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Want to learn how to improve neuro symptoms with exercise?
Help Clients Get Better Results
with Cutting Edge Strategies
Our Pilates for Neurological Conditions course will help your clients improve faster and give you skills that are in-demand
Register today to earn 16 CEC’s
and join our Instructor Referral Network!
Register today to earn 16 CEC’s and join our Instructor Referral Network!
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Enroll now and I’ll include a convenient PDF copy of the Pilates for MS Textbook — FREE.
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Your registration includes INSTANT, LIFETIME ACCESS to all the video course modules AND a PDF of the acclaimed Pilates for MS textbook!
Your registration includes INSTANT, LIFETIME ACCESS to all the video course modules AND a PDF of the acclaimed Pilates for MS textbook!
"In the two weeks that I have been practicing and teaching the exercises and concepts learned in this course, my clients have not only raved about the approach but returned to the studio asking for more!"
— Meg F.
What Graduates Are Saying About
Pilates for Neurological Conditions:
Allie G.
- Somatic Movement Specialist
Ian C.
- Physical Therapist
Nikki K.
- Pilates Instructor & Patient
Pilates for Neurological Conditions has already helped countless people around the world.
Are you next?
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Get the Neuro Studio’s game-changing methods and join our network of trained instructors!
After this course you'll have the skills and confidence to improve symptoms and prevent or minimize disability with ANY type of client.
Payment plan available!
Design More Effective Workouts Using Our Science-Backed, Studio-Tested Methods
This course has everything you need to start making progress IMMEDIATELY.
On-Demand Course Modules
Get lifetime access to 4 in-depth virtual course modules and slides
This isn’t your typical CEC workshop.
This course takes decades of knowledge and practice and delivers it in a succinct, straightforward and easy-to-digest program that you can put into practice right away.
No fluff. No BS.
I explain complex science in simple terms, show you what’s possible with the right methods and techniques, then teach you practical ways to get results for yourself and your clients.
I was diagnosed with MS in 2002, and since then I’ve dedicated thousands of hours — and tens of thousands of dollars — researching and testing, and I want to share what works so you don't have to waste time and money on what doesn't.
After 20 years of working with clients of all ages and abilities (including myself), I’ve discovered that there are certain strategies and exercises that CONSISTENTLY – and in some cases IMMEDIATELY — get results.
There are also lots of outdated methods and boring, ineffective exercises that will keep you spinning your wheels forever.
Whether you’re a PT who has been training neuro clients for years or a new fitness instructor who is looking for a playbook to start working with this massively underserved population — this course will teach you something that will be game-changing for your clients and your business.
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When You Register Today!
“There is SO MUCH amazing information in this course. These are things I never would have learned without MANY years of study and experience. So valuable!”
— Nicole S.
Pilates for MS Textbook PDF
Your registration includes a convenient PDF copy of the 300+ page Pilates for MS textbook
The Pilates for MS textbook is the definitive guide to improving movement and function in patients with neurological conditions and injuries.
Whether you're a Pilates instructor, physical therapist, or a patient looking to improve your mobility and function, this book is essential.
It covers ways to deal with with pain, weakness, fatigue, foot drop, rigidity and spasticity, balance and walking issues, and other common symptoms of chronic conditions and injuries.
This resource also includes step-by-step instructions and full color photographs for more than 250 additional exercises BEYOND what's covered in the Pilates for Neuro virtual course.
It also reviews important topics like symptoms, treatments, and how to create effective and personalized exercise programs.
It'll be the go-to resource in your studio!
Included FREE with Your Registration
"Written as a supplement to Breland’s workshop, this book stands on its own as a valuable source of information. Along with 250-plus exercises accompanied by instructions and color photographs, it provides in-depth coverage on symptoms, treatments, medications and more. Whether you’re teaching students with MS or personally dealing with it, this exceptional guide enlightens in a way many medical professionals can’t or don’t."
— Pilates Style Magazine
Neuro Studio Membership + Support
You’re not on your own — let’s connect directly for support and accountability
I’m so invested in your success, I’m including personal support to make sure this course makes a difference in your life.
So if you're thinking...
What if I have questions? What if I need suggestions? What if you don't address a concern I have regarding a specific client.
I get it. And I've got you covered.
Once a month, me and my Neuro Studio co-founder Meghann Koppele Duffy hold a virtual chat and office hours for Neuro Studio members where you can log in and ask us anything.
With a 1-month membership to The Neuro Studio INCLUDED with your registration, the learning will continue after you finish the course and you'll get support every step of the way.
You'll get unlimited access to our full library of tutorials and workouts AND an invitation to our monthly Q&A session and 5 live classes per week with workouts ideal for you and for your clients. So, you can get direct answers and personal support for your toughest challenges PLUS hundreds of ideas for creative, effective programming! You can even email us directly ANYTIME when you need help or advice.
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Curriculum Includes
The Nervous System
Understand how it works and how to train it
Neuroplasticity
Learn what it is and how to achieve it (it's more than just repetition!)
Balance and Walking
Understand the gait cycle then explore common issues + how to fix them
Psychology of Chronic Illness
Explore the psychology of living with a chronic illness or injury to transform your relationships with your clients
Pathology & Common Symptoms
Explore foot drop, weakness, chronic pain, rigidity, neuropathy, tremors and other issues common in MS, Parkinson's, stroke + other central nervous system conditions
Creative Exercises
Learn 300+ techniques and exercises demonstrated with and without Pilates equipment
Non-Exercise Interventions
Learn how things like music, mirrors, e-Stim, vibration and sensory tools can improve outcomes.
Compensations
Learn how to work with them, not against them, for better results.
Primitive Movement Exercises
What they are, why they're so important + how to add them to your programming.
Session Design
Build effective sessions and empower clients to create success outside the studio.
Spasticity & Rigidity
Learn how to deal with the most common causes of disability (it's more than stretching!).
Bladder & Bowel Issues
Address pelvic pain, urgency, constipation, difficulty voiding and more.
“I’m so grateful for this course and for the exponential increase in knowledge it gave me. It’s making a difference in the lives of my dear clients — all of whom have been thrown a serious curveball in life.”
— Amy H.
Less pain.
Greater mobility.
Better balance. More independence.
It’s all within reach when you learn how to harness the power of the mind-body connection.
Oh, and in case you're wondering...
There's no catch.
Pilates for Neurological Conditions is rated 5-stars across the board from former students.
I’ve taught this course in studios all around the world — from London and Paris to Sydney and Dubai, Toronto to Tokyo, and all across the US — and our virtual graduates hail from every corner of the globe.
They’re all making improvements and seeing exciting results with their clients. When you take this course and join our community, you will, too.
In fact, I'm so confident that this course will make a difference for you and your clients that I actually guarantee it.
Money Back Guarantee
Complete the course within 30 days and if you don’t learn anything new or useful, just email me and let me know what you’ve done to implement the techniques and I’ll issue you a full refund.
Get our Brain Games Bundle — FREE!
Fact: neuro training is even more fun when there's a game involved. It's also more effective!
This bonus includes video instruction for 6 of our favorite brain games that keep clients motivated and engaged for great results.
Register now to get this special bonus — only available for a limited time!
Here's What You Get When You Register TODAY:
- Instant, Lifetime Access to Course Modules
- Printable Course Worksheets
- 16 CEC's
- Invitation to Course Graduate Community
- Inclusion on our worldwide Neuro Network instructor referral platform
- BONUS! Pilates for MS Textbook PDF
- BONUS! 1-Month Membership to The Neuro Studio
- BONUS! Brain Games Bundle
Total Value: $3,479
Enroll Today for Just
$697
Payment Plan Available!
Our mission at the Neuro Studio is to make education affordable for everyone.
With our 3-month payment plan, you can jump in and start learning today for $237.
Get More Clients, Help More People
With an expanded skillset, you can grow your client roster and reach more people who need your help.
Our graduates are able to attract and retain more clients because they have the know-how to make meaningful improvements for people who live with chronic issues.
This Is Truly A Limited Offer, So Claim Your Virtual Seat Now
In case you're one of those people (like me) who just skips to the end… Here’s the deal:
Pilates for Neurological Conditions is the online course every movement pro NEEDS if they want to help their clients move and live better.
What you’ll learn in the course is worth multiple thousands of dollars but you can get it for just a fraction of that if you enroll today.
I’m even including a PDF copy of my coveted Pilates for MS textbook and some incredibly valuable bonuses if you register now.
If you want to make change, you've got to take action. So click the button below to enroll! You won't regret it.
WHAT STUDENTS ARE SAYING...
I cannot endorse this course strongly enough!
“As a long-time Pilates teacher (15+ years) I was looking to expand my teaching skills and am especially interested in the MS and neuro community. Over the years, like many Pilates teachers, I attended workshops covering everything from shoulders to feet and all the parts in between! This one stands out as the most thorough because it gives you a framework to understand several neurological challenges AND practical ways to work with clients to improve and maintain their functionality. The material was presented in a logical and methodical order, including many exercises. I learned so much and am excited to apply what I have learned and continue to refine my skills. The recordings are such a great resource, and then of course there is the amazing textbook that includes even more exercises. Another takeaway gem that is easy to use! I cannot endorse this course strongly enough!”
— Nancy B.
I’ll be a much better, effective clinician because of this course!
"As a physical therapist, I thought I had a great grasp on how to best help my patients with neurologic conditions. This course greatly expanded my knowledge and exercise tool kit — so much so that I now know I’ll be a much better, effective clinician because of this course!
Mariska not only provides neuro education in a way that’s digestible and easy to understand, she also provides information and specific exercises so I walked away confident that I’ll be able to teach them and use them in effective ways. I'm grateful to Mariska and the Neuro Studio for the incredible work they put out into the world!"
— Katie L.
Such a truly amazing course.
“Pilates for Neurological Conditions is such a truly amazing course that's full of comprehensive information as well as practical exercises for use in the field. I've been teaching Pilates for 15 years and am very excited to learn such a helpful and life-changing methodology.”
— Stephanie L.
Well worth every penny.
"This course was well worth every penny. The true benefit was listening to and learning from Mariska. She makes a very complicated topic digestible and relatable to everyone and I love the fact that her delivery is through humor. I specialize in working with clients who have pelvic floor dysfunction and often times it is difficult to know whether the client has a neuro component affecting them as well. Thanks to this course, I had many “a-ha” moments and I have been able to confidently tailor my teaching. "
— Cristi E.
Prepared me more than any specialist I've seen.
"This is such an amazing course! Since my MS diagnosis in 2021, I have never felt happier or more complete. Everything makes sense now and I love what this course has done for me both physically and mentally. It has prepared me more than any specialist I've seen."
– Kamara B.
A truly wonderful learning experience.
"I loved Mariska’s candid and knowledgeable approach. The course was logical, thorough, organized, and presented with the importance the subject demanded along with moments of appropriate and appreciated lightheartedness. A truly wonderful learning experience."
– Lynn W.
She's witty and fun and has an endless supply of creative exercises.
"Mariska has a knack for making complex material easily digestible for students. She’s witty and fun and has an endless supply of creative exercises for special populations as well as the average student. I would recommend this course to any professional who is looking to expand their knowledge! I use the very comprehensive manual time and time again as a valuable resource."
– Gretchen W.
No other training has helped my clients more!
"I'm forever grateful that I'm a graduate of your program. No other training that I have done has helped my clients more!"
– Lisa S.
MORE REVIEWS FROM OUR GRADUATES
Well worth it.
"Mariska is a dynamo. I learned so much in this course despite the fact that I've been in the industry for 30 years as a personal trainer and Pilates, yoga & Melt instructor. Well worth it."
– Elizabeth B.
I learned exercises and techniques I could put into practice immediately.
"I really liked the creative, smart exercises and solutions to work around different problems. I learned exercises and techniques that I could immediately put into practice."
– Fieke S.
Incredible workshop!
"Pilates for Neurological Conditions is an incredible workshop. Mariska takes complicated issues and breaks them down into digestible pieces. From there she supplies you with many strategies to incorporate into your movement sessions. Terrific course."
– Marion C.
It reignited my passion for movement.
"This course was everything that I have been looking for and more! I felt like it reignited my passion for movement again but in a different way. Mariska is such a wonderful teacher and really explained things in a way I understood. I don’t have a physical therapy background and I don’t work with people that have MS or Parkinson’s, but the general population I work with are elderly. In the past few days, I started applying some gait and balance work along with some stretches that you showed us and they have felt a huge difference and said they felt like some parts of their body are waking up! It’s really wonderful to witness."
– Karin P.
This course is absolutely brilliant!
"I loved getting a better understanding of Parkinson's Disease. My mum was recently diagnosed and it will be a huge benefit for her. If you are thinking about taking this course, definitely do it! It includes a nice mix of theory and practical elements. I have already spoken to my own physiotherapist and recommended the course to him. It was absolutely brilliant!"
– Steph S.
I feel so much more prepared and qualified to work with neuro clients.
"I loved this course. Mariska's in-depth knowledge of the material through research and her own personal experience shines through in her well-rounded instruction. Her ability to navigate the cameras and their angles gives you great views of what she is teaching. Her sense of humor is another bonus that makes this continuing education that much more pleasurable. I feel so much more prepared and qualified to work with clients with neurological diseases after taking this amazing course. Thank you for your thoroughness in the notes, videos, add-ons, and the textbook that came with the course."
– Stephanie P.
An excellent course with great insights.
"This is an excellent course with great insights and tips. I walked away with new understanding and an actual toolkit to begin to put the new knowledge to use."
– Cindy J.
Highly recommend this course!
"I highly recommend this course! It's insightful, with a comprehensive insight from someone that actually has MS. I loved the practical examples."
– Joy N.
You'll learn invaluable information.
"Mariska is a skilled, direct and honest teacher when offering this training. Her first-hand experience with MS, along with years of working with others, offers invaluable information to those of us working with this population. Her sense of humor and kindness are a pleasure too."
– Jen C.
A highly engaging workshop!
"After a year of streaming classes, you would think that the last thing you need is another virtual class! But this is a highly engaging workshop. With the vast amount of knowledge and information Mariska gave, I didn't have time to get bored. Every session went very fast."
– Katherine C.
I'm so happy I finally signed up!
"Do it! I have been wanting to take this course for a couple years now and I'm so happy that I finally signed up. Mariska presents the information in such an approachable way that it is easy to understand. She's also very funny which makes the course that much more enjoyable!"
– Ashley V.
I wish I would've taken this course sooner!
"I feel inspired! You have given me the information I was looking for to feel confident teaching clients with these conditions. I wish I would have taken this course sooner."
– Heather M.
Great workshop filled with incredible amounts of knowledge.
“Thank you Mariska for a great workshop filled with incredible amounts of knowledge, personal experience, and effective ways to create strategic workouts to help clients. I don’t currently have any clients with Parkinson’s, MS or stroke. I do know that I will be better prepared when I do. I do have clients with balance issues, vestibular issues and pelvic floor dysfunction and I look forward to integrating more effective exercises into their workouts.”
– Marion F.
My clients are impressed!
“My new MS client said her first lesson with me last week was the best experience she has had with a fitness instructor or physical therapist - ever.”
– Amy H.
Worth every single penny.
“I am only halfway through the course, but I can tell you clearly it is worth every single penny. My dad has Parkinson’s and this is giving me such a great understanding. I want to say thank you, thank you, thank you. I am so excited about finishing the rest of the course and then putting it into practice.”
– Anna R.
By far the best training I have taken.
“By far the best training I have taken. Being able to confidently teach people with neurological conditions has made me a better instructor for everyone I teach, not just clients with neuro conditions. It’s also given me a skill that is desperately needed. People with neurological conditions are sorely under served when it comes to exercise options. Being able to share what I learned with my clients who live with neurological conditions has been extremely useful for them. Mariska is a wonderful trainer — she allows the right amount of time for discussion and practice. I can not recommend this training enough.”
– Clara G.
My clients have seen drastic improvements.
“It is obvious that Mariska’s main goal is to help others regain a sense of ‘normal’ back in their lives. Sharing her work through this course is her passion and generous gift to others. This course provides easy to use tools for instructors and hope for our clients. I have enjoyed using her material to see drastic improvements in my clients physical and mental wellbeing. My clients have quickly gained strength, positive changes in gait and balance stabilization, less fatigue and more cheerful disposition. Just one example of many: my client who walked in with a cane after struggling to do other exercise. After one session with Mariska’s method, she was able to walk out without her cane, giggling and so encouraged, feeling so much more ‘normal’.”
– Natalie S.
Worth every dollar.
“Worth every dollar. Mariska is knowledgeable, informative and really engaging. She tells it how it is and it was a privilege to have an insight into her world of living with MS. Her can do attitude to life is inspiring to anyone whether they are living with a Neuro condition or not. You will learn lots and lots and come away wanting to put it all into practice”
– Emma R.
It will help you train any type of client.
“Such a great course! Everyone who works in the movement profession should take it. I learned so much from Mariska. This course not only increases your understanding of neurological conditions, it will help you train any type of client.”
– Kristin S.
An exceptionally informative workshop.
“This is an exceptionally informative workshop that will give you a large box of tools to work with clients who are living with neurological complications and challenge you to think very creatively in programming for all your clients.”
– Julie M.
You must take this course!
“You must take this course! It's informative and not just theory — Mariska uses real life circumstances and experiences. It will expand your knowledge so you can shape the lives of clients whose needs are more than "just a good workout." I work with a number of clients with scoliosis and have already done some of the exercises with them... It's been super fun to see the light bulbs go off with the new ideas we have been trying. Anyone working with a wide variety of clientele needs this course!”
– Lara S.
I loved the creativity of the exercises.
“This course was very informative and the fact that it's taught by someone with MS made it even more insightful. I loved the creativity of the exercises and the useful tips on how to help people with neurological conditions more accurately accomplish the movements for maximum benefit.”
– Keva P.
Exceeded my expectations.
“This course exceeded my expectations. I’m getting exactly what I wanted.
Everything about the presentation, (including the Pilates for MS book) is so professionally done, typo-free, well- organized, concise, and easy to digest.
It’s gratifying to learn that I have been on the right track regarding the exercises I think my body needs, but your work has saved me a decade of trial and error trying to understand the most effective ways to push back disability."
– Beyhan T.
Definitely do it!
“Mariska makes neuroscience very accessible to all in this course. Definitely do it if you want to take your teaching to another level of excellence and functionality."
– Patricia S.
Definitely worth the cost.
“This course is definitely worth the cost. There's so much excellent information about working with people who have neurological conditions and new ideas for working with the levels and abilities of different types of clients. I highly recommend it!”
– Lynda J.
Groundbreaking.
“This was a groundbreaking, eye-opening course. It has gotten me better acquainted with my body and changed my work for the better."
– Nancy H.
One of the best courses I've ever taken.
“As a PT, I was never truly comfortable with neuro patients, but this course has made me want to request them! Truly one of the best courses I have taken over my 18 years of doing continuing education."
– Melissa S.
Simply amazing!
“This course is simply amazing! As a Pilates practitioner for many years, I am now dealing more and more with clients with neurological issues and this course was most helpful and eye opening! You get clear, precise instruction that's easy to follow and the exercises are very impactful for my clients! Thank you!
– Jeannine C.
Frequently Asked Questions
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If your questions aren't listed below, send us an email at info@theneurostudio.com
Who is this course for?
This course is designed for Pilates & fitness instructors, physical therapists & occupational therapists. It’s also appropriate for patients.
Are the strategies in this course applicable for people who have conditions other than MS?
Yes! While this course covers MS, Parkinson’s Disease & stroke in-depth and we mainly focus on central nervous system diseases, we also discuss methods for working with people who have peripheral nervous system injuries and diseases. Examples of other applicable conditions and injuries include brain and spinal cord injuries, transverse myelitis, motor neuron disease, post polio syndrome, and Charcot Marie Tooth.
The methods and exercises in this course are designed to help ANYONE who struggles with common symptoms like balance problems, gait issues, weakness & single-sided weakness, spasticity, rigidity, foot drop, and bladder & bowel problems.
You’ll learn how to harness the power of the brain body connection and achieve greater results with your movement training using exercise and neuroplasticity.
These techniques and exercises will work for ANY client who has a brain and a body!
Is this course live or recorded?
This is a self-paced online course with 4 core modules. Your registration includes lifetime access so you can watch it on your own schedule and refer back to the lessons anytime.
What does this course cover?
Pilates for Neurological Conditions covers the multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s, and stroke disease processes in depth, as well as issues common to many neurological diseases, including balance difficulties, weakness, muscle spasticity and rigidity, bladder problems, and gait abnormalities.
You will learn how to assess causes of movement issues, work with single side weakness to create better muscle balance, determine ineffective compensations and help remedy them, how and when to stretch to manage spasticity, techniques to create “detour circuitry” in the brain and spinal cord to work around existing nervous system damage...and much, MUCH more.
This course overs dozens of proven strategies and hundreds of creative, effective exercises that will help you get better results.
Are there any prerequisites for this course?
No. Some familiarity with anatomy is helpful, but if you have a brain and a body, you can follow this course! You do not need to have prior Pilates or neurological education or certifications to take this course.
Do I need access to Pilates equipment to take this course?
No. You'll learn dozens of effective strategies that you can implement with clients with or without Pilates equipment. The course also covers 300+ exercises both with AND without Pilates equipment so you'll never run out of ideas or options you can use with any client in any setting.
Is this course eligible for continuing education credits?
Yes! This course is approved for 16 National Pilates Certification Program (NCPC) continuing education credits (CECs).
Physical Therapists: Because each state has different requirements, we do not directly issue CEC’s/CEU’s, but we are happy to provide the information you need to apply for them with your state and all of our previous PT graduates have been granted credits for this course.
What is the Neuro Network?
If you’re an instructor or movement professional you will be added to our worldwide Neuro Network for future client referrals. We receive emails daily from clients who are looking to be matched with a Neuro Studio trained provider in their area or for virtual sessions. You can opt out of joining our referral network if you do not wish to receive client referrals.
Can I see course reviews or testimonials?
Definitely! We know your time and money is valuable, and we’re dedicated to delivering a top notch continuing education experience. This course has received rave reviews from students across the globe — read some of them there.
What is your refund policy?
I’m so sure that you’ll learn something new and valuable in this course that I’ll refund your money if you don’t.
Complete the course within 30 days and if you don’t learn anything new or useful, just email me and let me know what you’ve done to implement the techniques and I’ll issue you a full refund. If you have questions about refunds, please email us at info@theneurostudio.com.
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Enroll now and I’ll include a PDF copy of the Pilates for MS Textbook with your registration!
