Pilates Mat Advanced Weekly Workout for Tweens and Teens
What's included
15 live meetings
7 hrs 30 mins in-class hoursMastery Evaluation
Used to receive PE credit, if neededClass Experience
Intermediate - Advanced Level
Welcome to our Pilates Mat Class for advanced tweens and teens! Our experienced Certified Pilates instructor and physical therapist is dedicated to helping your child develop strength, flexibility, and coordination in a fun and supportive environment. Through gentle exercises and movements, kids will learn the fundamentals of Pilates while improving their overall physical well-being. This class is for advanced movers (dancers and athletes) and learners who have been practicing Pilates and mastered beginner to intermediate level mat work. Our encouraging approach focuses on building confidence and promoting a positive attitude towards fitness and other learners. Join us for a class that will not only benefit your child's physical health, but also help them develop lifelong healthy habits. Sign up today and watch your child thrive! Unsure whether your learner is advanced, reach out to the instructor on her profile and she will get back to asap. Each session will include a challenging strength and stretch workout using the foundations of Pilates and build a community of inclusivity and connection to each other and our bodies. Class Structure: -Greetings and intro -Warm up on the floor or in standing -The workout! Pilates repertoire will include 8-15 advanced variations of the following: The Hundred Roll up Rolling like a ball the ab series swan swimming Single leg kick sidelying kick series planks push ups spine stretch forward saw teaser standing arm work -Wrap up: questions and comments are welcomed and learners are asked to share if they would like to. Positive feedback and connections between instructor and learners as well as learner to learner is encouraged by the instructor. What can you expect from the instructor: a welcoming space where learners are met where they are and encouraged to participate and build strength and flexibility, safely. Modifications and advancements are recommended for any student who may need a little help or any extra challenge. The instructor is super creative and has a great deal of experience providing children successful workouts. Why do learners love Pilates Mat? Pilates mat is a change of pace that will get learners to focus on their body and refresh their minds. It provides a relaxing and engaging break in their day. Why do parents love Pilates Mat for kids? Pilates helps kids build confidence, improve posture, build healthy habits and be more connected with their bodies. This class provides this positive atmosphere week after week learners look forward to. Week 1: Review hundred prep, roll up, modified ab series, bridging, swan, swimming prep, plank front and side Week 2: Review and practice exercises from week 1 and add advanced rolling Week 3: Review and practice exercise from week 2 and add advanced sidelying leg series Week 4: Review and practice exercises from week 3 and add corkscrew Week 5: Review and practice exercises from week 4 and add new variations for plank Week 6: Review and practice exercises week 5 and add more new exercises and variations each week This class is a great way to add strength and conditioning to your learners weekly routine. The benefits of Pilates include improved posture, strength, flexibility, and mind body connection. Still have questions? Reach out to our instructor on her profile and she will get back to asap
Learning Goals
1. Learn advanced Pilates
2. Enjoy a weekly movement class with other students lead by a knowledgeable and encouraging instructor
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Please notify the instructor should your learner need accommodations for a limitation or injury.
Point your camera at your learner’s mat on the floor so the instructor can watch their movements.
Bring water to drink to keep our learners hydrated!
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
Doctoral Degree from Cleveland State University
Doctorate in Physical Therapy -Cleveland State University
BA in Dance and History - Connecticut College
Certified Pilates Instructor - Polestar Pilates
The instructor for this class is a certified Pilates instructor and has over 15 years of teaching dance and Pilates to children. She is also a licensed physical therapist.
Reviews
Live Group Class
$20
weekly or $300 for 15 classes1x per week, 15 weeks
30 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-16
3-8 learners per class