Have you ever wondered how Joseph Pilates cued his clients? π€ In this video, Lesley Logan, co-founder of OnlinePilatesClasses.com, explores how Joe taught in his studio β from his hands-on approach to his focus on rhythm, movement, and simplicity.
Lesley shares what sheβs learned from first-generation teachers like Jay Grimes, explaining that Joe used fewer words, gave clear action-based cues, and trained his clients to move with purpose rather than overthink every exercise.
Youβll also learn how cueing has changed in modern Pilates β why todayβs classes often include more verbal instruction β and how teachers can bring balance back by observing, choosing the right exercises, and helping clients truly connect to their bodies.
If youβre a Pilates teacher or student, this video gives insight into how to make your cueing (and your practice) more effective, natural, and empowering β just like Joe intended.
π Interested in Lesleyβs eLevate mentorship for teachers? Visit https://lesleylogan.co/elevate
πPractice with us for 40 Days for $40 (Claim this YouTube Promo): https://onlinepilatesclasses.com/youtube
π±Download the app: https://onlinepilatesclasses.com/app
βοΈ Looking at equipment? Here's what I love https://opc.me/perks
πΆ Pilates Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4CsSj9MBM5j6tfLINoQzLf?si=fba10d66fce7489d
πππππππππ ππ¨π« π°πππ€π₯π² ππ’π₯ππππ¬ ππ₯ππ¬π¬ππ¬, ππ¨π°-ππ¨ ππ’πππ¨π¬, ππ§π ππ’π―π π&π π°π’ππ‘ πππ¬π₯ππ² ππ¨π ππ§!
ποΈBe It Till You See It podcast: https://lesleylogan.co/podcast/
π₯Grow Your Fitness Business: https://profitablepilates.com
πThanks for subscribing!
β Lesley Logan
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π₯ πππππ πππ πππ πππππππ ππππππ:
01. The REAL Story Behind Pilates & Joseph Pilates β€ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ER5xa5v6ItU
02. PILATES FOR BEGINNERS: Proper Pilates Form, Transitions, & Best Practices β€ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J6QKbKV6TlU
03. 30 MIN FULL BODY PILATES - Classical Pilates Workout & Mat Order β€ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DguQkFo7Gqo
04. 25 MIN Full Body PILATES WORKOUT FOR BEGINNERS β€ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZiqB1isNBJ8
05. All About the OPC Flashcard Deck Series β€ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pQS9uWYB0qM
π π π¨π₯π₯π¨π° ππ¬ π¨π§ ππ¨ππ’ππ₯ ππππ’π π
π² Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/opc.pilates/
π² Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/onlinepilatesclasses
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πππππ ππππππ πππππππ πππππππ:
We believe movement is life and is core to our mental and physical health, and Pilates is one of the best practices for all stages of life. Weβre all so busy, but you DESERVE to make time FOR YOU, to have fun, and to move with a community that supports your goals. Welcome to the Pilates way of life.
πππππ ππππππ πππππ:
Lesley Logan, a 2nd generation certified Pilates teacher, breathwork, habits and mindset coach, is the founder of OnlinePilatesClasses.com, the first free online catalog of Pilates exercise tutorial videos, where you can also find weekly Pilates classes and workshops. Teaching Pilates since 2008, she has run multiple studios, has trained hundreds of people to become teachers themselves and has taught thousands of students around the world. When not teaching from her studio in Las Vegas, Lesley sheβs hosting her podcast Be It Till You See it or traveling the world leading Pilates retreats. ο»ΏFor my full story go here: ο»Ώhttps://lesleylogan.co/about-lesley/
π₯ ππ‘ππ©πππ«π¬:
00:00 Quick Intro
00:52 What Kind of Cueing Did Joseph Pilates Use?
02:44 How Joeβs Teaching Differs from Todayβs Cueing Styles
05:46 Why This Matters for Your Practice or Teaching
08:19 OPC & eLevate: How We Approach Cueing
11:54 Summing up and Celebrate
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Lesley shares what sheβs learned from first-generation teachers like Jay Grimes, explaining that Joe used fewer words, gave clear action-based cues, and trained his clients to move with purpose rather than overthink every exercise.
Youβll also learn how cueing has changed in modern Pilates β why todayβs classes often include more verbal instruction β and how teachers can bring balance back by observing, choosing the right exercises, and helping clients truly connect to their bodies.
If youβre a Pilates teacher or student, this video gives insight into how to make your cueing (and your practice) more effective, natural, and empowering β just like Joe intended.
π Interested in Lesleyβs eLevate mentorship for teachers? Visit https://lesleylogan.co/elevate
πPractice with us for 40 Days for $40 (Claim this YouTube Promo): https://onlinepilatesclasses.com/youtube
π±Download the app: https://onlinepilatesclasses.com/app
βοΈ Looking at equipment? Here's what I love https://opc.me/perks
πΆ Pilates Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4CsSj9MBM5j6tfLINoQzLf?si=fba10d66fce7489d
πππππππππ ππ¨π« π°πππ€π₯π² ππ’π₯ππππ¬ ππ₯ππ¬π¬ππ¬, ππ¨π°-ππ¨ ππ’πππ¨π¬, ππ§π ππ’π―π π&π π°π’ππ‘ πππ¬π₯ππ² ππ¨π ππ§!
ποΈBe It Till You See It podcast: https://lesleylogan.co/podcast/
π₯Grow Your Fitness Business: https://profitablepilates.com
πThanks for subscribing!
β Lesley Logan
------------------------
π₯ πππππ πππ πππ πππππππ ππππππ:
01. The REAL Story Behind Pilates & Joseph Pilates β€ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ER5xa5v6ItU
02. PILATES FOR BEGINNERS: Proper Pilates Form, Transitions, & Best Practices β€ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J6QKbKV6TlU
03. 30 MIN FULL BODY PILATES - Classical Pilates Workout & Mat Order β€ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DguQkFo7Gqo
04. 25 MIN Full Body PILATES WORKOUT FOR BEGINNERS β€ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZiqB1isNBJ8
05. All About the OPC Flashcard Deck Series β€ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pQS9uWYB0qM
π π π¨π₯π₯π¨π° ππ¬ π¨π§ ππ¨ππ’ππ₯ ππππ’π π
π² Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/opc.pilates/
π² Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/onlinepilatesclasses
π² Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@onlinepilatesclasses
π² Follow on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/onlinepilatesclasses/
πππππ ππππππ πππππππ πππππππ:
We believe movement is life and is core to our mental and physical health, and Pilates is one of the best practices for all stages of life. Weβre all so busy, but you DESERVE to make time FOR YOU, to have fun, and to move with a community that supports your goals. Welcome to the Pilates way of life.
πππππ ππππππ πππππ:
Lesley Logan, a 2nd generation certified Pilates teacher, breathwork, habits and mindset coach, is the founder of OnlinePilatesClasses.com, the first free online catalog of Pilates exercise tutorial videos, where you can also find weekly Pilates classes and workshops. Teaching Pilates since 2008, she has run multiple studios, has trained hundreds of people to become teachers themselves and has taught thousands of students around the world. When not teaching from her studio in Las Vegas, Lesley sheβs hosting her podcast Be It Till You See it or traveling the world leading Pilates retreats. ο»ΏFor my full story go here: ο»Ώhttps://lesleylogan.co/about-lesley/
π₯ ππ‘ππ©πππ«π¬:
00:00 Quick Intro
00:52 What Kind of Cueing Did Joseph Pilates Use?
02:44 How Joeβs Teaching Differs from Todayβs Cueing Styles
05:46 Why This Matters for Your Practice or Teaching
08:19 OPC & eLevate: How We Approach Cueing
11:54 Summing up and Celebrate
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Some of the links in this description are βaffiliate linksβ, a link with a special tracking code. This means if you click on an affiliate link and purchase the item, we will receive an affiliate commission. The price of the item is the same whether it is an affiliate link or not. Regardless, we only recommend products or services we believe will add value to our readers. By using the affiliate links, you are helping support our Website, and we genuinely appreciate your support.
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β οΈ ππ’π¬ππ₯ππ’π¦ππ«:
By watching this video, you agree to our Terms and Conditions, which you can read here https://opc.me/tc
#pilates #josephpilates #pilateshistory #pilatescueing #pilatesinstructors #pilatesteachers #pilatesclass #classicalpilates #onlinepilatesclasses #lesleylogan #opc #pilatescoaching #pilatesmentorship #pilatestechnique #howtoteachpilates #pilatestraining #pilateseducation #pilatescommunity #pilatespractice #contrology