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Womens health

Franklin Method Program 2010

Womens Health

HEAL, DON'T HURT MOMMA!
EXERCISE TREATMENT IN THE WOMEN'S HEALTH ENVIRONMENT

A two-day continuing education course has been developed by Pamela A. Downey, MSPT, DPT, to demystify working with the pregnant client and to give clear, evidence-based treatment approaches for women with different types of musculoskeletal dysfunctions. This course is appropriate for Physical Therapists and Pilates Instructors and is intermediate in nature. A sound knowledge base is required in therapeutic exercise, Pilates and basic anatomy. More advanced discussions will be introduced based on the level of the class.

Objectives: At the completion of this course, the participants will be able to:

1. Use a uniform vocabulary that describes the events and changes that a woman experiences during the childbearing year.
2. Better integrate the anatomy of the pelvic floor musculature, trunk and diaphragm in therapeutic exercise.
3. Identify postural and musculoskeletal changes in the pregnant client and their impact on health and wellness.
4. Synthesize exercise modifications and precautions for women in the physical therapy and Pilates environment.
5. Develop a framework to create Pilates exercise classes for patients/clients that are pregnant or with history of pelvic pain and/or pelvic floor dysfunction.
6. Become more comfortable in screening clients or patients with a history of pelvic pain, incontinence, diastasis recti and/or abdominal surgery.
7. Understand the impact of pelvic floor dysfunction and chronic pelvic pain diagnoses in the women?s quality of life.
8. Complete case studies and exercise selection utilizing a diagnosis of pelvic floor dysfunction and a client who is pregnant.

Duration: 16 hours (2 days)Pre-requisities: This course is open to physical therapists and fitness instructors that have completed (with certification) a recognized Pilates Program and have at least 6 months of exposure working with clients needing movement work. It is expected that participants will have basic knowledge of therapeutic exercise including Pilates exercises for mat and studio equipment (Trapeze Table, Reformer, Chair, Ladder Barrel).

Date 13 and 14th November Brisbane Annerley studio

presenter Jenni Guest

registration is through polestar australia: http://www.polestarpilates.com.au/how_to_register.php

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Ikebana - The Art of Meditation

One hour Ikebana class - 5.30 Mondays at 16 Ekibin Rd Annerley

An introduction package $250 - includes 6 lessons plus a Kenzan (special tool used for arrangements) , a container and all the floral materials for the 6 weeks of lessons.

The art of Ikebana originated with Buddhist Monks as a form of meditation and as an offering to Buddha. In Japan, this beautiful art form was developed further to incorporate a physical form of meditation and harmony in everyday life. This workshop is designed to introduce basic Ikebana not to make you an Ikebana master. Learn to create a contemporary floral display for your home and office. Ikebana helps you to meditate while working with flowers, branches and greenery. At the same time, it brings nature into your living space and adds beauty to your home.

Learn the ancient Japanese art of Ikebana, a beautiful art form that incorporates nature with a physical form of meditaion and harmony in everyday life. This workshop is designed to introduce basic Ikebana not to make you an Ikebana master. You learn to create a contemporary floral display for your home and office. Ikebana helps you to meditate while working with flowers, branches and greenery. At the same time, it brings nature into your living space and adds beauty to your home.

_____Lily______

M 0414 455 242

Website: www.artislily.com

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Polestar Pilates - Dancer/Gymnasts

Pilates for the Dancer and Gymnast addresses the needs of dancers and gymnasts from a Pilates perspective. The course includes special labs to facilitate strength, flexibility, coordination, and technique specific to the performers’ needs. Further, the course covers techniques for performance enhancement, injury prevention and rehabilitation of the dancer and gymnast.

Duration:16 hours (2 days)

Pre-requisities: completion of a comprehensice certification in Pilates from a Pilates Alliance approved school (including Polestar Pilates Studio or Polestar Pilates for Rehabilitation). What is neutral spine and how do I find this for myself and my clients? This practical workshop is for PIlates and movement teachers, using Aston approach to assess posture and the application of the neutral spine position for an individual to optimse freedom of movement and control.

Presenter: Kimberley Garlic
Cost: $ 600 - Pilates Alliance members $580 early bird $500 (PAA member $480)
16 CEC's with PAA

Times and Location:
Saturday and Sunday 21st and 22 August Brisbane - Pilates and Healing Centre (Annerley QLD)

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Polestar Pilates -Teaching Program 2010

The Polestar Pilates teacher programs teach movement analysis, group dynamics, and modifications for the low to moderate risk clients. The Polestar Fitness Screening and critical reasoning skills provide a solid infrastructure to assess and design custom Pilates programs. Students learn tactile skills, advanced body awareness and imagery for clear cueing.

In addition, the Polestar Pilates for Rehabilitation curriculum helps practitioners identify the best path of care as well as the holistic implementation of pilates for moderate to high risk clients.

For more information: www.polestarpilates.com.au

Polestar Pilates Course Schedule 2010

Last Updated: 26th November 2009

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Click here for PDF Version of Schedule 2010

Standard Polestar Pilates Curriculum

Rehabilitation Series
City	PR	R1	R2	R3	R4	R5	R6
NSW - Sydney	6-7 Feb	13-14 March	17-18 April	22-23 May	26-27 June	31 July 1 Aug	28-29 August
VIC - Melbourne	13-14 March	17-18 April	15-16 May	19-20 June	17-18 July	14-15 August	11-12 Sept
WA - Perth	20-21 March	24-25 April	29-30 May	3-4 July	7-8 August	11-12 Sept	16-17 Oct
SA - Adelaide	20-21 March	16-17 April	21-22 May	25-26 June	30-31 July	3-4 Sept	8-9 Oct
Tas-Launceston	TBC	TBC	TBC	TBC	TBC	TBC	TBC
QLD - Brisbane	27-28 March	1-2 May	5-6 June	10-11 July	14-15 August	18-19 Sept	23-24 Oct
NOTE: R2-R6 additional 2-3 hour self-mastery check-off with instructor.

Studio Series
City	PF	S1	S2	S3	S4	S5	S6
NSW - Sydney	6-7 Feb	13-14 March	17-18 April	22-23 May	26-27 June	31 July 1 Aug	28-29 August
VIC - Melbourne	13-14 March	17-18 April	15-16 May	19-20 June	17-18 July	14-15 August	11-12 Sept
WA - Perth	20-21 March	24-25 April	29-30 May	3-4 July	7-8 August	11-12 Sept	16-17 Oct
SA - Adelaide	20-21 March	16-17 April	21-22 May	25-26 June	30-31 July	3-4 Sept	8-9 Oct
	TAS TBC	TBC	TBC	TBC	TBC	TBC	TBC
QLD - Brisbane	27-28 March	1-2 May	5-6 June	10-11 July	14-15 August	18-19 Sept	23-24 Oct
NOTE: S2-S6 additional 2-3 hour self-mastery check-off with instructor.

Mat Series
City	PF	M1	M2	M3 and OH&S
NSW - Sydney	6-7 Feb	20-21 Feb	27-28 March	1-2 May
VIC - Melbourne	13-14 March	27-28 March	1-2 May	29-30 May
WA - Perth	20-21 March	17-18 April	21-22 May	19-20 June
SA - Adelaide	20-21 March	10-11 April	15-16 May	19-20 June
QLD - Brisbane	27-28 Marh	24-25 April	29-30 May	26-27 June

NOTE: If completing the Full Rehab OR Studio program only modules M2 and M3 are required

Comprehensive Reformer Series
City	PF	A1	A2	A3
NSW - Sydney	6-7 Feb	18-17 Febuary	25-26 March	29-30 April

Melbourne Dates TBC

Bridging Modules

Polestar Pilates Australia, in arrangement with Pilates International (Pilates ITC) offers all Polestar PIlates Graduates the opportunity to bridge to the Diploma of Professional Pilates Instruction (91491 NSW). Further information can be found on the polestar Pilates Australia Website.

To Complete the iploma of Profesional Pilates Instruction, you must complete:

- Bridging to Diploma Modues,

-Full Studio or Rehab series,

- Mat series ( M2 and M3 ) {see dates above as listed in the certificate IV in Matwork (91492 NSW)

NSW Sydney 5-6 June

VIC Melbourne 31 July- 1 August

WA Perth 28-29 August

SA Adelaide 21-22 August

QLD Brisbane 9-10 October

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Franklin Method Program 2010

Brisbane august 7 and 8 and October 23 and 24 th. For more information about the workshops please feel free to go to the Franklin Method Australia website, through the link below.

The workshop schedule is:

Sat 7th August 1- 4pm Pelvic Power

Sun 8th August 9am-noon Psoas Conditioning

Sun 8th August 1pm-4pm Fabulous Feet

Sat 23rd October 1pm -4pm Walking, Wisdom, Running , Rhythm

Sun 24 th October 9 am - noon psoas conditioning for the Pilates mat

Sun 24 th October 1pm-4pm The right rotations

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