ANATOMY OF THE MAT
Anatomy of the Mat™ is an interactive and engaging workshop that provides participants with the tools needed to both understand anatomical concepts and implement biomechanics of movement principles during one’s personal practice and while teaching clients the Pilates repertoire of exercises, on the mat and beyond.
This workshop is perfect for both new and seasoned Pilates instructors*, aspiring Pilates instructors preparing for teacher training programs, as well as serious practitioners of the method who wish to delve deeper into the work.
*Eligible for 18 NPCP CECs.
Upcoming Course Dates
9416 Main Street
Fairfax, VA 22031
(703) 204-2200
May 13-15, 2022
Friday, May 13, 2022, 12-6:30pm*
Saturday, May 14, 2022, 1-7:30pm*
Sunday, May 15, 2022, 12-6:30pm*
*Each day includes a 30-minute break.
Cost
$449
Before April 12, 2022
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$499
After April 12, 2022
What You’ll Learn
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How the body works and moves, particularly how the major bones, muscles, and joints contribute to the movements of the classical Pilates Mat exercises
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How to develop targeted modifications and anatomically-focused movement progression patterns to help clients get the most out of their individual Pilates practices
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How basic anatomy and biomechanics of movement principles explored in the Pilates Mat work can be applied to the full depth and breadth of Pilates exercises across each apparatus
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How to identify contraindicated exercises and safely teach clients with a multitude of medical conditions
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How to identify anatomical and movement deviations that cause imbalances in the body while both practicing Pilates and going through life’s daily tasks
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How to teach with more confidence and accuracy while showing clients how Pilates exercises can help them move better and feel better in every aspect of their lives
About the Presenter
Eurona Earl Tilley, NCPT, first fell in love with anatomy during her 10th-grade biology class and her passion for anatomy, physiology, and kinesiology continued to grow throughout her undergraduate and graduate studies as well as during her successful career as a medical writer and editor. She began her personal Pilates practice in 2005 and immediately realized the beauty of the method and the elegant simplicity in which each exercise is a musical etude for the body, exploring anatomical concepts and biomechanics of movement principles.
In 2014, Eurona founded Epiphany Pilates LLC, a boutique Pilates studio in Northern Virginia, to share her passion for Pilates with others and help them achieve their fitness and rehabilitation goals through mindful movement. She firmly believes that Pilates is for everyone; and, she strives to make her group classes and private sessions comfortable and inviting for a range of fitness levels while introducing progressively challenging and engaging exercises.
Eurona is a graduate of Spelman College (BS Chemistry), Georgia Institute of Technology (BS Materials Engineering), and Georgetown University (MS Microbiology & Immunology). She received her comprehensive Pilates training through BASI Pilates®, a leading Pilates education academy, with a reputation for innovation, dedication and academic excellence. She is a certified GYROTONIC® Trainer and received her Level 1 Foundation training at Elements Fitness and Wellness Center with Master Trainer Dr. Justine Bernard. Eurona is a certified Prenatal & Postnatal Pilates Specialist with The Center for Women’s Fitness and has completed classical Pilates training through Power Pilates.
She also received her barre certification through Booty Barre® and completed Bodhi Suspension System® training through Balanced Body.