Pilates Unscripted

In this episode, I'm talking to Kristen Parise, a physiotherapist specializing in pelvic health. We discuss the importance of understanding the pelvic floor, breaking the stigma surrounding pelvic health issues, and the interconnectedness of various health aspects. Kristen shares insights on effective cueing techniques for pelvic floor activation, common misconceptions about pelvic health, and the...

Kim Kraushar has been one of my greatest teachers, and this conversation did not disappoint. With over 30 years studying the connection between movement, breath, mindset, and wellbeing, Kim is a Merrithew Master Instructor Trainer, international educator, and co-owner of Interlude Spas. Practical, grounded, and full of wisdom. You are going to love this one. What We Cover: Why maintaining your own...

This week I sat down with someone whose journey in movement truly blew me away. Joshua Norris Ongso is an Australian physiotherapist with over 20 years of experience, a former competitive aerobic gymnast, founder of 10 Pilates and barre studios, and the creator of the world's first physiotherapist-designed barre workouts. He's now based in Portugal, bringing his S3 Method to a whole new community....

Picture this: Seoul, South Korea, about 20 years ago. It's 10 PM, class just wrapped up, and my students invite me to the sauna. Sounds lovely, right? What I did not expect was walking into a room with 200 naked Korean ladies and realizing very quickly that this was NOT the kind of sauna I had in mind.  I hope this one makes you laugh, maybe blush a little, and hopefully inspires you to find your...

I've been wanting to have Jen on the podcast for so long, and this conversation did not disappoint. Jen Dahl is a contemporary dance and theater artist, post-rehabilitation movement specialist, and fascial movement educator with over 20 years of experience. She's also a Stott Pilates Master Instructor Trainer based in Italy, and honestly, every conversation I have with her leaves me wanting more....

In this episode, I'm sharing five things I wish someone had told me before I started teaching — and honestly, things I still remind myself of today after 25 years in the industry. What we cover: 1. Confidence doesn't mean knowing everything. One of the biggest misconceptions I see in new instructors is thinking you need to feel fully ready before you can lead others. The truth? Great teachers aren...

I am so thrilled to share this conversation with two of my dearest friends in the Pilates world — Patricia Liao and Anita Tang, co-founders of The Orange Room Wellness Center in Shanghai, China.   What We Cover: How Patricia and Anita met as expats in the international school community and said "yes" to each other before they even knew what they were agreeing to Why they started as a yoga and Pila...

In this episode, I sat down with someone who has been in my world for a long time — Melanie Byford-Young, physiotherapist, Master Rehab Instructor Trainer for Stott Pilates, and co-owner of Pacific Northwest Pilates in Portland, Oregon. Melanie has spent over 25 years doing what most of us find the hardest: working with the most complex, challenging clients. And she does it brilliantly.   What we...

This week I got to sit down with someone who has been part of my Pilates journey since the very beginning, Carla Ricalis, Toronto-based instructor, educator, and studio owner of Studio 3. What I love about Carla is that she doesn't just teach Pilates, she thinks deeply about it. This conversation went in so many directions, and I was reminded again of how much there is still to talk about in this...

I've been coaching instructors and movement professionals for years, so I thought it was time to flip the script and bring on someone who experiences Pilates from the other side — as a client. In this episode, I'm joined by one of my absolute favourite people to work with, Charan Bhattal. In this episode, we talk about: Why Charan came back to Pilates after completing teacher training — and never...

This week I sat down with Hilal Lee — certified STOTT Pilates instructor, studio founder, app creator, and the 2024 Pilates Journal Instructor of the Year — based out of Dubai and reaching Pilates lovers everywhere through her mobile app and social media community. Hilal's story is not your typical career pivot. A serious neck injury in 2014 that left the left side of her body temporarily paralyze...

In this episode, I sit down with someone who has been a cornerstone of my own Pilates journey — Connie Ierullo, co-owner of the Pilates Body Studio in Oakville, Ontario, and one of my very first instructors and instructor trainers. Twenty-five years in, Connie is still one of the most thoughtful, principled educators in this industry, and this conversation did not disappoint. We go deep on what it...

In this episode, I sit down with someone I've had the pleasure of knowing since her earliest days in Pilates — Mina Aleshina, functional movement coach and founder of Saana Studio in Geneva, Switzerland. This one got me fired up in the best way possible, and I think it will for you too. Mila is a STOTT Pilates instructor, Functional Range Conditioning mobility specialist, ELDOA practitioner, and T...

In this solo episode, I dive deep into one of the most essential tools in our Pilates instructor toolkit: cueing. Whether you're a new instructor or a seasoned pro, how we communicate with our clients can either transform their movement or leave them confused and frustrated.   Chapters: 0:52 - Verbal Cueing - The Foundation of Instruction 9:07 - Tactile Cueing - The Power of Touch 11:08 - Visual/I...

What an incredible conversation I had with Salvatore Liberti, founder of Liberti Breathwork! Meeting him in Lima a few months ago and experiencing his breathwork class firsthand completely shifted my understanding of what's possible with conscious breathing.   Chapters: 1:16 - Salvatore's Journey 11:53 - The Breathwork Spectrum 15:58 - Working with Groups vs Individuals 20:01 - Why Breathwork is H...

Welcome back to Pilates Unscripted! In this episode, I'm speaking to two audiences at once—clients looking for a great Pilates experience and instructors who want to create one.   Chapters: 0:53 - The Intake Process: Building Trust from the Start 2:59 - Postural Analysis: What We See vs. What We Diagnose 6:44 - Client Agency and the 80/20 Rule 7:53 - The Guitar Story 10:43 - Red Flags for Clients...

Welcome to the very first episode of Pilates Unscripted. I'm so excited you're here! In this episode, I'm sharing my story as a Pilates instructor trainer with 25 years of experience and a registered holistic nutritionist practicing just outside Toronto, Ontario. This show is my space to explore all things movement and health with you.   Let's dive in! ~ Connect With Me ~ Instagram - @adriana.rote...