Mastering the Fletcher Pilates Matwork Series
I teach the complete Fletcher Matwork series, focusing on breath, body awareness, and internal strength rather than aesthetic goals.
Practicing the Swan, a key exercise for spinal extension and back strength. This movement is a perfect example of how Fletcher Pilates helps improve posture and create length in the body.
This video shows a flowing sequence that includes a side bend and plank variation. These mat exercises are designed to build oblique strength, improve balance, and challenge your coordination.
The Teaser is one of the most iconic Pilates exercises, demanding core strength, balance, and control. Here I am practicing it outdoors, connecting the movement with the natural environment.
This is the Supine Leg Pull, an advanced mat exercise that strengthens the entire posterior chain, including the glutes, hamstrings, and back. It requires stability and power to execute correctly.
Another variation of the Teaser, this time surrounded by the ocean waves. Finding stability on an uneven surface adds an extra challenge to this classic core strengthening exercise.
This video, shot from a different perspective, shows a transition from a supine leg series into a full body stretch. Changing your point of view can help you see movement and your own body in a new light.
Even the smallest preparatory movements are important in Pilates. This kneeling arm series is prep work for a larger movement, but it teaches crucial lessons about internal effort and finding beauty in the details.
About this collection
These are not just exercises to tick off a list. Whether it is the Swan or the Teaser, the real work happens in the transitions between movements. If you are training to teach or just want to understand your own body mechanics, we start by mastering the fundamentals of percussive breathing and precise body alignment.
The Fletcher Pilates Matwork repertoire is distinct, rooted in the lineage of Ron Fletcher, a student of both Joseph Pilates and Martha Graham. My training program in India covers all 32 exercises of the Matwork sequence, broken down into Levels I, II, and III.
We do not focus on quick fixes. Instead, we train you in the Fletcher Fundamentals, which includes the signature Percussive Breathing technique. This method integrates breath with movement to energize the body and support spinal articulation. You will learn why each movement matters, how to adapt it for different body types, and the mechanics of tactile cueing.
My hybrid program is designed for accessibility. The theory and conceptual framework are delivered via live online modules, allowing you to learn from anywhere. Mandatory in-person intensives are held in Bangalore, where we focus on the practical application, hands-on adjustments, and teaching mechanics. By the end of this certification, you gain an internationally recognized credential that allows you to teach the Fletcher method globally. This is an invitation to deepen your practice, understand your own body, and join a community that values movement as a form of lifelong self-care.
Akshata Joshi
I am Akshata. My path to Pilates came through dance and injury, which is why I do not teach to help you lose weight. I teach to help you feel strong and aware in your own skin, one day at a time.
Looking for a different movement program?
You can search for specific classes or training modules using the bar below.
More from Fletcher Pilates Teacher Training & Certification by Akshata Joshi
More services by Akshata Joshi