"The boom in reformer pilates has created a wild west of studios where poor regulation has resulted in inexperienced teachers and a rise in injuries, professional standards bodies have warned."
"Someone could open a pilates studio tomorrow with little or no formal training, said Michael King, a founding member of the Society for the Pilates Method (SPM)."
"While some of us work hard to maintain high standards, there are also businesses operating alongside us where instructors may lack sufficient training, he added. This can lead to unsafe practice."
Reformer pilates has surged in popularity, leading to a proliferation of studios with inadequate regulation and inexperienced instructors. This has resulted in a rise in injuries. The practice, which utilizes a machine for resistance, is often marketed without adherence to traditional methods. Critics argue that this dilutes the quality of pilates, while proponents claim it makes the workout more accessible. The lack of formal training requirements allows anyone to open a studio, raising safety concerns within the industry.
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