Upcoming Workshops
November 2026 Workshops
with Kirsten McFarlane
Kirsten McFarlane is a 2nd Generation Classical Pilates teacher based in Vancouver, BC and a devoted practitioner for over 20 years. She trained with Louise Tomchek (a student of Romana Kryzanowska) and is a graduate of The Method, a graduate level, invitation only program through Vintage Pilates in Los Angeles. Kirsten was part of the final cohort to study with Jay Grimes, who learned from and taught alongside Joseph Pilates. Jay was instrumental in preserving Joe's voice and the integrity of Joe's method.
Kirsten is the founder of Spectrum Pilates, where she teaches the classical work with a focus on clarity, connection and progression. She also mentors teachers through her Contrology Coach program, and is committed to building a strong, collaborative Canadian Pilates community while continuing to evolve as a student herself. She is committed to building a strong, collaborative Canadian Pilates community while continuing to evolve as a student herself.
Outside the studio, Kirsten is a mother of two teenagers and spends as much time as possible in the mountains with her dog, Revi.
WORKSHOP WEEKEND
SHEDULE & PRICING
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 13th, 2026
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Privates / Semi-Privates with Kirsten
1:00 PM – 2:30 PM: Collective Session
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM: Open Gym
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM: Privates / Semi-Privates with Kirsten
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM: 5 à 7 / Happy Hour with Kirsten
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 14th, 2026
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Privates / Semi-Privates with Kirsten
12:30 – 2:30 PM: Workshop #1 - From Rules to Reason: Think Critically Within the Classical Method
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM: Open Gym
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM: Privates / Semi-Privates with Kirsten
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 15th, 2026
9:00 AM – 10:00 AM: Privates / Semi-Privates with Kirsten
10:00 AM – 12:00 pM: Workshop #2 - Teach Like Joe: Building Independence through Open Gyms
12:30 PM – 1:30 PM: Open Gym
1:30 PM – 3:30 PM: Workshop #3 - The Art of Progression: Using the Method to Challenge Your Students
4:00 PM – 5:30 PM: Q&A with Kirsten
SESSION PRICING
Collective Session: $60 / person
Open Gym: $50 / person (max. 6 people)
Private Session w/ Kirsten: $140
Semi-Private Session (2 people): $85 / person
Semi-Private Session (3 people): $70 / person
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EARLY BIRD PRICING (until October 15th)
Individuel Workshop: $175
Q&A with Kirsten: $25
Full Weekend (All 3 Workshops, 1 Collective Session, 1 Open Gym, Q&A): $595
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REGULAR PRICING (after October 15th)
Individual Workshop: $210
Q&A with Kirsten : $30
Full Weekend (All 3 Workshops, 1 Collective Session, 1 Open Gym, Q&A): $695
**Prices do not includes taxes
FOR THE FULL WEEKEND PACKAGE
FOR THE Q&A WITH KIRSTEN
WORKSHOPS
From Rules to Reason: Think Critically Within the Classical Method
Saturday, November 14th, 2026 | 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Explore why the rules exist, when to question them, and how to navigate the grey zones of Pilates. Develop the critical thinking needed to make informed choices while maintaining the integrity of the Classical Method.
Teach Like Joe: Building Independence through Open Gyms
Sunday, November 15th, 2026 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Explore why Joseph Pilates designed his Method for independent practice and how to foster that independence from the first lesson. Learn practical strategies for preparing students for Open Gym and troubleshooting common challenges.
The Art of Progression: Using the Method to Challenge Your Students
Sunday, November 15th, 2026 | 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Progression is more than moving on to the next exercise. Learn how to use the Method to create meaningful challenges that meet students where they are while maintaining the integrity of the system.
BOOK WITH
KIRSTEN MCFARLANE
NOVEMBER 13th
Private or Semi-Private Sessions (10:00 AM – 12:00 PM):
Contact us directly at info@studioletigre.com
Collective Session (1:00 PM – 2:30 PM):
BOOK HERE
Open Gym (3:00 PM – 4:00 PM):
BOOK HERE
Private or Semi-Private Sessions (4:00 PM – 5:00 PM):
Contact us directly at info@studioletigre.com
NOVEMBER 14th
Private or Semi-Private Sessions (9:00 AM – 12:00 PM):
Contact us directly at info@studioletigre.com
Open Gym (3:00 PM – 4:00 PM):
BOOK HERE
Private or Semi-Private Sessions (4:00 PM – 5:00 PM):
Contact us directly at info@studioletigre.com
NOVEMBER 15th
Private or Semi-Private Sessions (9:00 AM – 10:00 AM):
Contact us directly at info@studioletigre.com
Open Gym (12 h 30 – 13 h 30):
BOOK HERE
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
There are only 12 Full Weekend packages available. For any questions, please write to us at info@studioletigre.com.
The number of places for individual workshops, the group session and the question period is limited to a maximum of 20 people, while the free studio is limited to a maximum of 6 people.
The 5 à 7 / Happy Hour will only be accessible to people who have purchased an activity during the weekend. As appetizers are served, please inform us of any serious allergies that we should take into account.
CANCELLATION POLICY
For Full Weekend packages, a full refund will only be possible before October 30th (less a $100.00 administrative fee). A 50% refund will be possible up to one week before the first workshop (November 6th, 2026). After November 6th, 2026, no refunds will be given.