STOTT PILATES is a Senior Partner of IDEA,
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Happy Holidays!
Celebrate the season with these special offers on STOTT PILATES equipment.
The holidays are just around the corner, and what better way to bring in the New Year than with new Pilates equipment. STOTT PILATES has some great gift ideas to make it easier to share your passion for wellness with the important people in your life.
If you’re looking for the perfect holiday gifts for yourself or someone you care about, our STOTT PILATES Eco-Friendly Mats™ fit the bill. They not only stand up to the most vigorous workout, but they’re also good for the environment because they’re made from biodegradable material — a great gift that also gives back to the planet. Best of all, when you buy two Eco-Friendly Mats, you’ll receive two FREE STOTT PILATES DVDs, Sunrise Workout and Revive Workout. They’re the perfect companion to your Eco-Friendly Mats, or you can choose to give them as gifts. It’s up to you!
Here are two more great gift offers from us to you Place your order for the At Home SPX™ Reformer in December and get a $250 shipping credit on this great STOTT PILATES machine. Perfect for exercisers of any age or fitness level!
And when you purchase any of our Club Reformers, you’ll receive a bonus Large Jumpboard, FREE. It’s our way of saying thanks for shopping at STOTT PILATES this festive season.
Quote Promo Codes:
EMDE07 for Eco-Friendly Mats
SCDE07 for At Home SPX Reformer Shipping Credit
JUDE07 for Bonus Jumpboard Offer
Offer expires midnight EST December 31, 2007. May not be combined with other offers.
*All promotion offers are not available in Spain, Portugal, Turkey, Andorra, Australia, the U.K., Brazil or Italy.
For more great gift ideas, please check out our e-store.
In the News
Real Men Do Pilates
Today, a growing number of men are doing Pilates. More and more elite athletes, such as Tiger Woods and Kobe Bryant, are choosing this form of exercise to complement their vigorous training for sports conditioning. In an upcoming article, “Real Men Do Pilates: Get An Edge On Your Competition”, Kerrie Lee Brown, VP, Communications at STOTT PILATES®, focuses on sports figures who are gaining an edge through Pilates to improve muscle tone and help prevent injury. Sally Belanger, Assistant Program Director for STOTT PILATES, trains Toronto Maple Leafs Defenseman Carlo Colaiacovo, and says, “Pilates helps to build and strengthen the core muscular system, allowing the large muscles [primary movers] and levers to work on explosive movements and strength.” Look for this article in the Winter 2007 issue of Inside Fitness magazine, on newsstands in mid-December or read it here.
Pilates Isn’t Just for Adults
Did you know that more and more children and teens are doing Pilates? Check out the youth special edition of OnSite Fitness for “Pilates…Not Just for Adults”, an article that explores the increasing popularity of Pilates as a way to improve kids’ fitness levels and self-esteem. Pilates is intended for both sports-minded and non-athletic youth, providing much-needed variety and fun through the different types of equipment that can be used. “Children can learn the importance of focus and concentration with Pilates and also gain a sense of fulfillment or success at a level they can relate to,” explains Moira Merrithew, STOTT PILATES co-founder and Master Instructor Trainer. Look for this article in the December issue of OnSite Fitness, or download the article.
Do You Speak Pilates?
The popularity of Pilates continues to grow all around the world. To meet this ever-increasing demand, STOTT PILATES now provides 10 training manuals and over 120 DVD titles. Some of the training materials are also available in different languages, including Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese and Japanese. Come the new year, our Comprehensive Matwork*, Essential Reformer, and Intermediate Reformer manuals will be available in Portuguese as well. Future plans include the production of additional manuals and DVDs in even more languages. So stay tuned!
New Products
The V2 Max Plus™ Package
In order to provide the most bang for your buck STOTT PILATES has recently introduced an all-new V2 Max Plus Package. Now, when you purchase this revolutionary Reformer for $5795*, you’ll receive four hours of free STOTT PILATES V2 Max Plus Programming Hosted Workshops per V2 Max Plus Reformer purchased. You’ll also receive a complimentary Mat Converter, Reformer Box, Platform Extender, Maple Poles and Hamstring Extension Strap. Make your V2 Max Plus training easier with this all-in-one unique package.
For further details on this incredible package, email fullsolutions@stottpilates.com, quoting code: V2MAX to the Maximum Programming.
*This package may not be combined with any other discounts, as this price already includes all applicable discounts. Price does not include travel-related costs for the Instructor Trainer to travel to host site. Training requirements: 3 instructors per V2 Max Plus, 18 instructors maximum/workshop. Package price available in the US and Canada.
The Next Generation of Pilates
The V2 Max Plus™ Reformer is transforming Pilates as we know it – offering unparalleled functionality, restriction-free movement, and limitless programming possibilities. Its whisper-smooth vertical frame pulley system with retractable ropes allows resistance from a wide range of heights and facilitates three-dimensional fluid movement replicating the multi-planar movements of real life – significantly increasing fundamental exercises as well as sport-specific, rehab and cross-training options. This groundbreaking, all-in-one system unit multitasks as a Mat, Reformer and Cadillac, delivering 450+ exercises to expand group and private programming options – ultimately increasing who can do Pilates and what they can do.
Job Opportunities
Visit our online Job Board for a list of Pilates instructor positions available across Canada, the U.S. and around the world. View listings.
Training facilities looking for STOTT PILATES instructors may fill out a Job Board submission form.
Toronto Head Office Careers
We’re always looking for enthusiastic, capable and insightful people to join the STOTT PILATES head office team. If you’re passionate about Pilates and you’re looking for a rewarding, fun and fast-paced career, check out available positions.
Trade Shows
STOTT PILATES is pleased to announce upcoming trade shows and events that are sure to be of interest. Check out the schedule below for dates and locations.
As if there weren't enough reasons to visit STOTT PILATES at the many events we attend, now you can SAVE UP TO 25% on the regular list price on demo equipment used at the shows†. And don't forget – you can also pre-order your equipment by contacting sales@stottpilates.com
But wait! It gets even better because you can win a STOTT PILATES V2 Max Plus™ Reformer† (details coming soon). Just fill out a ballot at one of the shows listed below for your chance to win. Plus, you can sign up to participate in a FREE DEMO and get a FREE GIVEAWAY while at the booth! 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. † At selected shows only
Event
When
Where
Pilates Style
Jan 23-25
Los Angeles, California
Can-Fit-Pro Montreal
Feb 8-10
Montreal, Quebec
ECA, New York
Feb 8-10
New York, New York
Fitness Forum UK
Feb 29-Mar 3
London, England
IHRSA
Mar 5-8
San Diego, California
Expo West
Mar 14-16
Anaheim, California
Education
For information on STOTT PILATES courses and workshops, please contact the
Education Department at ext. 261. STOTT PILATES training and certification
courses and workshops are available at STOTT PILATES Licensed Training
Centers and Hostings Sites throughout North America. Click for details and a center near you.
CONTINUING EDUCATION
Is your continuing education up-to-date?
If you are a Certified STOTT PILATES instructor who completed your exams in 2006 or earlier, it is time to make sure you have completed all your continuing education credits (CECs) for 2007. To maintain your STOTT PILATES instructor status, you need to accumulate 0.6 CECs each calendar year.
Please click on the following links for courses and workshops in your area:
How do I earn credits attending STOTT PILATES workshops?
A
When taking a workshop at the STOTT PILATES International Certification Center or a Licensed Training Center, your credits are issued automatically upon completion. You will receive a completion letter from STOTT PILATES listing the appropriate CECs.
For STOTT PILATES workshops or presentations at trade shows, you are responsible for sending the complete documentation to the International Certification Center in Toronto. We require the following:
STOTT PILATES INTERNATIONAL CERTIFICATION CENTER, TORONTO, ONTARIO
For more exciting info on our upcoming courses and workshops, click here!
And for that special personal touch from head office, email Amanda Brazier or Lesley Fullerton for course information and Scott West for upcoming workshop information.
This month we’re pleased to feature TheSeven Days of CECs!
This is your last chance to register for 2007 CECs!
Register for a second workshop Dec 14-20 and receive a 20% discount.
Already planning on more than one intensive course? Sign up for all your courses at the same time and receive discounted rates. Save $225 when you bundle IMP & IR or save $400 when you bundle all 3! (IMP, IR & ICCB)
Just in time for the holidays, the STOTT PILATES International Training Center is pleased to announce that our Canadian course prices have been lowered to reflect the strength of our dollar.
Exam Dates
Plan your exam in advance with our new specified practical and written exam days. Starting in January, students will be able to choose from a selection of exam dates as soon as their course is over to allow for active preparation. Exam Prep workshops will be scheduled in advance of these dates for those who are looking for an extra helping hand. Contact us for upcoming dates.
STOTT PILATES STUDIO & TRAINING CENTER, TRIBECA NEW YORK
Click here to find out what 2008 has in store at our sister location in New York City!
Contact Lesley Fullerton in the Education Department at ext. 315, or at tribeca@stottpilates.com.
STOTT PILATES LICENSED TRAINING CENTERS & HOSTING SITES
You can find amazing STOTT PILATES courses all around the world. See below for the location closest to you and links to more info, including times and dates. Locations with a star indicate STOTT PILATES Licensed Training Centers. All others are STOTT PILATES authorized hosted courses.
Lying on stomach on mat. Legs together, front of hips flat on mat.
Hands by shoulders with elbows and nose on mat.
EXERCISE
1
INHALE
Stabilize shoulder blades on back and contract abdominals.
2
EXHALE Reach upper body off mat, keeping lower ribs and elbows in contact with mat. Keep head in line with back.
3
INHALE
Hold position.
4
EXHALE Return to starting position.
Complete 5-8 repetitions.
This exercise is excerpted from the Easy Start Exercise Poster included FREE with the Pilates Express™ Mat Power Pack.
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, Spanish, and soon in Portuguese.
CAUTION Please note the following important cautions before attempting STOTT PILATES exercises.
Consult with your doctor before beginning this or any other exercise program as not all exercises are suitable for everyone.
This or any other exercise program may result in injury.
If you experience pain or discomfort during exercise, stop immediately, and consult your doctor.
To reduce risk of injury, never force or strain during exercise.
STOTT PILATES videos and manuals are sold without warranties or guarantees of any kind so the creators, producers, performers, participants and distributors cannot guarantee their suitability and safety for each individual.
Any liability, loss or damage in conjunction with any use of this program, including but not limited to any liability, loss or damage resulting from the performance of the exercises demonstrated, or the advice and information given here is expressly disclaimed.
Past Newsletters
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®*BOSU is a registered trademark of D.W. Fitness, LLC, used under license.
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STOTT PILATES is a Senior Partner of IDEA,
Pilates Isn’t Just for Adults
Do You Speak Pilates?
This month we’re pleased to feature The Seven Days of CECs! 