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Pacific NW Pilates is, first and foremost, a Pilates studio. It’s also a school. Each year, PNWP Education accepts 15-20 students into its intensive training program (220 hours class time) to become STOTT PILATES® instructors. The entry point is a 20-hour functional anatomy course followed by a 40-hour mat course. Students go deeper with level-one … Read more
There are many declarations heard in fitness classes that you’ll never hear in, say, our PNWP studio. Pilates is simply different. Here are three things that you’ll never hear any of our certified STOTT PILATES teachers say to you: “Squeeze your shoulder blades together for good posture.” Have you ever walked into a store, admired … Read more
Research indicates that female ballet dancers are susceptible to injuries at a young age. Yet, early assessment techniques and principles—followed by Pilates exercise— may provide valuable insight, alert dance teachers of non-optimal patterns and prevent injuries from happening. In 2014, Melanie Byford-Young and Leslie Braverman were invited to present at the annual International Association of … Read more
People with a history of lower back pain, SIJ instability, sciatic nerve pain or piriformis syndrome may come to Pilates to seek support. In this blog, we take a look at the anatomy of the piriformis, common exercise misconceptions, and how to consider and develop a safe and effective Pilates program to restore balance and … Read more
There’s an art to observation. PNWP education students often ask how to see something that is not immediately obvious. It isn’t magic. It takes practice and experience. It also helps to have mentorship and guidance. Here, our Instructor Trainer team provides some tips and tricks to help you hone your observation skills. Put … Read more
It’s true. Many experience satisfaction and results from gym and popular programs while others report injuries. Nevertheless, Pilates can serve those who wish to avoid injury or must regain their strength, flexibility and balance after sustaining an injury. Here are three more simple declarative sentences that no educated & certified STOTT PILATES instructor will say: … Read more
The National Osteoporosis Foundation (NOF) declares that 54 million U.S. adults age 50 and older are affected by osteoporosis and low bone mass. To Pilates teachers these numbers are significant: It means that one of every two female clients—and one of every four male clients—who walk into a Pilates studio may have low bone density … Read more
It’s all over the news. Pro athletes have discovered what others have known for years—Pilates works. Pacific Northwest Pilates co-owner and Lead STOTT PILATES Instructor Trainer, Leslie Braverman, takes a closer look three reasons why Pilates makes it to the big leagues. Lebron James (pro basketball), Hollie Avil (triathlete), Serena Williams (tennis champion) and Dara … Read more