Schedule: Professional seminars

Register Here Scolio-Pilates Module 1 and 2 for Certified Schroth, SEAS Therapists, or the equivalent

Students: Previously certified in a scoliosis-specific exercise form; e.g. Level 2 Schroth Therapist
Dates: January 17, 24. February 7, 14, 21 (no class on January 31) 
Time: 8:00am -10:00am ET (New York, USA)
Format: Online
Instructor: Karena Thek, Founder of Scolio-Pilates

Welcome to Scolio-Pilates 

Scolio-Pilates is a scoliosis-specific exercise form that allows for modifications to assist the patient/client with scoliosis. It is a method used by children’s hospitals, physical therapy clinics, and Pilates studios worldwide to assist with the management of scoliosis in a conservative manner.

In this course, Scolio-Pilates welcomes those with advanced training from other scoliosis-specific exercise schools. To be approved to take this course, you must submit your school name, the level you have achieved, and proof of education from that school. Please petition to be able to take this advanced course. We thank you for understanding that not all schools/certifications will be accepted.

Things you’ll learn during this course:

• The Scolio-Pilates philosophy of scoliosis-specific exercise will be discussed. You are invited to share/discuss how it is the same/different from your current training.
• Scolio-Pilates breathing philosophy
• Scolio-Pilates breathing exercises
• Wedging and other assistive corrections in standing, seated, prone, supine, side-lying, and quadruped.
• Exercises to be performed on the Pilates mat or during activities of daily living. This course will include exercises on the Pilates equipment if students have access to the equipment. Otherwise, we will focus on exercises that can be done solely on the mat and with small exercise equipment available to most — balls, bands, wall bars, Scolio-Wedges, etc.
• Class planning. How to best use Scolio-Pilates along with your current practice.

Register Here Scolio-Pilates Module 1 and 2 for Certified Schroth, SEAS Therapists, or the equivalent

Students: Previously certified in a scoliosis-specific exercise form; e.g. Level 2 Schroth Therapist
Dates: January 17, 24. February 7, 14, 21 (no class on January 31) 
Time: 8:00am -10:00am ET (New York, USA)
Format: Online
Instructor: Karena Thek, Founder of Scolio-Pilates

Welcome to Scolio-Pilates 

Scolio-Pilates is a scoliosis-specific exercise form that allows for modifications to assist the patient/client with scoliosis. It is a method used by children’s hospitals, physical therapy clinics, and Pilates studios worldwide to assist with the management of scoliosis in a conservative manner.

In this course, Scolio-Pilates welcomes those with advanced training from other scoliosis-specific exercise schools. To be approved to take this course, you must submit your school name, the level you have achieved, and proof of education from that school. Please petition to be able to take this advanced course. We thank you for understanding that not all schools/certifications will be accepted.

Things you’ll learn during this course:

• The Scolio-Pilates philosophy of scoliosis-specific exercise will be discussed. You are invited to share/discuss how it is the same/different from your current training.
• Scolio-Pilates breathing philosophy
• Scolio-Pilates breathing exercises
• Wedging and other assistive corrections in standing, seated, prone, supine, side-lying, and quadruped.
• Exercises to be performed on the Pilates mat or during activities of daily living. This course will include exercises on the Pilates equipment if students have access to the equipment. Otherwise, we will focus on exercises that can be done solely on the mat and with small exercise equipment available to most — balls, bands, wall bars, Scolio-Wedges, etc.
• Class planning. How to best use Scolio-Pilates along with your current practice.

Register Here

Dates: February 17, 2023
Times: 9:30 am – 6:30 pm ET (New York, USA)
Instructor: Karena Thek, Scolio-Pilates Master Instructor
Location: Dayton Children’s Hospital, Dayton, Ohio
Address: Coming Soon!

CECs: 8 Continuing education credits from the National Pilates Certification Program (NPCP)
CEUs: Physical therapists in Ohio (OPTA) will receive 24  CEUs for attending both Modules 1 and 2.

Welcome to Scolio-Pilates Module 1

This course is a building block and lays the foundation for the Scolio-Pilates Module 2: The Professional Seminar. You will receive a strong base in the anatomy of scoliosis to help you understand what is happening under the skin that creates the changes we see and experience with scoliosis on the surface and with movement. With this understanding, you will be better equipped to make the best scoliosis-specific exercise choices. Topics to be covered include:

• What is scoliosis? Who it affects and its effects on the systems of the body
• Experience scoliosis! What it feels like to do Pilates with scoliosis
• Anatomical understanding of the musculo-skeletal changes that accompany the scoliosis syndrome
• Understanding functional v structural scoliosis
• Defining the convexities and concavities
• Theories and laws of movement that apply to scoliosis
• The first 7 exercises for scoliosis. All exercises will be taught with and without the Pilates equipment

Register Here

Instructor:
Karena Thek, Scolio-Pilates Master Instructor

Location: Dayton Children’s Hospital, Dayton, Ohio
Dates: February 18-19
Time: 9:30am – 6:30pm ET (New York, USA)
Nearest Airport: Dayton Airport
Address: Coming soon

CECs: 16 Continuing education credits from the National Pilates Certification Program (NPCP)/
CEUs: Physical Therapists in Ohio (OPTA) will receive 24 CEUs for attending both Modules 1 and 2.

Welcome to Scolio-Pilates Module 2

Module 2 builds upon the pre-requisite Module 1, Scolio-Pilates Professional Seminar.

We will dive deeper into understanding the anatomy of scoliosis and use that understanding to define the curves of scoliosis (3, 4, and thoracolumbar curves). Once we define the curves we can begin to understand how to correct those curves toward neutral. We use scoliosis-specific corrections and scoliosis-specific exercises to aid us in bringing our clients towards a more balanced system.

The scoliosis-specific exercises begin with corrections in the basic positions of prone, supine, side-lying, seated, and standing. Once the corrections are applied in the basic positions, we add movement to these corrections either on the mat or with the assistance of the Pilates equipment. Come learn why Scolio-Pilates, a form of Pilates that allows for modifications to assist the client with scoliosis in the Pilates studio, is now being used by children’s hospitals, physical therapy clinics, and Pilates studios worldwide to help with the management of scoliosis.

Register Here

Instructor: Helen New, Master Scolio-Pilates Instructor

Welcome to Scolio-Pilates Module 1

This course is a building block and lays the foundation for the Scolio-Pilates Module 2: The Professional Seminar. You will receive a strong base in the anatomy of scoliosis to help you understand what is happening under the skin that creates the changes we see and experience with scoliosis on the surface and with movement. With this understanding, you will be better equipped to make the best scoliosis specific exercise choices. Topics to be covered include:

• What is scoliosis? Who it affects and its effects on the systems of the body
• Experience scoliosis! What it feels like to do Pilates with scoliosis
• Anatomy of Scoliosis
• Understanding functional v structural scoliosis
• Defining the convexities and concavities
• Theories and laws of movement that apply to scoliosis
• The first 5 exercises for scoliosis

PDP APPROVED: PAA – 8 points, APMA – 8 points

Register Here

Instructor: Helen New, Master Scolio-Pilates Instructor

Challenge your practice with a Scolio-Pilates Professional Seminar!
Module 2 builds upon the pre-requisite Module 1, Scolio-Pilates Professional Seminar.

We will dive deeper into understanding the anatomy of scoliosis and use that understanding to define the curves of scoliosis (3, 4 and thoraco-lumbar curves). Once we define the curves we can begin to understand how to correct those curves towards neutral. We use scoliosis specific corrections and scoliosis specific exercises to aid us in bringing our clients towards a more balanced system.

The scoliosis specific exercises begin with corrections in the basic positions of prone, supine, side-lying, seated and standing. Once the corrections are applied in the basic positions, we add movement to these corrections either on the mat or with the assistance of the Pilates equipment. Come learn why Scolio-Pilates, a form of Pilates that allows for modifications to assist the client with scoliosis in the Pilates studio, is now being used by children’s hospitals, physical therapy clinics and Pilates studios worldwide to help with the management of scoliosis.

PDP APPROVED: PAA – 14 points, APMA – 12 points

Register Here

Follow this link for details about this online format here

Dates: 3-5 March, 2023
Times: 3 March: 2pm – 6pm CET (Germany); 4-5 March 2pm – 8pm CET (Germany)
Master Scolio-Pilates Master Instructor: Julie Selwood
Language: English

Welcome to Scolio-Pilates Module 2

Module 2 builds upon the pre-requisite Module 1, Scolio-Pilates Professional Seminar.

We will dive deeper into understanding the anatomy of scoliosis and use that understanding to define the curves of scoliosis (3, 4, and thoracolumbar curves). Once we define the curves we can begin to understand how to correct those curves toward neutral. We use scoliosis-specific corrections and scoliosis-specific exercises to aid us in bringing our clients towards a more balanced system.

The scoliosis-specific exercises begin with corrections in the basic positions of prone, supine, side-lying, seated, and standing. Once the corrections are applied in the basic positions, we add movement to these corrections either on the mat or with the assistance of the Pilates equipment. Come learn why Scolio-Pilates, a form of Pilates that allows for modifications to assist the client with scoliosis in the Pilates studio, is now being used by children’s hospitals, physical therapy clinics, and Pilates studios worldwide to help with the management of scoliosis.

Register Here

Instructor: Helen New, Master Scolio-Pilates Instructor

Welcome to Scolio-Pilates Module 1

This course is a building block and lays the foundation for the Scolio-Pilates Module 2: The Professional Seminar. You will receive a strong base in the anatomy of scoliosis to help you understand what is happening under the skin that creates the changes we see and experience with scoliosis on the surface and with movement. With this understanding, you will be better equipped to make the best scoliosis specific exercise choices. Topics to be covered include:

• What is scoliosis? Who it affects and its effects on the systems of the body
• Experience scoliosis! What it feels like to do Pilates with scoliosis
• Anatomy of Scoliosis
• Understanding functional v structural scoliosis
• Defining the convexities and concavities
• Theories and laws of movement that apply to scoliosis
• The first 5 exercises for scoliosis

PDP APPROVED: PAA – 8 points, APMA – 8 points

Register Here

Instructor: Helen New, Master Scolio-Pilates Instructor

Challenge your practice with a Scolio-Pilates Professional Seminar!
Module 2 builds upon the pre-requisite Module 1, Scolio-Pilates Professional Seminar.

We will dive deeper into understanding the anatomy of scoliosis and use that understanding to define the curves of scoliosis (3, 4 and thoraco-lumbar curves). Once we define the curves we can begin to understand how to correct those curves towards neutral. We use scoliosis specific corrections and scoliosis specific exercises to aid us in bringing our clients towards a more balanced system.

The scoliosis specific exercises begin with corrections in the basic positions of prone, supine, side-lying, seated and standing. Once the corrections are applied in the basic positions, we add movement to these corrections either on the mat or with the assistance of the Pilates equipment. Come learn why Scolio-Pilates, a form of Pilates that allows for modifications to assist the client with scoliosis in the Pilates studio, is now being used by children’s hospitals, physical therapy clinics and Pilates studios worldwide to help with the management of scoliosis.

PDP APPROVED: PAA – 14 points, APMA – 12 points

Register Here

Instructor: Helen New, Master Scolio-Pilates Instructor

Welcome to Scolio-Pilates Module 1

This course is a building block and lays the foundation for the Scolio-Pilates Module 2: The Professional Seminar. You will receive a strong base in the anatomy of scoliosis to help you understand what is happening under the skin that creates the changes we see and experience with scoliosis on the surface and with movement. With this understanding, you will be better equipped to make the best scoliosis specific exercise choices. Topics to be covered include:

• What is scoliosis? Who it affects and its effects on the systems of the body
• Experience scoliosis! What it feels like to do Pilates with scoliosis
• Anatomy of Scoliosis
• Understanding functional v structural scoliosis
• Defining the convexities and concavities
• Theories and laws of movement that apply to scoliosis
• The first 5 exercises for scoliosis

PDP APPROVED: PAA – 8 points, APMA – 8 points

Register Here

Instructor: Helen New, Master Scolio-Pilates Instructor

Challenge your practice with a Scolio-Pilates Professional Seminar!
Module 2 builds upon the pre-requisite Module 1, Scolio-Pilates Professional Seminar.

We will dive deeper into understanding the anatomy of scoliosis and use that understanding to define the curves of scoliosis (3, 4 and thoraco-lumbar curves). Once we define the curves we can begin to understand how to correct those curves towards neutral. We use scoliosis specific corrections and scoliosis specific exercises to aid us in bringing our clients towards a more balanced system.

The scoliosis specific exercises begin with corrections in the basic positions of prone, supine, side-lying, seated and standing. Once the corrections are applied in the basic positions, we add movement to these corrections either on the mat or with the assistance of the Pilates equipment. Come learn why Scolio-Pilates, a form of Pilates that allows for modifications to assist the client with scoliosis in the Pilates studio, is now being used by children’s hospitals, physical therapy clinics and Pilates studios worldwide to help with the management of scoliosis.

PDP APPROVED: PAA – 14 points, APMA – 12 points

Register Here

This Scolio-Pilates Enhancement Module is a course for professionals that require a deeper understanding of the challenges of asymmetries in the dance studio and dance performance.  Modules 1 & 2 are not required.

Instructor: Suzanne Koucheravy, Master Scolio-Pilates Instructor

Dates: April 12 (online) and April 15-16 (in-person)
Times:

• Wednesday, April 12th: 2 pm – 4 pm ET (Online)
• Saturday and Sunday, April 15th-16th  10am-6pm ET (In Person)
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Welcome to Scoliosis and Dancers 

Course Agenda

Hour 1- 2: Introduction – Dancers with Scoliosis; What we see in the studio

Hour 3-4: Defining Scoliosis

Hour 5: How Scoliosis affects classical technique – what we see in the mirror; How asymmetry affects basic dance movements; 5-point assessment

Hour 6: End range/hyper mobility/ scoliosis transition zones – a cautionary tale

Hour 7: Corrective Alignment – does elongate = pull up?

Hour 8:  A study in Arabesque – a discussion of  two sides

Hour 9-11: A study in plie, tendu, and port de bras

Hour 12: Teaching  the dancer with scoliosis – three-dimensional considerations

Hour 13: Basic Warm-up/Restorative exercises for the studio

Hour 14: Considerations when Teaching  an Interesting Spine

“If only I had found Suzanne and Scolio-Pilates sooner! I danced with a chronic ankle injury for 2+ years, and no amount of physical therapy could fix the nagging pain. It was only after working with Suzanne that my ankle pain resolved permanently. My eyes have been opened to the advantage of understanding the idiosyncrasies of the body as an athlete. Now, I can’t go more than 2 weeks without checking in with Suzanne and working on my alignment!” – SS, professional dancer helped by Suzanne’s techniques that you will learn in this enhancement module.

REGISTER HERE

Welcome to your Scolio-Pilates Module 3: The Mentorship!
We are thrilled that you are applying to be part of our team.

Instructor: Karena Thek, Author, and Founder of Scolio-Pilates

To learn more about the 4-part process of becoming a Scolio-Pilates Practitioner, go here. 

The Scolio-Pilates Mentorship is a 4-day intensive study (24 hours of class time) of three-dimensional exercise for scoliosis for professionals in the field of exercise science. These professionals include, but are not limited to, Pilates Instructors and Physical Therapists. 

Continuing Education Approvals:

• Professional Development Points (PDPs) from the Pilates Association of Australia: 15
• Continuing Education Credits (CECs) from the National Pilates Certification Program (NPCP): 24

To apply to this course, you must:

• Be a professional in the field of movement: Physical Therapist, Pilates Instructor, etc.
• Complete the Scolio-Pilates Module 1 and 2.
• Spend 6-12 months working with scoliosis clients/patients.
• Apply to the Scolio-Pilates Mentorship. This application includes a detailed case report of your work with one scoliosis client/patient. A sample case report will be sent to you when you register for Module 3. You will find two links on your receipt page to two sample case studies that you can use to model your own case study.

Included in your Mentorship: 

• Association Annual Fee. Your first-year of Scolio-Pilates Professional Annual Professional Association fee is included in your Module  registration.
  This fee includes :
  • 1-hour of access to Karena for help and advice with clients/patients.
  • Quarterly professional meetings where we will meet online to discuss all topics related to scoliosis. This professional meeting time is crucial for keeping us all up-to-date on what is happening in the field of scoliosis and exercise. The learning begins in the Mentorship classroom and continues in earnest as you take on more scoliosis clients and collaborate with your colleagues in the profession of scoliosis.
  • Free registration to all Scolio-Pilates Modules 1 and 2 in exchange for your assistance. You will receive continuing education credits for your attendance.

Join the Scolio-Pilates Mentorship and Team! More help is needed around the world to support those living with scoliosis!

Frequently Asked Questions:

• Can anyone attend the Mentorship and be an Authorized Scolio-Pilates Practitioner?
  Unfortunately, no. To be an Authorized Scolio-Pilates Practitioner, you must be a professional in your field of movement or therapeutic exercise.  Pilates instructors,  Physical therapists, massage therapists, and yoga instructors are acceptable professions. If you are a professional in some other form of movement or health management technique, please ask about your eligibility! Email Karena at Karena@osteopilates.com.
• What is the process for becoming an Authorized Scolio-Pilates Practitioner?
  You must first attend Scolio-Pilates Modules 1 and 2.  After attending the first two Scolio-Pilates seminars, you can register for the Scolio-Pilates Mentorship, Module 3. There must be 6-12 months between your Scolio-Pilates Seminar and the Scolio-Pilates Mentorship, so you have time to practice what you learned in your first two courses. When you register for your Mentorship, you will receive a sample case study that you will use as a model to complete your own case study. This case study is part of your application to attend the Scolio-Pilates Mentorship. When your application is accepted, you can then attend the Mentorship. After the Mentorship, you will have more work to do to complete your case study. Once this work is accepted, you are then an authorized Scolio-Pilates Practitioner!
• What is the case study?
  Essentially, the case study is a very thorough report of the work you performed with one scoliosis client/patient. You will see this client for 10 visits and report on what you did, the progress you made, questions you have, and where you want to go next with this client. Please see the sample case study to help you perform this task.
• What are the benefits of being an Authorized Scolio-Pilates Practitioner?
  There are many. Just to name a few, you will be invited to attend four professional meetings a year of the Scolio-Pilates Practitioner group. Scolio-Pilates Practitioners and Master Instructors will present new information, review the Scolio-Pilates Method, and present new exercises. We also invite professionals from outside the Scolio-Pilates field to present to the group to broaden our experience of all movement methods. You will be invited to assist at workshops and Mentorships to refresh your knowledge and help others like yourself who are ready to create life-changing results in those living with scoliosis.
• From a business point of view, is there a need to help those with scoliosis?
  Yes, and YES! This is a very under-served population. For several of our practitioners, once they begin seeing scoliosis clients, it becomes the biggest percentage of their clientele. We need more practitioners with a passion for serving this population!
• Is it going to be fun or REALLY fun?
  It’s going to be REALLY fun! And it’s going to be a lot of work.  Scolio-Pilates Module 3 is also called the Scolio-Pilates Mentorship. We are here to mentor you and guide you each step of the way toward a deeper understanding of the work through hands-on guidance of the Scolio-Pilates method.  We will help you make decisions about scoliosis-specific corrections as they relate specifically to your clients, patients, and our scoliosis models.The entire journey of becoming an Authorized Scolio-Pilates Practitioner can be just over a year-long process, but the rewards are great. We are excited that you are ready to take the next step in the journey!

Register Here

Instructor: Helen New, Master Scolio-Pilates Instructor

Welcome to Scolio-Pilates Module 1

This course is a building block and lays the foundation for the Scolio-Pilates Module 2: The Professional Seminar. You will receive a strong base in the anatomy of scoliosis to help you understand what is happening under the skin that creates the changes we see and experience with scoliosis on the surface and with movement. With this understanding, you will be better equipped to make the best scoliosis specific exercise choices. Topics to be covered include:

• What is scoliosis? Who it affects and its effects on the systems of the body
• Experience scoliosis! What it feels like to do Pilates with scoliosis
• Anatomy of Scoliosis
• Understanding functional v structural scoliosis
• Defining the convexities and concavities
• Theories and laws of movement that apply to scoliosis
• The first 5 exercises for scoliosis

PDP APPROVED: PAA – 8 points, APMA – 8 points

Register Here

Instructor: Helen New, Master Scolio-Pilates Instructor

Challenge your practice with a Scolio-Pilates Professional Seminar!
Module 2 builds upon the pre-requisite Module 1, Scolio-Pilates Professional Seminar.

We will dive deeper into understanding the anatomy of scoliosis and use that understanding to define the curves of scoliosis (3, 4 and thoraco-lumbar curves). Once we define the curves we can begin to understand how to correct those curves towards neutral. We use scoliosis specific corrections and scoliosis specific exercises to aid us in bringing our clients towards a more balanced system.

The scoliosis specific exercises begin with corrections in the basic positions of prone, supine, side-lying, seated and standing. Once the corrections are applied in the basic positions, we add movement to these corrections either on the mat or with the assistance of the Pilates equipment. Come learn why Scolio-Pilates, a form of Pilates that allows for modifications to assist the client with scoliosis in the Pilates studio, is now being used by children’s hospitals, physical therapy clinics and Pilates studios worldwide to help with the management of scoliosis.

PDP APPROVED: PAA – 14 points, APMA – 12 points

Register Here

Location: Scolio-Pilates, Scoliosis and Spine Center
Date: June 9th
Times: 9am – 6pm
Address: 1735 Olde Towne Rd, Alexandria, VA 22307
Nearest Airport: Reagan National
Hotel Recommendations: Search for hotels in Old Town Alexandria, Virginia
Instructor: Suzanne Koucheravy, Master Scolio-Pilates Instructor 

Welcome to Scolio-Pilates Module 1

This course is a building block and lays the foundation for the Scolio-Pilates Module 2: The Professional Seminar. You will receive a strong base in the anatomy of scoliosis to help you understand what is happening under the skin that creates the changes we see and experience with scoliosis on the surface and with movement. With this understanding, you will be better equipped to make the best scoliosis-specific exercise choices. Topics to be covered include:

• What is scoliosis? Who it affects and its effects on the systems of the body
• Experience scoliosis! What it feels like to do Pilates with scoliosis
• Anatomical knowledge of the musculo-skeletal changes that accompany the scoliosis syndrome
• Understanding functional v structural scoliosis
• Defining the convexities and concavities
• Theories and laws of movement that apply to scoliosis
• The first 5 exercises for scoliosis

Register Here

Instructor:
Suzanne Koucheravy, Scolio-Pilates Master Instructor

 Location: Scolio-Pilates, Scoliosis and Spine Center
Dates: June 10-11th
Time: 9am – 6pm
Location: Alexandria, VA
Nearest Airport: Reagan National
Address: 1735 Olde Towne Rd, Alexandria, VA 22307

Welcome to Scolio-Pilates Module 2

Module 2 builds upon the pre-requisite Module 1, Scolio-Pilates Professional Seminar.

We will dive deeper into understanding the anatomy of scoliosis and use that understanding to define the curves of scoliosis (3, 4, and thoracolumbar curves). Once we define the curves we can begin to understand how to correct those curves toward neutral. We use scoliosis-specific corrections and scoliosis-specific exercises to aid us in bringing our clients towards a more balanced system.

The scoliosis-specific exercises begin with corrections in the basic positions of prone, supine, side-lying, seated, and standing. Once the corrections are applied in the basic positions, we add movement to these corrections either on the mat or with the assistance of the Pilates equipment. Come learn why Scolio-Pilates, a form of Pilates that allows for modifications to assist the client with scoliosis in the Pilates studio, is now being used by children’s hospitals, physical therapy clinics, and Pilates studios worldwide to help with the management of scoliosis.

Register Here

Instructor: Helen New, Master Scolio-Pilates Instructor

Welcome to Scolio-Pilates Module 1

This course is a building block and lays the foundation for the Scolio-Pilates Module 2: The Professional Seminar. You will receive a strong base in the anatomy of scoliosis to help you understand what is happening under the skin that creates the changes we see and experience with scoliosis on the surface and with movement. With this understanding, you will be better equipped to make the best scoliosis specific exercise choices. Topics to be covered include:

• What is scoliosis? Who it affects and its effects on the systems of theCam body
• Experience scoliosis! What it feels like to do Pilates with scoliosis
• Anatomy of Scoliosis
• Understanding functional v structural scoliosis
• Defining the convexities and concavities
• Theories and laws of movement that apply to scoliosis
• The first 5 exercises for scoliosis

PDP APPROVED: PAA – 8 points, APMA – 8 points

Register Here

Instructor: Helen New, Master Scolio-Pilates Instructor

Challenge your practice with a Scolio-Pilates Professional Seminar!
Module 2 builds upon the pre-requisite Module 1, Scolio-Pilates Professional Seminar.

We will dive deeper into understanding the anatomy of scoliosis and use that understanding to define the curves of scoliosis (3, 4 and thoraco-lumbar curves). Once we define the curves we can begin to understand how to correct those curves towards neutral. We use scoliosis specific corrections and scoliosis specific exercises to aid us in bringing our clients towards a more balanced system.

The scoliosis specific exercises begin with corrections in the basic positions of prone, supine, side-lying, seated and standing. Once the corrections are applied in the basic positions, we add movement to these corrections either on the mat or with the assistance of the Pilates equipment. Come learn why Scolio-Pilates, a form of Pilates that allows for modifications to assist the client with scoliosis in the Pilates studio, is now being used by children’s hospitals, physical therapy clinics and Pilates studios worldwide to help with the management of scoliosis.

PDP APPROVED: PAA – 14 points, APMA – 12 points

REGISTER HERE

Welcome to your Scolio-Pilates Module 3: The Mentorship!
We are thrilled that you are applying to be part of our team.

To learn more about the 4-part process of becoming a Scolio-Pilates Practitioner, you can learn more here. 

The Scolio-Pilates Mentorship is a 4-day intensive study (24 hours of class time) of three-dimensional exercise for scoliosis for professionals in the field of exercise science. These professionals include, but are not limited to, Pilates Instructors and Physical Therapists.

To apply to this course you must:

• Be a professional in the field of movement: Physical Therapist, Pilates Instructor, etc.
• Complete the Scolio-Pilates Introductory Course or The Scolio-Pilates Anatomy Course along with the Scolio-Pilates Seminar.
• Spend 6-12 months working with scoliosis clients/patients.
• Apply to the Scolio-Pilates Mentorship. This application includes a detailed case report of your work with one scoliosis client/patient. A sample case report will be sent to you when you make the deposit for the course. The deposit will be returned if your application is not
  accepted.

Included in your Mentorship: 

• Membership Fee. Your first year of Scolio-Pilates Professional Membership fee is included in your first year.
  This fee includes :
  • 1-hour of access to Karena for help and advice with clients/patients.
  • Quarterly professional meetings where we will meet online to discuss all topics related to scoliosis. This professional meeting time is crucial for keeping us all up-to-date on what is happening in the field of scoliosis and exercise. The learning begins in the Mentorship classroom and continues in earnest as you take on more scoliosis clients and collaborate with your colleagues in the profession of scoliosis.
• Scolio-Pilates Starter Kit. These are the Scolio-Wedges to get you started in your Scolio-Pilates practice. They include:
  • (1) K2 Spine Wedge, (10) pairs of Scolio-Wedges, (20) Scolio-Angles (10 Rectangles and 10 Triangles).

We would love to have you join the Scolio-Pilates Mentorship and Team! More help is needed around the world to support the under-served population of those living with scoliosis!

Frequently Asked Questions:

• Can anyone attend the Mentorship and be an Authorized Scolio-Pilates Practitioner?
  No, to be an Authorized Scolio-Pilates Practitioner, you must be a professional in your field of movement or therapeutic exercise.  Pilates instructors and Physical therapists are acceptable professions. If you are a professional in some other form of movement or health management techniques, please just ask us! Email Karena at Karena@osteopilates.com.
• What is the process for becoming an Authorized Scolio-Pilates Practitioner?
  You must first attend the Anatomy of Scoliosis course, followed by the Scolio-Pilates Seminar. After attending the Scolio-Pilates Seminar, you can register for the Scolio-Pilates Mentorship. There must be 6-12 months between your Scolio-Pilates Seminar and the Scolio-Pilates Mentorship so that you have time to practice what you learned in your first two courses. When you register for your Mentorship, you will receive a sample case study that you will use as a model to complete your own case study. This case study is part of your application to attend the Scolio-Pilates Mentorship. When your application is accepted, you can then attend the Mentorship. After the Mentorship, you will have more work to do to complete your case study.
• What is the case study?
  The case study is a basically a very thorough report of the work you performed with one scoliosis client/patient. You will see this client for 10 visits and report on what you did, progress you made, questions you have, and where you want to go next with this client. Please see the sample case study to help you perform this task.
• What are the benefits of being an Authorized Scolio-Pilates Practitioner?
  There are many. Just to name a few, you will be part of an active Facebook group where you can ask questions of Karena or the other practitioners to help you when you run into questions or need advice with clients or patients. You will be part of a quarterly online meeting to refresh your knowledge and skills of scoliosis and Scolio-Pilates. You will be invited to assist at workshops and Mentorships and eventually you may even be eligible to teach the  Anatomy of Scoliosis Preparatory Scolio-Pilates Course.
• From a business point of view, is there a need to help those with scoliosis?
  Yes, and YES! This is a very under-served population. For several of our practitioners, once they begin seeing scoliosis clients, it becomes the biggest percentage of their clientele. We need more practitioners with a passion for serving this under-served population!
• Is it going to be fun or REALLY fun?
  It’s going to be REALLY fun! We always have such a great time. The entire journey of becoming an Authorized Scolio-Pilates Practitioner, can be just over a year-long process, but the rewards are great.

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Dates: September 22, 2023
Times: 9am – 6pm PT
Instructor: Melissa Lee, Scolio-Pilates Master Instructor
Instructor to Student Ratio: 1:12 [accepting only 12 students]

Welcome to Scolio-Pilates Module 1

This course is a building block and lays the foundation for the Scolio-Pilates Module 2: The Professional Seminar. You will receive a strong base in the anatomy of scoliosis to help you understand what is happening under the skin that creates the changes we see and experience with scoliosis on the surface and with movement. With this understanding, you will be better equipped to make the best scoliosis-specific exercise choices. Topics to be covered include:

• What is scoliosis? Who it affects and its effects on the systems of the body
• Experience scoliosis! What it feels like to do Pilates with scoliosis
• Anatomical knowledge of the musculo-skeletal changes that accompany the scoliosis syndrome
• Understanding functional v structural scoliosis
• Defining the convexities and concavities
• Theories and laws of movement that apply to scoliosis
• The first 5 exercises for scoliosis

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Instructor:
Melissa Lee, Scolio-Pilates Master Instructor

Location: Movement of Pilates
Dates: September 23-24th
Time: 9am – 6pm
Location: Santa Clarita, California
Nearest Airport: Los Angeles International and Bob Hope International
Address: 26267 Prima Way, Santa Clarita, California 91351

Welcome to Scolio-Pilates Module 2

Module 2 builds upon the pre-requisite Module 1, Scolio-Pilates Professional Seminar.

We will dive deeper into understanding the anatomy of scoliosis and use that understanding to define the curves of scoliosis (3, 4, and thoracolumbar curves). Once we define the curves we can begin to understand how to correct those curves toward neutral. We use scoliosis-specific corrections and scoliosis-specific exercises to aid us in bringing our clients towards a more balanced system.

The scoliosis-specific exercises begin with corrections in the basic positions of prone, supine, side-lying, seated, and standing. Once the corrections are applied in the basic positions, we add movement to these corrections either on the mat or with the assistance of the Pilates equipment. Come learn why Scolio-Pilates, a form of Pilates that allows for modifications to assist the client with scoliosis in the Pilates studio, is now being used by children’s hospitals, physical therapy clinics, and Pilates studios worldwide to help with the management of scoliosis.

Register Here

Instructor: Helen New, Master Scolio-Pilates Instructor

Welcome to Scolio-Pilates Module 1

This course is a building block and lays the foundation for the Scolio-Pilates Module 2: The Professional Seminar. You will receive a strong base in the anatomy of scoliosis to help you understand what is happening under the skin that creates the changes we see and experience with scoliosis on the surface and with movement. With this understanding, you will be better equipped to make the best scoliosis specific exercise choices. Topics to be covered include:

• What is scoliosis? Who it affects and its effects on the systems of the body
• Experience scoliosis! What it feels like to do Pilates with scoliosis
• Anatomical knowledge of the musculo-skeletal changes that accompany the scoliosis syndrome
• Understanding functional v structural scoliosis
• Defining the convexities and concavities
• Theories and laws of movement that apply to scoliosis
• The first 5 exercises for scoliosis

PDP APPROVED: PAA – 8 points, APMA – 8 points

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Instructor: Helen New, Master Scolio-Pilates Instructor

Challenge your practice with a Scolio-Pilates Professional Seminar!
Module 2 builds upon the pre-requisite Module 1, Scolio-Pilates Professional Seminar.

We will dive deeper into understanding the anatomy of scoliosis and use that understanding to define the curves of scoliosis (3, 4 and thoraco-lumbar curves). Once we define the curves we can begin to understand how to correct those curves towards neutral. We use scoliosis specific corrections and scoliosis specific exercises to aid us in bringing our clients towards a more balanced system.

The scoliosis specific exercises begin with corrections in the basic positions of prone, supine, side-lying, seated and standing. Once the corrections are applied in the basic positions, we add movement to these corrections either on the mat or with the assistance of the Pilates equipment. Come learn why Scolio-Pilates, a form of Pilates that allows for modifications to assist the client with scoliosis in the Pilates studio, is now being used by children’s hospitals, physical therapy clinics and Pilates studios worldwide to help with the management of scoliosis.

PDP APPROVED: PAA – 14 points, APMA – 12 points

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Date: November 11
Times: 9:30am – 12:45pm ET
Location: Pilates on Tour in Miami, Florida, USA
Instructor: Karena Thek, Founder of Scolio-Pilates 

Scolio-Pilates: An Introduction to Scoliosis Exercise

As movement professionals, there are two primary questions that surround scoliosis: What is safe? What is effective?

In this course, we focus on contraindications for scoliosis within a scoliosis-specific exercise program and discuss what is safe outside of a scoliosis-specific program. Together, we will explore how to close the chain in an elongation exercise to provide stability and length simultaneously. You will have new exercises to take home to your clients and a new principle of understanding so you can continue to create closed-chain elongation exercises on your own. After experiencing and applying the movement, we will re-group as a class to discuss the scientific literature that supports this work.