The Art of Simplicity in Pilates Cuing with LaBriece Ochsner

In this bonus episode, Nic sits down with Balanced Body Educator LaBriece Ochsner at the Pilates Gathering in Scotland to explore how education, compassion, and clarity in teaching continue to shape the future of Pilates.LaBriece’s journey began over two decades ago in Zurich, where her first Pilates mat class revealed a method that would change her life. From teaching in Swiss fitness centres to running her own studio and becoming a global educator, she shares how her experience across cultures and languages has shaped her approach to teaching and mentoring others.Together, Nic and LaBriece dive into the emotional and psychological side of teacher training, the importance of teaching real people (not just perfect movers), and why confidence, patience, and curiosity matter more than perfection.LaBriece also opens up about balancing motherhood, studio ownership, and international education, and how Pilates can bridge the gap between fitness and deep movement work.Timestamps:00:00 – Intro to Labriece Ochsner, Balanced Body Educator01:19 – Labriece’s first encounter with Pilates in Zurich03:52 – From fitness instructor to certified teacher05:19 – How Pilates teacher training has evolved08:35 – The power of clear, simple cueing and communication15:01 – Finding balance between work, teaching, and family20:42 – The future of Pilates and integrating the fitness world24:57 – Quick-fire questionsIf this episode inspired you, please follow or subscribe to Beyond the Reformer wherever you listen to podcasts!Connect with Nic:Beyond the Reformer InstagramSoul Pilates InstagramSoul Pilates EducationNic’s InstagramJoin Soul at HomeBook a Pilates ClassConnect with LaBriece:WebsiteLabriece’s Instagram