What it is
A way to bring the South Island Pilates community together with continuing education and increasing the amount of professional development available from non-local presenters to the South Island of New Zealand.
In-person learning has a much-understated value in the Pilates industry with so many offerings online, yet we are mainly a face-to-face service industry and therefore certain skill sets are better nurtured in the flesh.
This industry grows stronger as a community and to share our knowledge together only elevates us even further. And this is exactly what we envision at the Pilates weekend.
Where & when
Movementor Pilates Studio, Beckenham, Christchurch – November 8th and 9th, 2025
What’s on
- Knowing the neck mat masterclass (1.5 hrs)
- Knowing the neck workshop (3.5 hrs)
- Shoulder Savvy workshop (5.5 hrs)
- Private studio sessions on offer (1hr)
This weekend is for you if you want to…
- Build your pilates skill set
- Grow with a community of like-minded individuals who are ready to support you at every stage of the journey.
- Dive into learning our most complex joints: Shoulders and Neck
- Find new strategies to bring to your classes and sessions.
Featured Masterclasses & Workshops
Saturday November 8th
Knowing the neck masterclass – 11am
The Knowing the Neck Masterclass is a companion session to the Knowing the Neck workshop, designed to explore cervical articulation techniques within agroup class setting.
This masterclass focuses on exercises that enhance neck mobility and strength, while also examining how neck and eye positioning can influence overall body alignment and muscular recruitment during movement.
Knowing the neck workshop – 1pm
Knowing the Neck is an in-depth workshop designed to deepen understanding of the cervical spine and its impact on posture, movement efficiency, and muscular recruitment throughout the body.
This session explores foundational cervical anatomy and focuses on developing articular control, improving mobility and building strength in the neck. While examining how these qualities influence alignment and movement patterns across the entire body.
Sunday November 9th
Shoulder Savvy workshop – 9am
Shoulder Savvy is a practical and educational workshop designed to deepen understanding of shoulder mechanics and motion, while building assessment and programming skills for Pilates professionals.
Participants will learn how to observe and interpret shoulder function, then apply targeted strategies to improve mobility, stability, and strength using the Pilates method. The workshop covers when and how to implement specific techniques, with the goal of building confident, adaptable teaching strategies for working with diverse client needs.
Ben draws on his experience with clients, his training in the Pilates method, insights from current research, and principles from Functional Range Systems to deliver an integrated, evidence-informed approach.
Private sessions on appointment
Also, depending on flights permitting, we will be offering private sessions at Movementor Pilates on either the Friday before or the Monday after the weekend.
What’s the cost
*prices are in NZD
- All workshops and masterclass
- Knowing the Neck masterclass only
- Knowing the neck workshop only
- Can budle with masterclass for $270
- Shoulder savvy workshop only
Reviews
Manika C.
“Absolutely loved Ben’s masterclasses and workshop. He has an incredible knowledge of Pilates repertoire and anatomy and teaches in an easy to understand way. I’ve loved being able to take his tips and effectively use them in my own teaching. Cant wait for his next visit.”
Cecily H.
“An excellent deep dive into an area crucial to our everyday functionality. This workshop helped to broaden my awareness and changed the trajectory of how I approach neck mobility and strength work within my teaching.”
Anon.
“I loved Ben’s energy, calmness and attention to detail when Ben is delivering his presentation. As well as the simplicity and fine tuning of each segment of the cervical spine.”
Benjamin Rashleigh 