Course

April 15 - 17, 2025

Instructor

Martina Jezkova, MPT

Course Payment and Organization

Kenny Hsiao
Taiwan Institute of FAscia Research (TIFAR)

+886-4-2203-4999
Cell phone: +886-935324999

Course objectives:

Review of developmental kinesiology and DNS principles, in the context of optimal adult posture and Pilates technique and instruction.

Define and analyse global movement patterns in DNS and Pilates systems 

Detailed analysis of muscle co-activation in differentiated movement patterns (contralateral and ipsilateral) as they occur in DNS and Pilates exercises

Demonstrate and practice DNS exercises in higher developmental positions – oblique sit, tripod, differentiated bear, differentiated squat, lunge, step up, and appropriate modifications. 

Detailed analysis and practice of ipsilateral and contralateral patterns in all movement planes in the Pilates exercise system. 

Understand the importance and practice of training body awareness in developmental positions and Pilates exercises.

Clearly define dynamic stabilisation and joint centration goals within Pilates exercises and transitions

Practice and instruct joint centration throughout the entire kinetic chain and complete range of motion, in DNS and Pilates exercises

Analyse and practice how the base of support changes on the floor (mat) and apparatus and throughout an exercise/movement

Discuss the importance of incorporating sagittal stabilisation and adequate proportions of ipsilateral and contralateral patterns into Pilates exercise programs.