CEC workshops
Athletic Conditioning on the Reformer, Level 2 (2 CEC)
Athletes and trainers alike recognize the benefits of alternative performance enhancing training methods like Pilates. This second-level Reformer workout, developed by the Merrithew® team, builds on the first full-body routine placing even more emphasis on core stability, while challenging strength, power and agility. Learn new variations of familiar exercises and unique moves that challenge unilateral movement, weigh transference and torso rotation – as well as strength and mobility of arms, legs, shoulders and hips. This high-caliber workout is perfect for very fit and accomplished sports enthusiasts.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
- 1. Apply the STOTT PILATES Principles to exercises for athletic conditioning on the Reformer.
- 2. Challenge clients’ muscular system and build endurance.
- 3. Challenge abdominal stability and strengthen upper and lower body.
- 4. Understand how specific exercises can address the needs of athletic conditioning.
Sunday 29 March | 12:30 - 14:30
Location: K'dans, Van Merlenstraat 65c, 2518 TC Den Haag
€92,50 ( no VAT) - 10% discount for PPN members - email stott@kdans.nl
LEAD Instructor Trainer : Saulo Ouverney (Brasil)
Athletic Conditioning on Stability Cushion Level 2 (2 CEC)
Discover a new and intensive core training workout, developed by the Merrithew® team, featuring the Merrithew® Stability Cushions™
.Controlling instability with a pair of cushioned disks requires activation of the stabilizing muscles of the torso, shoulders and hips. Exercises are designed to elicit greater proprioceptive awareness and recruit the deep support systems of the whole body while developing greater coordination and control.
Discover a new facet to Matwork programs that increase body awareness and core stability in movements that bridge the gap between simple core training routines and functional movement patterns necessary in athletic conditioning.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
- 1. Apply the STOTT PILATES Principles of the STOTT PILATES method to exercises on the Stability Cushions.
- 2. Understand movement essence and exercise goals as applied to athletic conditioning.
- 3. Explore how the Stability Cushions can be beneficial to athletic training.
- 4. Learn how the unstable nature of the Stability Cushions challenges stability and control.
Sunday 29 March | 15:15 - 17:15
Location: K'dans, Van Merlenstraat 65c, 2518 TC Den Haag
€92,50 ( no VAT) - 10% discount for PPN members - email stott@kdans.nl
LEAD Instructor Trainer : Saulo Ouverney (Brasil)
Pilates for Injuries & Pathologies Part 1: Orthopedic Foundations
This comprehensive course systematically covers commonly encountered orthopedic injuries and pathologies in each region of the body. While we discuss definitions, causes, contributing factors, and symptoms of each condition, the focus remains on practical application—how we, as Pilates professionals, can contribute to our clients’ wellbeing by correctly selecting exercises and, equally important, knowing when to avoid certain exercises and ranges of motion.
Enrolment requirements: Certified Mat and/or Comprehensive Pilates instructor.
This program is approved for 18 NPCP CEC’S (Continuing Education Credits).
Friday/Saturday/Sunday 3/4/5 April | 12:30 - 19:30
Location: BASI Pilates Academy Amsterdam - Korte Schimmelstraat 18
€920 / Early Bird: €870 (Until 15 February 2026)
Pilates for Injuries & Pathologies Part 2: Chronic Pain Conditions and Neurological Diseases
This two-day intensive course builds upon the foundation laid in “Pilates for Injuries & Pathologies”, delving into chronic pain conditions and neurological diseases, such as Fibromyalgia, Lupus, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Parkinson’s Disease, Multiple Sclerosis, and Stroke. Designed for Pilates instructors seeking to broaden their expertise, this course offers invaluable insights into working with clients facing complex health challenges.
As Pilates instructors, we cannot diagnose injuries or pathologies. However, we can learn to work effectively with diagnosed conditions. This course empowers instructors to safely teach what they know best: how to move effectively and efficiently, thereby helping clients improve their quality of life despite their health challenges. Join us for this enlightening journey into the world of Pilates for chronic conditions and neurological diseases, and elevate your practice to new heights of expertise and client care.
Enrolment requirements: Certified Mat and/or Comprehensive Pilates instructor.
This program is approved for 12 NPCP CEC’S (Continuing Education Credits).
Tuesday/Wednesay 7/8 April | 9:00 - 16:00
Location: BASI Pilates Academy Amsterdam - Korte Schimmelstraat 18
€700 / Early Bird: €675 (Until 15 February 2026)
Pilates Through Pregnancy and Beyond
This four-day certificate course will give you an in depth understanding of the process the mother-to-be is going through within and the physical changes without that pregnancy brings. The course will take you through the 3 trimesters, the “Red Flag” conditions, exercise recommendations, modifications and assists. Hormonal affects from pregnancy, birthing and feeding the new born as well as Post pregnancy training protocols will be addressed. Diastasis Recti, what it is and how to treat it will be discussed in detail.
Enrolment requirements: Certified Mat and/or Comprehensive Pilates instructor
This program is approved for 20 NPCP CEC’s (Continuing Education Credits)
Friday 10 and Saturday 11 April | 12:00 - 19:00 / Sunday 12 and Monday 13 April | 9:00 - 16:00
Location: House of Pilates - Torhoutsebaan 111 – 8470 Gistel, Belgium
€1400 / Early Bird: €1150 (Until 15 February 2026)
Pilates for Scoliosis
This 2 day workshop will introduce the three-dimensional curves of a scoliosis, methods of assessing them and the physical and emotional effects that these curves have on the body, and the person, as a whole. Pilates for Scoliosis will provide detailed insight into the symptoms, onset, causes and treatment protocol for scoliosis.
Participants will learn how to modify and adapt exercises for differing curve patterns as well as exploring repertoire on the mat and Pilates apparatus, specifically designed to optimise movement and conditioning for each unique scoliotic spine.
Enrolment requirements: Certified Mat and/or Comprehensive Pilates instructor.
This program is approved for 12 NPCP CEC’S (Continuing Education Credits).
Saturday 11 and Sunday 12 April | 12:30 - 19:00
Location: Flow Studio – 89, rue de Hollerich, L-1741 Luxembourg
€595
Athletic Conditioning: Performance Enhancing Progressions and Sequences (3 CEC)
Experience new movement sequences and progressions to build strength and endurance, improve movement health and enhance athletic preparedness. Based on an understanding of the concepts of Activation, Conditioning, Endurance and Recovery, four key components of athletic conditioning, this workshop reviews traditional approaches to performance-based training, introduces and highlights newer methodology and concepts and explores how they can be combined with the STOTT PILATES® Movement System. Created by the Merrithew® Programming team, this workshop demonstrates innovative ways of structuring and designing a matwork-based program for the everyday athlete and beyond.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
- 1. Receive greater insight into various training methodologies and concepts that can complement the STOTT PILATES repertoire.
- 2. Gain greater understanding and clarification of commonly used terminology related to performance-based athletic conditioning.
- 3. Explore and experience movement patterns and sequences to activate, engage and integrate the whole body.
Thursday 16 April | 13:00 - 16:00
Location: K'dans, Van Merlenstraat 65c, 2518 TC Den Haag
€135 ( no VAT) - 10% discount for PPN members - email stott@kdans.nl
LEAD Instructor Trainer : Leonieke Albreghs ( London)
Post-Natal Pilates ( 2 CEC)
After giving birth, many women are looking to regain their pre-pregnancy shape – help your clients get on the right track with Post‑Natal Pilates. Modified Matwork exercises are strategically chosen to help focus on reactivating and stabilizing the pelvic floor, transversus abdominis and obliques as well as regaining lumbo-pelvic stability. This gentle but effective workout, incorporates Toning Balls™ to get new moms working out again.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
- 1. Apply the STOTT PILATES Principles to exercises specific to the post-natal client.
- 2. Discover how to modify for the needs of this special population.
- 3. Understand how to incorporate Toning Balls in a post-natal workout.
- 4. Discuss special considerations for post-natal concerns.
Thursday 16 April | 13:00 - 15:00
Location: K'dans, Van Merlenstraat 65c, 2518 TC Den Haag
€92,50 ( no VAT) - 10% discount for PPN members - email stott@kdans.nl
LEAD Instructor Trainer : Jolanda Hoefnagel (The Hague)
Programming Protocols for Breast Cancer Rehab ( 6 CEC)
Professional Development Course ( limited spots available)
Physical activity is proven to be a powerful, inexpensive and enjoyable way to prevent many chronic diseases, including cancer. Beyond reducing risk, exercise has been shown to improve survival rates and enhance quality of life. Experts widely agree that incorporating aerobic exercise, resistance training and fascial movement therapy is the best prescription. While there is still much to learn about the precise role exercise plays in disease prevention and chronic disease management, physical activity undeniably helps individuals feel better, potentially look better and most certainly move better.
According to the American College of Sports Medicine, it is highly recommended for cancer patients to seek out qualified practitioners well versed in cancer care and recovery. A qualified, compassionate therapist can teach cancer patients to become self-reliant, improve their physical function for everyday activities and empower them to live a quality life. Research shows that the more physically fit an individual is before, during and after treatment, the better their outcomes.
The goal of this course is to provide the most up-to-date theoretical information regarding breast cancer and its associated side effects, and to equip movement practitioners with specific Merrithew® programming protocols for supporting patients through all phases of their cancer journey.
Learning objectives
- Review current global facts and figures.
- Define breast cancer.
- Outline the importance of early diagnosis, review detection methods and identify treatments.
- Apply the Merrithew programming protocols for both the pre-operative and post-operative stages.
- Review healing practices to enhance physical and emotional recovery.
Sunday 21 June | 13:00 - 19:30
Location: K'dans, Van Merlenstraat 65c, 2518 TC Den Haag
€349 ( no VAT) - included manual
LEAD Instructor Trainer : Michele Carini ( Ottawa Canada)