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Pilates for Golfers

Pilates for Golfers

 

Do you want to improve your golf swing? Gain a few extra yards on your swing? Would you like to learn strategies and exercises to decrease back and shoulder pain during your swing? The golf swing is a complex movement that requires many different components including: postural control, balance,  coordination, flexibility, stability, and muscular strength and power. In this virtual workshop, Long + Lean Pilates master instructor and physical therapist Jenn Olszowy will guide you through 4 hour long Pilates classes structured around the 5 main components of a golf swing. You will learn which specific areas you individually need to focus on to improve your game while also improving your general body awareness, strength, and mobility.

The classes will all take place live via Zoom so Jenn can correct your form, guide you through the exercises, and answer your questions. We highly recommend you take class live so you can received personalized instruction and corrections, but we will provide recordings of each class so you can watch later if the scheduled time doesn’t work for you! You will also receive a handout with exercises for you to continue doing on your own for a pain free and efficient golf swing.

In this virtual series you will:

  • Learn to breathe properly and coordinate your breath with your movement for efficiency and power
  • Improve mobility of your spine
  • Increase rotation and extension of your upper back
  • Strengthen your hips and glutes for a more powerful swing
  • Learn to properly engage your deep core to protect your spine while moving your body freely
  • Improve balance and coordination
  • Learn strategies to keep your body strong and mobile for an improved, pain free golf game

Class Schedule

Wednesdays May 27 – June 17, 2020

6:30 – 7:30 p.m.

Cost: $95

Register Here

Reformer Deep Dive Workshop

At Reformer Deep Dive WorkshopLong + Lean Pilates, we are passionate about continuing to learn and grow as Pilates instructors and we believe continuing education is the key to giving our clients the very best. We have always envisioned hosting workshops for Pilates and movement instructors and are so very excited to present the first Long + Lean Pilates Professional Development Workshop: Reformer Deep Dive with Ellen Shadle on Sunday July 15th!

In this 4-hour Pilates workshop we will unpack, investigate, and explore the Reformer repertoire in a manner we are seldom able when cueing movements and counting out reps. From mechanics to dynamics, the how’s and the why’s of what we do, and cultivating programming, we will cover a range of Reformer topics and issues. The Reformer Deep Dive Workshop will be led by Ellen Shadle, certified instructor and teacher-trainer for the Pilates Academy International system, a Pilates Method Alliance recognized school. Ellen has been teaching for 20 years in commercial gyms, boutique studios, academic institutions, and dance centers.

The workshop will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Sunday July 15th at Long + Lean Pilates. Attendees should arrive early for an on-time start, and there will be a 20-minute break.  Plan accordingly with water, bars, snacks, and bring your questions and challenges! Spots are limited to allow for plenty of Reformer time for everyone. Reserve your spot here!