STOTT PILATES® VIRTUAL & IN-PERSON WORKSHOPS
Workshop Training Options
Group workshops: Join an in-person or online live workshop as scheduled below.
Private workshops: One-on-One workshop training from an extensive list of workshop topics.
Private custom training: ‘Custom Repertoire Review Sessions’. Have you completed a STOTT PILATES®, Total Barre® or Merrithew® Fascial Movement Course already and do you have areas you would like to review? These Custom Repertoire Review sessions could be a review of your Postural Analysis skills, an Exam Review or catch up on missed group course time. Email your personalised requested and we can tailor a customised Instructor Training session especially for you!
June 2025 Workshop Schedule
Wednesday 11 June 2025 | STOTT PILATES® Postural Analysis Review 2hr Workshop | Live Online
Live Online via Zoom | 12.30pm-2.30pm | $185 including comprehensive workshop notes & GST.
This hands-on workshop, developed by the Merrithew® team, outlines the importance of postural analysis in programming STOTT PILATES® workouts. Discuss the differences between static and dynamic posture and consider how each affects exercise choices and modifications necessary. Review postural theory relating to the effect of certain postures on muscle length and strength and actively practice postural analysis.
Learn MORE and/or SIGN UP HERE for the Postural Analysis Workshop 💥
August 2025 Workshop Schedule
1. Saturday 23 August 2025 | STOTT PILATES® The Knee: Reformer Programming for Stability & Function 2hr Workshop | In-person @ Christchurch Welder Urban Oasis
Be Pilates @ Christchurch, Welder Urban Oasis | 9.00am-11.00am | $185 including comprehensive workshop notes & GST.
The knee is a complex structure that can experience any number of injuries or conditions that interrupt normal functioning. This lecture/demo-style workshop, developed by the Merrithew® team, begins by exploring the anatomy and biomechanics involved in the normal, healthy functioning of the knee, followed by a discussion of some of the more common dysfunctions caused by injury or disease. Lastly, learn a variety of exercise progressions using the Pilates Reformer and accessories designed to be implemented in a post-rehabilitative setting to rebuild normal muscle action and movement patterning. Designed to prepare the body for specific activities and enhance performance, these exercises can challenge and promote optimal functioning.
Learn MORE and/or SIGN UP HERE for the The Knee Workshop 💥
2. Saturday 23 August 2025 | STOTT PILATES® Lumbo-Pelvic Region: Reformer Programming for Stability & Function 2hr Workshop | In-person @ Christchurch Welder Urban Oasis
Be Pilates @ Christchurch, Welder Urban Oasis | 11.30am-1.30pm | $185 including comprehensive workshop notes & GST.
The lumbo-pelvic region is an area of concern for a large number of clients. In this lecture/demo-style workshop, developed by the Merrithew® team, explore how the Reformer can be an integral tool in a post-rehab setting. After reviewing the anatomy, biomechanics and optimal functioning of the lumbar spine, pelvis, hip and surrounding musculature, discuss some of the more common injuries and conditions that can occur and the resulting dysfunction. Then, learn a wide variety of exercise options utilizing the Reformer and many of its accessories and how to identify better movement patterns and muscular activation. Explore how modifications can provide ideal programming choices for various stages of healing and functional reintegration.
Learn MORE and/or SIGN UP HERE for the Lumbo-Pelvic Workshop 💥
3. Sunday 24 August 2025 | STOTT PILATES® The Shoulder Girdle: Reformer Programming for Stability & Function 2hr Workshop | In-person @ Christchurch Welder Urban Oasis
Be Pilates @ Christchurch, Welder Urban Oasis | 9.00am-11.00am | $185 including comprehensive workshop notes & GST.
The shoulder girdle is a complex structure that is subjected to stresses in everyday life and even more stress during extreme activities. In this lecture/demo-style workshop developed by the Merrithew® team, discover how Pilates programming on the Reformer can be ideal in a post-rehabilitative setting. First, explore the anatomy and biomechanics involved in the normal, healthy functioning of the shoulder girdle, then, discuss common abnormal or dysfunctional movement patterns that can result from injury or strain. Finally, learn how specially selected exercises on the Reformer can address these issues by creating awareness, stability and strength. Exercises are layered to restore functional mobility, then progress to work-hardening activities and performance enhancement.
Learn MORE and/or SIGN UP HERE for the Shoulder Girdle Workshop 💥
4. Sunday 24 August 2025 | STOTT PILATES® Prenatal Pilates on the Reformer 2hr Workshop | In-person @ Christchurch Welder Urban Oasis
Be Pilates @ Christchurch, Welder Urban Oasis | 11.30am-1.30pm | $185 including comprehensive workshop notes & GST.
Learn the benefits of taking moms-to-be from traditional Matwork variations to select exercise modifications on the Reformer in this workshop, developed by the Merrithew® team. Using current exercise guidelines provided by the ACOG and bearing in mind common anatomical and physiological changes, appropriate STOTT PILATES® exercise adaptations are explored using the Reformer in innovative and beneficial ways. Workout safety and effectiveness remain paramount and the client’s risk factors, pre-pregnancy fitness level, health concerns and fitness goals are to be taken in to account when creating new and ongoing programs.
Learn MORE and/or SIGN UP HERE for the Prenatal Pilates Reformer Workshop 💥
5. Don’t miss a beat! Sign up for the STOTT PILATES® 4 x Rehab Workshop Weekend in Christchurch on 23-24 August 2025 and receive a $75 discount.
Includes attendance on:
STOTT PILATES® The Knee: Reformer Programming for Stability & Function 2hr Workshop
STOTT PILATES® Lumbo-Pelvic Region: Reformer Programming for Stability & Function 2hr Workshop
STOTT PILATES® The Shoulder Girdle: Reformer Programming for Stability & Function 2hr Workshop
STOTT PILATES® Prenatal Pilates on the Reformer 2hr Workshop
YES PLEASE! SIGN ME UP FOR THE WORKSHOP WEEKEND PROMOTIONAL PRICE! 💥
Attendance
In-person + Live via zoom workshop group attendance will be restricted up to 18 participants only.
There is no pre-requisites to attend these workshops, all participants are welcome!
Price:
STOTT PILATES® 2hr workshops: NZ$185. Includes comprehensive workshop notes + GST.
STOTT PILATES® 3hr workshops: NZ$245. Includes comprehensive workshop notes + GST.
STOTT PILATES® 4hr workshops: NZ$345. Includes comprehensive workshop notes + GST.
CECs:
Full Merrithew continued education credits will be offered for STOTT PILATES® workshops. Excellent method of receiving your yearly professional development credits, without additional travel expenses. All training will be registered with Merrithew® and a letter of completion will be sent to you directly from Merrithew® Head Office. In order to receive full credit of participation, students must complete and physically participate in the full online workshop and adhere to the Merrithew® policies & procedures.
Equipment & Workshop Notes
For online training, students must have the correct props in order to take the workshop, (e.g. have a Flex-Band to attend the Flex-Band workshop).
Props will be supplied for in-person training.
We will send you exclusive digital PDF workshop notes prior to the workshop starting for online training. In-person training will offer printed workshop notes at the start of each workshop.
Testimonials
““Thanks for your awesome workshop. I feel so much more confident in regards to working with Pre-natal clients - excellent content and delivery”
“I found this workshop to be highly informative and practical. The content was well-structured, especially appreciated starting with a little bit of theory and then the wide variety of exercises and modifications that can be applied when working with clients experiencing back pain. I really enjoyed the workshop! Thank you Sharon!”
“This workshop was incredible. It was delivered in a way that was appropriate for every level of practitioner. Great variations offered, superb demonstrations, highly skilled use of props. From an Instructor that came from a place of back pain and continues to attract back care clients this really was the ultimate workshop. Thank you so much! ”
“The workshop was well presented with excellent audio-visual. I found it a really useful workshop as the content reminded me of how versatile the ‘core’ Pilates exercises are and prompted me to think about integrating more matwork into my Studio classes as a lot of the work, particularly the standing work, was very functional and important for my client base. I would estimate at least 25% of my participants are diagnosed with Osteopenia or Osteoporosis, so very useful content ”
“This session was very informative and well taught. I appreciate the cues Sharon offered, specifically her advice about the use of imagery. The pace of the class was great; we got through the exercises in the allocated time and still had enough time for Sharon to provide suggestions and adaptations for the various moves”
“Very useful content to add variety and focus on strength with good form to sessions with current clients. Simple (not too complex) sequences which feel good and reward with a good amount of burn. ”