Thriving in the Mind Body Fitness World
The first book explicitly written for Pilates teachers and mind-body professionals has finally arrived! Nicola Conraths-Lange, on the faculty for dance and Pilates at Wayne State University, has spent over two years investigating teaching techniques and interviewing studio owners and top educators all over the United States and Europe. The result is a hands-on book that tackles all those issues we are passionate about:
- Where is the Pilates community headed in the 21st century?
- How can we make our teaching more ergonomic?
- How can we better handle "memorable" clients?
- How do we juggle the challenge of being helper/healer/cashier?
- Do you still "do it"? Read about the Sex-Rehabilitation-for-Bodyworkers Plan, and try it with your loved one!
The book is packed with information, humor, and advice from the industry's top educators: Brent Anderson, Kevin Bowen, Rael Isacowitz, Elizabeth Larkam, Moira and Lindsay Merrithew, and Lynne Robinson share their live philosopies and approaches to wthe work of Joseph Pilates.
"Across the world of Pilates you can almost hear the collective sigh of relief. At last a book which tackles not whether you should zip or draw navel to spine, pelvic floor or no pelvic floor, turned in or turned out, but rather how to survive teaching Pilates! Teachers can now share the experience of other teachers and appreciate that they are not alone. I believe this book will also be relevant to other health and fitness practitioners. Well done Niki, I will be first in the queue to order my copy.”
Lynne Robinson, Director of Body Control Pilates, UK
"Niki's book goes beyond the practice of bodywork and looks deep into the practitioner, uncovering many truths. This book's ability to heighten the practitioner's awareness, mixed with Nikiês wit, makes for a great read."
Brent D. Anderson, P.T., O.C.S., CEO of Polestar Education
" We all need Survival Skills! I applaud Nikiês brave and ground-breaking endeavor to take on this monumental task. As a global community moving into the millennium we need to adapt to a new world order. At the same time we must embrace and preserve the legacy of Joseph Pilates and the gift of his work, despite the immensely different environment in which we are surviving. This book serves as a guiding light for students and teachers of Pilates and mind-body fitness in general. The key to the survival and perpetuation of Pilates, with the integrity it was intended, is cooperation and collaboration. This is the essence of survival not only for teachersãbut for humankind.”
Rael Isacowitz, Founder and Director of Body Arts and Science International
" Niki Conraths' book is suffused with her enthusiasm for the art of teaching Pilates. Instructors will find a compassionate advocate in –Survival Skills for Pilates Teachers: Thriving in the Mind-Body Fitness World.”
Elizabeth Larkam, Director of Pilates & Beyond
" Survival Skills for Pilates Teachers offers a wealth of insight into the art & science of teaching Pilates.”
Lindsay and Moira Merrithew, Co-founders of Stott Pilates
" Whichever way you choose to use this book, USE IT. Let it become the bible in the midst of your Pilates books. Buy copies for friends and family. This book must be read! Thank you Niki for writing it.”
Carolyne Anthony, Director of The Center for Womenês Fitness
" Niki has a unique way of training and communicating. She is a true global ambassador for Pilates. The infectious enthusiasm which I experienced as her client can be found in every page of this book. Enjoy it!”
John Sealey, Communication Coach and Trainer
"We can only guide people on their journey as far and as deep as we ourselves have traveled. This book is an essential resource for any body mind practitioner who is serious about the growth and embodiment of their profession. This book challenges our beliefs, boundaries and sense of community within our professions and share the "How's" of the journey.”
Khita Whyatt, Director of Core Grace Pilates
Buy Survival Skills for Pilates Teachers
$24.95
ISBN: 0975506919
