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Body Conditioning Keeps White Cloud a Step Ahead
The latest addition to the White Cloud
repertoire of innovative technique comes by way of Julian
Littleford of J.L. Body Conditioning. Littleford, who as
a principal dancer with the Martha Graham Dance Company
for eight years, began his body conditioning training in
London. He co-founded the Physical Mind Institute in Santa
Fe, New Mexico, and finally opened his own studio in southern
California in 1990. He has been recognized for his knowledge
and understanding of the body and unique approach to exercise
by national magazines such as Elle and by many health journals.
Among his enthusiasts are Mikhail Baryshnikov himself, as
well as diet guru Jenny Craig and bestselling author Louise
Hay.
The J.L. program is a hybrid of Julian’s own training
and the theories of the late Joseph Pilates. His unique
system supports White Cloud’s focus on creating long,
lean flexible muscles while improving posture and correcting
alignment. The methods are safe for those with injuries
such as lower back pain and for pre and post surgery clients.
Building muscle strength can often correct injuries and
restore greater mobility without jarring the body. Julian
believes in preserving the uniqueness and integrity of individual
bodies rather than forcing a conventional and often unrealistic
ideal. He works the body as a total unit to address proper
alignment and to promote overall well-being. His ideas have
provided a new dimension to the White Cloud classes.
White Cloud will continue to bring the latest from the West
Coast to Cleveland. White Cloud Studios puts Cleveland at
the forefront of the Pilates community
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| WE RECOMMEND: SURVIVAL SKILLS FOR PILATES TEACHERS |
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“ Survival
Skills for Pilates Teachers: Thriving in the Mind-Body
Fitness World”
Nicola Conraths-Lange
ISBN: 0-9755069-1-9
$ 24.95 To Order: www.logokinesis.com |
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The first book explicitly written for Pilates
teachers and body-mind professionals has finally arrived!
Nicola Conraths-Lange, on the faculty for Dance and Pilates at Wayne State
University and a STOTT™ Pilates teacher, 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 hand’s on book that tackles all those issues we are passionate
about:
Where is Pilates going in the 21st century?
What do we really want from our Pilates career?
How can we make our teaching more ergonomic?
How can we better handle “memorable” clients?
How do we juggle the challenge of being a helper/healer/cashier?
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 life philos ophies and
approach to the work of Joseph Pilates.
About this book:
" 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 her wit, makes for a great read." Brent
D. Anderson, P.T., O.C.S.
“ We all need Survival Skills! I applaud Niki’s
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 teachers - but for humankind.” Rael
Isacowitz. Founder and Director, 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 Pilates & Beyond
“ 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 The Center for Women’s
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 & Trainer, Hamburg, Germany
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
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