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STOTT PILATES® Reformer with Fitness Circle®

CECs 1 CECs
Prerequisites Pilates Method TeacherFitness Pilates Instructor
Approval Code 08088AA
Course Type F2F
Course Provider
Merrithew®
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Additional Information

In this workshop, developed by the Merrithew® team, learn how the Fitness Circle® brings variety and challenge into group or private Reformer settings. Add more challenge to adductors and abductors of the peripheral limbs as well as assist in activating the core. The Fitness Circle® resistance ring reinforces correct muscle firing patterns and helps ensure correct positioning while adding an element of fun and variety to each workout.
Learning objectives
1. Understand how the STOTT PILATES Principles apply to exercises using the Reformer and Fitness Circle
2. Discover how the Fitness Circle can be used in innovative movement sequences
3. Utilize the resistance ring to increase challenge to upper and lower body respectively
4. Learn how to incorporate these movements into a complete Reformer workout to create variety and challenge

Merrithew®

Merrithew's mission is to motivate people of all ages and life stages to lead healthier lives through high-quality education programs and cutting-edge equipment. We do this by supporting and inspiring people worldwide to achieve optimal fitness and wellness through premium programming and equipment. Our mission is based on the value we place on education, connection, respect, passion, integrity, leadership, accountability and quality. Merrithew has trained more than 80,000 partners worldwide in mind-body movement. Our premium Pilates program, STOTT PILATES®, is one of the most sought-after training modalities in the industry. This contemporary approach to the original exercise method pioneered by the late Joseph Pilates, is one of the safest, most effective methods of exercise available. It emphasizes the importance of moving mindfully— with intention, focus and awareness to connect the mind and body. Over the last three decades, Merrithew’s mind-body education programs have evolved based on the latest research in health and fitness. Working with a team of physical therapists, sports medicine and fitness professionals, we’ve created results-driven programming for exercisers of all ages, levels and abilities. Our Pilates education programs include: STOTT PILATES®, STOTT PILATES Rehab, ZEN•GA®, CORE™, Total Barre®, Halo® Training and Merrithew Fascial Movement.