Stretch-eze® Pilates Mat Certification

I went into the weekend training with a plan to gain information that I would bring back and incorporate with my Pilates clients and found myself surprised and delighted to have my own deeply somatic experience with the Stretch-eze course. Nigel and Zila both bring a playful and warm-hearted approach to their teaching, and it was wonderful to experience the sensory feedback of various exercises with the band in a casual and comfortable setting. The course was well-paced, engaging and interactive, and I enjoyed being in the presence of other movement professionals as well. Highly recommend!

I had previously completed the online training course which I found comprehensive and thorough. The manual is very user friendly with clear instructions, photos and handy revision guides at the end of each section.
I have now also completed the live online training (8 hours split over 2 days) it brought everything from the page to life!
Nigel and Zila have put together a really engaging workshop, and I am so glad I signed up for it.

As a studio owner, former professional dancer, and movement educator, I am always looking for innovative tools that truly elevate how clients connect with their bodies. The Stretch-eze® Pilates Mat Certification is, without a doubt, one of the most valuable educational investments a movement professional can make.
What makes the Stretch-eze® system so brilliant is how it utilizes sensory feedback. The continuous loop provides an immediate, tactile boundary that helps clients instantly tune into their alignment, breath, and spatial awareness without needing constant verbal corrections. Whether working with everyday practitioners or advanced movers, it completely transforms traditional mat work by supporting articulation while simultaneously adding an element of resistance and core challenge.
The entire learning experience is elevated by the incredible people behind the brand. Nigel Sampson is an absolute brilliance as an educator—his teaching is exceptional, inspiring, and deeply rooted in a profound understanding of movement. On top of that, working with Zila is an absolute breeze. She is remarkably clear, easy to communicate with, and runs the entire organization with the utmost professionalism. Zila's leadership makes running and integrating this brilliant, smart prop into our studio seamless and joyful.
The certification course itself is exceptionally well-structured, blending anatomical depth, practical cueing, and a deep dive into somatic learning. It equips instructors with clear, creative programming that can be seamlessly integrated into group classes or private sessions.
Since bringing Stretch-eze® into our studio and hosting certifications, it has been an absolute crowd-favorite among our clients and a fantastic professional asset for our teaching team. Highly recommended for any Pilates instructor, studio owner, or rehabilitation professional wanting to bring a fresh, highly effective dimension to their teaching!

I came to this live zoom training after completing and being certified in Stretch-Eze. I thought the online course was comprehensive and informative, but the live training with Nigel and Zila brought energy and enthusiasm to the training, elevating it off the paper and into the room. Small details and pointers on the practical way to teach using the Stretch-Eze were priceless, and being part of a group of experienced teachers from around the globe, each of whom brought information and experiences to the training, made it fun. Geographical location or balancing other life commitments means that it is not always possible to attend in-person courses. The live Zoom training option is ideal. Although I didn't need to take the live Zoom training, I strongly recommend that anyone who can do both should. Having already absorbed the information and played with the band, it was so helpful to have the opportunity to ask questions, play with the exercises, and experience the band's calming effects for an extended period. I would go so far as to suggest that taking a zoom training forms part of the final sign off for qualification after taking the exam. The live course has given me the confidence to create new ways to use the Stretch-Eze in my studio classes. It is exciting to be at the beginning of my association with the Stretch-Eze community. I wonder if there are plans to keep this community in contact with each other? Thank you for making the course so accessible and enjoyable.

This was sensational! Thank you for creating a comforting sensory tool to assist the body mind and spirit become embodied with ease. As a Pilates educator I found the entire course in-depth, clear to follow and wonderfully supportive. I highly recommend the Stretch-eze certification.

This certification works on many different levels. It is fun to experience and a joy to work with Nigel and Zila. This is a pinch of what I experienced with the live workshop.
1) The stretch-eze supports your body (much like equipment pilates) allowing for more control and range of motion.
2) The stretch-eze can be incorporated into the pilates work both on and off the equipment.
3) Physically working with the stretch-eze allows teachers time to address misalignments while giving support. Since the workshop, I have continued to have more balance and mobility.
4) The training sheds a light on how we teach and how to create a more empowering and somatic experience for the client.