Grab your iced coffee, because the Chicks are kicking off a summer special chat! This week, Hilary and Davita are diving deep into a topic that every teacher, student, and studio owner talks about: Pilates certification. What does it actually mean, and why does it matter so much to our unregulated industry?We are so excited to sit down with the National Pilates Certification Program (NPCP) to demystify the whole process. We’re breaking down the difference between a certificate of completion and a true third-party certification, how it elevates our profession, and how it protects both teachers and clients. Whether you’re fully certified, currently in teacher training, or just curious about the future of the industry, this is the ultimate summer school session you won’t want to miss. Tune in, laugh with us, and let’s talk shop!





















 
 




 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 What Does Pilates Certification Actually Mean?
 
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<description>We are so excited to sit down with the National Pilates Certification Program (NPCP) to demystify the whole process. We’re breaking down the difference between a certificate of completion and a true third-party certification, how it elevates our profession, and how it protects both teachers and clients. </description>

chatting with the NPCP

We are so excited to sit down with the National Pilates Certification Program (NPCP) to demystify the whole process. We’re breaking down the difference between a certificate of completion and a true third-party certification, how it elevates our profession, and how it protects both teachers and clients. 

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Summer Special - What does Pilates Certification Actually Mean? (with the NPCP)

In Pilates are you just "holding on for dear life" in your Pilates practice, or are you actually stable? In this episode, the 2 Pilates Chicks dive deep into one of the most misunderstood concepts in movement: Dynamic Stability. When we teach Pilates we want to understand and give these moments to Pilates clients in their Pilates. 





















 
 




 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Stop Just Holding Still: The Truth about dynamaic stabiity
 
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<description>In Pilates are you just "holding on for dear life" in your Pilates practice, or are you actually stable? In this episode, the 2 Pilates Chicks dive deep into one of the most misunderstood concepts in movement: Dynamic Stability. When we teach Pilates we want to understand and give these moments to Pilates clients in their Pilates. </description>

In Pilates are you just "holding on for dear life" in your Pilates practice, or are you actually stable? 

In Pilates are you just "holding on for dear life" in your Pilates practice, or are you actually stable? In this episode, the 2 Pilates Chicks dive deep into one of the most misunderstood concepts in movement: Dynamic Stability. When we teach Pilates we want to understand and give these moments to Pilates clients in their Pilates. 

Season 7 Episode 5- Stop Just Holding Still: The Truth About Dynamic Stability

Join the 2 Pilates Chicks as we chat on bridging the gap with traditional Pilates and using functional training in the studio. From the client coming back to surgery to the client heading to a challenge moment in their practice. Using functional training tools to integrate a full body movement that is Pilates. 





















 
 



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Using Functional training in Pilates

Join the 2 Pilates Chicks as we chat on bridging the gap with traditional Pilates and using functional training in the studio. From the client coming back to surgery to the client heading to a challenge moment in their practice. Using functional training tools to integrate a full body movement that is Pilates. 

Season 7 Episode 4-Functional Training in Pilates

"In this episode, we’re peeling back the labels. From 'Classical' Pilates purists to 'Contemporary' innovators, we’re asking the big question: Does the title change the work? We’re diving into the differences, the drama, and how to find your own voice within the method—regardless of what you call it."





















 
 






 


 
 
 

 
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 The Great Debate: What Is Pilates—and Why It Matters
 
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"In this episode, we’re peeling back the labels. From 'Classical' purists to 'Contemporary' innovators

"In this episode, we’re peeling back the labels. From 'Classical' purists to 'Contemporary' innovators, we’re asking the big question: Does the title change the work? We’re diving into the differences, the drama, and how to find your own voice within the method—regardless of what you call it."

Season 7 Episode 3- The Great Debate: What Is Pilates—and Why It Matters

Join the 2 Pilates chicks in this discussion of how cueing is so different between a class and a private Pilates session. Each has a unique goal and purpose and to do one vs the other is key to give clients the challenge and support they need for each type of Pilates experience. 





















 
 




 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Cueing Pilates in Group class vs Private sessions
 
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<description>Join the 2 Pilates chicks in this discussion of how cueing is so different between a class and a private Pilates session. Each has a unique goal and purpose and to do one vs the other is key to give clients the challenge and support they need for each type of Pilates experience. </description>

Join the 2 Pilates chicks in this discussion of how cueing is so different between a class and a private Pilates session

Join the 2 Pilates chicks in this discussion of how cueing is so different between a class and a private Pilates session. Each has a unique goal and purpose and to do one vs the other is key to give clients the challenge and support they need for each type of Pilates experience. 

Season 7 Episode 2- Stop Cueing Privates like group classes

Hilary Opheim and Davita Paul are Pilates Teachers and Educators. Join them as they chat on Pilates, teaching, and life. Based in Los Angeles they will keep you thinking and laughing!

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