2 Pilates Chicks

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Join us as we chat on the feedback and thoughts from our workshop this Fall. Chatting on the state of our industry and the effects on new and experienced Pilates Teachers.

This episode has been in our minds as we continue to see things on social media with Pilates teachers using Tactile cueing in ways that stops the client from moving, is not appropriate and not helpful to teaching. So many thoughts on this and we even have this topic as our Fall workshop. So join us as we explain how we learned tactile cueing oh so many years ago and what is going on now in our Pilates industry.

What is the actual difference between getting a "certificate" and being "certified"? And where does "accreditation" fit into the mix? This week on 2 Pilates Chicks, we are tackling the often-confusing world of Pilates credentials. The terminology gets thrown around a lot, but the reality is that not all training programs or titles are created equal. We’re breaking down what these words mean for students looking for a school, teachers looking to level up, and the industry as a whole. If you want to know what to look for—and what red flags to avoid—this episode is a must-listen!

Grab your iced coffee, because the Chicks are kicking off a summer special chat! This week, Hilary and Davita are diving deep into a topic that every teacher, student, and studio owner talks about: Pilates certification. What does it actually mean, and why does it matter so much to our unregulated industry?

We are so excited to sit down with the National Pilates Certification Program (NPCP) to demystify the whole process. We’re breaking down the difference between a certificate of completion and a true third-party certification, how it elevates our profession, and how it protects both teachers and clients. Whether you’re fully certified, currently in teacher training, or just curious about the future of the industry, this is the ultimate summer school session you won’t want to miss. Tune in, laugh with us, and let’s talk shop!

In Pilates are you just "holding on for dear life" in your Pilates practice, or are you actually stable? In this episode, the 2 Pilates Chicks dive deep into one of the most misunderstood concepts in movement: Dynamic Stability. When we teach Pilates we want to understand and give these moments to Pilates clients in their Pilates.

Join the 2 Pilates Chicks as we chat on bridging the gap with traditional Pilates and using functional training in the studio. From the client coming back to surgery to the client heading to a challenge moment in their practice. Using functional training tools to integrate a full body movement that is Pilates.

"In this episode, we’re peeling back the labels. From 'Classical' Pilates purists to 'Contemporary' innovators, we’re asking the big question: Does the title change the work? We’re diving into the differences, the drama, and how to find your own voice within the method—regardless of what you call it."

Join the 2 Pilates chicks in this discussion of how cueing is so different between a class and a private Pilates session. Each has a unique goal and purpose and to do one vs the other is key to give clients the challenge and support they need for each type of Pilates experience.

Join the 2 Pilates Chicks for our first episode of the new season! This topic came from a listener who has taught Pilates for a long time. The teacher noticed how every corner, every studio now has that fast, water downed teacher training program and worried that the safety and system of Pilates is now getting lost.