PILATES FOUNDATION WORK
-Program Overview
-History and Philosophy of Joseph H. Pilates
-Principles of Pilates
-The Fundamentals and how they provide the basis of the work
-Foundation Exercises
-Basic 5 Mat
-All exercises include technique, modifications, teacher spotting, safety and anatomy.

MAT LEVELS I-III
-Mat Exercises Levels I-III
    All exercises include technique, modifications, teacher spotting, safety and anatomy
-Practice Teaching
-Teaching Skills
-Teach by communication style
-Imagery for verbal cuing
-Transitions
-Link system – looking at muscular patterning and bony landmarks
-How to Teach a Mat Class

Complementary Exercises/Equipment
     -Magic Circle
     -Roller
     -Standing Weights
     -Standing Footwork
     -Wall

ANATOMY & PILATES MOVEMENT PRINCIPLES
This workshop covers basic musculo-skeletal anatomy but in a much more comprehensive way. We look at the skeletal system and muscles most commonly affected by Pilates movements, joint movement and other important anatomical terminology. We also take an in-depth look at breathing and the scapular-humeral rhythm; how the shoulder blade should move in order to decrease neck and shoulder tension. This workshop can only be opted out of if completed an equivalent course or Bachelor’s Degree in a related field.

REQUIREMENTS FOR  CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION
Completion of the workshops
50 practice teaching hours
40 observation hours
20 lessons (10 privates/10 classes)
5 miscellaneous hours
2 written tests – Level I-III and anatomy
1 teaching test – Level II, private client
1 performance test – Level III
Total Apprentice Hours: 115
Total Workshop Hours: 30
Total Hours for Completion: 145

COST: $1600 Includes:
-Workshop hours: 30
-20% discount off additional lessons
-Advisor for support and apprenticeship supervision

Not Included:
Training Manual: $100
Anatomy Book: $55 plus tax
Private Teaching Test $90

Performance Test: $90
1 Written Test: $100
Anatomy Test: $40