Noel MacDuffie Dancer Graduate of Pilates teacher program at Movements Afoot

The pilates teaching program at Movements Afoot teaches you how to think, an invaluable asset in the real world of teaching pilates. Anyone can teach you repertory, but repertory does not correspond to every situation that will arise in your teaching life. By teaching you how to apply the fundamentals and above all else how to ask the right questions, Movements Afoot prepares you to work with clients no matter what their physical needs may be. Many of the things that my dance teachers had been talking about for years I was only able to understand through Lesley's guidance. She has changed my dancing in fundamental ways..

Nana Ueda, Graduate of Pilates Teacher program at Movements Afoot

Pilates teacher in Japan

I had been studying at Movements Afoot since 2000.  I received my Pilates Teacher Certificate at Movements Afoot. Lesley Powell’s teaching definitely made my body changed. Lesley has a great personality, wonderful knowledge, a lots of sense of humor and patience.

Being back in Japan 2007, Lesley’s teaching is alive in my teaching, my thoughts, my body  and my mind. I'm really proud to know her, being a student at Movements Afoot and teaching at her studio..  I always miss her!

Kym Mesa

Lesley and Doris are pure genius!  Their passion for the method combined with their incredible sense of humor and enthusiasm for inspiring aspiring instructors is truly unique and unprecedented.  Studying Pilates at Movements Afoot provided me with knowledge of the method and tools and techniques to share and apply the method to all types of bodies.  They taught me the Pilates repetoire and a whole lot more....they included various techniques for addressing specific body types and entertained all my questions... with genuine interest in my development as an instructor.  I am so grateful to them and to all their great instructors for sharing their wisdom.
 
Mahalo nui loa,
Pilates Enthusiast & Pilates Teacher

Scott Cantor

Movements Afoot is a superb studio and provides a wonderful supportive environment to train in.  I started early in my own Pilates and movement training at Movements Afoot.  Lesley Powell and Doris Pasteleur Hall helped direct, educate and support till I was at a place to open my own studio. I, however, continue to rely on Movements as a bench work, with Lesley and Doris being a power of example of integrity in education and on the cutting edge in training.
 
In fact as a direct result of my affiliation and training with Lesley and Doris I was able to once again play baseball at a professional level.
 
I highly recommend Movements Afoot for anyone’s personal or professional education and training.
 
Owner Pilates Central, Nyack
Professional Baseball Player

Denise Vidal, Pilates Instructor

" Anatomy with clay will change the way you look at anatomy forever. I have taken anatomy classes before, but this workshop really made sense of the material. Seeing the body three dimensionally and incorporating the movements of each muscle, has allowed both my body and mind to retain the material better. And Doris Pasteleur Hall was incredible. Her teaching was ingenious; thorough and inspiring. Everyone in the bodywork field should take advantage of this amazing opportunity."

Cheri Wild

Hi!!  I really wanted to take a moment to let you know how AMAZING it is to work with Doris!!  I LOVE LOVE LOVE this series (Deepening Your Pilates for Instructors) that she does. This particular one made me "PSO" aware of my PSOAS and how to recruit it!!  I am AMAZED!!  She is an absolute JOY!! Thank you for making this series available!!

 

Every class, workshop, session, duet I have EVER taken at Movements Afoot has been stellar!  In fact, I just worked with Kim Fielding last week and I LOVED it and LEARNED a lot! 

Reviews from Balanced Body University

Lesley Powell is the most thorough teacher for any level-she taught me more about pilates, observation and correction in the two days than I received in any of the many courses that I already have taken.

I love the manual, and the way the material is worded. It is very clear and Lesley made it very easy for us to apply it immediately. The material was perfect for me to go deeper in my practice, and for the new students they have a perfect foundation to start their teaching.

Lesley Powell is an icon, and a gem. I am honored to have the opportunity to work with her and at her studio Movements Afoot.

The program was designed very well. The materials were very clear and presented in a fantastic format.

Expectations: 5

Met needs: 5

Presented Well: 5

Appropriate Level: 5

Materials: 5

Average: 100.00 % Recommend: Yes

Certified: Pilates

Years Teaching: Pilates

Certified: I was certiied by Lesley Powell through Physical Mind Institute in Mat, Reformer, & Apparatus. This course was a great refresher as well as realizing ALL that I have forgotten along the way. Every instructor should keep a beginners mind set by taking such a course as this one.

Lesley is such a blessing to the Pilates community. I am grateful that you have taken her on as one of yours. Your company has been very kind and helpful as I attempt to complete your "Bridging Program." Thank you thank you thank you!!!! 

As always, Lesley Powell was informative and extremely detailed in her teaching. I always learn something new when working with her.

Expectations: 5

Met needs: 5

Presented Well: 5

Appropriate Level: 5

Materials: 5

Average: 100.00 % Recommend: Yes

Certified: In Pilates: Mat I am ACSM Certified in Health & Fitness and AFAA

Years Teaching: In Pilates: Mat I am ACSM Certified in Health & Fitness and AFAA

Lesley Powell was great , she really knows her stuff. She makes you want to learn more.

LOVE LOVE LOVE LESLEY POWELL!!

Expectations: 5

Met needs: 5

Presented Well: 5

Appropriate Level: 5

Materials: 5

Average: 100.00 % Recommend: Yes

Certified: PhysicalMind full cert and balanced Body mat cert

Years Teaching: PhysicalMind full cert and balanced Body mat cert

Lesley is a teacher who presents the information in such a way that you understand the work without feeling overwhelmed. If you are not sure about something she will break it down for you until you get it . She is very knowledgeable and patient, and welcomed me to her studio with open arms. I will certainly go back there for more Balanced Body trainings and I will refer her studio to others looking to further their knowledge in Pilates.