Sling Systems Approach to Core Intelligence (1-day; 9-6pm)

The Sling System was designed and developed by Marie-José Blom and available for purchase at BalancedBody.com. This unique system supports core up-training and early education of the Core Pilates Repertoire performed on the Cadillac (Trapeze Table). It provides a safe and optimal environment for clients of all levels.

This one day workshop focuses on the sling systems repertoire, embracing the “Pilates for everybody” philosophy with a tactile and somatic experience.

Objectives

• Introduce More Depth and Challenge in the Core Pilates Repertoire For Any Level of Proficiency
• Learn Specific Protocol for Clients with Special Needs
  • Fibromyalgia
  • Parkinson’s Disease
  • Multiple Sclerosis
  • The Elderly
• Address Proper Cueing for Precision and Movement Control with the Sling System Support
• Learn to Teach the Concept of Optimal Form, Alignment and Centering of Core Pilates Repertoire

Bibliography

• Muscles and Meridians: The Manipulation of Shape, Phillip Beach - ISBN-10: 0702031097
• The Pelvic Girdle, Diane Lee – ISBN-10: 0443073732
• Anatomy of Breathing, Blandine Calais-Germain – ISBN-10: 0939616556
• Anatomy of Movement, Blandine Calais-Germain – ISBN-10: 0939616572
• Core Intelligence, Marie-Jose Blom – 2002
• Pelvic Power: Mind/Body Exercises for Strength, Flexibility, Posture, and Balance for Men and Women, Eric Franklin – ISBN-10: 0871272598

Agenda Day 1:

• Check In
• Introduction - Anatomy, Evolution and Relationships of the Core Structure
• LAB - Functional Integration into Mat Repertoire
• Challenged and Reinforced Core and Beyond Repertoire with the Sling System Support
• Q & A