Barrels in Action – A Pilates Workshop at Pi Studios
Barrels in Action – A Pilates Workshop at Pi Studios
Introduction – Why This Workshop Matters
Have you ever felt stuck in your Pilates practice, wishing for tools to add more depth, variety, and flow? The answer might just be in the barrels. From the Ladder Barrel to the Mini Barrel, these often-underestimated pieces of equipment can transform how we move, teach, and feel in the studio.
That’s exactly what the Barrels in Action Workshop offers: a chance to explore the entire family of studio barrels and see how they support strength, mobility, and intelligent progression.
Event Overview – Date, Time & Location
📅 Date: Friday, November 14, 2025
⏰ Time: 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 Location: Pi Studios, Ransomes Dock, 35 Parkgate Rd, London SW11 4NP, United Kingdom
Nestled in the stunning riverside location of Pi Studios, this 90-minute workshop gives you the opportunity to dive deep into the versatility of the barrels, guided by expert trainer Christos Niaros.
What is Barrels in Action?
The Barrels in Action Workshop is a full-spectrum exploration of Pilates barrels—Ladder, Spine Corrector, Arc, and Mini Barrel. Each one offers unique support and challenge, helping practitioners build flexibility, stability, and flow.
By working through each apparatus, you’ll see how the barrels complement and elevate the classical method, offering new ways to unlock potential and enhance teaching.
Why the Barrels Matter in Pilates
Barrels are more than props—they are essential tools for:
Spinal mobility: Supporting safe backbends and opening space in the ribs.
Strength building: Challenging balance, control, and alignment.
Smart progressions: Offering accessible starting points and advanced challenges.
Client success: Making movement feel better, safer, and more effective.
Barrels provide both support and resistance, making them adaptable for beginners and advanced movers alike.
What to Expect in the Workshop
Over the course of 90 minutes, you’ll:
Work with the Ladder Barrel, Spine Corrector, Arc Barrel, and Mini Barrel.
Learn progressions and regressions for different client needs.
Perfect your cueing for alignment and flow.
Experience how barrels enhance mobility, strength, and balance.
Gain fresh inspiration to re-energize your teaching or personal practice.
A Curve for Every Body
Each barrel has its own personality. The Ladder Barrel challenges strength and range. The Spine Corrector restores alignment. The Arc Barrel brings mobility and flow. The Mini Barrel offers versatility and support.
Together, they create a family of tools that help every body find its best movement—one curve at a time.
Teaching Toolkit Expansion
Teachers will leave with:
Cueing strategies to help clients feel safe, supported, and challenged.
Progressions that allow clients to build confidence step by step.
Creative variations to keep classes fresh and engaging.
Insight into when and why to use each barrel.
This workshop ensures you’ll walk away with practical tools and confidence to bring barrels to life in your teaching.
Discover Hidden Freedom
The barrels don’t just challenge—they also release. You’ll discover how these curved surfaces create space in the body, revealing freedom in movement you didn’t realize was missing. Expect to leave feeling stronger, more open, and more connected.
Joseph Pilates’ Legacy
Joseph Pilates designed the barrels to bring balance, support, and flow into the body. This workshop honors that legacy by exploring the full range of his barrel designs, showing how they fit seamlessly into the classical method.
Pi Studios Signature Approach
At Pi Studios, Pilates is taught with clarity, connection, and play. The workshop combines respect for the method’s roots with a spirit of exploration, making every exercise feel precise, joyful, and transformative.
Meet the Trainer: Christos Niaros
Leading the workshop is Christos Niaros, a classically trained teacher with over a decade of experience. Since beginning his Pilates journey in 2010, Christos has earned two comprehensive certifications, studied under world-renowned mentors, and been selected for the prestigious LEAP Masters Program with Bob Liekens.
With training in the Classical Syllabus®, Beyond the Syllabus®, and PPATT™, Christos is known as a teacher of teachers, blending precision with inspiration. His approach ensures participants feel both challenged and supported as they unlock the power of the barrels.
Workshop Details at a Glance
📅 Date: Friday, November 14, 2025
⏰ Time: 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 Location: Pi Studios, Ransomes Dock, 35 Parkgate Rd, London SW11 4NP
🎓 CPD Points: 2
💷 Pricing: £160.00
👤 Trainer: Christos Niaros
🔗 Booking: Reserve your spot here
Who Should Attend
Pilates Teachers expanding their barrel knowledge.
Dedicated Practitioners seeking new challenges.
Movement Enthusiasts interested in mobility and balance.
Beginners curious about Pilates apparatus.
How to Prepare
Wear fitted, comfortable clothing.
Bring water & a towel.
Arrive a little early to settle in.
Bring curiosity—this is about discovery, not perfection.
Final Call to Action
Ready to add depth, variety, and intelligence to your Pilates practice? The Barrels in Action Workshop is your chance to explore every curve, guided by expert trainer Christos Niaros.
👉 Book today and unlock your movement potential—one curve at a time.
Conclusion
The Barrels in Action Workshop will expand your understanding of Pilates and give you tools to help yourself and your clients move better, feel better, and unlock new potential. With Christos leading the way at Pi Studios, you’ll experience firsthand how barrels bring clarity, strength, and freedom into every body.
FAQs
1. Do I need prior barrel experience?
No—the workshop is open to all levels.
2. Will this help me as a teacher?
Yes—cueing, progressions, and practical teaching tools are a key focus.
3. Does it count for CPD points?
Yes—2 CPD points.
4. How physically demanding is it?
Challenging, but adaptable to different levels.
5. How do I book?
Via the Pi Studios booking link.