Beyond the Reformer
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Beyond the Reformer
Learning to walk again and teaching equestrian Pilates with Julie Driver
Today we’re talking about the power of equestrian Pilates!
Nic chats with Julie Driver, award-winning Pilates educator, international presenter, and equestrian Pilates specialist.
Julie shares her unique journey from acting and modelling into the world of Pilates, how a skiing accident changed her career path, and the moment Monty Roberts asked her, “Why aren’t you following your dream?”
They discuss what horse whispering really is, the power of understanding your own movement as a rider, and how Pilates can serve both teacher and client through life’s injuries and transitions.
Julie also explores her teacher training philosophies, the changing landscape of Pilates education, and why understanding the classical foundations is essential.
Timestamps
00:00 Introduction to Julie Driver
01:20 Julie’s first encounter with Pilates and transition from acting
05:51 Julie’s skiing accident and learning to walk again
08:51 Rediscovering her equestrian passion
11:21 Combining Pilates with equestrian training
15:15 What horse whispering really means
18:32 Techniques and benefits of Pilates for riders
25:41 The importance of feeling and feedback in Pilates
26:32 Teaching style and empowering clients
27:19 Niche teaching for equestrians
29:29 Julie’s teacher training journey
32:38 The value of classical Pilates
33:50 Challenges in Pilates education
44:57 Creating comprehensive teacher training programmes
50:23 Quick-fire questions
54:39 How to work with Julie
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