What the 2022 Federal Budget “Boost” Means for Pilates Training —

Four Types of Cueing —

26/03/2020

What is cueing? It’s the heart of the Method as a unique mind-body discipline. It’s complex and powerfully individual (check out Pilates Cuing is An Art insights from industry leaders). That’s what makes it so very interesting!

Intelligent Course Design: What’s a Teaching Clinic? —

26/03/2020

“Intelligent course design”: it is about access and equity. We want our courses to be accessible to all people, from all walks of life. And life, as we know all too well, can be messy! Our courses have been designed to be completed, like all vocational training, parallel to a full-time work commitment as standard. […]

9 Books You Should Be Reading —

26/03/2020

We’ve talked about Pilates “mastery” being the product of years of (ongoing) study, and seeking out knowledge. So, here’s part two: nine books you should be reading on your journey toward Pilates mastery.

8 Blogs You Should Be Reading —

26/03/2020

Pilates mastery is earned, not bought. “Mastery” shouldn’t be confused with the practical “doing” of Pilates: learning choreography and pedagogy. There’s so much more to it. After all, just because you’ve got the moves, doesn’t mean you’ve mastered them. Underneath professional delivery is mastery from years of (ongoing) study that comes only from investing in […]

The Balancing Act: Gender in Pilates —

26/03/2020

The misconception that Pilates is somehow a feminine discipline perhaps comes from the fact it was adopted early, in the mainstream, by the dance community: a traditionally female industry. In actual fact, Joseph Pilates used the Method to train army troops, interned prisoners and men from all walks of life, as much if not more […]

Meet the Mentor: Sally Anderson —

23/03/2022

Get to know Pilates ITC Founder, the original Mentor and education legacy, Sally Anderson. Sally is well known internationally as a leading expert in the Pilates Method and for Pilates industry development. A regular presenter on the global online platform Pilates Anytime, Sally has presented extensively for the Pilates Method Alliance conferences, Pilates Alliance Australasia, Mind Your Body events, Pilates ITC, and been featured in Pilates Style magazine. 

Meet the Mentor: Maggie Macgill —

23/03/2022

Get to know Maggie Macgill. “One thing that is sure to happen every day is that I feel energised, inspired, motivated and deeply fulfilled by the work that I do. Every day I feel like I am part of the most amazing profession and that all together we bring so much joy into the world.”

Meet the Mentor: Suzanne Newby —

23/03/2022

Get to know Pilates ITC Director and Educator, Suzanne Newby.

The other half of the dynamic Director team delivering Pilates ITC Courses and Pathways in Australia today. Suzanne is a Pilates Practitioner (91490NSW) and co-Director of Pilates Fitness Institute (PFI) in Perth. She has over 10 years of combined industry and education experience and works hard to elevate the standard of education and grow a positive culture around lifelong learning in the Pilates industry.

Pilates Heaven. New York City 2014 —

26/03/2020

You better believe Pilates ITC Faculty and our Directors practice what they preach when it comes to Continuing Education! (But when you live and breathe the Method, seeking out growth opportunities is a joy!) We’ve rebooted this archived blog from 2014, written by Director Frances Cahill, detailing her month of Pilates heaven working with some […]

Curvy Bodies with Helen New —

21/01/2020

In early June 2019, renowned Scoliosis specialist Helen New paid a visit to Pilates ITC HQ in Perth to deliver a series of Studio sessions and the main event, Curvy Bodies: A Scoliosis Workshop, for WA Instructors and Students. Continuing Ed isn’t “just for” qualified, experienced Instructors; to illustrate this point we sat down with Pilates ITC WA Educator, Lora Rainey and Diploma Graduate, Nikki Ramm to reflect on their CE experience with Helen New.

What the 2022 Federal Budget “Boost” Means for Pilates Training —

30/03/2022

The 2022 Federal Budget brought with it a welcome incentive for Australian small to medium sized business to invest in training and upskilling staff. The “Skills and Training Boost” equates to 20% of eligible expenses, meaning if a small business spends $100 on training employees will get a $120 tax deduction. This includes investing in education offerings provided by Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) like Pilates ITC and Pilates ITC Online. But what does that mean for you? How does that affect Pilates Instructor Training? Read on to learn more.

How Accredited Training Will Strengthen the Australian Pilates Industry —

06/05/2020

The Pilates specialist industry has seen many changes over the last few years, going from rapid growth and government recognition to studios closing their doors due to COVID-19. I think we all agree that we need to find ways to strengthen our industry and get us back on track to making Pilates accessible to everyone, and develop strong successful Pilates professionals.

The Balancing Act: Gender in Pilates —

26/03/2020

The misconception that Pilates is somehow a feminine discipline perhaps comes from the fact it was adopted early, in the mainstream, by the dance community: a traditionally female industry. In actual fact, Joseph Pilates used the Method to train army troops, interned prisoners and men from all walks of life, as much if not more […]

What the 2022 Federal Budget “Boost” Means for Pilates Training —

30/03/2022

The 2022 Federal Budget brought with it a welcome incentive for Australian small to medium sized business to invest in training and upskilling staff. The “Skills and Training Boost” equates to 20% of eligible expenses, meaning if a small business spends $100 on training employees will get a $120 tax deduction. This includes investing in education offerings provided by Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) like Pilates ITC and Pilates ITC Online. But what does that mean for you? How does that affect Pilates Instructor Training? Read on to learn more.

Pilates ITC launches Korean-language Courses —

15/09/2021

Pilates ITC has partnered with Wellness Pilates Sydney to translate and deliver the 10838NAT Diploma of Professional Pilates Instruction and associated Pathways to Korean nationals living in New South Wales from February 2022.

Pilates ITC Director, Frances Cahill said there has been ongoing and significant interest from the Korean community in accredited Pilates Instructor Courses in the traditional “blended” online and in-Studio format.

NEWS: Welcome M.I.A Studios to the Family —

09/07/2020

Pilates ITC is excited to announce boutique Pilates provider, M.I.A Studios is joining the fold as NSW’s primary Instructor Training Studio (ITS) for Group Reformer. Located in the heart of Paddington, M.I.A is independently owned and run by locals and Pilates ITC Alum, Robin and Kamilla Tate who have created a chic, spacious and community-forward Studio environment and Reformer Group Classes that keeps the locals coming back for more. (And destined to be adored by Students!)

A Matter of Style —

06/05/2020

“What do you get when you train with Pilates ITC?” This is among our most frequently asked questions from people considering our Courses or Professional Instruction Pathways. It’s a question that’s often bigger than “what am I going to learn” or “do I get free T-shirt” (yes, you do!) and more about identity: “Who can I become as an Instructor if you show me how?” It’s a matter of style. Learning Style. Teaching Style. Professional Style. And does this all work for you?

How Accredited Training Will Strengthen the Australian Pilates Industry —

06/05/2020

The Pilates specialist industry has seen many changes over the last few years, going from rapid growth and government recognition to studios closing their doors due to COVID-19. I think we all agree that we need to find ways to strengthen our industry and get us back on track to making Pilates accessible to everyone, and develop strong successful Pilates professionals.

Co-Instruction: Shadow Teaching Balance —

15/07/2020

Work Placement (WP) is all about creating real-life context for- and applying- what you learn in Course Delivery sessions and from your own study (Self-Directed Learning) of the course content. At Pilates ITC, we believe that learning how to teach the Method of Pilates without physical context and experience, unlocks only a shadow (pun intended!) […]

NEWS: Welcome M.I.A Studios to the Family —

09/07/2020

Pilates ITC is excited to announce boutique Pilates provider, M.I.A Studios is joining the fold as NSW’s primary Instructor Training Studio (ITS) for Group Reformer. Located in the heart of Paddington, M.I.A is independently owned and run by locals and Pilates ITC Alum, Robin and Kamilla Tate who have created a chic, spacious and community-forward Studio environment and Reformer Group Classes that keeps the locals coming back for more. (And destined to be adored by Students!)

A Matter of Style —

06/05/2020

“What do you get when you train with Pilates ITC?” This is among our most frequently asked questions from people considering our Courses or Professional Instruction Pathways. It’s a question that’s often bigger than “what am I going to learn” or “do I get free T-shirt” (yes, you do!) and more about identity: “Who can I become as an Instructor if you show me how?” It’s a matter of style. Learning Style. Teaching Style. Professional Style. And does this all work for you?

Pandemic-Pilates: Making Your Course Work For You —

07/04/2020

Our priority is to keep you moving: figuratively and literally. But how can you be your best Student-self, in the age of Pandemic Pilates? Here’s how to thrive in this new age of digital learning…

Intelligent Course Design: What’s a Teaching Clinic? —

26/03/2020

“Intelligent course design”: it is about access and equity. We want our courses to be accessible to all people, from all walks of life. And life, as we know all too well, can be messy! Our courses have been designed to be completed, like all vocational training, parallel to a full-time work commitment as standard. […]

Co-Instruction: Shadow Teaching Balance —

15/07/2020

Work Placement (WP) is all about creating real-life context for- and applying- what you learn in Course Delivery sessions and from your own study (Self-Directed Learning) of the course content. At Pilates ITC, we believe that learning how to teach the Method of Pilates without physical context and experience, unlocks only a shadow (pun intended!) […]

Four Types of Cueing —

26/03/2020

What is cueing? It’s the heart of the Method as a unique mind-body discipline. It’s complex and powerfully individual (check out Pilates Cuing is An Art insights from industry leaders). That’s what makes it so very interesting!

Instructor Care and You —

24/01/2020

“Self-care”: it’s so much more than a product of the wellness industry. At its core, self-care is any activity undertaken with intention to improve and or maintain our mental, emotional and physical health. We see this very concept in the Workplace Health and Safety unit (HLTWHS001) of our Diploma of Professional Pilates Instruction and associated Instruction Pathways. In this blog, we explore the importance of self-care for Instructors, in an operational context, and ask you to identify activities, practices and consider strategies for supporting your wellbeing as a professional.