Today on the Pilates Exchange podcast, we delve into the topic of teaching in a second language. Hannah and Christian Teutscher are both experienced in doing it and want to dive into a discussion on the good, the bad, and the embarrassing! Tune in for valuable insights on navigating Pilates instruction when not a native speaker. We unravel the challenges, emphasize the power of simplicity, and discuss the importance of honing communication skills. Stay tuned for some great tips and language-related embarrassing stories to wrap up the episode. Thanks for listening!

Key Points From This Episode:

• A little bit of context: what we do, how we teach, and what our studio looks like.
• Chris and Hannah share their language journey as it relates to their [Pilates] education.
• Changing languages and how it requires a lot of concentration. 
• Making up words: taking your language disadvantage and making it an advantage. 
• The parallel between learning and teaching in a new language and the experience of our students learning pilates. 
• The challenge of teaching Pilates in a language that is not the first language of the students.
• Simplicity as best: simplifying how we try to get people to do things.
• Honing down on communication: what are you trying to communicate?
• The importance of the clarity and efficiency of your word choice.
• How other teaching tools can come into play (mirrors, visual aids, etc.).
• Tips to help those who are starting to teach in a second language. 
• Embarrassing stories: the funniest things we’ve said accidentally or misunderstandings.

Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

Christian Teutscher on Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/christian_teutscher/

Free Ebook – 100 Pilates Class Themes: https://performance-fit-online.com/100-pilates-class-themes

Free Ebook – Top Teaching Tips: https://performance-fit-online.com/top-teaching-tips

Free Creativity Masterclass: https://mailchi.mp/pilates-studio-nuernberg/creativity-masterclass

Train the Trainers: https://www.pilates-studio-nuernberg.com/train-the-trainers/

Connect with Us: [email protected] 

Performance Fit Pilates: https://www.pilates-studio-nuernberg.com 

Performance Fit Pilates on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/performance_fit_pilates

Performance Fit Pilates on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PerformanceFitPilates 

Hannah Teutscher on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hannah-teutscher/ 

Hannah Teutscher on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hannah_teutscher/