Ball short course
Up the ante of your classes with highly effective and dynamic exercises using the Pilates ball.
Whether it is beneath the heels, between the thighs, under the shoulders or anywhere in between, there is no question that the Pilates ball packs a punch. Despite its small size, the benefits it delivers to clients in Pilates and barre classes are immense, and can take your teaching to the next level of enjoyment, challenge and effectiveness.
Learning to use the Pilates ball to its maximum capability can be the difference between a good class and an unforgettable one, and that is precisely what you will learn with this short course.
You will enhance your teaching and your career by:
- Boosting class variety and engagement through creative, dynamic movements with the Pilates ball to keep your classes fresh, exciting and progressive.
- Enhancing clients results by targeting, posture, toning, and movement control for a well-rounded, challenging workout.
- Teaching with confidence, supported by alignment tips, modifications, and teaching drills to adapt exercises for clients of all levels.
- Expanding your repertoire for warm-ups, upper body, lower body, and core exercises that make use of the Pilates ball.
- Delivering seamless, impactful classes that see you sequencing ball exercises effectively for smooth, engaging sessions.
You will receive:
- Training on how to include the Pilates ball in your classes so you can add variety, spice, and coordination. Each exercise is broken down in a video and is accompanied with teaching instructions, alignment tips, and modifications.
- Two full-length classes showcasing how to sequence the ball in a creative way.
- Instructions on how to incorporate the ball into warm-ups, upper body, lower body and core sequences, as well as throughout your classes.
- Teaching drills to get you started straight away.
- Access to a community of like-minded trainees from every corner of the world.
- Support from Barre Body’s expert training team, on-hand and available to answer your questions and support your journey.
- A certificate to add to your toolkit!
Start incorporating highly effective, dynamic elements into your classes with a Pilates Ball course today.
Your Instructor
Originally from South Africa, Gabrielle came to Australia to pursue full-time studies in classical ballet. She then completed a BA Degree in Arts at the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA) majoring in contemporary dance, which has lead her to work with local and international artists.
Gabrielle has also completed her Personal Training and STOTT Pilates qualifications as well as her 200 hour Yoga qualification with InYoga. Her classes and training programs draw upon these disciplines making the content diverse and beautifully considered.
As a member of Barre Body’s original teaching team, Gabrielle has had years of refining her own teaching style and truly immersing herself in the barre method of exercise. With a deep passion for uncovering new techniques and modifications to offer truly exceptional, safe and dynamic classes, Gabrielle has effectively mentored our Sydney Barre Body teaching team and has facilitated Barre Body's teacher training program in Sydney, Melbourne, Byron Bay, Perth and Bali.
As a member of Barre Body’s original teaching team, Gabrielle has had years of refining her own teaching style and truly immersing herself in the barre method of exercise. With a deep passion for uncovering new techniques and modifications to offer truly exceptional, safe and dynamic classes, Gabrielle has effectively mentored our Sydney Barre Body teaching team and has facilitated Barre Body's teacher training program in Sydney, Melbourne, Byron Bay, Perth and Bali.
Course Curriculum
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Warming-up with the ball
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StartMid-back series with the ball (1:37)
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StartPush-ups with the ball (2:37)
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StartTricep dips with the ball (1:39)
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StartChest press with the ball (0:41)
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StartBack extension with the ball (1:07)
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StartBack extension and mid-back series with the ball (1:17)
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StartMid-back sequence: 01 (2:39)
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StartBack extension sequence: 01 (1:54)
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StartCreate your own sequence
Frequently Asked Questions
When does the course start and finish?
The course starts now and never ends! It is a completely self-paced online course - you decide when you start and when you finish.
How long do I have access to the course?
How does lifetime access sound? After enrolling, you have unlimited access to this course for as long as you like - across any and all devices you own.
What if I am unhappy with the course?
We would never want you to be unhappy! If you are unsatisfied with your purchase, contact us in the first 30 days and we will give you a full refund.