Pilates Arc / Step Barrel Workshop
This workshop explores the Pilates Arc, also known as the Step Barrel, as a versatile tool for spinal mobility, core activation, and movement awareness. Participants will learn classical and contemporary exercises that use the curved surface to support spinal articulation, extension, lateral flexion, and controlled strengthening.
The workshop covers how to use the Arc as both a supportive and a challenging tool, with clear guidance on alignment, safe progressions, and effective cueing. Participants will also learn how to integrate the Arc into mat classes and apparatus-based sessions.
Open to fitness professionals and students – no prerequisites. Taken together with the High Barrel, the total is 20 hours. Available in-person and in hybrid format.
What the course covers:
- Classical and contemporary Arc exercises
- Spinal articulation, extension, and lateral flexion on the Arc
- Core activation and controlled strengthening work
- Safe progressions and alignment principles
- Cueing strategies for effective teaching
- Integrating the Arc into mat and apparatus-based classes
Course structure:
- Summarizing questions completed online
- Commonly taken together with the High Barrel workshop, both total 20 hours
- Certificate awarded upon successful completion
FAQ
Q: Is there a Pilates Arc workshop for teachers?
A: Yes. Body & Flow’s Pilates Arc workshop is open to all movement professionals with no prerequisites. Available in-person and in hybrid format.
Q: How many hours is the Pilates Arc workshop?
A: The Arc workshop is commonly taken together with the High Barrel workshop – both together total 20 hours.
Q: Who can attend the Pilates Arc workshop?
A: The workshop is open to all – movement professionals, Pilates teachers, yoga instructors, fitness trainers, and students alike. There are no prerequisites.
Q: Is the Pilates Arc workshop part of a larger certification?
A: Yes. The workshop is open as a standalone course and also counts toward the Body & Flow comprehensive certificate program.
Q: What will I be able to do after completing the Pilates Arc workshop?
A: You will be able to confidently integrate the Pilates Arc into mat and apparatus-based sessions, using it to support spinal mobility, core activation, and movement progression for a range of clients.
