A common phrase amongst Pilates teachers is to “Teach the body in front of you”. I understand the intent but, to me, it’s always sounded a bit dehumanizing. I started teaching Pilates in 2002, but ever since 2000, I’ve been hanging onto the words of one of my favorite massage school teachers who said to “Approach every client with a sense of reverence” and to offer them “client-centered work”. She wanted us to, first, recognize our client’s humanity. Then she encouraged us t...| Kira Lamb
Before becoming a Pilates teacher, you were a student of the Method. Not a casual student, but an obsessed one. After all, you discovered how Pilates makes you feel more connected to your body, the way it moves and its potential for movement. It was exciting to realize that you could feel like an athlete at any age, weight, shape or size; even if you had no prior exercise experience. And if you had previous pain or injuries, Pilates may have accelerated your healing and helped you to recover....| Kira Lamb