Teaching the Chair: Flow, Form and Strategy

Description

Teaching the Chair: Flow, Form and Strategy with Zuzana Gemmel

Gain the skills and strategies needed to effectively teach chair-based lessons and classes. Deepen your understanding of fundamental chair exercises and learn practical methods for structuring classes that are safe, progressive, and engaging as you explore different strategies for designing lessons. Whether you are teaching exclusively on the chair or integrating chair exercises with strength training, various props, or matwork this workshop is for you. We'll also focus on options for structuring classes, how to maintain flow throughout a session, and ways to adapt sequences based on your own teaching background and your clients’ needs.

Objectives:

• Deepen your understanding of key chair exercises.
• Develop strategies for structuring both chair-only and mixed-format classes.
• Explore options for class design to maintain flow, variety, and progression.
• Walk away with a couple of different sequences you can use right away in your teaching.

Why should I take this session?

This workshop is ideal for Pilates instructors who want to teach chair-based classes with confidence, creativity, and clarity. You’ll gain practical strategies to structure your lessons, maintain flow, and adapt sequences to different student needs. By the end, you’ll walk away with ready-to-use sequences, enhanced cueing, and the ability to integrate chair exercises seamlessly into mixed-format classes. Whether you teach exclusively on the chair or blend with mat work and props, this workshop will give you the tools to lead safe, engaging, and effective sessions.

What if I can't make the date and time?

We understand life is busy! If you cannot attend this course at the scheduled time, please register, and a recording will be uploaded to PeakU within 48 hours of the workshop, where it will be available to view for one month.

Cancellation Policy

Instructor Led Training

Course Content