Planning the First Pilates Session & Creating Individualized Programs
This live workshop focuses on how to plan and structure the first Pilates session and how to create individualized Pilates programs based on client assessment, goals, and movement needs.
Participants will learn how to analyze clients during the first session, identify priorities, select appropriate exercises, and establish a clear programming strategy. The workshop emphasizes logical decision-making, professional communication, and long-term program planning rather than random exercise selection.
This course is designed for Pilates instructors who want to improve their confidence and effectiveness when working with new clients in live teaching settings.
Master EducatorBarış Özdemir, NCPT


About this program
Upon completion of this workshop, participants will be able to:
- Identify the key components of an effective first Pilates session
- Conduct a basic client intake and movement observation
- Analyze client goals, limitations, and priorities
- Plan and structure an individualized Pilates session
- Select appropriate exercises, regressions, and progressions