Build Strength, Challenge Coordination, and Elevate Intensity

Intense Sculpting Challenge is a high-energy, resistance-based workshop developed by the Merrithew team to help instructors add challenge, variety, and intensity to Mat and private sessions using the Flex-Band® exerciser.

You’ll learn how to use resistance strategically to increase core engagement, peripheral strength, neuromuscular coordination, balance, and flexibility, while keeping movement safe, purposeful, and motivating.

This workshop delivers adaptable exercise options that work for both group classes and private clients.

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Course Format & Schedule

Format
Virtual Workshop

Dates:
MAY 23rd, 2026

Time & Total Training Time:
1:00 PM to 3:00 PM | 2 Hrs

Who This Course Is For

This workshop is ideal for:
• Pilates instructors teaching Intermediate to Advanced Mat classes
• Movement and fitness professionals seeking intensity without impact
• Trainers wanting fresh resistance-based programming
• Instructors working with private and group clients
• Teachers looking to increase challenge while maintaining control

If your clients want to feel strong, challenged, and accomplished, this workshop delivers.

What You Will Learn

In this workshop, you will learn how to:

• Apply STOTT PILATES® Principles to an Intermediate and Advanced-level Flex-Band workout
• Increase exercise intensity without sacrificing movement quality
• Maintain core stability while building upper and lower body strength
• Improve neuromuscular coordination, balance, and flexibility
• Use clear cues and corrections to ensure safety and effectiveness
• Offer multiple exercise variations to motivate a wide range of clients

The focus is smart resistance, not random intensity.

Why Flex-Band® Training Works

The Flex-Band® provides variable resistance that:
• Challenges stabilizing muscles
• Increases strength through full ranges of motion
• Enhances coordination and control
• Allows seamless regressions and progressions

This workshop helps you use the Flex-Band® with intention and confidence.

Equipment Used in This Workshop

• Pilates Mat
• Flex-Band® exerciser

Continuing Education Credits

✔ 3.0 STOTT PILATES Continuing Education Credits (CECs)

Important Information

Course materials are not included.

To ensure high-quality learning experiences, a minimum of 5 participants is required to hold this course.

Why Train With Awaken Studios

At Awaken Studios, we prioritize education that is:
• Practical and immediately usable
• Grounded in intelligent movement
• Adaptable for real clients
• Designed to keep teaching fresh and effective

This workshop gives you tools you’ll use again and again.

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