DOROTHEE VANDEWALLE
A TEACHER'S EYE IN CLASSICAL PILATES
Refining how you see, cue and correct clients
September 18–20, 2026
We are honored and excited to welcome Master Teacher Trainer Dorothee Vandewalle back to UPPilates Burlingame for a special Continuing Education Weekend in the Classical Pilates Method.
With decades of teaching experience and a reputation for developing exceptional teachers, Dorothee brings a unique ability to breakdown the exercises, sharpen observation skills, and help teachers learn how to use the Pilates apparatus as an effective teaching partner.
The focus of this educational weekend is developing a stronger teacher's eye—learning to observe more, cue less, and recognize when the work itself can provide the feedback your clients need.
Rather than trying to fix every movement, teachers will learn how to identify what is most important, make more effective teaching decisions, and create stronger sessions that allow clients to move, learn, and succeed on their own.
This weekend is designed for Pilates teachers, teacher trainees, studio owners, and dedicated students seeking to deepen their understanding of the Classical Pilates system and further refine their teaching skills.
PRIVATE & DUET SESSIONS
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FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 2026
Dorothee Vandewalle. & April Tillman
9:00 am - 3:30 pm
April will be joining Dorothee for the weekend and will be available for Private and Duet Sessions on Friday, and throughout the workshop days providing additional opportunities for sessions.
April Tillman is the owner of Summit Studio in Hood River, Oregon, and a Teacher Trainer for Metropolitan Pilates in Seattle, Washington.
To book, email uppilatesburlingame@gmail.com
Educational Schedule
WORKSHOPS DAY 1
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SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 2026
10:00 AM - Group Mat Pilates
Begin the day with a Mat workout designed to prepare the body and mind for the educational workshops ahead.
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11:30 AM – 1:30 PM - REFORMER
Seeing & Teaching on the Reformer
(2-Hour Workshop)
Learn how to use the Reformer as a true teaching tool by allowing the apparatus to guide and inform the body rather than relying on over correcting. Explore observation skills, timing, rhythm, progression, and how to better recognize what the body needs through the work itself.
Discover how the Reformer can provide valuable feedback for both teacher and student while refining your ability to see movement patterns and make more effective teaching decisions.
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2:00 PM – 4:00 PM - CHAIRS & BARRELS
Refining Control Without Support
(2-Hour Workshop)
Develop a deeper understanding of control, organization, and precision through the Chairs and Barrels. Learn how these apparatus challenge stability, strength, alignment, and movement awareness while refining your ability to teach with clarity and purpose. Explore how reduced support creates opportunities for greater feedback, improved body organization, and stronger movement patterns.
WORKSHOP DAY 2
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SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 20,2026
9:00 AM - Group Mat Pilates
Prepare for the day's workshop with a Classical Mat workout emphasizing connection, control, and precision.
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10:00 AM – 12:30 PM - THE CADILLAC & PEDI-POLE
Organizing the Body: from Support to Upright Strength
(2.5-Hour Workshop)
Explore how the Cadillac and Pedi-Pole work together to organize the body, improve alignment, and develop upright strength. Participants will examine how supported movement on the Cadillac translates to greater balance, postural control, and integration on the Pedi-Pole while refining their understanding of these powerful teaching tools.
WORKSHOP PRICING
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Full Weekend Package .......... $450
A La Carte:
Reformer Workshop (2 Hours) .......... $150
Chairs & Barrels Workshop (2 Hours) .......... $150
Cadillac & Pedi-Pole Workshop (2.5 Hours) .......... $195
Workshop Capacity: Limited to 15 Participants
EVENT LOCATION
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UPPilates Burlingame
204 Myrtle Road
Burlingame, CA 94010
Located in beautiful downtown Burlingame, UPPilates is a fully equipped Classical Pilates studio.
Approximately 10–15 minutes from San Francisco International Airport (SFO).
Walking Distance To:
• Cafés
• Restaurants
• Shopping
• Burlingame Avenue
• Hotels & Accommodations
STUDIO AMENITIES
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• Fully Equipped Classical Pilates Studio
• Filtered Water Station
• Wi-Fi
• Towels Available
• Shower Facilities
• Easy Street Parking
• Nearby Public Parking Lots
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We look forward to welcoming teachers and students from around the Bay Area and beyond for a weekend of continuing education, professional growth, and inspiration in the Classical Pilates Method. For more information email us: uppilatesburlingame@gmail.com