Today the Pilates method consists of a repertoire of over 500 exercises to be done on a mat or on one of the many pieces of equipment Joseph Pilates invented. Pilates gets even better when simple props are used. This session will show you how to enhance and intensify your mat based classes using elastic bands , Gymstick and tennis balls. Amy will show you how to use these props effectively to release tension, alleviate pain , rehabilitate injuries amongst many other benefits.
Learning outcomes
- Learn how to use the three props – elastic bands, Gymstick and tennis balls effectively.
- How to intensify and enhance a mat based class using props
- Overview of the eight principles of Pilates
- Learn how to incorporate progressions and regressions for each prop used
