Taking a step backwards, as we step forward.
Prior to our covid adjustments in 2020, the PilatesSistersSquad (PSS) was meeting LIVE with 2ndGenMaster teachers. Now that things have somewhat normalized, we are going back to that model, in 2023, however with a few additional twists and adjustments.
So many have found great value in the expanded experience of Virtual #MasterClassWorkouts over the past two years, and in keeping with our original intent to return to LIVE SESSIONS, our 2023 MasterClassWorkouts will host these stellar experiences in both venues. Also to provide for time and more playful movement experiences, the 2023 plan will incorporate two Lifestyle Movement Excursions (more on those in a later post and communication.)
We do not want to lose the connections made, experiences shared and certainly not the fun and joy of working out with a #PilatesSister.
Salon MasterClass | LIVE & Virtual
“In the early 18th century, a “salon” was a key institution in which women played a central role. Salons provided a place for women and men to congregate for intellectual discourse.” I do not feel it is a stretch to refer to Pilates as the “Art of Movement” thus the PSS Salon Sessions will be designed to engage participation between participants and 2ndGen Movement teachers as the “artists,” and to explore meaning, context, and our craft of creative movement in a contemporary setting.
The quality of the work will be the same, but so many of the moving parts will be different. We had so much fun figuring out how to work virtually, right!? We repeated it in 2022 and now it is just time to add another variation!
Truly our lives as teachers and professionals should always be mixed with change and nuance, don’t you think??
Thus, the Salon MasterClass Sessions will offer three (3) ways of working out with the selected #2ndGenMaster; LIVE Onsite in Pilatium Studio, Virtual Access from wherever you are, and Observer Only participation, also LIVE onsite.
Registration is open now and we look forward to seeing you!
Cynthia Shipley MasterClass | April 23rd
Studio Apparatus: Reformer, Wunda, Cadillac/Tower Barrels/Spine Corrector
This is the third year Cynthia has graciously given of herself to lead a MasterClass Workout with the PSS. Many have referred to Cynthia as the “Pilates Whisperer ” not necessarily due to the tone or timber of her voice, (although there is that, as she uses her “inside” voice when she teaches…all the time). The reference here has much more to do with the manner in which she extracts the movement she desires from the body in front of her eyes.
Onsite and Virtual participants will be fully and completely moved, inspired and worked. It is extremely hard to get on her calendar and we are proud she will be with us LIVE and in person. In fact, we are providing an option for Observation Only participation for five (5) individuals.
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Brett Howard MasterClass | October 22nd
Studio Apparatus: Reformer, Wunda, Cadillac/Tower Barrels/Spine Corrector
Brett has not only committed for each of the past three years to the PSS, he has supported the initial evolution of the effort as well as helped to open the door to get the attention of several of his colleagues to lead several sessions. There are not enough words to express my awe, appreciation and joy of working with Brett.
Having personally worked with him in both onsite and virtual sessions for many years, I know no matter how you work with him, onsite or online, it is worth the time, energy and connection; he will not lose a beat or allow anyone to miss his specific cue.
For the Salon Session only, we are providing an option for Observation Only participation for five (5) individuals.
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Sarita Allen MasterClass | December 17th
Studio Apparatus: Reformer, Wunda, Cadillac/Tower Barrels/Spine Corrector
As a student of Kathy Grant, an Alvin Ailey teacher and dancer, I plan to expect the unexpected and follow the flow and lead of Ms.Sarita Allen. Pilates in the body of a dancer has a different orientation, flourish and spinal undulation than in most of us. Join this session and look forward to being “wowed” by what you find yourself doing on the apparatus under her direction. We are providing an option for Observation Only participation for five (5) individuals.
I am grateful the PSS was able to snag a spot in her calendar. The work of Pilates, in this Salon Session, led by Sarita will be nothing short of pure art.
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Salon Sessions
Onsite LIVE
Virtual Access 10 Slots
Observer Access 5 Slots
Max 5 Persons
Virtual MasterClass | Virtual Only
Block off time for yourself and access to the apparatus – in your home or your studio. Yes, you are busy. We all are. Nevertheless, you might want to take a peak at whose voice you can follow virtually for a MasterClass Workout in 2023!!
Fourth Sunday of the respective month at 2PM EST for a session with one or more of our industry’s favorite 2ndGenMaster Teachers.
You are strongly encouraged to lock in your choice(s) in advance.
Cary Regan MasterClass | February 26th
Studio Apparatus: Reformer with Jumpboard
A key teacher, leader and true Master of the Classical Pilates Method. She was and is the teacher of most NY Pilates teachers. Loved and sought after worldwide; every session with Cary Regan is a thrill to participate in.
She is immensely special to the PilatesSistersSquad, to the history and teaching of the Pilates Method and to our Pilates Teachers collective community.
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Clare Dunphy-Hemani MasterClass | November 19th
Studio Apparatus: Cadillac/Tower
If she were in the NY area, I would have quickly asked her to lead a Salon Session. I am grateful for her immediate “YES” reply to leading us virtually from her home studio in MA.
Her Progressive BodyWorks LIVE Workouts, teacher mentoring as well as Pilates Avatar programming are stellar industry products. She is a grounded soul, a lover of movement and sports and always a joy to work with and follow.
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Virtual Sessions
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