STOTT PILATES Newsletter December 2006
STOTT PILATES


December Special


STOTT PILATES is a Senior Partner of IDEA,
The Health and Fitness Source

To place your order, call 1-800-910-0001 or 416-482-4050, shop online or contact an authorized distributor in your area

Offer expires midnight EST December 31, 2006. May not be combined with other offers.
Questions? email or call us at 1-800-910-0001 Offer may not be available in all territories.
Contact our international distributors.


Just in time for the holidays!!


We’re All Ears

The new Foam Roller Deluxe is now available!

Add another dimension to matwork with the new Foam Roller Deluxe. Constructed from the same material used for decades in running shoe cushioning, the foam roller’s super high density EVA foam is soft to the touch and has excellent memory characteristics that allow it to regain its original shape after compression. Roll with it and order yours today. $39.95 US | $47.95 CDN

Your feedback is important to help us create products and services that suit your needs and lifestyle.

We plan on producing several new DVD titles in the new year and want to hear from you!

Please take a few moments to fill out our short on-line survey.


In the News

Physical Therapy Products’ November issue featured an article about Pilates and therapeutic techniques for pediatric autism. Physiotherapist Dawn-Marie Ickes is a trained Pilates instructor who uses Pilates to help with movement and environmental transitions, two of the biggest challenges autistic children face.

Cyclists and outdoor enthusiasts won’t want to miss the Nov/Dec issue of Muscle & Fitness hers magazine. An article about mountain biking suggests preparing for the sport by building core strength, stability and mental focus. Sound familiar? These are just a few of the many benefits of STOTT PILATES exercise. 

The December issue of Fitness Rx features Lengthen & Strengthen Your Legs, an article about how Pilates really works legs by strengthening the pelvic region, something typically not addressed in any other exercise.

In the December issue of SHAPE, Kristin Davis explains that she loves doing Pilates three times a week because the variety of exercises keeps her workout fresh and interesting. She also likes the fact you don’t need to do a lot of reps to see results.


Job Opportunities for Instructors

Visit our online Job Board for a list of positions available across Canada, the U.S., and around the world. Click to view listings.

Training facilities looking for STOTT PILATES instructors may fill out a Job Board submission form by clicking here.

Trade shows

Join us at the following trade shows. Take advantage of our show specials and save up to 25% off the regular list price on demo equipment used at the show. Pre-order your equipment by contacting sales@stottpilates.com While at the booth, fill out a ballot for your chance to win great prizes and enjoy a complimentary workout. Find more information on upcoming trade shows.

Pre-cons, sessions, dates, times and locations are subject to change. Please confirm with the respective organizing associations.

Can-Fit-Pro Montreal
January 12-14, 2007

Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth
Montreal, QC H3B 4A5

REGISTRATION: www.canfitpro.com
or call 1-800-667-5622, ext. 234 or 233

PRE-CONS:
Friday, January 12, 2007
12pm-4pm | Foam Roller Plus (French Instruction)
with Sally Knight & Stephane Andre
 5pm-9pm | Functional Fitness for Golf with Matwork
with Sally Knight & Stephane Andre
SESSIONS:
Saturday, January 13, 2007
9:45am-11:15am | Essential Matwork (French Instruction)
with Sally Knight & Stephane Andre

11:30am-1pm | Fitness Circle Flow (French Instruction)
with Sally Knight & Stephane Andre

2pm-3:30pm | Dynamic Balance
with Sally Knight & Stephane Andre

Sunday, January 14, 2007
9:45am-11:15am | Toning Ball
with Sally Knight & Stephane Andre

TRADE SHOW HALL HOURS:

Sat, Jan 13

|

9am-5pm

Sun, Jan 14

|

9am-2:30pm

Education

To register for courses and workshops listed below, please contact the Education Department at ext. 261. STOTT PILATES training and certification courses and workshops are also available at STOTT PILATES Licensed Training Centers throughout North America. Click for details and a center near you.


CONTINUING EDUCATION UPDATE

Attention Certified Instructors: Please remember you have only two (2) weeks left to accumulate the required 0.6 Continuing Education Credits (CECs) for 2006. Submissions must be received by December 15, so if you are mailing your submission, please allow sufficient time.

Spotlight FAQ:
How do I make a submission for my CECs?

A: You are required to keep track of all your Continuing Education Credits (workshops, videos, petitions, private evaluations, etc.) and retain all relevant documents. These, along with a CEC submission form, must be received by the STOTT PILATES International Certification Center by December 15 of each year.

Download a CEC Submission form


INTERNAL EDUCATION
Upcoming courses at the STOTT PILATES International Certification Center in Toronto, Canada.
Click here for more information on courses and workshops listed below, contact the Education Department at ext. 261.

Comprehensive
Certification Program

CMR Comprehensive
Matwork & Reformer

Jan 3 to Apr 16 2007


CCCB Comprehensive
Cadillac, Chair & Barrels

Jan 3 to Feb 28

Advanced
Certification Courses

AM Advanced Matwork

Jan 29
Feb 3
Mar 5

AR Advanced Reformer

Dec 8 to 10
Jan 19 to 21
Mar 6 to 8

ACCB Advanced Cadillac,

Chair & Barrels

Dec 9 to 10
Mar 10 to 11

Intensive
Certification Program

IMP Intensive Mat-Plus*

Jan 15 to 26

IR Intensive Reformer

Jan 29 to Feb 16

ICCB Intensive Cadillac,

Chair & Barrels

Feb 19 to Mar 9

Injuries &
Special Populations

ISP Injuries & Special Populations

Jan 22 to 26

Group SPX*
Certification Program

GM1 Group SPX Mat-Plus

Module 1, 2 weekends

Jan 19 to Feb 11

GM2 Group SPX Mat-Plus

Module 2, 1 weekend

Feb 23 to 25

GR1 Group SPX Reformer

Module 1, 2 weekends

Jan 26 to Feb 4

GR2 Group SPX Reformer

Module 2, 2 weekends

Feb 10 to Feb 18

XRG Crossover from Intensive

Reformer to Group Training

Feb 17

XMP Crossover from Group SPX

Mat-Plus to Personal Training

Mar 26 & 27

XRP Crossover from Group SPX

Reformer to Personal Training

Mar 28 & 29

Continuing
Education Workshops

Dec 16

Power Paced Fitness Circle

Dec 16

Intermediate BOSU**

Dec 17

Foam Roller

Dec 17

Pre-Natal Pilates

Jan 13

Anatomy Review

Jan 14

Jumpboard Interval Training

Jan 14

Toning Ball

Jan 28

Functional Fitness
for Golf-Matwork

Jan 28

Intense Sculpting Challenge, Flex Band Level 4

Feb 4

Functional Fitness for
Racquet Sports with Matwork

Feb 4

Functional Fitness for
Racquet Sports with Reformer

Feb 11

Exam Prep, General Overview

Feb 11

Exam Prep, Matwork

Feb 11

Power Paced Fitness Circle

Feb 11

Intermediate BOSU

Feb 18

Jumpboard Interval Training
on Reformer

Feb 18

Cueing on the Reformer
for Postural Issues

Feb 25

Circuit Training

Mar 4

Pre-Natal Pilates

Mar 4

Ultimate Back Care

Mar 11

Postural Analysis

Mar 11

Program Design


EXTERNAL EDUCATION


Upcoming courses and workshops held at locations around the world. Locations with a star indicate STOTT PILATES Licensed Training Centers. All others are STOTT PILATES authorized hosted courses.

USA

EL DORADO HILLS, CALIFORNIA
more info

Intensive Reformer
starts Jan 20
Advanced Matwork
Dec 3
Advanced Cadillac, Chair & Barrels
starts Dec 9

LIVERMORE, CALIFORNIA
more info

Intensive Mat-Plus
starts Jan 19

SAN JOSE, CALIFORNIA more info

Anatomy Review
starts Jan 14
Intensive Reformer
starts Jan 26
Functional Fitness for Racquet Sports with Matwork
starts Mar 10

MILFORD, CONNECTICUT more info

Intensive Mat-Plus
starts Jan 12
Intensive Reformer
starts Mar 16

SOUTH WINDSOR, CONNECTICUT
more info

Intensive Cadillac, Chair & Barrels
starts Jan 19
Intensive Mat-Plus
starts Jan 26
Intensive Reformer
starts Mar 23

WILMINGTON, DELAWARE
more info

Intensive Mat-Plus
starts Feb 2

MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA more info

Intensive Cadillac, Chair & Barrels
starts Jan 4
Injuries & Special Populations
starts Feb 7
Intensive Mat-Plus
starts Feb 15

OCALA, FLORIDA more info

Intensive Reformer
starts Jan 18

ORLANDO, FLORIDA more info

Intensive Mat-Plus
starts Feb 9
Pilates Circuit Training
Feb 25
Exam Prep: General Overview
Feb 25

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS more info

Anatomy Review
Jan 4
Intensive Mat-Plus
starts Jan 11
Intensive Reformer
starts Jan 19

BALTIMORE, MARYLAND more info

Advanced Reformer
starts Jan 19
Intensive Mat-Plus
starts Feb 23

SILVER SPRING, MARYLAND more info

Group SPX Reformer Training, Module 1
starts Feb 23

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS
more info

Intensifying Essential Reformer
Jan 26
Intensive Mat-Plus
starts Feb 10
Intensive Reformer
starts Mar 31

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS more info

Group SPX Reformer Training, Module 1
starts Jan 19
Group SPX Mat-Plus Training, Module 1
starts Feb 23

USA continued

HAMILTON, MASSACHUSETTS
more info

Jumpboard Interval Training on Reformer
Jan 12
Intensive Mat-Plus
starts Jan 13
Intensive Reformer
starts Jan 20

BLOOMFIELD HILLS, MICHIGAN
more info

Advanced Cadillac, Chair & Barrels
starts Jan 19
Injuries & Special Populations
starts Jan 20
Advanced Reformer
starts Feb 23

SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
more info

Advanced Cadillac, Chair & Barrels
starts Jan 10
Advanced Matwork
Jan 28
Comprehensive Matwork & Reformer
starts Feb 2

SPRINGFIELD, MISSOURI more info

Intensive Mat-Plus
starts Jan 6
Intensive Reformer
starts Jan 13
Intensive Cadillac, Chair & Barrels
starts Jan 20

LINCOLN, NEBRASKA more info

Intensive Mat-Plus
starts Dec 19
Dynamic Balance, Stability Ball Level 2
Dec 29
Essential BOSU
Dec 30

MANCHESTER, NEW HAMPSHIRE
more info

The Secret to Toned Arms, Buns & Thighs
Mar 31
Group Reformer: Teaching Skills & Programming Choices
Mar 31

NEW YORK, NEW YORK more info

Intensive Mat-Plus
starts Feb 16
Intensive Reformer
starts Mar 23
Advanced Matwork
May 12

TRIBECA, NEW YORK more info

Intensive Mat-Plus
starts Jan 29
Intensive Reformer
starts Feb 26

EAST GREENWICH, RHODE ISLAND more info

The Secret to Toned Arms, Buns & Thighs
Jan 13

DALLAS, TEXAS more info

Injuries & Special Populations
starts Feb 15
Functional Fitness for Golf with Matwork
Feb 3
Intensive Mat-Plus
starts Mar 1

MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE more info

Intensive Mat-Plus
starts Jan 19

SEATTLE, WASHINGTON more info

Intensive Reformer
starts Jan 5
Intensive Mat-Plus
starts Jan 12
Intensive Cadillac, Chair & Barrels
starts Jan 12

APPLETON, WISCONSIN more info

Group SPX Module II
starts Dec 9

CANADA

CALGARY, ALBERTA more info

Comprehensive Matwork & Reformer
starts Jan 13
Intensive Mat-Plus
starts Feb 9

OTTAWA, ONTARIO more info

Pilates On a Roll, Foam Roller level 1
Dec 9
Core Balance, Stability Ball Level 1
Dec 9
Foam Roller Challenge Level 2
Dec 16

REGINA, SASKATCHEWAN more info

Intermediate BOSU
Jan 6
Intensive Mat-Plus
starts Jan 19
Advanced Matwork
Feb 18


INTERNATIONAL

NASSAU, BAHAMAS more info

Comprehensive Cadillac, Chair & Barrels
starts Jan 3
Intensive Reformer
starts Feb 13
Intensive Mat-Plus
starts Mar 23

SANTIAGO, CHILE more info

Intensive Mat-Plus
starts Jan 2
Injuries & Special Populations
starts Jan 2
Advanced Matwork
starts Jan 12

LONDON, ENGLAND more info

Intensive Mat-Plus
starts Dec 1
Intensive Mat-Plus
starts Feb 26

OXFORD, ENGLAND more info

Advanced Reformer
starts Dec 6
Intensive Reformer
starts Jan 11
Advanced Matwork
Feb 20

MUNICH, GERMANY more info

The Secret to Toned Arms, Buns & Thighs
Dec 7
Intensive Mat-Plus
starts Jan 12
Intensive Reformer
starts Jan 19

FUKUOKA, JAPAN more info

Intensive Reformer
starts Jan 15
Group Matwork: Teaching Skills & Programming Choices
Jan 31


Exercise of the Month

WARM UP FIRST
Remember to start your workout with a warm-up.

Read these important cautions For a detailed description of warm-up exercises visit stottpilates.com/warmup .

Spine Stretch Forward
with the Fitness Circle
resistance ring



STARTING POSITION

1

SEATED ON MAT
with legs stretched out in front (if necessary, sit on a cushion or phone book, or bend knees to sit up as straight as possible). Hands on top of Fitness Circle.


EXERCISE

To prepare, INHALE...

2

EXHALE
starting from the top of the head, bend forward and press Fitness Circle down with your hands. Keep shoulders away from your ears.

3

INHALE
return to starting position, lifting head last, and release tension on the Fitness Circle.


Complete 5-8 repetitions

1 starting position. inhale to prepare, then...

2 exhale. bend forward

3 inhale. roll up


This exercise is excerpted from the Easy Start Exercise Poster included FREE in Fitness Circle Power Packs.

Find more exercises in the STOTT PILATES teaching manual library comprised of 10 titles that document the entire STOTT PILATES exercise repertoire. Three titles are also available in Japanese & French and, coming soon, in Spanish.

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