This spirited workshop, one of the latest offerings in the Merrithew® Athletic Conditioning Track, includes a dynamic warm up designed specifically to prepare the mind and body for golf. It can be used for warming up on the range or at home before heading out to the course. Both the warm up and the mat-based workout that follows, prepare the body physically and neuro-muscularly to take on the challenges of the sport and improve performance while avoiding injury. Ideal for off-season training, this program helps maintain physical conditioning when time on the course decreases. The specific exercises chosen build on the dynamic movements in the warm up, increasing the essential body awareness needed to increase mobility with stability and strength imperative for a successful golf game.

Note: this workshop requires a Maple Pole, golf club or other long implement.

This mindful movement workout, developed by the Merrithew® team, is based on the foundation that proper breathing is the key to a healthy, nourished and vibrant body. We use the breath to activate movement from the inside-out so we can concentrate on optimizing the core connection and mobility of the spine, hips and shoulder girdle. The exercises presented incorporate the Mini Stability Ball™ and aim to improve posture, relieve the body of negative tension, and strengthen the core.

Note: this workshop requires a 7.5” Mini Stability Ball

https://www.merrithew.com/shop/ProductDetail/ST06045_Mini-Stability-Ball--Small

Experience new movement sequences and progressions to build strength and endurance, improve movement health and enhance athletic preparedness. Based on the four key components of athletic conditioning: Activation, Conditioning, Endurance and Recovery, this workshop reviews traditional approaches to performance-based training, introduces and highlights newer methodology and concepts and explores how they can be combined with the STOTT PILATES® Movement System. Created by the Merrithew® Programming team, this workshop demonstrates innovative ways of structuring and designing a Reformer-based program for the everyday athlete and beyond.

Note: This workshop requires a Merrithew Reformer with a Jumpboard, Reformer Box and Footstrap.

The STOTT PILATES® Functional Towel Workout is the ideal program for those who are active and on the go. This simple, easy-to-follow routine requires minimal time and equipment yet yields maximal results. The Conditioning Towel provides just the right degree of support and stability to optimize core activation, increase strength and improve joint range of motion. If you want to enhance your performance in sport and activities of daily life, this workout is for you.

Note: this workshop requires a Merrithew Conditioning Towel, small towel or other long piece of fabric (i.e. a scarf)

The session, developed by the Merrithew® team, comprises countless Essential through Advanced-level exercise combinations using the multiple V2 Max Plus Reformer components. Learn to perform Matwork and Cadillac exercises using the Mat Converter, then move on to Reformer and Vertical Frame-based repertoire ideas. Receive effective tips and tricks for cueing, modifying and correcting clients in group classes or private sessions. This workshop is ideal for seasoned Pilates instructors or those who want to learn more about this popular mind-body fitness phenomenon.

Note: this workshop requires a Merrithew V2 Max Plus Reformer (with the Vertical Frame)

https://www.merrithew.com/shop/ProductDetail/ST01067_V2-Max-Plus-Reformer

In order to be successful teachers, Pilates Instructors need a deep awareness of how their own body works and feels. Every individual develops a unique style of movement that is used in everyday activities. These distinct patterns may not be the most efficient. The use of self-exploration and observation can bring awareness to how we move and the characteristics of these movements known as movement qualities. The resultant awareness can facilitate more efficient and effective exercise choices for future programming for clients and self. In addition, this standing warm up can be used to facilitate self‐exploration of common movement patterns in combination with the STOTT PILATES Principles, focusing on movement qualities that stimulate the fascial system.

Note: this workshop requires no equipment!