Starting January 2026

Every month we will focus on different subjects. The first weekend of each month we will have our Zoom get togethers, lecture/demos and Case Studies.

The program is a mixture of

• Live Zoom events on the First Weekend of every month

• Access to Ellie’s on-demand complete Pilates Courses in Anatomy, Pilates Mat, Reformer, Springboard, Cadillac and Chair.

• Pilates Retreat in the Catskills August 7-9th.

• Complete pdf set of Ellie’s 6 Manuals (Mat, Reformer, Springboard, Cadillac, Chair, Arc & Barrels)

  All lectures will be videotaped and available for 2 years. All times are Eastern Time. If you live close by you are welcome to do everything in person at Ellie’s Narberth studio!

-First Fridays 5-6pm Happy Hour : AMA (ask me anything); time to bring up any issues you are dealing with and we can problem solve.

-First Saturdays 1-4pm Lecture/Case Study Zoom live lectures deep dive into anatomy and rehabilitation protocols, myofascial release techniques using the roller and pinkie ball, and how to address injuries and special populations using Mat, Props, Pilates Reformer, Springboard, Cadillac, Chair and Arc. Ellie will present a client case study at the end of the session. Students can ask questions during the session.

-First Sundays 1-3pm Demo of Exercises of the Month Ellie will demonstrate the exercises of the month on all the equipment. If you have access to equipment you can workout with her!

Calender and Topics

January: The Core : learn the muscles that make up the core, pelvic floor engagement, breathing techniques how to activate the core in different positions. Learn how to get your clients to engage their core on the mat and with equipment.

Exercises of the Month : Footwork (Reformer, Chair, Push-Thru Bar).

February: Spine and Pelvis: learn the most common spinal conditions and how to work with them. Learn about anterior/posterior pelvic tilt, pelvic rotations and hip hikes, sciatica, SI Joint pain and how to correct through Pilates.

Exercise of the Month: The Cat (Mat, Reformer, Springboard, Cadillac, Chair)

March: (Mat, Barre, Reformer, Springboard) Neck and Upper Back: learn about forward head, kyphosis, common neck conditions and how to correct with props and equipment.

Exercises of the Month: Swan (Mat, Reformer, Springboard, Cadillac, Chair, Arc)

April: Hip: learn the anatomy of the hip and common issues like torn labrum, arthritis, hip replacements and how to approach these problems.

Exercises of the Month: Bridge (Mat, Reformer, Springboard, Cadillac, Chair)

May: Knee: the stupid joint! Stuck between the hip and the ankle, the knee often finds itself twisted. Learn basic knee rehab protocols using the Reformer and theraband. Learn how to release the quads and IT band which can cause chronic knee pain.

Exercises of the Month: The Squat and Lunge (Mat, Barre, Reformer, Springboard, Chair)

June: Shoulder: very common problem especially for woman over 50! Learn the mechanics of the shoulder, the scapular/humeral rythm, how to release the shoulder blade and strengthen the rotator cuff on the reformer and with a theraband for pain free shoulders.

Exercises of the Month: The Plank (Mat, Reformer, Springboard, Chair, Cadillac).

July: Ankle and Foot: learn how to stabilze the ankle. Learn how to release the feet and strengthen the arches.

Exercises of the Month: Roll Ups and Teaser (Mat, Reformer, Springboard, Chair, Cadillac, Arc)

August: Catskills Retreat August 7-9th! Learn Ellie Herman’s Propology: the art and science of props and barre (learn how to teach a functional and challenging barre and props class)

September: Elderly: learn how to craft a class for “Active Agers”.

Exercises of the Month: Focus on Balance; Single Leg Standing, Toe Balance, Gait. Plus Long Box repertoire on Reformer Springboard, and Mat!

October: The Business Of Pilates: How to: open a pilates studio or private practice, be a traveling instructor, market yourself, negotiate pay etc.

Exercises of the Month: Legs in Straps, Short Spine, Long Spine (Mat with Theraband, Reformer, Springboard)

November: Pre and Post Natal. Learn how to modify for preggers and what to focus on after birth. Pre-Natal focus Side Stuff! : Side Planks, Side Legs, Mermaids on all equipment.

Exercises of the Month: Slowburn Reformer: learn to use the Reformer like a Megareformer using a light spring.

December: Putting it all together; How to craft a Mixed Level Class on Reformer and Springboard, how to craft a program for private clients.

Exercises of the Month: New Springboard Repertoire!

Case Studies: Watch Ellie assess a client and see how she crafts a program. Ellie believes case studies are the key to understanding how to develop your eye as an instructor when assessing a client. Each client has individual postural issues and past injuries. Through the case studies Ellie will let you in to her thought process and suggest corrective exercises using mat, props and equipment. Each lecture will end with a case study relevant to the lecture (ie a person with a shoulder problem for the shoulder month). Students will follow up with a Pilates program for that client using all the different pieces of Pilates equipment to address the client’s issue

Private Zoom Meetings with Ellie where you will present your case studies and receive feedback on your teaching and programming. These private sessions are also a time to ask Ellie her opinion about anything Pilates related.

Final Project

Client Case Studies: Students will write 3 Case Studies of your clients who have an injury or condition. You will research the topic and come up with an 8-week program for them. 1 Case Study will be shared with the group at the end of the year. Ellie will review them all and give feedback during the private Zoom sessions.

Intensive Weekend in the Catskills

August 7-9,  2026

Join Ellie at her 40 acre property with a lake in Yulan NY for an unforgettable weekend.

9 hours training in Ellie Herman’s Propology, the art and science of Props and Barre. Also Springboard Classes!

Fireside chat, hikes, a local farmers market outing and dinner together!

If you can’t make these dates other retreats will be open to Master Students!

Click here for details about Ellie’s retreats.

Cost: $6900

Non-refundable $200 deposit to reserve your spot. Tuition due in full by December 1st 2025. Email Ellie about payment plans and scholarships.

Early Bird Pricing: $200 off if you pay in full by October 1st.

Breakdown of Hours and What you’re paying for:

PDFs of Ellie’s 6 Manuals ($300 value)

12 Happy Hours , 60 Lecture/Case Study, ($3300 Value ) Total 66 Hours

Weekend Retreat ($975 Value) 9 In-person Training hours at the Retreat, 2 hr Fireside chat, 2 night stay, dinner and outings.

3 Private Zoom Meetings ($450 Value)

Homework:

Online Mat and Equipment Courses ($1900 Value): : 60 hours Total

Case Studies: 21 hours Total (1 hour/month plus approx 3 hours each for final Case Study Presentation)