In my personal
experience, the Pilates Unlimited- Mat Course was exactly the kind of course I
was actually looking for!!! Not just an insight in the Pilates method
principles and repertoire but a strong focus on ANATOMY applied to MOVEMENT,
and that I think was the key that opened the door to understanding! Being able
to assess how people’s muscles, joints, chain reactions work when they move-
allowed me to see the bigger picture (what the goals are and how they can be
achieved, what needs to be strengthened and/or stretched, client’s awareness,
what needs to be avoided to prevent injury….). For the first time, I was able
to design an exercise program appropriate to a particular person. I could start
thinking out of the box, making links, and it all finally started to make
sense! As regards the course per se, everything was amazing and I had lots of
fun! Interesting theory and practice, great atmosphere, good vibes! Teachers
extremely knowledgeable, as well as willing to assist us all the way from start
to end! The course provides all the tools and resources necessary for the
learning process, but it is important for us, students- to be aware that
professional training requires effort and a lot of self-commitment from our
side to keep it going: a lot of studying, observation, exercise, teaching
hours, and in my opinion, going over and over it to get the wanted results. The
good news: all that work is totally worth it! I enjoyed it then and I’m still
loving it and more passionate than before!!!! A big thanks to Tanya for
facilitating the course and her teachings live and online. Highly
recommended!"
I graduated as a
physiotherapist from the University of Cape Town in 2011 and have since
worked in
government as well as private practice. I also completed my post-graduate
diploma in Orthopaedic and Manipulative Therapy
(OMT1) in Johannesburg last year,
specialising in neuromuscularskeletal
Physiotherapy.
I have had the privilege of knowing Tanya for
many years, both as a Pilates client of hers
as well as completing my mat course and now, two
years later, currently completing my
equipment course. Her passion for what she does
is incredible and drives her clients and
herself to continue to excel.
The knowledge I have gained during the courses
has been exceptional, with sound
anatomical basis as well as constant practical
advice and applications. I believe her
anatomical knowledge to be of a higher standard
to that which I learnt during my medical
studies. Her passion for learning as well as her
desire to impart this knowledge is truly admirable.
I believe that she values the opinion of all in
the multidisciplinary team
(including all medical professionals) and will
use these resources in the best interest
of the client. This interactive approach has
made her studio highly regarded in the province
and country. Pilates as a whole and her
associated input into my professional life has greatly enriched my skills as a
physiotherapist and as a rehabilitative professional. I believe Pilates-based
exercises to be of paramount importance these days in any musculoskeletal
injury or condition.
I have no doubt that her knowledge and input
into your community will be of
unparalleled value and that you will be
witnessing one of the great minds in
the field of movement and exercise.
Coming from a group fitness training
background, it is extremely important that you evaluate and get a good sense of
the person who will be joining your sessions. This can help you prevent
injuries and provide a specialized approach to each person you deal with.
This course has helped me find an
effective approach to discovering the goals of each client, discovering areas
of weakness and giving them a great first impression with you as an
instructor.
I highly recommend that every person
involved in the fitness industry goes through this course to improve the way
they evaluate clients and create a first impression.
