J C Penny Salon, Alamo Ranch Grand Opening:
At Elsie's invitation, I made my second appearance for area Penny's locations. I spoke to a gathering of seasoned and recently graduated stylists. I relayed some of the discomfort and injuries that one can suffer with poor posture and alignment in the salon. A few tips that I shared with the group were...
- When the arm is raised during services such as foiling or cutting, lift up the "eye" of the elbow so it looks out to the side of the room.
- Shoulder lifts and rolls are simple movements that can ease fatigue during the work day.
- Barefoot, lift and lower your toes with the balls and heels of your feet pressing down.
- At the end of the day, lie on your back with your legs elevated, heels against the wall to alleviate heaviness in the legs.
I joined Synergy Studio teachers of NIA, Yoga and Belly Dancing for a morning of demonstrations for the students enrolled in this fashionable cosmetology school. I performed Pilates, pointing out to the assembled estiticians the exercises that would be helpful to their particular line of work. Later, I addressed the cosmetologists then demonstrated Pilates as our studio owner informed the studio about classes and cross marketing opportunities.
Have Mat, Will Travel
These are two examples of the kind of presentations I offer to beauty schools (complimentary) and salons ($75 plus $10 per attendee). Salon owners may also arrange for exclusive Pilates For Stylists continuing education courses for their staff.
Getting out of the salon and into the Pilates studio is also a great way to have fun, learn Pilates and take care of your Stylist body.
Please email or phone me to discuss how I might help your salon or school.
