In this bonus episode, Nic sits down with Balanced Body Educator LaBriece Ochsner at the Pilates Gathering in Scotland to explore how education, compassion, and clarity in teaching continue to shape the future of Pilates.
LaBriece’s journey began over two decades ago in Zurich, where her first Pilates mat class revealed a method that would change her life. From teaching in Swiss fitness centres to running her own studio and becoming a global educator, she shares how her experience across cultures and languages has shaped her approach to teaching and mentoring others.
Together, Nic and LaBriece dive into the emotional and psychological side of teacher training, the importance of teaching real people (not just perfect movers), and why confidence, patience, and curiosity matter more than perfection.
LaBriece also opens up about balancing motherhood, studio ownership, and international education, and how Pilates can bridge the gap between fitness and deep movement work.
Timestamps:
00:00 – Intro to Labriece Ochsner, Balanced Body Educator
01:19 – Labriece’s first encounter with Pilates in Zurich
03:52 – From fitness instructor to certified teacher
05:19 – How Pilates teacher training has evolved
08:35 – The power of clear, simple cueing and communication
15:01 – Finding balance between work, teaching, and family
20:42 – The future of Pilates and integrating the fitness world
24:57 – Quick-fire questions
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