How should cueing for familiar exercises be adjusted as a client progresses?

As clients progress in their Pilates practice, their familiarity and comfort with the exercises increase, which allows for a shift in how instructors cue them. Reducing transition, set-up, and execution cueing is appropriate because more seasoned clients have a better grasp of the movements and require less detailed guidance to perform the exercises correctly.

At this stage, clients have likely developed muscle memory for familiar exercises, enabling them to focus more on the nuances and subtleties of their practice rather than the basic mechanics. This shift can encourage greater independence and confidence in their abilities. Furthermore, reducing cueing does not mean providing no instruction; it is about allowing the client to connect more deeply with the movement and explore their own body awareness. This can lead to a more enriching and engaging practice.