Pilates Space

I am very excited to be a teaching a Fletcher Pilates Matwork Program in Ottawa starting in January!

Are you interested in teaching? This is the ideal way to start.

Strength, mobility and spine health are just a few of the benefits that your body will thank you for, by digging deep in the Foundational elements of Pilates Matwork as a practice. Once you've experienced the transformation in your body, teaching the Matwork can empower others to live a more mindful embodied life.

This program focuses on developing an understanding, as well as creative approach to teaching Pilates Matwork sessions and classes to all skill levels.

Ideal for the Pilates enthusiast, dance teachers, physios, personal trainers and more!

Go to the link in my bio for more details!

Or email me [email protected] so we can connect!
Jacqueline


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Honoured to be presenting at the Fletcher Pilates 20th Anniversary Event! From October 20-23, join us for an immersive experience that celebrates two decades of transformation and empowerment. ✨🎉

Thrilled to be teaching along side these super stars David McMahan, Martha Ramirez and Kelli Workman in the intimate studio setting of Fletcher Pilates international headquarters in Tucson, Arizona, USA.

Prepare to be inspired by new insights, techniques, and the artistry of Pilates. Whether you're a seasoned practitioner or new to the practice, this event promises growth, connection, and a deeper understanding of the Pilates journey.

Limited spots are available, so don't miss out on this unique opportunity. Register at fletcherpilates.com. See you there!!

Looking forward to presenting at the 20th anniversary Fletcher Pilates conference!

Gratitude to from for hosting this Fletcher Intensive Course review for new Fletcher providers in Sudbury. And thanks to all who attended the Towelwork and Barrework class today. See you tomorrow for more review and the Floorwork and Towelwork class.

“You get out of it what you put into it!” Ron Fletcher

Delighted to be teaching this week from 9:45-11:15am on Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday (March 7, 8, 10) at .

Titled Movement, Articulation & Exploration this class was born from a need to diversify my practice and my teaching during the pandemic. It is a collection of ideas from the various trainings that I’ve pursued in the last decade. Its designed to move your body, increase awareness and invite curiosity for your improv practice solo and with others. Come get your groove on!! Hope to see you there!
PS thanks to all of today’s movers! ❤️

Please click the link below to reserve your spot:

https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/movement-articulation-exploration-classes-at-odd-march-7th-8th-and-10th-tickets-570910527757?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=escb

ID: A dancer (Jacqueline Ethier) with light skin, short hair, a mustard yellow tank top, and black pants is in a deep lunge with one hand reaching for the floor and the other on her thigh. The image also includes information on the class that is written in the caption.

Photo by Curtis Perry

Lighting by Gabriel Cropley

Hugs and love from your PS family too! ❤️

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From our family to yours, wishes for a joyous and peaceful holiday season! Here's to love, light and health for 2023. ❤️

With love,
Jacqueline, Charlie, Alla & Max

Featuring Jacqueline Ethier! Dancer in “Empty Space⼁Empty Time” choreographed by ODD AD Yvonne Coutts.

Jacqueline Ethier is a dance artist, teacher, mother and business woman. See www.pilatesspace.com for more information on Jacqueline!

Our question to Jacqueline:
You are a Pilates teacher and studio owner. Congratulations on Pilates Space’s 20 year anniversary! How has your teaching career informed you as a performer?

“Working with a varied group of movers of all ages and abilities, I’d say my teaching reminds me daily of how grateful I am to be performing and expressing myself through dance in my 40s. My personal Pilates practice along with other modalities I’ve studied over the years have helped me stay conditioned and adaptable in an aging body. Acquired wisdom has also helped me to recognize my limits but to continue to expand my movement potential with a combination of strength and suppleness. My children have taught me to approach all this serious work with curiosity and joy! Gratitude, self-acceptance and living a life of balance are at the heart of it all for me and I strive to allow all of myself to be expressed in my dancing.”

Thank you Jacqueline for sharing about your approach to movement and for your beautiful dancing in “Empty Space⼁Empty Time!”

Photos by Curtis Perry

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Image 1: Dancer Jacqueline Ethier holds both hands up to her left ear as she steps to the left and looks down to her right. She wears a golden yellow tank top and dark pants. There is a matching warm golden light shining out from behind her.
Image 2: Dancer Jacqueline Ethier is in a deep lunge with one very strong arm reaching down to the floor where her hand is flat on the ground. She looks softly to the ground.
Image 3: Dancers Jacqueline Ethier and Alya Graham are sitting on the ground - Jacqueline with her arms behind her and her knees bent, Alya with her legs outstretched, her hands in her lap, and her focus on Jacqueline.

Nearing the end of my teaching hiatus spending time relearning ‘since then’, a highly intricate, gestural duet with . It was created by Peggy Baker in 2019 and made possible with funding from the Canada Council for the Arts and the Ontario Arts Council. Gratitude to Yvonne Coutts and Lana Morton for their commitment in premiering this duet this year after a long wait. ❤️

Join us for Series Dance 10 June 2-4 in the ODD box theatre!

You have to come out of your own life to bring life to others. That is art. ~ Peggy Baker

The Fletcher Pilates Comprehensive Program is under way. The three seven-day teacher training program sessions are run via zoom through headquarters in Tucson, Arizona. The first one was completed last week - a full 35 hours of movement and exploration. I'm delighted to be mentoring two students through the program. You'll be seeing more of Caitlin and Amanda in-studio practicing, observing and assisting in the coming months. As some of you know, I've been involved in this process for over 15 years now and I always find inspiration in reconnecting to all aspects of Ron's work and helping the next generations of teachers along the way.

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Much gratitude to all for being there to share with us. ❤️

Massive thanks to the audiences who joined ODD and Raphael Weinroth-Browne for a remarkable closing night on Saturday! Watch for the next two events coming soon! 🙏 to all of these incredible artists

Ottawa Dance Directive marks 11th anniversary with in-person performance | All in a Day with Alan Neal | Live Radio | CBC Listen When the Ottawa Dance Directive celebrates 11 years this week, the music of cellist Raphael Weinroth-Browne will accompany a dance performance that looks to explore loss and perseverance. We talk about that and another performance uncovering artificial idolatry and what it means to obey without ques...

I’ve taken a hiatus from teaching this month to dance with Compagnie ODD . Days start with morning dance class to warm-up for a full day of rehearsal. Lunge, turn, roll to the ground, get up, count, see, repeat. Again... Again… Every day I cross the MacKenzie King Bridge to I’m grateful to be creating art and pushing myself physically along side so many incredible artists.

Art enables us to find ourselves and lose ourselves at the same time. ~ Thomas Merton

See you all soon in the ODDBOX!
Only few tickets left on Wednesday!

ODD 11 Dance Season

https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/odd-11-dance-season-tickets-311928014087

Jocelyn Todd Etienne Lambert Jacqueline Ethier Yvonne Coutts Sarah Hopkin Alya Graham Katherine N Amanda Bon Jessie Susan Lh Charles-Alexis Desgagnés Lana Morton

Pilates Space updated their info in the about section.

Part 2! You were 29 years old when you were the proud recipient of the Ottawa Business Journal 40 under 40 award. Then Ottawa Chamber of Commerce Business of the Year Award, Woman of Distinction Award and the list goes on. You’re truly a remarkable woman Jacqueline! You’ve somehow balanced a career in business, pursued your career as a dance artist and mothered two pretty exceptional humans along the way.

At first, I was your rock and sounding board. There were many expansions and renovations and moves and it was all worth it. I’m glad that we eventually joined forces and settled into our current location. I was hesitant to move out of the downtown core but you were so confident and happy that it was contagious. The timing was a bit stressful. You were pregnant with our second child and gave birth at home just a few weeks after the move. Yikes! With an energetic toddler and a newborn, you kept our team motivated and let them rise up during your leave. That’s another thing about you, you bring out the best in people. I love our little Pilates Space, I love the location, I love all our staff and I love all of our clients. What an amazing place!!! And, oh yah and PS…I love you!

Speaking of which, when COVID-19 initially hit and Pilates Space was forced to close, I always knew that while you were behind the wheel, we were going to be OK. Our “PS I love you” campaign was a huge success. The community came together and got us through the toughest time to be in business. Although we have a few bruises, we came out standing tall and proud, on our new floor! Almost 9 years after wanting to change that dang carpet, it finally got done.

Happy 45 Birthday Jacqueline! Happy 20th Anniversary Pilates Space and cheers to at least another 20 Years of PS! Charlie ❤️

A message from Charlie…Part 1! Dearest and loveliest Jacqueline. HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!

You’ve spent a lot of time and energy writing thoughtful birthday wishes for all the Pilates Space staff even when times were rough and your time was scarce. Now it’s your turn for a birthday wish.

One thing I picked up on, from the moment we met, is that you know what you want and that you’re not afraid to ask for it and excitedly work towards getting it. You scored me 😉 didn’t you, haha, heehee… Even though we had perfectly fine ice cream at home, you wanted a Dairy Queen Peanut Buster Parfait with Pecans instead of peanuts and nothing else mattered. Do you remember the time when we actually ate ice cream?

I remember the time in 2001 when you told me that you were getting a loan from The Caisse Populaire to buy Pilates equipment and you were going to rent space. I believe that a bank had already declined to lend you money. I wasn’t sure that this was a good choice since I, nor most of Ottawa, hadn’t heard about Pilates yet. You did it, and fast forward, you’ve built a solid business that not only supports our family but has improved the lives of everyone who has crossed your path. You wanted to have a space, a Pilates Space, where everyone was welcome and you would not tolerate any B.S. You’ve done that for 20 years!

You searched for years to find the missing answers in your Pilates practice and after numerous trips to Tucson Arizona you found it in Fletcher Pilates. You have since expanded your teaching knowledge with the MELT method, Z Health, FRC, Fighting Monkey and so much more, just so you can offer our clients the best movement experience. You know so much but you keep wanting more.

PS check the next post for Part 2!

I was first introduced to Yoga Nidra by Guy Cools at Ottawa Dance Directive. If you'd like to explore rest, recovery and insight, I highly recommend you join. The timing is serendipitous.
Yoga Nidra is a form of meditation - a unique combination of deep relaxation and alert awareness - that rejuvenates and renews both the physical body and the mind.