Pilates Guru Clare Dunphy Hemani in Stockholm Sweden
Saturday March 16 & Sunday March 17
Registration: Send mail to: pilatesintel@gmail.com
Saturday. 10:00-1:00 PM Finding a Deeper Meaning and Rhythm in the Mat
Discover the art of controlled movement in our immersive mat exercise workshop. Explore hidden intricacies within exercises and your body. Focus on seamless transitions and collaborative partner work to enhance understanding. Our guiding principle: balancing freedom in movement with precise control.
Uncover principles like control vs. over-control, relaxation vs. collapse, and engagement vs. tension. Explore the harmony of opposing forces and discard outdated ideas to reveal profound truths about your body.
Address essential questions like discovering opposition and the two-way stretch. Explore intricate body connections, such as the interplay between inner thighs, deep lower abdominals, and buttocks, revealing your body’s potential. Join our transformative workshop for a deeper understanding of yourself and your practice.
Saturday. 2:00 PM – 5:00 Elevate Your Pilates Journey: Unveiling the Art of Self-Massage
Building upon our previous workshop, “Finding a Deeper Meaning and Rhythm in the Mat,” join us on a transformative journey promising ‘aha’ moments and refreshing internal showers. Embrace the essence of Pilates: precise movement fused with alignment to mend and revitalize the body.
In this immersive workshop, we’ll utilize the mat, Pilates circles, hand weights, and barrels to intensify Romana’s enchanting connections, unlocking freedom of movement. Discover how new solutions dissolve persistent holding patterns, fostering newfound flexibility and strength.
Bring your mind-body connection, intelligence, intuition, and imagination into practice. Challenge yourself with unwavering commitment and passion. Join us as we delve deeper into the art of Pilates, a self-massage that rejuvenates body and spirit, elevating your practice and harmony with yourself.
Sunday 10:00-11:00. Pilates Mat Class with Emphasis on Pilates as a Massage
Sunday 11:15 – 1:30 Unraveling Joe’s Heart and Soul of Reformer: A Journey into the Why
Dive deep into the essence of Pilates with our workshop, “Heart and Soul of Reformer,” as we explore a selection of exercises cherished by Clare and Romana, which they affectionately referred to as “Joe’s Heart and Soul of Reformer.” These exercises hold a special place in the Pilates tradition and include:
- Footwork
- Hundred
- Short Spine Massage (*not included initially but added for this workshop)
- Frog and Leg Circles
- Stomach Massage Series
- Short Box Series
- Elephant
- Knee Stretch Series
- Running
- Pelvic Lift
But the question that naturally arises is, why these exercises? Why do they occupy such a central role in the Pilates repertoire?
As we journey through this workshop, we will uncover the profound wisdom behind Joe Pilates’ approach. In Joe’s eyes, every individual, regardless of their level of expertise, started as a beginner. Thus, he believed in providing the same set of exercises tailored to address each practitioner’s unique needs and challenges. The brilliance of these exercises lies in their adaptability; they provide the necessary lessons precisely when the body requires them, emphasizing different aspects for every practitioner.
These exercises were not randomly chosen; they were carefully selected to pinpoint the areas where the body needs to work and evolve. Change, as we know, occurs through movement, and movement has the power to heal. While we may naturally resist change, it is in these transformative moments, when we unlock the secrets of challenging movement, that everything falls into place. The “aha” moments, where the light bulb suddenly flickers to life, bring a profound sense of clarity and understanding.
Sunday 2:15-5 PM The Pilates Funhouse: A Grand Finale to Your Workshop Weekend
One of the keys to unlocking the fun is exploring the same exercise, or aspects of it, using various apparatus. Our bodies are incredibly adaptable, and they learn precisely what they need when faced with different emphases. During this workshop, Clare will share her insights on addressing those subtle “little issues” or blockages that may have surfaced during your Pilates journey. We’ll delve into integrating reformers, chairs, barrels, towers, and smaller equipment seamlessly to create a holistic and transformative practice.
Our journey begins with a keen observation of the weak points revealed in your primary mat or reformer workouts. Armed with this knowledge, we strategically select exercises that target these areas, providing a tailored approach to your practice. As we progress, we’ll hone our critical thinking skills and develop strategies to both see and feel ongoing improvements.
Regardless of age or fitness level, the Pilates System offers an ever-present challenge when working with the full range of apparatus. “The Pilates Funhouse” invites you to embrace this challenge, exploring the limitless possibilities within the Pilates method. You’ll discover a deeper connection to your body as we navigate this funhouse of Pilates apparatus.
Clare Dunphy Hemani
My roots in the field of human movement began at Northeastern University in 1980 where I studied Exercise Science, continuing my education with certifications from PMA, ACE, and Romana Kryzanowska. I began my Pilates studies under Romana Kryzanowska in 1995 and continue my studies with master teachers to this day. I present on Pilatesology.com and PilatesAnytime.com, and host two free video channels on Vimeo.com for students and teachers. From 2001-2013 as co-author of the Peak Pilates Comprehensive Education Program, I mentored scores of teachers and teacher trainers, which opened my eyes to the value and need to coach the next generation of teachers. I’m committed to preserving the authenticity and tradition of The Pilates Method of Body Conditioning, and to creating learning environments that are refreshing, energetic and supportive. I’m the founder of Pilates Avatar®, a comprehensive audio program designed for practitioners of all levels to help them gain greater ownership of their practice. I also teach The Advanced Teacher’s Seminar, an annual Master’s Program. My gift is my willingness to share knowledge generously and explain concepts with clarity. My mission is simple: Get more people doing Pilates!