April Newsletter

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April News
Aloha Dance and Pilates Addicts,

We have many things going on in the month April!

We are updating our website!

Head to our website and check it out.  Jeff is doing an amazing job at updating it.  New look same great teachers!  Let us know if you have any ideas on how to make the website or studio even better!

Lisa’s Maternity Leave

As you  know, Lisa is going on maternity leave and the other teachers will be subbing her group classes. She will be back to teach again in June.

New Six Week Series Starting April 18th

We also have a new bunch of Six Week Series Classes starting the week of April 18th! See below for class times, descriptions and days. Registration closes the week before classes start so get registered now! All registration is done online through our website – www.UpsideDownPilates.com.

April Drop-In Classes

Okay livingsocial participants you’ve gotten into a groove and your packages have expired, but don’t stop now!  Listed below are the drop-in class days and times.  If you have only tried our drop-in classes it is a good time to pump it up with an introductory solo lesson package or a group six-week series using the fancy equipment!

2011 Comprehensive Teacher Training

Our Comprehensive Teacher Training starts in August 2011!  Exact dates and times will be available in June.  More information below.

Upside-Down Dance takes the stage this November!

Upside-Down Dance will be taking the stage again in November.  We will be participating the the Fringe Festival and performing 2 weeks at the ARTS at Marks Garage.  If you would like to dance please send your resume to- lisa@upsidedowndance.com.  This is a paid opportunity.

Sincerely,
Upside-Down Dance and Pilates

 

Six Week Series Classes
Reformer I 

  • Mon 12:00 pm – 12:55 pm [4/18/11 – 5/23/11] (Audrey)
  • Thu 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm [4/21/11 – 5/26/11] (Audrey)
  • Fri 1:00 pm – 1:55 pm [4/22/11 – 5/27/11] (Nicole)
  • Sat 9:00 am – 9:55 am [4/23/11 – 5/28/11] (Malia)
  • Sat 12:00 pm – 12:55 pm [4/23/11 – 5/28/11] (Audrey)

Reformer II

  • Mon 4:30 pm – 5:25 pm [4/18/11 – 5/23/11] (Audrey)

Reformer II/III

  • Sat 11:00 am – 11:55 am [4/23/11 – 5/28/11] (Malia)

Cadillac I

  • Wed 9:00 am – 9:55 am [4/20/11 – 5/25/11] (Audrey)

Cadillac II/III

  • Tue 6:30 pm – 7:25 pm [4/19/11 – 5/24/11] (Nicole)

 

Cadillac III/IV

  • Tue 5:30 pm – 6:25 pm [4/19/11 – 5/24/11] (Nicole)

 

Chair I

  • Wed 12:00 pm – 12:55 pm [4/20/11 – 5/25/11] (Audrey)

 

Chair III

  • Wed 4:30 pm – 5:25 pm [4/20/11 – 5/25/11] (Audrey)

Groundwork I

  • Mon 6:30 pm – 7:25 pm [4/18/11 – 5/23/11] (Audrey)

Groundwork III/IV

  • Sat 8:00 am – 8:55 am [4/23/11 – 5/28/11] (Audrey)

 

April Drop-In Classes
  • Sunday    2:00 pm      USDP Fundamentals   (Jill)
  • Tuesday  6:30 pm      Balance Ball   (Nicole)
  • Thursday 5:30 pm      Resistance Band  (Audrey)
  • Saturday 10:00 am    Foam Roller Challenge  (Malia)
  • Saturday 11:00 am    Prenatal Pilates  (Audrey)

 

2011 Upside-Down Pilates Comprehensive Teacher Training
The Upside-Down Pilates Comprehensive Teacher Training Program is focused on developing creative and problem solving teachers, who have a strong base in functional anatomy, basic biomechanics, and innovative teaching skills. 

Please email info@upsidedownpilates.comThis e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it for an application and information on the application process.  Application Deadline is Monday July 11th 2011.  Late applications will be accepted until the program is full with qualified applicants. Space is limited!

Beginning August 2011

  • 800 hours
  • $6000 (Payment Installments & Work it off programs available!) (One work study position available)
  • Prerequisite- Pilates Experience, & 15 solo lessons with Lisa Orig (may be done concurrently to Training Program if necessary), Groundwork I, Equipment work I.

Level I- Foundations

  • 12 weeks

Dates to TBA 144 Seminar Hours

  • Includes
  • Experiential Anatomy
  • Basic Biomechanics
  • Postural Analysis
  • Dynamic Movement Assessment
  • Common Injuries & Conditions
  • Pre, Level I, & Level II Pilates based Exercises on Mat, Reformer, Cadillac, Chair, Ladder Barrel, Arc Barrel, Spine Corrector, Ped-o-Pole, and small apparatus!

120 Practical Hours

  • Includes
  • 60 hours observation
  • 30 hours personal practice
  • 30 hours apprentice teaching
  • Total Hours- 264

 

Level II- Strength and Flexibility

8 weeks

Dates to TBA 96 Seminar Hours

  • Includes
  • Effective communication and teaching skills
  • Level III,& Level IV Pilates based Exercises on Mat, Reformer, Cadillac, Chair, Ladder Barrel, Arc Barrel, Spine Corrector, Ped-o-Pole, and small apparatus!

80 Practical Hours

  • Includes
  • 10 hours observation
  • 40 hours personal practice
  • 30 hours apprentice teaching
  • Total Hours- 176

 

Level III- Dancing with Springs

6 weeks

Dates to TBA 72 Seminar Hours

  • Includes
  • The Business of Pilates
  • Programing for Success
  • Level V, & Level VI Pilates based Exercises on Mat, Reformer, Cadillac, Chair, Ladder Barrel, Arc Barrel, Spine Corrector, Ped-o-Pole, and small apparatus!

60 Practical Hours

  • Includes
  • 40 hours personal practice
  • 20 hours apprentice teaching
  • Total Hours- 132

 

Paid Apprenticeship

  • 228 paid apprentice teaching hours must be completed  before taking the practical exam

 

Exam- $250

  • Individually Scheduled Practical Exam
  • Written Exam & Group Performance Exam

Successful completion of the Comprehensive Training Program & Exam will result in Job Opportunities at the Upside-Down Dance and Pilates Studio!