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BAYLEE SALTMARSH
@baylee_saltmarsh

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5 things I wish I knew before I started teaching Pilates 👇🏽 1. Instructors all have a different way of teaching that is their own unique, individual flare. Just because you think someone is great - doesn’t mean you need to imitate! Draw inspiration but have faith in your own style. 2. Just because an instructor has been teaching for a longer time, doesn’t always mean they are going to be more knowledgeable. Do you own research/ study and don’t believe that everything you’re hearing is factual just because “they have more experience”. 3. Programming takes a shit load of time! When formulating a seamless, effective class - it 👏🏽 takes 👏🏽 time. But it does get easier as you build your understanding and exercise library in your head. 4. Turning a passion into a career often means that the relationship with that passion changes. Pilates is still my fav practice but it is also the last thing I want to do after a busy day of teaching it to others. 5. You’re not going to be for everyone. There’s that saying “don’t try and be liked by everyone, you don’t even like everyone”. This is sooooo true!!! You will attract the right crowd for you and they will be loyal to you. Don’t take it personally if someone seems disinterested in you or your class but also be proactive and ask them why (get feedback to keep showing up % better). And here’s a bonus one: 6. Not everything is about you - if a client isn’t smiling at you or giving off a nice energy during a class. It is probably because they are focusing so damn hard on what they are actually doing. Or, they’ve had a shitty day at work and something is on their mind. Instead of getting flustered or upset about it - use it as an opportunity to make them feel special! Engage with them, correct them, and encourage them. #pilatesinstructorlife #pilatesinstructortips #pilatestips #reformerpilatesinstructor #reformerpilates #pilatesreality