 12 CECs and focuses on developing your eye, refining your teaching, and helping you become a safer, more effective instructor.

Our Bodyline Apprenticeship Program begins June 8 and is available both in-person and virtually. We have only a few spots remaining.

more information on all the reformers have tried during my travels around the 🌎 and while teaching expo on my subscription page.