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Course Description

Sinya Cadillac Essentials is a fundamental module for working on the Cadillac, inspired by the Sinya Pilates philosophy, which combines biomechanical precision, movement creativity, and flexibility and modularity.

The course introduces you to the world of conscious movement on apparatus, teaching not only how to use the Push Through Bar, Roll Down Bar, Trapeze, and springs, but also reading the client’s body to flexibly adapt the repertoire to their current needs. In the spirit of Sinya Pilates, we emphasize the versatility of exercises – from rehabilitation work to fitness, from gentle breathing patterns to advanced core strengthening.

The primary goal is to master patterns of stabilization, elongation, and spinal mobilization in supine and seated positions, with emphasis on consciously using breath as a movement control tool. The Sinya Pilates philosophy emphasizes that movement on the Cadillac integrates biomechanics, breath, and proprioception – therefore, during this module, we focus on sensing axial length, deep stabilization, and precise spinal control in various lying and sitting positions.

What You Will Learn

Building central stabilization in neutral alignment – you will learn how to activate deep core muscles in supine and seated positions while maintaining neutral pelvic and spinal alignment. Axial elongation and segmental spinal mobilization – you will learn axial lengthening techniques with emphasis on segmental spinal articulation, allowing your clients to work effectively and safely, particularly in the context of movement therapy. Coordinating breath with movement – you will master leading exercises in synchronization with breath, teaching lateral thoracic breathing, directional breathing, and full 3D breathing, which increases the effectiveness of every session. Understanding the biomechanics of body alignment on the Cadillac – you will learn to analyze body alignment in relation to springs, with individual resistance selection, giving you full control over adapting exercises to different client needs.

This module provides a complete technical and substantive foundation, forms the core of development in the Sinya Pilates method, and enables easy program adaptation to any studio and client.

Who Is It For?

For Pilates instructors who want to develop modern Cadillac work competencies

Ideal for those working with post-injury clients, seniors, athletes, and anyone who needs an integrated approach to movement.

Development Opportunities

Opportunities for further development within the Sinya system:

Sinya Cadillac Integration (rotations, gravitational control, traction)

LEVEL V

Therapeutic specializations (Sinya Therapeutic Path)

LEVEL VI

Sinya Apparatus Blend & Instructor Mastery (Sinya Apparatus Blend Workshops – integrating Reformer, Chair, Cadillac in one session. Workshop participation counts 6 hours of Practice required to complete Level 4 Sinya Cadillac Specialization).

Exercise Repertoire

Beginner level:

  • Breathing with Push Through Bar – 3D breathing, rib mobilization.
  • Roll Down with Push Through Bar / Roll Up Assisted – segmental spinal mobilization.
  • The Hundred (Assisted) – core activation with resistance.
  • Pelvic Tilt / Pelvic Curl – pelvic placement control.
  • Arm Springs – Supine Series:
    • Down & Up
    • Circles (front, back)
    • Triceps Press
    • Hug a Tree
    • Chest Expansion
  • Leg Springs – Supine Series:
    • Frog
    • Circles
    • Bend & Stretch
    • Open & Close
  • Footwork Supine (Leg Springs):
    • Parallel Heels & Toes
    • Pilates V
    • 2nd Position Heels
  • Cat Stretch on Push Through Bar – axial elongation.
  • Bridging on Cadillac / Bridge with Roll Down Bar – posterior chain strengthening.
  • Shoulder Roll Down / Chest Lift Prep – learning segmental movement.

Intermediate level:

  • Swan with Push Through Bar – back mobilization.
  • Monkey Stretch – spinal elongation, traction.
  • Leg Springs – Side Lying Series:
    • Up & Down
    • Circles
  • Arm Springs – Side Lying Series:
    • Hug a Tree
    • Salute
    • Chest Expansion
  • Tower Prep & Tower – core activation, spinal elongation.
  • Scissors and Bicycle (Assisted) – coordination, lengthening.
  • Knees Off Prep (Push Through Bar) – preparation for support positions.
  • Bridge Series – Feet on Bar – lower chain muscle integration.
  • Side Bend & Mermaid on Cadillac – spiral work.

Advanced level (introduced as a preview of subsequent modules):

  • Teaser on Cadillac – strength, control, coordination.
  • Airplane – global elongation and stabilization.
  • Back Bend with Roll Down Bar – chest opening, mobilization.
  • Hanging Pull Ups / Inverted Hanging Series – advanced body control in suspension.
  • Shoulder Stand on Trapeze – stabilization and elongation in suspension.
  • Spread Eagle – dynamic strengthening of girdles and limbs.
 
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