Pilates Under Scrutiny: How Mbodies is Raising the Bar on Safety
A series of high‑profile legal cases has put Pilates studio safety under the spotlight. This article explores why incidents are happening, the gaps in industry‑wide health and safety knowledge, and how Mbodies Training Academy is responding with strengthened guidelines, mandatory safety education, and free access to its Studio Health and Safety course.
Political Movements within Pilates: Fitness Pilates
Fitness Pilates emerges as a distinctly modern interpretation within the Contemporary Pilates landscape, prioritising general fitness outcomes while maintaining a more relaxed adherence to the traditional Pilates principles. This movement reflects the evolving desires of the contemporary fitness community, seeking to blend the foundational aspects of Pilates with broader fitness goals. Fitness Pilates, in essence, offers a gateway to the discipline for those more accustomed to the dynamic pace of modern exercise trends, making Pilates accessible to a wider audience. Sadly, many Schools teaching fitness Pilates have never gained an understanding of ‘The method’ and see Pilates as Repertoire only and not a distinct ‘mind-body’ deeper approach.
Political Movements within Pilates: Contemporary Pilates
Contemporary Pilates represents a progressive branch of the Pilates discipline, characterised by its integration of modern exercise science with the core principles established by Joseph Pilates. This movement is a testament to the adaptability and resilience of Pilates, demonstrating how traditional methods can evolve to meet the demands of modern practitioners.
Political Movements within Pilates: The Classical Movement
The Classical Movement within Pilates represents a branch of the discipline that seeks to adhere closely to Joseph Pilates' original work, with minimal modifications to the actual repertoire. While it respects the integrity of the original exercises, it adopts a more relaxed stance regarding the apparatus design and the environment in which Pilates is practiced.
Political Movements within Pilates : Historical Classical
The Historical Classical Movement within Pilates represents a faction dedicated to preserving the original repertoire and principles as established by Joseph Pilates. This movement is rooted deeply in the belief that the essence and effectiveness of Pilates lie in its authenticity and adherence to the methods and philosophies Joseph Pilates developed during his lifetime.
Strengthen your Pilates Apparatus Studio with In-House Teacher Training
With demand for Reformer and apparatus‑trained instructors rising faster than the industry can supply, in‑house teacher training has become a powerful strategy for Pilates studios. This article explores how Mbodies’ hybrid CPD model enables studios to train their own staff, attract new local instructors, reduce costs, and expand into specialist areas such as women’s wellness and post‑cancer rehabilitation — all while maintaining insurance‑recognised standards.
Bridging the Gap: Enhancing UK Level 3 Pilates Training to Meet Modern Client Needs
Level 3 Pilates Matwork training in the UK equips instructors with basic skills, but modern clients increasingly require deeper knowledge, condition‑specific adaptations, and confident one‑to‑one support. This article explores the widening gap between qualification and real‑world expectations — and highlights how specialised CPD, particularly in areas like menopause, low bone density, pelvic health, and post‑cancer rehabilitation, can transform instructor competence and client outcomes.
Optimising Pricing Strategy and Structure in Pilates Studios for Sustained Success
In the world of Pilates studios, the art of pricing goes beyond merely setting the right figures. It encompasses a strategic blend of pricing strategy and style that aligns with business goals and client commitment.
Client Management, Conversion Rates, and Churn: Key Differentiators in Pilates Studio Success
Effective client management, high conversion rates, and low churn are vital metrics that set apart successful Pilates studios from their less successful counterparts. These factors are crucial in determining a studio's profitability and long-term sustainability.
Staff Training and Development: The Core of Pilates Studio Success
In the realm of Pilates studios, staff training and development are more than just periodic workshops or certification courses. They are integral components that significantly impact customer satisfaction, retention, and overall studio profitability.
Owner Engagement in Pilates Studios: A Tale of Two Approaches
I focus here on owner engagement and its importance in developing a profitable Pilates studio.
The Vital Role of Marketing and Location Research in Pilates Studio Success
The Vital Role of Marketing and Location Research in Pilates Studio Success
The Art of Space Optimisation in Pilates Studios: A Financial Imperative
Space management and its importance in developing a profitable Pilates studio.
Lease Management in Pilates Studios: Aligning with Your Business Plan for Optimal Success
Drawing from my 20 years of experience in owning, running, and consulting for Pilates studios, I focus here on lease management and its importance in developing a profitable Pilates studio.
Mastering Strategic Financial Management in Pilates Studios: Navigating Towards Profitability
Mastering Strategic Financial Management in Pilates Studios: Navigating Towards Profitability
Choosing the Right Business Structure for Pilates Studios: Lessons from COVID-19 and Beyond
Strategic Financial Management in Pilates Studios: The Profitable vs. The Less Profitable
What makes a Pilates studio truly profitable. Drawing from my 20 years of experience in owning, running, and consulting for Pilates studios, I focus here on Strategic financial management and its importance in developing a profitable Pilates studio.
The Ten Key Factors That Determine the Profitability of a Pilates Reformer Studio
Welcome to our special series on what makes a Pilates reformer or apparatus based studio truly profitable.
Pilates Studios: Aligning with Global Fitness Trends Beyond 2023
I recently wrote a blog titled "Global Fitness Trends in 2023", highlighting various growth areas in exercise and lifestyle. In this blog, I'll refer back to those trends and the headline titles used to describe them in that Blog, and explore here for each headline how Pilates Studio owners might adapt their classes or studio culture to meet the wider fitness public's needs.
Global Fitness Trends in 2023: Adapting to a Post-Pandemic World
Like most years 2023 has seen fast growth in some areas and severe decline in others - here I look back at some of the trends moving one way or another.