WELCOME TO THE CLINICAL INSTRUCTOR ACADEMY

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Ariel Lehaitre

Physical Therapist, Pilates Rehabilitation Educator 
& Therapeutic Pilates Specialist
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I first experienced the power of Pilates at age 10, after a ballet injury led me to a physical therapy clinic that used a reformer. The exercises were challenging but pain free, and I returned to dance even stronger. That experience stayed with me. 


Years later, as a licensed physical therapist, I began to notice something troubling. Patients would complete treatment, only to return months later with the same pain. The traditional model was not enough. What was missing was guided movement that supported long-term healing. Pilates, when taught with clinical understanding, became that missing link.

Since opening Pilates Santé in 2008, I have spent over 17 years helping clients recover and helping instructors build the skills they were never taught in their original training.

Are You an Instructor Who Feels Stuck? You wish to help clients with pain, but you are not sure how to do it safely. You feel like your certification & training gave you tools for fitness, but not for healing. You see the need for deeper education, but do not know where to begin.

 You are not alone.The clinical instructor curriculum was created to fill that gap. Through clinically grounded education and mentorship, you will gain the skills to support clients recovering from various musculoskeletal injuries & conditions.

You will learn how to use Pilates as a therapeutic tool that builds trust, resilience, and long-term results.

 Pilates has the potential to change lives. With the right tools, you can be the one to guide that change. Let me help you get there with the Clinical Instructor Academy.

Welcome, I'm so glad you're here.

If you're ready to make a difference with your clients' care & establish improved trust & retention - you have come to the right place.
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Instructing Clientele with Lumbar Pain & Conditions

This course will teach you:
  • Lumbar spine anatomy
  • Spinal load & the importance of neutral spine
  • Lumbar pathologies & conditions
  • Proper & inappropriate exercises for lumbar spine conditions
  • Tailored exercise plans for specific conditions
  • Client education & resources
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Instructing Clientele with Sacroiliac Dysfunctions & Conditions

This course will teach you:
  • Sacroiliac joint anatomy
  • SIJ dysfunctions & conditions
  • Proper & inappropriate exercises for SIJ conditions
  • Tailored exercise plans for specific conditions 
  • Client education & resources
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Instructing Clientele with Knee Injuries & Conditions

This course will teach you:
  • Knee function & anatomy
  • Knee injuries & conditions
  • Proper & inappropriate exercises for knee pain & injuries
  • Tailored exercise plans for specific conditions 
  • Client education & resources
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Instructing Clientele with Shoulder Injuries & Conditions

This course will teach you:
  • Shoulder function & anatomy
  • Shoulder injuries & conditions
  • Proper & inappropriate exercises for shoulder pain & injuries
  • Tailored exercise plans for specific conditions 
  • Client education & resources
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Instructing Clientele with Hip Pain & Injuries

This course will teach you:
  • Hip joint anatomy & functional biomechanics
  • Common hip injuries & degenerative conditions
  • Safe and contraindicated movements for hip pain and dysfunction
  • Condition-specific movement programming for the hip
  • Client education strategies and supportive resources
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Instructing Clientele with Cervical Pain & Injuries

This course will teach you:
  • Cervical spine anatomy & function
  • Common cervical injuries & conditions Safe vs. contraindicated movements for neck pain and dysfunction
  • Individualized movement strategies for cervical spine pathologies
  • Client-centered education and supportive resources

Get in touch now and start improving your client's healing journey & trust in your care.

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