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Sean Gallagher's Basic Anatomy I for Pilates Teachers. Understanding Posture the Pilates Way - Section 1
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Series Schedule
Oct 25
12:30 pm EDT
Nov 1
12:30 pm EST
Nov 8
12:30 pm EST
Nov 15
12:30 pm EST
Nov 22
12:30 pm EST
Nov 29
12:30 pm EST
Dec 6
12:30 pm EST
Dec 13
12:30 pm EST
Muscles of respiration, muscles of the vertebral column: The power of the powerhouse. #2
SESSION 8
Dec 20
12:30 pm EST
Dec 27
12:30 pm EST
Basic Anatomy Course Outline
Here is what you'll learn:
Course Objectives
This Anatomy course introduces the student to the terminology and language of anatomy and kinesiology, the tissues, structures, and functions of the skeletal and muscular systems of the body. The student will also learn to: recognize and define anatomical structures on his/her own body and his/her classmates. Be able to recognize postural imbalances of the vertebral column, shoulders, hips, and lower extremities. Asses what effect these imbalances may have on alignment and the teaching of Pilates. Develop basic strategies for working with these imbalances.
Evaluation of student performance is through quizzes, attendance, homework projects and class participation. By the end of the course the student will be able to:
1. List and define the major planes of the body, terms of position and direction, terms of joint movements, and types of synovial joints.
2. Identify the structures and tissues of synovial joints and long bones.
3. Identify the structures and tissues of synovial joints and long bones.
4. List and describe types of muscle contraction.
5. Identify, palpate (on one’s self), and list the major bones of the skeleton,
name the major joints formed by these bones, and list and perform the actions available at these joints.
6. Develop an understanding of the connections between the skeleton, alignment, open and closed chain functional relationships and stability mobility balance
7. Describe correct alignment and efficient posture in relationship to ADL's and athletic performance, generally.
8. Assess, through clothing, the posture of a fellow student through visual identification of major bony landmarks on the student’s body.
9. Describe the composition and physical properties of muscle tissue, fascia, ligaments, and tendons.
10. Identify, palpate (on one’s self), and list major muscles and muscle groups acting on the upper powerhouse and lower powerhouse of the axial skeleton, hip and lower extremities, and shoulder joint and upper extremities.
11. Describe and perform the actions of these muscles at their joints in relationship to stability/mobility balance.
12. Create and present a plan for improving posture, range of motion, and/or pilates technique by utilizing the information and skills, above.
About Sean P. Gallagher, BFA, PT, CPT, CFP, MA
Sean Gallagher has taught anatomy in the university setting for 26 years including:
· 1 year at the University of the Arts in Philadelphia to the dance majors.
· 8 years as a Gross anatomy assistance professor and 1 year as the professor at New York
University's Physical Therapy program.
· 9 years at The New Schools dance program (Sean also taught Pilates mat class to dance
students the whole time he was there).
· 4 years teaching anatomy and Pilates mat to the dance majors at Marymount Manhattan
College where he also and developed, implemented and taught a Somatics self care class
for the dance program.
As the 5th owner of Joe's original studio business Sean is the linear inheritor of the pilates legacy after Romana Kryzanowska to carry on Joe's life work. With the Pilates Source™ he is bringing Joe's life work, apparatus, studio and teachings back to life. With the help of Elaine Ewing, the Pilates Source™ has developed Pilates at the Pillow™ conferences that are steeped in authenticity, history and foundational pilates education from his archives, property and apparatus - all in a setting where Joe dreamed of building a health spa and training center for the world to come and experience his unique body conditioning system.
Sean and his other company, Performing Arts Physical Therapy, have provided rehabilitation services backstage to over 180 Broadway shows, off Broadway, touring Broadway companies, Dance companies, The Juilliard School, S.U.N.Y Purchase, and other venues.
Sean received a BFA in dance and a BS in Physical Therapy at the same time from Temple University in Philadelphia in 1986, was certified as a Pilates teacher by Romana Kryzanowska having studied and working with her for over 12 years developing the first ever comprehensive professional pilates teacher training program, Became a Feldenkrais practitioner in 1992, and completed a MA in clinical Nutrition from Bridgeport University in 2012. In his free time he collects old book on exercise, medicine and health. He also enjoys bringing Joe's original Becket studio back to life (with the help of so many pilates people in the community).
What People in the Pilates community
are saying about Sean's teaching!
I have been taking weekly lessons with Sean P Gallagher for just over a year. It started as a way to help me recover from an on-going lower back problem and it is now another platform for me to learn from one of the most knowledgeable, experienced, and egoless teachers in the Pilates Industry.
Sean has always made me feel capable
and confident as a teacher. In the beginning I would say “Sean, this hurts” and he would calmly talk me through doing the exact same exercise that I was doing in a way that felt safe and accessible for my body. He knew how to safely guide me through a workout despite years of pain. I am now pain free and I owe a lot of that to Sean and our workouts. He
is so open with his knowledge and so willing to share it with me. I could stop in the middle of my work out and ask him anything! I feel like I have all the answers that I have ever sought right at my fingertips with my lessons with Sean.
If you want a work out or maybe you just want to learn more seek Sean out.
I am so happy I invested the time and money in to my sessions with Sean.
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Rina Mnagiardi
Pilates by Rina
Aurora, Ontario Canada
Studying Authentic Pilates with Sean Gallagher at The New York Pilates™ studio has deepened my understanding of the method allowing me to practice and teach with greater confidence. Thinking about and discussing each exercise and its purpose throughout the training enunciates the brilliance of Mr. Pilates’ system. I couldn’t have asked for a teacher with more knowledge about Pilates or the human body. Sean has a special way of teaching that is articulate and straight forward. His magical hands-on cueing leaves lasting impressions for self-practice and study. It is an honor to learn from the manual conceived over twenty years ago that was used in the first comprehensive teacher training program. Sean’s dedication to continuing Joe, Clara, and Romana’s teaching is unwavering.
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Rachel Romdhane
Miami Beach Pilates Studio
Miami, FL
Since studying under Sean Gallagher my level and depth of knowledge of how pilates works and how the body works has increased beyond what I imagined possible. Due to this deeper understanding, I am now able to teach pilates more effectively than ever before, and able to confidently explain how pilates works to prospective new clients as well as enquiring medical professionals in my area. Sean has a brilliant way of explaining anatomy and movement through his continuing education courses and he continuously inspires me to keep learning.
Elaine Ewing
Rhinebeck Pilates
Rhinebeck, NY