Art of Touch: Developing Mastery with Hands on Cuing

The Franklin Method and Pilates

In this interactive skill enhancing workshop, we will refine and practice the art of touch and hands on cuing with the Pilates Repertoire. We will practice hands on cuing to inform, and direct awareness and improve motor learning. This will result in improved teaching ability and better results for your students. You’ll learn how to use experiential anatomy and imagery as useful tools to direct and focus the mind and body for optimal learning and health.  We will cover classical and contemporary repertoire on the Mat, Reformer, Wall Unit and Chair.

Courses Objective:

Use experiential anatomy and biomechanics to guide hand placement and intention

Understand and teach the dynamics of the bones and muscles in movement

Learn an experiential anatomy lesson on the shoulder girdle and spine for improved understanding, insight and to support effective cuing

Learn to use touch to help release tension, create support and improve muscle activation

Develop a functional understanding of how to develop healthier movement and fitness