A Continuing Education Course for Pilates Instructors

The Art of Flow

Designing Intelligent & Creative Reformer Group Classes

October 25th & 26th 12p-4p on Zoom 

Refine Your Teaching.

Elevate Your Flow.

Lead with Confidence.

This 8-hour virtual training is designed for Pilates instructors and trainees who want to go beyond traditional sequencing and develop a more intuitive, somatically informed, and creative approach to teaching reformer classes.

You’ll learn how to layer cues effectively, create intelligent class structures, and guide students through movement with ease and confidence. Through live virtual sessions, teaching labs, and structured self-study, you’ll gain practical tools and real-time feedback to refine your teaching presence and technique.

Course Structure

  • Saturday, October 25th 12 PM – 4 PM

    • Understanding flow state and how it transforms the Pilates class experience

    • Movement continuity: pacing, rhythm, and transitions that sustain student engagement

    • Around-the-world sequencing: creating fluid arcs through supine, side-lying, seated, kneeling, and standing positions

    • Teaching blocks and progressive structuring: designing classes that build intelligently in demand and energy

    • Spring, prop, and footbar considerations to minimize disruptions and support nervous system regulation

    • Designing cohesive movement themes and motifs that weave throughout class

    • Breakout practice: drafting short class plans using flow-based structures

  • Sunday, October 26th 12 PM – 4 PM

    • Global, depth, and imagery/somatic cueing strategies for clarity and embodiment

    • Balancing precise instruction with space for student self-exploration

    • Using voice, pacing, and energy to regulate the nervous system and shape class atmosphere

    • Pre-cueing and transition cueing for seamless flow

    • Breakout cueing lab: practicing layered language and transitions in peer groups

    • Nervous system-aware teaching: breathwork, sympathetic/parasympathetic balance, and downregulation tools

    • Developing your teaching identity: reflection prompts, guided meditation, and integrating your authentic presence into class design

    • Closing practice: peer teaching + group debrief on integrating sequencing, cueing, and presence into your classes

What You’ll Gain

from This Course

  • ✔ Flow-Based Sequencing Mastery

    Learn to design seamless reformer classes with intelligent progressions and smooth transitions.

  • ✔ Refined Cueing Techniques

    Develop clear, layered cueing strategies to enhance movement precision and student engagement.

  • ✔ Comprehensive Class Planning Tools

    Gain access to structured templates for effective programming, teaching blocks, and movement motifs.

  • ✔ Class Engagement & Pacing

    Understand how rhythm, breath, and flow create an engaging and immersive class experience.

  • ✔ Adaptive Teaching for All Levels

    Understand thoughtful regressions and modifications to keep classes accessible while maintaining flow.

  • ✔ Personalized Teaching Development

    Explore how embodiment, pacing, and nervous system regulation shape your teaching presence and impact.

Course Pricing

Virtual Course

✔️ Two 4-hour live Zoom sessions (8 hours total)
✔️ Breakout labs & guided teaching practice
✔️ Digital workbook & sequencing templates
✔️ Access to Zoom recordings for 3 months in a dedicated course portal
✔️ Earn 8 NPCP CECs with a certificate of completion

📅 Live Meetings

  • Saturday, October 25th | 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM EST

  • Sunday, October 26th | 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM EST

For instructors looking to refine their reformer class structure, cueing, and flow—all from the comfort of home.

Virtual Course + 1:1 Mentorship

✔️ Everything included in the Virtual Course
✔️ Three 1:1 virtual mentorship sessions with Lexie (45 min each) — a $225 value
✔️ Personalized feedback on your class plans and cueing
✔️ Real-time coaching to refine sequencing, presence, and teaching identity
✔️ Recordings of mentorship sessions for continued learning
✔️ Access to Zoom recordings for 3 months in a dedicated course portal
✔️ Earn 8 NPCP CECs with a certificate of completion

📅 Live Meetings

  • Saturday, October 25th | 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM EST

  • Sunday, October 26th | 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM EST

For instructors ready to take their teaching to the next level with direct support and individualized coaching.

Please note: While it’s highly recommended to attend all sessions live for the best learning experience and real-time interaction, we understand that scheduling conflicts happen. If you can’t make a session, recordings will be available in the course shell within 24 hours. You’ll have access to the course materials for three months after the final meeting.

TESTIMONIAL

“The Art of Flow course completely transformed my approach to teaching. I was confident teaching privates but felt lost in group settings. In fact, during an audition for group teaching at a NYC studio, I was told I had “no flow” and wasn’t ready.

Just a month later, after completing Art of Flow, I returned to that same studio to sub and soon became a regular instructor. One day, the studio manager took my class and said, “You have a very good flow! I’m surprised!”

What had once been my biggest weakness became my strength. The course helped me design group classes that are smooth, dynamic, and challenging, while also boosting my confidence as a new instructor. I now feel equipped to create meaningful experiences for clients and add value to the studios where I teach.

I would highly recommend this course to any instructor who wants to feel confident leading group classes.”

This is not just another workshop on cueing or programming—this is a deep dive into the psychology of flow, the biomechanics of sequencing, and the artistry of intelligent movement design.

Questions? I’d love to chat! Email me at info@lexiepalasciano.com and let’s connect.

Course Details & FAQs

  • This course is designed for Pilates instructors and teacher trainees looking to refine their skills in group reformer instruction. Whether you're:

    ✔ A newly certified instructor seeking confidence in sequencing, cueing, and flow-based programming.
    ✔ A seasoned teacher wanting to refine transitions, minimize class disruptions, and enhance movement continuity.
    ✔ A current teacher training student eager to gain hands-on experience and practical tools before certification.
    ✔ A studio owner or educator looking to develop a cohesive methodology for teaching intelligent, creative reformer classes.

    This course is open to all Pilates professionals who want to elevate their teaching by blending intelligent sequencing, refined cueing, and nervous system-informed movement practices.

  • This course blends live virtual training, interactive labs, and (optional) 1:1 mentorship to provide both theoretical knowledge and practical application.

    ✔ Two Virtual Sessions (4 hours each) – Live Zoom calls featuring lecture, discussion, breakout activities, and movement labs focused on sequencing, cueing, and class design.
    ✔ Breakout Labs & Guided Practice – Small-group activities designed to apply concepts in real time and refine your teaching language.
    ✔ Self-Study Assignments – Structured exercises to deepen class planning, cue layering, and theme integration between sessions.
    ✔ Dedicated Course Portal – Access Zoom recordings for 3 months, along with digital workbook + sequencing templates.
    ✔ Optional Mentorship Add-On – Upgrade to include three 1:1 mentorship sessions with Lexie (45 min each — normally $225) for personalized feedback, coaching, and continued support after the course.

  • No. This training is open to both certified Pilates instructors and current teacher training students who want to deepen their understanding of group reformer class design, cueing techniques, and intelligent sequencing. If you're currently in a teacher training program and curious about structuring and leading flow-based group classes, this course will provide practical tools to support your learning.

  • No — you don’t need your own reformer to join the course. The live sessions focus on sequencing, cueing, and class design, which can be explored and practiced without equipment.

    During our interactive teaching labs, you’ll be partnered with another student to practice cueing and flow in real time. Depending on your partner’s setup, you may be teaching on reformer or on mat. This flexibility ensures that everyone can actively participate, regardless of equipment access.

    If you do have access to a reformer, you’ll be able to try the sequences directly during and after the course. If not, you’ll still gain the full benefit of the teaching framework, feedback, and applied practice.

  • Yes! Replays will be available on the course shell, and you'll have access for three months after the course. While live participation is encouraged for interactive discussions and breakout rooms, you’ll still be able to watch, learn, and implement at your own pace.

  • Yes! All virtual sessions will be recorded and uploaded within 24 hours so you can review and revisit the material anytime during your three-month access period.

  • No, you do not have to be a Nationally Certified Pilates Teacher (NPCP) to take this course. This workshop is open to all Pilates instructors looking to refine their sequencing, cueing, and flow-based teaching. However, if you are NPCP certified, you can earn 8 NPCP Continuing Education Credits (CECs) upon completion of the course.

    Learn more about the NPCP here.

About Lexie

Lexie Palasciano is a Nationally Certified Pilates Instructor (NPCP) and Lead Educator for Polestar Pilates in NYC, where she mentors aspiring instructors in comprehensive Pilates methodology. With a Master of Fine Arts in Dance Performance, her expertise in somatics and movement science shapes her teaching, blending scientific principles with experiential learning to deepen movement understanding.

As the founder of Embody by Lexie, a wellness space offering in-person private and group training, virtual programs, and international retreats, she integrates her expertise in Pilates, yoga, and breathwork to support embodiment and nervous system regulation. Having taught extensively in London and New York, she brings a global perspective to her work. Lexie specializes in the intersection of embodied language and neuroplasticity, helping clients—from chronic rehabilitation to high-performing athletes—refine movement patterns with precision, adaptability, and a deeper mind-body connection.

Certifications

BFA in Dance (Rutgers University) | MFA in Dance Performance (Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance) | 450-hour Comprehensive Pilates Certification (Polestar Pilates) | 200-hour Certified Yoga Instructor (Aligned Yoga School) | Yin Level I & II Certified Instructor (Durga Excursions) | Reiki Level II Practitioner | Breathwork Facilatator (George Ramsey & Ally Maz)