Life as a Pilates Instructor: Andrea Chesek of Proper Pilates in Peachtree City, GA

interviews Jun 16, 2021

Here's another in a series of conversations I had with Pilates instructors and studio owners about life as a Pilates instructor.

These honest conversations are a way to gain insight into what life is like as a Pilates teacher. If you're considering becoming a Pilates teacher, these conversations don't hold back. They prepare you for what you have to know.

These are some of the highlights from our conversation:

It's good to gather experience working for a studio before opening up your own. It makes you feel confident about your teaching before you take on that responsibility of your own business.
Teaching private sessions has a different energy than teaching group classes. You might enjoy one more than the other. Private sessions offer a much deeper level of individualization and you get to know your students better.
In a group class, you're going to get better at what you're already good at. And in private sessions, you're going to get better at what you're not good at.
It's easier for students to cheat in a group class than a private session.
For many Pilates teachers, being with people is their favorite part of this profession. Most of us are drawn to help people in need.
Teaching Pilates takes 110% of your energy and your concentration. It can be very tiring.
Creativity in teaching is a wonderful thing, but too much creativity can slow your student's progress.
Why we can sometimes be too critical with our students.

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