Sydney WoRKSHOPS • July 2026
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A practical workshop series for Pilates instructors wanting to improve their cueing, class flow, programming, confidence, and hands-on teaching skills.
Designed for real-world teaching application, each workshop provides strategies you can immediately use in your own classes.
Attend a single workshop or join multiple sessions and save with multi-workshop discounts.
📍 Sydney, Australia
💻 Virtual attendance available for selected workshops
🎓 Suitable for certified Pilates instructors and instructors currently completing their certification
Multi-Workshop Discounts
Automatic discounts are applied at checkout when booking multiple workshops.
The more workshops you attend, the more you save:
2 Workshops → Save $9.50 per ticket
3 Workshops → Save $19.33 per ticket
4 Workshops → Save $29.25 per ticket
Attend the full series and receive over $100 in savings.
Advanced Reformer: Teaching Beyond the Basics
📅 Saturday 4th July 2026
⏰ 2:30 PM – 6:00 PM
⏱️ 3.5 Hours
A practical workshop for certified Pilates instructors wanting to confidently teach advanced Reformer exercises in modern group environments.
Topics include:
• Advanced exercises and progressions
• Technical teaching strategies
• Exercise preparation and prerequisites
• Common mistakes and troubleshooting
• Modifications and regressions
• Teaching advanced exercises safely and effectively
This workshop is designed to help instructors bridge the gap between intermediate and advanced programming while maintaining accessibility and client success.
Layering & Cueing for Reformer
The Chrisen Method
📅 Sunday 5th July 2026
⏰ 1:30 PM – 5:00 PM
⏱️ 3.5 Hours
Most instructors don’t need more exercises.
They need a better system.
This is one of Chrisen’s signature workshops, focused on helping instructors sound more professional, improve communication skills, and confidently manage mixed-level classes.
Built from over 20,000 Pilates classes taught, this workshop breaks down the framework used to create classes that feel clear, structured, intentional, and professional.
Topics include:
• Cueing structure and communication systems
• Layering exercises from regressions to progressions
• Managing multiple levels in the same class
• Making better decisions on the fly
• Reducing over-cueing and information overload
• Teaching with greater confidence
• Creating classes that feel structured and professional
• Improving class flow and client experience
You’ll leave with:
• A reliable framework for teaching mixed-level classes
• More confidence making decisions in real time
• Clear cueing systems that improve communication
• Practical tools you can apply immediately in your own classes
Ideal for instructors wanting to create more polished, professional, and effective classes without constantly second-guessing themselves.
Tactile Cueing FOR MAT: The Art of Hands-On Teaching
📅 Saturday 11th July 2026
⏰ 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
⏱️ 3 Hours
A practical workshop exploring how touch can be used to improve movement understanding, body awareness, and teaching effectiveness.
Topics include:
• When to use tactile cueing
• Consent and professional boundaries
• Practical tactile cueing strategies
• Common mistakes instructors make
• Building confidence using touch
• Hands-on applications for Pilates exercises
This workshop is highly practical and includes live demonstrations and partner work throughout the session.
Mat Pilates Flow & Transitions
📅 Sunday 12th July 2026
⏰ 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
⏱️ 3 Hours
One of the biggest differences between an average Mat class and an exceptional Mat class is flow.
This workshop explores sequencing, transitions, class structure, and programming strategies that help create smoother, more engaging classes.
Topics include:
• Programming principles for Mat Pilates
• Creating seamless transitions
• Managing class energy and pacing
• Building effective progressions
• Layering exercises and movement options
• Keeping clients engaged throughout class
Perfect for instructors wanting to create classes that feel professional, polished, and purposeful.
About Chrisen
Chrisen is a Pilates educator with a BSc in Anatomy and over 16 years of experience in the Pilates industry.
Having taught more than 20,000 classes and trained over 500 Pilates instructors across multiple countries, Chrisen is known for making complex concepts practical, accessible, and immediately applicable in real-world teaching environments.
A presenter at industry events and international Pilates education conferences, Chrisen specialises in helping instructors develop stronger cueing, programming, class flow, confidence, and teaching skills.
His approach combines traditional Pilates principles with evidence-based movement science, equipping instructors with practical tools to teach a wide range of clients and settings with greater confidence and clarity.
His goal is to help instructors stand out in a competitive industry, become highly sought-after teachers, and build long, rewarding, and in-demand careers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to attend all workshops?
No. Each workshop can be attended individually. However, many instructors choose to attend multiple workshops to maximise their learning and take advantage of the multi-workshop discounts.
Will I receive a discount if I book multiple workshops?
Yes.
Automatic discounts are applied at checkout when booking multiple workshops as part of the Sydney Instructor Development Series.
2 Workshops → Save $9.50 per ticket
3 Workshops → Save $19.33 per ticket
4 Workshops → Save $29.25 per ticket
The full workshop series works out to less than $150 per workshop and provides the greatest overall saving.
No discount codes are required. Simply add your selected workshops to your booking and the discount will be applied automatically at checkout.
Are these workshops suitable for newly qualified instructors?
Yes. The workshops are suitable for both newly qualified and experienced instructors.
Can I attend virtually?
Virtual attendance is available for selected workshops. Please refer to the individual workshop pages for availability.
Where are the workshops held?
4th (Advanced Reformer) & 5th July (Layering) is held at Pilates On King, Newtown
11th July (Mat Pilates Tactile) is held at Yoga Loft, Surry Hills
12th July (Flow & Transitions) is held at Krama Yoga, Newtown
Do I need to bring anything?
Comfortable clothing, a notebook, and a willingness to learn.