Book Information

You can order the Pilates’ manuals directly through the website. Orders can also be faxed, emailed or mailed by using the order form posted on the website.  You can also use the order form to pre-order future manuals. Please contact Jennifer Stacey, M.S. info@peakperformancepilates.com

Movement Perspectives™. vol. 1. (English, French). Develop the foundation for teaching Pilates. History of Joe and Clara, Pilates principles and goals, concepts, the 16 basic Pilates skills, imagery, cues, program design. Gender differences. Organ-muscle relationships. Factors that influence performance. Basic principles of bio-mechanics, physiology, neuro-muscular re-education, the science of Pilates, anatomy of breathing. Is stretch appropriate? Posture and Gait analysis. Business of Pilates. Pre-Pilates: Movements inspired by M. Feldenkrais, Physio-synthesis™ and physical therapy, that prepare the body for Pilates. 176 pages, 714 photos, 42 original illustrations. English: $74.95, French: $82.98, plus tax & ship. Author: Jennifer M. Stacey, M.S.      Contributers: Jarmo Ahonen, P.T., Marika Molnar, P.T., LAc., Andreas Risch, D.O., P.T., Richard Robertshaw, D.C., Chady Wonson, D.C., LAc., C.N.T., C.N.C.

Movement Perspectives™ II: Client edition. 156 pages $64.95 + tax & ship. Client edition of Movement Perspectives™.  A well received comprehensive manual that creates a foundation to understand Pilates and Movement: Joseph and Clara Pilates’ History, Master Teachers, Principles and concepts, Imagery, Program Design, Neuro-muscle Physiology, Breathing, Kinesiology, Pilates Kinesiology, Breathing, Organ-Muscle Relationship, Factors that influence movement, Posture and Gait Analysis. Detailed instructions on performing Pre-Pilates movements that prepare the body for Pilates. Author: Jennifer M. Stacey, M.S.     Contributers: Jarmo Ahonen, P.T., Marika Molnar, P.T., LAc., Richard Robertshaw, D.C., Chady Wonson, D.C., LAc., C.N.T., C.N.C.

Teaching the Universal Reformer Repertoire. vol. 2. 256 pages, 2740 photos. $78.99 + tax, shipping. Discount given when ordered with MP™. Comprehensive teaching manual featuring the Universal Reformer Repertoire, Classic Transitions, Mounts/Dismounts, Sequencing, Modifications, Variations, Spotting, Real Client Errors, Benefits, Imagery and Cues. Teaching “gems” from the Pilates’ Elders. Photographs of various body types and levels performing the work. Dr. Wonsons’ tips: Structural, Neural, Meridian Benefits.
Author: Jennifer M. Stacey, M.S.
Contributor: Dr. Chady Wonson, D.C., LAc., C.T.N., C.N.C.

Roller Play™ – Roller Repertoire. 40 pages. Color: $48.99. B&W: $28.99. Discount given when ordered with MP™. For clients and teachers. As featured in the June 2010 Pilatestyle Magazine. Detailed, step-by-step instructions on how to perform over 65 skills on the roller.  Author: Jennifer M. Stacey, M.S.
Contributor: Dr. Chady Wonson, D.C., LAc., C.T.N., C.N.C.

Future manuals. Pre-order using existing order form:

Volume 3: Teaching the Pilates Mat Repertoire, Levels I – V.

Volume 4: Teaching the Cadillac, Levels I – V.

Volume 5: Teaching the Chair, Levels I – V.

Volume 6: Teaching the Spine Corrector & Ladder Barrel.

Volume 7: Teaching Magic Circle, Ped-a-pul, Breathasizer, Toe and Foot Correctors. Mini manuals will also be available.

Volume 8: Teaching Ball, Band and Roller. Mini manuals optional.

Volume 9: Program Design for Injuries, Scoliosis & Pregnancy.

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