Reformer Teaching Practice Logbook (Option A)

Date: 2026-06-06

Duration: 60 minutes

Location: BWELL Fitness Studio

Client name / initials: Neilus Hayes

Client level: Beginner

Session goals: Run through of exercises learnt, guide the client through from start to finish. Utilizing all cues & giving live demonstations

What I taught (exercises & sequence): The hundred, Tricep push, Legs lift & lower, Leg circles, Low row, High Row, bridge,

What I noticed about my teaching: Cues were positive physical/visual & verbal
Clients performance - Worked well under my instruction
Remembering all exercises we ran through that day & the intricate details

Reflection: what would I do differently?: Really good, strong cues & easy to follow - positive feedback no issues

Client signature / initials confirming session: NH

Date: 2026-06-07

Duration: 60 minutes

Location: BWELL Fitness Studio

Client name / initials: Full Class

Client level: Beginner

Session goals: First class taught, utilize the basics I have learnt & be confident in my approach.
Utilize cues effectively & clear demonstration of exercises.

What I taught (exercises & sequence): - Warm up - Leg press arches, double leg press toes, walking/running, Arm arcs, the hundred
- Main phase 1 - Suppine: Tricep press, coordination, glute bridge, single leg circle, glute bridge & extension
- Main phase 2 - Low row, half roll back, high row, bicep curl
- Core finisher - Arm circles, the hundred, long stretch

What I noticed about my teaching: - Vocally was strong, good projection
- Ensured class was set up & spring tension was correct
- Cues were decent, some tactile use which I was nervous about

Reflection: what would I do differently?: - Some of the exercises were too long, rep range/count needed
- Naming of the reformer parts - Got some of the naming conventions incorrect, nerves I think!
- Cues - ensure verbal cues are correct in line with exercise, need to ensure direction is accurate
- Rep range/counting, naming convention of the carriage parts for clients, correct spring colors, clear cues

Client signature / initials confirming session: Group

Date: 2026-06-13

Duration: 60 minutes

Location: BWELL Fitness Club

Client name / initials: Neilus Hayes

Client level: Beginner

Session goals: Run through of exercises learnt, guide the client through from start to finish. Utilizing all cues & giving live demonstations

What I taught (exercises & sequence): Pulling straps (box), T arms (box), Tricep extension (box), breaststroke (box), swan prep (box). knee stretch exercises - knee stretch curve spine, knee stretch flat back, knee stretch flat back off carriage, knee stretch on carriage. Round back, flat back, spine twist, the tree, the tree advanced, T arm & twist, side to side (core focus on box).

What I noticed about my teaching: Verbal cues & demonstration were really good, good planning and flow to the session. Client responded well to my demo & cues and had no issues with the exercises, feedback was positive

Reflection: what would I do differently?: Over cueing at times need to be smart where I add in my Ques and be tactical. Also need to be consistent in the wording of my cues and find ways to introducing imagery cues more where possible

Client signature / initials confirming session: Neilus Hayes

Date: 2026-06-14

Duration: 60 minutes

Location: BWELL Fitness Club

Client name / initials: Group - Class members

Client level: Mixed

Session goals: Second class taught, utilize the basics I have learnt & be confident in my approach.
Utilize cues effectively & clear demonstration of exercises, improvement on first attempt

What I taught (exercises & sequence): Single leg press, footwork (arches & toes), the hundred, leg circles, rowing, elephant, single leg bridge, kneeling arm sees (Biceps & triceps), long stretch, supine twist & hip stretch

What I noticed about my teaching: - Good cues - Verbal/imagery & tactile
- Strong flow to class, effectively utilizing all exercises in each position & progressing accordingly
- Good projection, counting down reps & cueing
- Only issue that was flagged was the spring loading for footwork series at the beginning was slightly too light. Noted for future sessions.

Reflection: what would I do differently?: - Really positive feedback, clear & concise cues/guidance.
- Improvement on previous attempt - Reps included & more confident
- Heavier springs for footwork on next attempt

Client signature / initials confirming session: Group class

Date: 2026-06-22

Duration: 50 minutes

Location: BWELL FITNESS CLUB

Client name / initials: Group

Client level: Mixed

Session goals: - Set out a relaxing tone beginning with breath work & gentle spine work, increasing the intensity gradually
- Focus on client technique and immersing the clients in each movement, focusing on the breath & movement of the body
- Full use of reformer positions before adjusting, giving clients the most value per position before changing (Ie supine/Tabletop/straps/off carriage)

What I taught (exercises & sequence): 50-Minute Reformer Class Plan

0–5 min: Arrival & Centering

Footwork Prep
• Breathing with neutral spine (hands on ribs, legs at 45 degrees)
• Pelvic tilt
• Arm reaches (overhead & towards ceiling from side)

Teaching focus: breath, ribcage alignment, shoulder placement.

5–12 min: Footwork Series ( 12 reps heavy springs full load)
• Double leg press (heels)
• Double leg press (toes)
• Wide heels
• Wide toes
• Running
• Calf raises

Progression: single-leg presses for stronger clients.
Focus: lower-body activation and carriage control.

12–18 min: Bridging & Posterior Chain (Green spring) X 2 rounds

• Articulated bridge - extend carriage back (12 reps)
• Bridge marching (12 reps)
• Single leg bridge up and down - resting leg elevated  (6 each side)

Focus: glutes, hamstrings, spinal articulation.

18–26 min: Core Block (blue and a red) X 2 rounds
• Supine tabletop arm work with straps (tricep press/T arms/arm circles) (12/12/12)
• Hundred prep or Hundred (30 seconds)
• Coordination (hands down by side legs extended) 12 reps
• Heel beats with arm resistance (12 reps)

Cue: “Move the limbs without changing the trunk.”

26–34 min: Arms & Upper Body (red and blue spring) X 2 rounds

Kneeling or seated: 12 reps
• Chest expansion - use ball
• Bicep curl (side)
• Hug (cable cross) - use ball
• Salute - use ball
• Triceps press - short straps

Focus: scapular stability and posture.

34–42 min: Hip & Leg Series (green spring)

2 rounds
• Squats with pulse
• Skaters
• Scooter
• Standing lunges

Challenge: balance and unilateral control.

42–47 min: Full-Body Integration (red and blue spring) X 2 rounds
• Long stretch series (stronger class)
• Elephant
• Knee stretches
• Plank to pike variations (Plank hold x 10 seconds)

Focus: core integration under load.

47–50 min: Cool Down legs in straps (red and blue spring)
• Leg circles
• Short spine
• Legs open and close
• Legs bend and stretch
• Closing breath

What I noticed about my teaching: - Huge progression, first official class teaching and really enjoyed it
- Good use of cues - tactile & verbal
- Demonstration was really good and clear (New clients had no issue with following routine)
- Really positive feedback from class

Reflection: what would I do differently?: - Change one or two exercises, the knee bend stretch did not fit into the flow of the class that I wanted (In core section). Clients had to put feet in straps and it felt like it didn't fit in
- Re analyze spring tension for some movements to make it more challenging

Client signature / initials confirming session: Group - Neilus Hayes, Alan Brosnan, Emmet Finnan

Date: 2026-06-23

Duration: 45 mins

Location: BWELL Fitness studio

Client name / initials: Group

Client level: Mixed

Session goals: - Understanding any issues/contraindications of clients before beginning the class
Set out a relaxing tone beginning with breath work & gentle spine work, increasing the intensity gradually
- Focus on client technique and immersing the clients in each movement, focusing on the breath & movement of the body
- Full use of reformer positions before adjusting, giving clients the most value per position before changing (Ie supine/Tabletop/straps/off carriage)

What I taught (exercises & sequence): 50-Minute Reformer Class Plan

0–5 min: Arrival & Centering

Footwork Prep
• Breathing with neutral spine (hands on ribs, legs at 45 degrees)
• Pelvic tilt
• Arm reaches (overhead & towards ceiling from side)

Teaching focus: breath, ribcage alignment, shoulder placement.

5–12 min: Footwork Series ( 12 reps heavy springs full load)
• Double leg press (heels)
• Double leg press (toes)
• Wide heels
• Wide toes
• Running
• Calf raises

Progression: single-leg presses for stronger clients.
Focus: lower-body activation and carriage control.

12–18 min: Bridging & Posterior Chain (Green spring) X 2 rounds

• Articulated bridge - extend carriage back (12 reps)
• Bridge marching (12 reps)
• Single leg bridge up and down - resting leg elevated  (6 each side)

Focus: glutes, hamstrings, spinal articulation.

18–26 min: Core Block (blue and a red) X 2 rounds
• Supine tabletop arm work with straps (tricep press/T arms/arm circles) (12/12/12)
• Hundred prep or Hundred (30 seconds)
• Coordination (hands down by side legs extended) 12 reps
• Heel beats with arm resistance (12 reps)

Cue: “Move the limbs without changing the trunk.”

26–34 min: Arms & Upper Body (red and blue spring) X 2 rounds

Kneeling or seated: 12 reps
• Chest expansion - use ball
• Bicep curl (side)
• Hug (cable cross) - use ball
• Salute - use ball
• Triceps press - short straps

Focus: scapular stability and posture.

34–42 min: Hip & Leg Series (green spring)

2 rounds
• Squats with pulse
• Skaters
• Scooter
• Standing lunges

Challenge: balance and unilateral control.

42–45 min: Cool Down legs in straps (red and blue spring)
• Leg circles
• Short spine
• Legs open and close
• Legs bend and stretch
• Closing breath

What I noticed about my teaching: - Tennis ball under chin for core movements, really useful
- Tactile cues can really help newer clients, slight adjustments can really help
- Really improving my tone, projection & confidence in classes
- The time flies when you are running a class

Reflection: what would I do differently?: - Spring tension understanding, I tried to make it challenging for clients rather than the correct spring tension. Noted for further iterations
- It was a class that are used to training with the same reformers coach, I would like to have known the type of class he uses as I feel it might have been intense for the clientele I was working with

Client signature / initials confirming session: Group

Date: 2026-07-30

Duration: 50 miuinte

Location: BWELL FITNESS STUDIO

Client name / initials: Group

Client level: Mixed

Session goals: To deliver a full-body intermediate session that built progressively from warm-up through to cool-down. I wanted to focus on posterior chain strength in the bridging block, core stability in the supine series, and challenge balance and unilateral control in the standing work — finishing with a quiet cool-down to stretch out the hips and spine.

What I taught (exercises & sequence): Warm-Up (0–5 min): Breathing in neutral spine, Pelvic Tilt, Arm Reaches · Footwork (5–12 min): Double Leg Press Heels & Toes, Wide Heels & Toes, Running, Calf Raises — progressed to single leg on round 2 · Bridging (12–18 min): Articulated Bridge, Bridge Marching, Single Leg Bridge · Core (18–26 min): Tricep Press, T Arms, Arm Circles in table-top, Hundred, Coordination, Heel Beats · Arms (26–34 min): Chest Expansion, Bicep Curl, Hug, Salute, Tricep Press · Hips (34–42 min): Squats, Skaters, Scooter, Standing Lunges · Integration (42–47 min): Elephant, Long Stretch, Double Arm Press, Sit Ups · Cool-Down (47–50 min): Leg Circles, Short Spine, Legs Open & Close, Legs Bend & Stretch, Closing Breath

What I noticed about my teaching: The core block cue "move the limbs without changing the trunk" worked really well — clients responded to it straight away. Skaters needed an extra cue around hip position before it clicked. The ball in the arms block was a good addition — it helped clients connect through their core. The cool-down felt a bit rushed, clients were only just settling when time was u

Reflection: what would I do differently?: Change: Give the cool-down more time — 3 minutes wasn't quite enough after the standing series. I'd trim a set from the arms block to free up the space. · Keep: The two-round footwork approach with the single-leg progression — it set a solid foundation for the rest of the class

Client signature / initials confirming session: Gro

Date: 2026-07-04

Duration: 30 minutes

Location: BWELL FITNESS STUDIO

Client name / initials: Stefan McMahon

Client level: Mixed

Session goals: To work through a progressive 1-2-1 intermediate session focusing on lower body activation, core stability and hip mobility. I wanted to take time with the footwork to establish good alignment early, then build into supine arm work and feet in straps before moving into bridging and posterior chain loading.

What I taught (exercises & sequence): Double Leg Press Arches & Toes, Walking, Running, Single Leg Press · Supine Arms: Arm Arcs, The Hundred, Tricep Press, Coordination · Feet in Straps: Legs Bend & Stretch, Frogs, Leg Circles, Hamstring Stretch, Short Spine · Bridging: Pelvic Tilt, Bridge, Bridge with Marching — got to roughly halfway through the plan before time was up (Exam session)

What I noticed about my teaching: The footwork series set a good tone - taking time there meant the client was well-connected before the harder work. The Hundred needed a regression cue around leg height. Feet in straps took longer than expected, particularly the Hamstring Stretch where the client needed some extra attention. Bridging was going well when we ran out of time.

Reflection: what would I do differently?: Tighten up the feet in straps block - I spent too long there which meant we didn't get to the rowing or plank series. I'd set a clearer time target for each block going forward. · Keep: Spending quality time in the footwork — the client's alignment improved noticeably by the end of it and carried through into the rest of the session.

Client signature / initials confirming session: Stefan Mcm

Date: 2026-07-05

Duration: 30 min

Location: BWELL FITNESS STUDIO

Client name / initials: Pilates June Group

Client level: Improve

Session goals: To take a mixed intermediate group through a progressive full-body reformer session, building from footwork through to bridging. The aim was to establish good alignment and connection early in the footwork series, then challenge the group through supine arm work, feet in straps and posterior chain loading —keeping the energy consistent while managing different levels across the class.

What I taught (exercises & sequence): Warm-Up: Double Leg Press Arches & Toes, Walking, Running, Single Leg Press · Supine Arms: Arm Arcs, The Hundred, Tricep Press, Coordination · Feet in Straps: Legs Bend & Stretch, Frogs, Leg Circles, Hamstring Stretch, Short Spine · Bridging: Pelvic Tilt, Bridge, Bridge with Marching — covered roughly the first half of the programme before time was up

What I noticed about my teaching: Managing different levels in the footwork was the biggest challenge — a couple of clients needed regression cues while others were ready to progress to single leg. The Hundred needed a clear split offered early — some went to Hundred Prep while stronger clients extended their legs. Feet in straps took longer than planned as I was moving around the room checking alignment. Bridging was well received across the group and felt like a natural endpoint for the time available.

Reflection: what would I do differently?: Offer progressions and regressions more proactively at the start of each block rather than reacting to what I was seeing — it would have kept the flow cleaner and reduced the time lost correcting individually. · Keep: The footwork as a warm-up foundation — it gave me a good read of the group's level early on and helped me pitch the rest of the session appropriately.

Client signature / initials confirming session: Pilates g

Date: 2026-07-06

Duration: 60 minutes

Location: BWELL FITNESS

Client name / initials: Group

Client level: Mixed

Session goals: Warm-Up: Double Leg Press Heels & Toes, Wide Heels, Running, Calf Raises · Supine Arms: Arm Arcs, Arm Circles, Tricep Press · Back Rowing: Chest Expansion, Bicep Curl, Low Row, High Row, Alternating Row · Short Box: Round Back, Flat Back, Spine Twist · Standing Series: Squats, Scooter, Skaters · Cool-Down: Leg Circles, Legs Bend & Stretch, Short Spine, Closing Breath

What I taught (exercises & sequence): Warm-Up: Double Leg Press Heels & Toes, Wide Heels, Running, Calf Raises · Supine Arms: Arm Arcs, Arm Circles, Tricep Press · Back Rowing: Chest Expansion, Bicep Curl, Low Row, High Row, Alternating Row · Short Box: Round Back, Flat Back, Spine Twist · Standing Series: Squats, Scooter, Skaters · Cool-Down: Leg Circles, Legs Bend & Stretch, Short Spine, Closing Breath

What I noticed about my teaching: The rowing series was the strongest block — the client responded well to the scapular cues and form held up across all five exercises. Spine Twist on the short box needed more setup time than I gave it, the client wasn't quite sure of the position initially. The standing series felt slightly rushed going into it as the rowing block ran a little over. The closing breath felt well-timed and the client finished in a calm, settled place.

Reflection: what would I do differently?: Change: Give more time to setting up the short box position before moving — a clearer demo at the start would have saved time correcting mid-exercise. · Keep: The rowing series as the main strength block — it worked really well in this session and the client left with noticeably better posture than when they arrived.

Client signature / initials confirming session: Group