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The Power of Touch: Hands-On Teaching for Pilates Professionals

 

Touch is one of the most powerful teaching tools available to Pilates instructors, yet many teachers receive little formal training in how, when and why to use it effectively.

This practical, interactive workshop explores the art and science of tactile cueing to enhance movement quality, body awareness and motor learning. Participants will discover how skilled touch can improve alignment, facilitate muscle activation, provide stability, encourage efficient movement patterns and build client confidence.

The session will also explore the ethical responsibilities of hands-on teaching, including gaining informed consent, recognising when touch is appropriate, adapting to individual client preferences and understanding situations where touch should be avoided.

Through live demonstrations and partner practice, attendees will learn a variety of tactile cueing techniques that can be immediately applied in both mat and equipment-based Pilates settings. The workshop also examines different types of touch, how to use your own body mechanics to cue safely and effectively, and how tactile cueing complements verbal and visual instruction to create a richer learning experience.

Whether you teach rehabilitation, fitness or movement education, this workshop will provide practical strategies to make your cueing more precise, purposeful and impactful.

This course will be presented live online and Face to Face Sunday 1st November 2026, 10am - 5pm.

The cost of this course is $349 Australian dollars and will be increasing to $495 from November 1st.

I will be recording this session and uploading it back into the course content. The online course content currently has a number of shell modules that I will be uploading videos from the Face to Face/Live online session.

Expert Educator

This course is designed by Louise Taube who is recognised by the PAA as Principle Trainer, which is the highest level with them. She has been teaching Pilates for over 26 years. She is also a finalist for the AUSactive Educator of the year award 2026.

Accreditation and lifetime access

This course is pending accreditation with the Pilates Association of Australia PAA with 6 Professional Development Points PDP's. 

Pending AUSactive PDP'S

This course is pending 6 PDP's with AUSactive.

Touch with Purpose: The Science and Skill of Tactile Cueing

By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to:

  • Understand the role of tactile cueing in motor learning and movement education.
  • Use touch to improve alignment, movement efficiency and body awareness.
  • Apply tactile cues to facilitate muscle activation, relaxation and movement quality.
  • Differentiate between various types of touch, including directional, supportive, corrective and proprioceptive cueing.
  • Combine tactile, verbal and visual cueing for more effective teaching.
  • Apply safe body mechanics when providing hands-on assistance.
  • Understand professional boundaries, informed consent and best-practice guidelines for touch.
  • Recognise when tactile cueing is appropriate and when alternative teaching strategies should be used.
  • Build confidence in delivering purposeful, respectful and effective hands-on instruction.

This course will be presented live online and Face to Face Sunday 1st November 2026, 10am - 5pm.

The cost of this course is $349 Australian dollars and will be increasing to $495 from November 1st.

I will be recording this session and uploading it back into the course content. The online course content currently has a number of shell modules that I will be uploading videos from the Face to Face/Live online session.

 

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FAQs about The Power of Touch: Hands-On Teaching for Pilates Professionals

 

 Beyond Words: Using Touch to Transform Movement

Most tactile cueing workshops focus on where to put your hands.

This course will go much deeper by covering:

  • Why touch changes movement.
  • Motor learning and proprioception.
  • The psychology of touch and client confidence.
  • Consent and trauma-informed teaching.
  • Cultural considerations.
  • Different intentions of touch (facilitating, inhibitory, stabilising, directional, reassuring).
  • How to use less force and more precision.
  • Instructor body mechanics (saving your own hands and back).
  • When not to touch.
  • Transitioning clients from tactile feedback to independent movement.
  • Teaching the same exercise with verbal, visual and tactile cues, and knowing which is most effective.

 

This course will be presented live online and Face to Face Sunday 1st November 2026, 10am - 5pm.

The cost of this course is $349 Australian dollars and will be increasing to $495 from November 1st.

I will be recording this session and uploading it back into the course content. The online course content currently has a number of shell modules that I will be uploading videos from the Face to Face/Live online session.

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Touch Matters: Ethical, Effective Tactile Cueing in Pilates

 

Discover how purposeful touch can transform the way you teach Pilates.

The Power of Touch: Hands-On Teaching for Pilates Professionals is a practical, evidence-informed workshop designed for Pilates instructors who want to refine their hands-on teaching skills with confidence, precision, and professionalism. Learn how tactile cueing enhances body awareness, improves movement quality, facilitates muscle activation, and supports motor learning to help clients move more efficiently and safely.

Through demonstrations, partner practice, and real-world teaching scenarios, you'll explore when to use touch, when not to, how to gain informed consent, and the different types of tactile cues that can enhance both mat and equipment-based Pilates sessions. You'll also learn effective body mechanics to deliver hands-on guidance without strain, making your cueing more sustainable and impactful.

Whether you're a newly qualified instructor or an experienced educator, The Power of Touch: Hands-On Teaching for Pilates Professionals will give you practical skills you can apply immediately to elevate your teaching, deepen client understanding, and create more meaningful movement experiences.

You'll learn how to:

  • Use tactile cueing to improve alignment and movement quality.
  • Enhance proprioception and body awareness.
  • Facilitate muscle activation and efficient movement patterns.
  • Apply ethical, consent-based approaches to hands-on teaching.
  • Understand when touch is appropriate—and when alternative cueing methods are more effective.
  • Integrate tactile, verbal, and visual cues for exceptional client outcomes.

Experience the power of purposeful touch and discover how the right cue, at the right time, can change the way your clients move—and the way you teach.

This course will be presented live online and Face to Face Sunday 1st November 2026, 10am - 5pm.

The cost of this course is $349 Australian dollars and will be increasing to $495 from November 1st.

I will be recording this session and uploading it back into the course content. The online course content currently has a number of shell modules that I will be uploading videos from the Face to Face/Live online session.

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About the program

6 hours of videos, quizzes, tutorials, and workouts.

Option for Face to Face or Online training date to be confirmed.

Why Choose Our Online Pilates Teacher Training?

Our online Pilates teacher training courses are designed for flexibility, depth, and practical application. You’ll gain specialised knowledge—whether it’s Active Ageing, Osteoporosis, or Osteopenia—that goes beyond basic Pilates certification, giving you the tools to safely and effectively teach diverse client groups. Learn at your own pace, access expert guidance from Louise Taube, and join live online or face-to-face tutorials to deepen your skills. With evidence-based content, engaging resources, and a supportive learning community, you’ll leave equipped to deliver confident, impactful Pilates sessions.

Pilates can also support clients navigating hormonal changes. Discover our Mastering Menopause with Pilates Mat course for complementary training.

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Kristen Ehrlich

I have learned so much from Louise's courses, Pilates for active ageing and Pilates for osteoporosis. Louise is so knowledgeable, engaging and fun, and the materials, resources and tutorials make the courses very worthwhile. It is so important for instructors to continue learning to support our specific populations on their Pilates journeys.

Elizabeth Helstroom

Louise is a true leader and innovator in her field. Her courses are fantastic. Every lesson is structured thoughtfully and her videos are extremely professional - well filmed with beautiful audio and inspiring content đź’–

Viva Life Pilates

Louise's wealth of knowledge and attention to detail is fantastic. I have completed a range of her courses and classes over the years and am very grateful for all she has taught me.

About Louise Taube

Louise Taube is a renowned Pilates teacher trainer with a deep passion for helping others improve their physical health and well-being through Pilates. With over two decades of experience in the industry, Louise has become a sought-after expert in Pilates education, particularly in training instructors to teach specialized populations, including those with osteoporosis and osteopenia. She is known for her holistic approach, blending traditional Pilates techniques with modern science to create safe and effective programs tailored to individual needs. Louise's dedication to her craft and her ability to inspire both clients and fellow instructors have made her a respected leader in the Pilates community.