1. “Practice Out Loud — Even If It Feels Weird”

“Don’t just think through my cues, but say them out loud during practice sessions. It will help you actually hear yourself and refine how you communicate movement.”

2. “Make a ‘Top 5 Moves’ Cheat Sheet”

“Created a personal go-to list of exercises you want to master first. It will help to keep you focused instead of overwhelmed by the whole manual.”

3. “Record Yourself Early — and Often”

“Grab your phone and record yourself. This will help catch little habits you might not have noticed”

4. “It’s Okay to Pause and Ask, ‘What’s the goal of this exercise?’”

“Break down why each exercise mattered—not just the choreography or technical terminology. Explain and cue in a real-world way.”

5. “You Don’t Need a Perfect Partner — Just a Willing One”

“Don’t have a ‘Pilates buddy.’ Practice with anyone—even your roommate or partner who’s never done Pilates before.”

6. “Take It One Layer at a Time”

“You don’t need to teach the full expression of a move right away. It’s okay to build things layer by layer”

7. “Cue Less, Not More”

“Over-cueing can be overwhelming people. Practice simplification and clarity”

8. “Don’t Just Watch—Do It Alongside the Teacher”

“During the in-person sessions, practice side by side with corrections”