Star Power: Side Body Strength & Mobility – A Pilates Workshop
Star Power: Side Body Strength & Mobility – A Pilates Workshop at Pi Studios
Introduction – Why This Workshop Matters
Have you ever felt like one side of your body takes on more work than the other? Maybe your shoulders roll forward, or your hips feel uneven when you move. In Pilates, balance and alignment are everything—and often, it’s the side body that gets overlooked.
That’s where Star Power: Side Body Strength & Mobility comes in. This immersive workshop isn’t just another Pilates session. It’s a chance to experience your body in 360°, uncover hidden strength, and expand your movement potential in ways that ripple into every exercise you teach or practice.
Set in the inspiring space of Pi Studios, London, this workshop will guide you through Joseph Pilates’ classical method across Mat, Reformer, Cadillac, Chair, and Barrels, giving you the tools to feel, teach, and move differently.
Event Overview – Date, Time & Location
📅 Date: Friday, September 26, 2025
⏰ Time: 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 Location: Pi Studios, Ransomes Dock, 35 Parkgate Rd, London SW11 4NP, United Kingdom
Pi Studios sits right on the water at Ransomes Dock, offering a beautiful backdrop for movement, energy, and discovery. It’s not just a place to work out—it’s a space designed to elevate your practice, whether you’re a teacher refining your skills or a Pilates lover wanting to experience the method more deeply.
What is Star Power?
At its heart, Star Power is about awakening a part of the body that often stays in the shadows: the side body. Think of it as the bridge between your front and back, the line of connection that holds strength, mobility, and flow together.
By working through Mat, Reformer, Cadillac, Chair, and Barrels, you’ll feel the interconnectedness of your body in every plane of movement, preparing you for a star-shaped finale that celebrates energy radiating in all directions.
This is Pilates as it was meant to be: connected, intelligent, and full of discovery.
Why the Side Body Matters
The side body—those long, lateral lines from ribs to hips, from underarm to outer thigh—are the unsung heroes of balanced movement.
Postural support: Keeps your spine lifted and your ribcage aligned.
Mobility & flow: Adds freedom to bends, twists, and rotations.
Strength & stability: Activates obliques, lats, and hip stabilizers.
Symmetry in movement: Prevents imbalance in posture and performance.
By shining a light on the side body, you unlock new layers of power and resilience.
What to Expect in the Workshop
This is a hands-on, full-studio exploration of Pilates:
Mat: Awareness and grounding.
Reformer: Dynamic resistance and balance.
Cadillac: Long stretches and control.
Chair: Compact movements for stability.
Barrels: Expansive arcs and side-body openings.
Each apparatus prepares you for a star-shaped finale, connecting strength, breath, and flow.
A 360° Body Experience
True vitality comes when you experience your body as a 360° system, alive and connected in every direction. This workshop helps you break free of linear patterns and expand into multi-dimensional movement, leaving you feeling stronger, more whole, and more spacious.
Teaching Toolkit Expansion
For instructors, this workshop adds powerful tools to your teaching:
Purposeful lateral exercises
Layered transitions for seamless flow
Fresh inspiration for all levels
Deeper anatomical insights
It’s not just variety—it’s clarity and precision you can share with your clients.
Surprise Your Strength
When you awaken your side body, you’ll discover hidden mobility and power. Movements feel freer, exercises gain new depth, and transitions become lighter. It’s not about working harder—it’s about working smarter.
Joseph Pilates’ Legacy
This workshop honors Joseph Pilates’ vision of whole-body health. You’ll move through classical exercises as they were intended: connected, intelligent, and transformative.
Pi Studios Signature Approach
Pi Studios is known for its clarity, connection, and play. Every class is about discovery, making Pilates precise yet joyful, structured yet freeing.
Meet the Trainer: Christos Niaros
Christos Niaros began his Pilates journey in 2010 and has since earned two comprehensive certifications, trained with leading mentors, and been handpicked for the LEAP Masters Program with Bob Liekens.
He has studied the Classical Syllabus®, Beyond the Syllabus®, and PPATT™, working with master teachers like Mejo Wiggin and Kathryn Ross-Nash. Known for his clarity and precision, Christos is a teacher of teachers, committed to preserving the Classical Method while inspiring today’s movers.
Workshop Details at a Glance
📅 Date: Friday, September 26, 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: Available now via Pi Studios.
Who Should Attend
Pilates Teachers seeking new tools
Dedicated Practitioners exploring deeper layers
Movement Enthusiasts (yoga, dance, athletics)
Curious Beginners ready to discover Pilates
How to Prepare
Wear comfortable, fitted clothing
Bring water & a towel
Arrive early to settle in
Keep an open mind for discovery
Final Call to Action
Your body has more potential than you realize. This workshop is your chance to unlock it.
👉 Book your place now and experience Pilates in 360°.
Conclusion
With Christos Niaros leading the way, the Star Power Workshop blends classical tradition, Pi Studios’ playful clarity, and your own untapped strength. Expect to move, sweat, laugh, and leave inspired.
FAQs
1. Do I need to be experienced to join?
No—teachers, movers, and beginners are welcome.
2. What should I bring?
Comfortable clothes, water, and an open mind.
3. Does it count for CPD?
Yes—2 CPD points.
4. How demanding is it?
Challenging but adaptable for all levels.
5. How do I book?
Through the Pi Studios website. Spots are limited.