There
are several methods on how best to cue your Pilates students- an
instructor’s personal cueing style is influenced by how they were
taught, where they’ve worked and/or trained, as well as simple personal
preference. Is there a ‘right’ way to cue to optimise learning, or is it
a case of each individual finding what works best for them?
At Polestar Pilates Asia we
recommend clear, concise cueing instructions, following Joseph Pilates
lessons which emphasised concentrating on the purpose of each exercise.
His cueing methods were direct, forceful and concise - taking out the
unnecessary words makes your message that much more powerful.
Concise
cues keep your students' attention, as well as integrate, and process
the cues conceptually and physically. In addition they are typically
better understood by speakers of other languages (which is especially
important in Asia), and by Pilates beginners.
How do you train yourself to instruct in a concise manner?
One
of the best ways to learn not only your teaching style, but how to
improve it is by recording your next class, then not only listening to
it but transcribing every word you said. Were your cues well thought
out? Were they intentional, clear, valuable? Did you allow your students
the needed time and quiet to integrate the cues you gave?
Now
rewatch the recording, putting yourself in your student’s shoes- how
would you feel if you were instructing yourself? Are your words
meaningful? Are you speaking with intention? Really think about what
cues will be most beneficial to your students or class. Are there any
changes needed? The golden rule is to cut everything you’ve said that’s
not absolutely necessary to perform the movement.
Here is a great article from Nichole Anderson on the subject - https://blog.polestarpilates.com/7-tips-to-make-your-cues-count-whats-your-fluff/
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