ABCDs of Scoliosis

A 4-Hour Movement-Based Workshop for Pilates & Movement Professionals

Instructor: Angelie Melzer, NCPT, Licensed Gyrotonic® & Gyrokinesis® Trainer, Strain CounterStrain Practitioner

Course Description

Scoliosis is more than a spinal curve—it is a three-dimensional movement pattern that influences posture, breathing, balance, gait, and whole-body function. Understanding how to assess and work with these clients safely and effectively is an essential skill for every movement professional.

In this hands-on four-hour workshop, participants will learn a practical framework for assessing scoliosis and applying movement-based strategies that improve alignment, breathing efficiency, spinal mobility, and functional movement.

Through postural and gait analysis, breathing techniques, mirror imaging, centering strategies, and de-rotational movement principles, attendees will leave with immediately applicable tools to confidently work with clients who have scoliosis of all ages and abilities.

Whether your clients have structural scoliosis, functional asymmetries, or simply present with rotational imbalances, this workshop will provide an evidence-informed movement approach that integrates seamlessly into Pilates, GYROTONIC®, personal training, and rehabilitation settings.

ABCDs of Scoliosis (4 hour workshop)

- Assessment with Gait and Postural Analysis

- Breathing out of your curves

- Specific techniques for scoliosis clients

- Centering for scoliosis with the mirroring technique

- De-rotating the spine

Prerequisites

No prior scoliosis training required
Recommended for licensed healthcare professionals and certified movement instructors
Basic knowledge of anatomy and movement is helpful

Equipment & Props

Host studio should provide:

Yoga mats
Foam rollers
Small balls
Resistance bands
Mirrors (preferred)
Open floor space for partner work
Optional Pilates apparatus for demonstrations (Reformer, Cadillac, Chair and/or Barrels
Gyrotonic Tower and/pr stools

5. Who Will Benefit

This workshop is designed for: