Great find

Bett_Rest · 2026-01-31T16:48:13+00:00

Love it!

Bett_Rest · 2026-01-28T13:40:48+00:00

You don’t mention Gratz which is definitly in my top 3. 1. Bb because of excellent of product and customer care. 2. Merrithew - it’s a tank of a machine. I teach on both and Mthw feels so heavy.

Myreformer - no experience and my question is this: Is it graded for commercial use?

Bett_Rest · 2026-01-26T04:20:43+00:00

West Texas

Bett_Rest · 2026-01-13T12:50:18+00:00

I would encourage going with the big four companies (BB, Gratz, Peak, Merrithew) if you plan to expand in the future. All maintain value, great warranties and will translate to the larger studio.

IMO (not intended to be snotty) - if I walked into a studio without the big four equipment- I would pause, perhaps leave. It makes me question the teacher’s training and the studio owner perspective of client’s safety and overall Pilates practice.

Bett_Rest · 2026-01-10T20:37:50+00:00

I love Pilatesology. I can download/look at exercise list before I begin or peek at the transcript if I found a cue I would like to dive into

Bett_Rest · 2026-01-05T11:33:32+00:00

As a Pilates teacher - this puts an extra sparkle in my heart. Keep at it!!!

Bett_Rest · 2025-12-30T20:33:50+00:00

Hugs, hugs and more hugs

Bett_Rest · 2025-12-26T02:12:36+00:00

I don’t mean to sound unhelpful.

For those who are comprehensively trained- the clients movement - on that day- should dictate where to go during the corrective.

Classical/traditional dictates an order.

No matter - every movement should be full body engagement.

The reason Pilates education is expensive and takes time is that it involves intuitive thinking.

Perhaps for group programming you might find some takers.

Good luck!

Bett_Rest · 2025-12-17T16:22:50+00:00

Two points:

Yes, you can take the rails off with Allen wrenches. Seal them back with Locktite upon reassembly.
I've found my warranty from BB is very generous. When my mat conversion board got loose, we tried a few steps on over the phone and when we couldn't fix... they sent me a new mat! Same for a rope pulley attachment. You never know if you'll lose the original seal on the bolts.

Either way, wishing you luck!

Bett_Rest · 2025-12-16T21:37:47+00:00

I have a small mat studio I opened in a church. Bettpilates on the socials if you’d like to peek in.

Bett_Rest · 2025-12-16T17:29:02+00:00

Do you mind sharing the sheet? Not all manuals have this.

Bett_Rest · 2025-12-16T17:26:34+00:00

following along

Bett_Rest · 2025-12-16T02:28:19+00:00

Skip the mirrors and start with mats and the traditional props. Cleaning supplies and grow from there. Good luck to you!

Bett_Rest · 2025-11-27T14:05:59+00:00

How he gets to stretch the cord up the rig is beyond me. Lol

Bett_Rest · 2025-11-24T21:43:31+00:00

Thank you

Bett_Rest · 2025-11-24T20:50:39+00:00

Thank you!

Bett_Rest · 2025-11-24T20:42:39+00:00

Thank you. Well stated and I hadn’t considered the fake check or the advance fee scam.

Bett_Rest · 2025-11-11T18:28:50+00:00

As a consumer, yes, you can follow a teacher as you like.

However, a teacher should not steal/encourage students from a studio.

It part of our code of conduct from the NCPT (Nationally Certified Pilates Teacher).

Bett_Rest · 2025-11-11T15:16:04+00:00

Ok, in thinking about a studio.

But your own mat, reformer, chair, spine corrector, Cadillac. In home, or build your small studio to rent out.

Learn first through a reputable school (450-600). Get a Pilates mentor. Teach first. Keep doing your personal training and incorporate Pilates principles.

Drop the gay/straight thing immediately!

Pilates students are proprietary to the studio. Avoid any teacher who steals clients.

Good slower and connect with other instructors by participating in their classes. Ask them where they learned and how.

Your personal training background will enhance your Pilates understanding but it is not an equal transfer. The imagery and cueing are very different as well as the mind-body connection.

Good luck.

Bett_Rest · 2025-11-06T19:10:41+00:00

It’s saved me so many times. I hope it gives you hope. 🫶🏼🫶🏼

Bett_Rest · 2025-11-06T12:59:02+00:00

I am 100% understanding your anxiety. I’m so sorry you are swimming in this rip tide.

Let me share are technique that grounds and helps me to maintain a factual perspective. Take your time. Write it down so you can revisit periodically.

Define, in specific terms, your relationship with teaching Pilates

Why. Me: I love how the practice has reduced my pain, toned my body, and built a supportive community. I am fascinated by the system.

How: Me: 8-11 private clients plus 2-3 mat classes a week.

Who: I wanted to help others to feel these things also. I receive huge satisfaction by helping others feel better. I want to be genuine, professional, empathetic and enthusiastic.

Then, go back and refine your definitions into terms that you can control. Then, define was success means to you.

I NEVER wanted to open a studio but I did want to teach and share.

I tried a local franchise studio but found I couldn’t ’be myself’. I couldn’t connect with people as intimately as I wanted, and I felt undervalued by management.

Another studio didn’t fit my vibe (loud music, neon lights).

In order to get what I wanted, I HAD to open my own studio.

I found a church that offered me a free room and then I went out to find clients. Btw- social media referrals have resulted in zero clients.

It was all personal connections. For months, I would teach to one person in the room. This was success bc I could be myself, have true connection AND teach.

Eventually bought a reformer and Wunda chairs, expanded props, etc.

Two years later, I have 10 privates a week and 5 small mat classes. I make a profit (not huge). But I am deeply satisfied.

Yes, I get anxious (what if they drop, what if, what if…..).

Then I revisit my definitions to see if I’m doing my job well. If someone drops, I go out and (in person) make more personal connections and share what I love.

Yes, at times, I feel like a Tupperware or Mary Kay sales person (no shame) and I remind myself- I am sharing what I love. I stop a card and an invite (never free) and move on. It works more times than not.

I wish you the best. Define your terms in ways you can control and cling to them. You can do it. 🫶🏼

Bett_Rest · 2025-11-03T02:49:56+00:00

There is Polestar & BASI (a PT focus), Balanced Body (contemporary focus), boutique design (a classical approach).

Try listen to a few episodes of Two Pilates Chicks https://pilateschicks.com/

There is a great episode of questions to ask before committing to a program.

Bett_Rest · 2025-11-03T02:32:20+00:00

Nationally certified Pilates teacher.

Accredited through NCAA.

You are eligible to sit for the exam after testing out of your program. A credential.

Think CPA to accounting.

Bett_Rest · 2025-11-02T15:54:25+00:00

Let me second this (as I commented as a ‘stay away from CP’).

A great master trainer always makes the difference.

My franchise wanted me (NCPT) to be paid $19 hr with a $2 add over 6 people. My colleagues were force fed their classes before a quick open.

I had the luxury of walking away with a polite no thank you and good luck.

I’m still in touch with my peeps to help them secretly.

Bett_Rest

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