project profi les
STOTT PILATES has
introduced a new fi ve-track training course for pilates instructors to work with special populations
SPECIAL POPULATIONS
SUPPLIER: Merrithew Health & Fitness™ STOTT PILATES®
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n its efforts to promote the growing movement of mind-body fitness, global company Merrithew Health & Fitness™
has introduced some exciting new developments in recent years.
launched last year by Merrithew’s premier brand STOTT PILATES®
These include the Speciality Tracks programme, , which focuses on delivering innovation
through high-calibre pilates equipment, education and programming. This programme is designed for instructors, allowing them to concentrate on a particular demographic and gain access to niche client groups. “Speciality Tracks give instructors the opportunity to
set themselves above the competition, providing them with the knowledge and resources to appeal to clients with specifi c programming challenges,” says Lindsay Merrithew, president and CEO of Merrithew Health & Fitness. Each Speciality Track is made up of a series of
workshops which, as STOTT PILATES executive director of education Moira Merrithew explains: “Provide an in- depth analysis of a particular topic, piece of equipment and/or physical condition and equip instructors with programming options, modifi cations and teaching tips.”
The new training gives instructors the chance to set themselves above the competition
The five Speciality Tracks are: Athletic Conditioning
This series of workshops is ideal for instructors who work with very fit, professional or amateur athletes such as runners, tennis or hockey players to name a few. The workouts are designed to improve strength, power and agility, adding in unique features that challenge unilateral movement, weight transference and torso rotation. Golf Conditioning Golfers are always looking for that extra edge and ways to gain an advantage over their opponents on the course. This programme targets the unique demands of golfers and includes exercises that will help increase strength, balance, flexibility and power from the ground up. Post-Rehabilitation Conditioning Pilates can be modified and personalised to meet the delicate needs of clients with injuries or special conditions. The post-rehabilitation series of workshops focuses on the areas of the body that are most often affected by injury or other health-related conditions. Active for Life Pilates is an exercise method for a lifetime and this programme teaches instructors how to develop programming geared towards the active ageing population. The workshops show participants how to adapt the STOTT PILATES principles and modify exercises to create workouts for older clients. Pre & Postnatal Pilates is a great way to help pre and postnatal clients stay in shape and maintain a healthy weight. All STOTT PILATES prenatal workshops draw on the most current medical information, exercise guidelines and research available on pregnancy and movement. STOTT PILATES workshops and courses are available
at London’s YMCAfi t, which recently partnered with the company to provide STOTT PILATES education to the UK – part of an international network of STOTT PILATES licensees. “We’re very excited about this new partnership and look forward to furthering STOTT PILATES education in the central London area,” says Merrithew. For information, visit
www.stottpilates.com/specialtytracks
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