CÉCILE ELIAS | CLASSICAL PILATES EDUCATIONAL WORKSHOP
February 6–7, 2027 | Body & Mind Pilates Training Studio | Boca Raton, Florida
Discover the Details. Deepen Your Understanding. Transform the Way You Move and Teach.
Join us at Body & Mind Pilates Training Studio as we welcome Cécile Elias for a special weekend dedicated to the depth, intelligence, and intention behind the Classical Pilates method.
Through thoughtful exploration of breath, spinal mobility, apparatus work, and the role of the arms throughout the Mat repertoire, Cécile invites participants to look beyond simply performing an exercise and begin understanding what makes it truly effective.
Designed for Pilates instructors, teachers in training, and dedicated practitioners, this experience offers an opportunity to revisit familiar exercises with a fresh perspective, strengthen your understanding of the classical system, and discover meaningful connections between movement, breath, and control.
Whether you’re looking to refine your teaching, deepen your personal practice, or reconnect with the details that make the Pilates method so extraordinary, we invite you to join us.
SUNDAY’S EDUCATIONAL WORKSHOPS
WORKSHOP I: OPEN YOUR HEART
Breathing, Barrels, Baby Arm Chair & Pedi Pole
Saturday, February 6 | 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM
In Open Your Heart, Cécile takes us deeper into the relationship between breath, spinal mobility, and the organization of the upper body.
With a particular emphasis on creating space throughout the thoracic spine, this workshop explores how intentional breathing and carefully selected apparatus exercises can influence the way we move, organize, and support the body.
Participants will explore:
The Power of Breath: Discover breathing techniques and the implementation of the Breath-e-ciser, exploring how conscious breathing can influence movement and awareness throughout the Pilates system.
Opening Work on the Barrels: Explore how the Barrels can encourage thoracic extension, create space through the chest, and support greater awareness of spinal movement.
The Baby Arm Chair: Examine the relationship between the arms, shoulders, chest, and back while exploring how the apparatus helps organize and lift the upper body.
The Pedi Pole: Investigate the balance between lift, stability, and control, creating opportunities to better understand the relationship between the spine, shoulders, and upper body.
Applying the Work to the Repertoire: Connect these discoveries to familiar exercises, including Second Stomach Massage, Short Box Straight, and Short Box Twist.
WORKSHOP II: INTENTIONAL ARMS ON THE MAT
Understanding the Role of the Arms Throughout the Classical Mat Repertoire
Saturday, February 6 | 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM
In Intentional Arms on the Mat, Cécile invites participants to take a deeper look at the purpose of the arms throughout the Mat repertoire and how their actions influence the body as a whole.
This workshop explores not only what the arms are doing, but why their participation matters.
What we’ll explore:
The intention behind arm placement and movement throughout the Classical Mat repertoire.
How the arms contribute to organization, stability, coordination, and control.
Understanding the relationship between the arms, shoulder girdle, trunk, and spine.
Recognizing when the arms are actively supporting an exercise rather than simply moving through it.
How to facilitate the necessary actions of the arms with or without additional support from the studio apparatus and classical system.
Developing greater awareness of the details that can influence the execution and experience of familiar Mat exercises.
SATURDAY SCHEDULE
SATURDAY, February 6, 2027 | PRIVATE SESSIONS WITH CECILE
A full day dedicated exclusively to private sessions with Cecile.
Recieve individualized guidance, detailed assessment, and direct experience of Cecile’s renowned teaching approach.
FULL SUNDAY SCHEDULE
SUNDAY, February 7, 2027
9:00 – 10:00 AM | Classical Pilates Mat Class with Cécile Elias (OPEN TO ALL LEVELS)
Begin the morning with a guided Classical Pilates Mat class before transitioning into the educational workshops.
The Mat class is also available as a separate registration and welcomes participants of all levels.
10:00 AM – 12:30 PM | Workshop I: Open Your Heart
Explore breathing techniques, thoracic mobility, and the Barrels, Baby Arm Chair, and Pedi Pole, with applications throughout the classical repertoire.
12:30 – 1:00 PM | Lunch Break
1:00 – 3:30 PM | Workshop II: Intentional Arms on the Mat
Take a closer look at the purpose of the arms throughout the Classical Mat repertoire and their relationship to the organization of the entire body.
ABOUT CÉCILE ELIAS
A Lifelong Student of Movement and the Classical Pilates Method
Cécile Elias brings more than two decades of Pilates teaching experience and a deep commitment to continued education within the Classical Pilates method.
Beginning her Pilates journey at the age of 15, Cécile discovered the method while recovering from a broken ankle. What began as a way to continue moving developed into a lasting passion for Pilates and the possibilities it offers the body.
Cécile began teaching Pilates in 2004 and received comprehensive certification through Power Pilates in New York. Her continued studies include Mejo Wiggin’s Classical Syllabus Program, Clare Dunphy’s advanced teacher education, and Kathi Ross-Nash’s Pilates Professional Advanced Teacher Training.
With a background in dance, movement, fitness, and wellness, she approaches Pilates with a genuine curiosity about the body and an appreciation for the depth of Joseph Pilates’ original system.
Her dedication to lifelong learning and thoughtful instruction makes her an inspiring educator for both experienced teachers and committed students.
This February, we’re delighted to bring her knowledge and perspective to our Pilates community in South Florida.
REGISTRATION & PRICING
SATURDAY EDUCATIONAL WORKSHOP EXPERIENCE
Early Bird Registration: $385
Regular Registration: $415
Save $30 when you register at the Early Bird rate.
Your Saturday workshop registration includes:
9:00 AM Classical Pilates Mat class with Cécile Elias
2.5-hour Open Your Heart educational workshop
2.5-hour Intentional Arms on the Mat educational workshop
Total of Five hours of focused workshop education
This experience is especially suited to Pilates instructors, teachers in training, and dedicated practitioners who wish to expand their knowledge and deepen their appreciation of the Classical Pilates method.
MAT CLASS ONLY | OPEN TO ALL LEVELS
Saturday, February 6 | 9:00 – 10:00 AM
Curious to experience Cécile’s teaching but not attending the educational workshops?
Join us for a special one-hour Classical Pilates Mat class at Body & Mind Pilates Training Studio.
Whether you’re relatively new to Pilates, have been practicing for years, or are a teacher yourself, this class offers an opportunity to experience the method through guided instruction and intentional movement.
All levels are welcome.
You do not need to be a Pilates instructor or register for the educational workshops to participate.
Please note that the Mat-only registration does not include the workshops that follow.
TRAVELING TO JOIN US?
We would love to welcome Pilates teachers and practitioners traveling from outside the Boca Raton area.
If you need assistance with registration, recommendations for nearby accommodations, or guidance while planning your visit, our team is happy to help make your experience as seamless as possible.
Contact Body & Mind Pilates Training Studio
Phone: (561) 562-3279
Email: bodymindpilatestraining@gmail.com
RESERVE YOUR PLACE
Spaces are limited.
We look forward to welcoming you to Body & Mind Pilates Training Studio.