OUR INSTRUCTORS
Our Pilates Teacher Training Program is designated by the Private Training Institute Branch of British Columbia and is one of a kind! It is based on the Classical Pilates repertoire and infused with Franklin Method Conceptions. By the end of the program you will acquire a strong knowledge base of body mechanics, Pilates anatomy, basic natural functions of the body as well as a strong understanding of the Pilates Method on all pieces of equipment. Upon graduation of the program you will receive a Diploma and you will be fully qualified to teach the full level 5 Pilates repertoire and therefore be able to assist other trainees going through our program.
All instructors at Pilates from the Center are graduates of the Classical Pilates Method. The program they've had to complete is one of the most comprehensive and intensive program in the world giving them both practical and experiential knowledge.
With this knowledge base, they are definitely considered leading instructors in the Pilates Industry.
Pilates from the Center
Our new eMbody Program is designed for those of you that want to embody self more deeply, understand the bio-mechanics of your body more intensely and get a deeper understanding of the Pilates repertoire without having to become a Pilates Instructor.
The eMbody Program is 250 hours which starts in September and finishes in June. Once graduated from the eMbody Program you will receive a diploma in Body Mechanics, Movement and Embodiment.
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
IN-CLASSROOM PARTICIPATION HOURS
3 LECTURE MODULES (36 Hours)
The objective of the lecture modules is to learn all level 1-3 exercises on the Reformer, Cadillac, Chair, Mat, Barrels and Small Apparatus; and to be introduced to Franklin Method imagery.
Lecture Module 1
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Fundamental Movement Skills of Pilates
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History of Joseph Pilates and Return to Life; History of Eric Franklin
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Level 1 Reformer, Mat, Cadillac, Chairs, Barrels and Misc.
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Modifications and Bridge Exercises
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Pilates Pedagogy
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Franklin Method Balls and Bands
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Self Practice
Lecture Module 2
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Level 2 Reformer, Mat, Cadillac, Chairs, Barrels and Misc.
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Modifications and Bridge Exercises
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Pilates Pedagogy
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Franklin Method Balls and Bands
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Self Practice
Lecture Module 3
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Level 3 Reformer, Mat, Cadillac, Chairs, Barrels and Misc.
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Modifications and Bridge Exercises
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Pilates Pedagogy
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Franklin Method Balls and Bands
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Self Practice
2 MOVEMENT SKILLS WEEKENDS (24 Hours)
The objective of the Movement Skills is to acquire a deeper understanding of the Fundamentals of the Pilates Method as well as a deeper understanding of the body and it's movement patterns.
Movement Skills Weekend 1
Fundamentals in Depth - we will be looking at the fundamentals of Pilates in great depth and discussing the importance of truly emboding the fundamentals in order to move smoothly through level 3 exerises and powerfully into your level 4/5 exercises.
Movement Skills Weekend 2
Movement and Meditation - we will be exploring how to connect to our inner selves in order to execute movement more organically and with deeper embodiment.
5 SYMPOSIUMS (15 Hours) - We have a variety of symposiums that we present - you can pick which symposium you want to attend.
The Dance of the Girdles
Partnering
Getting to Know your Iliopsoas
Yamuna Body Rolling
Nine Lines of Movement
Special Populations
Spring into Mat
The Foot - Foundation and Propulsion
Pilates and Pregnancy
ETC.
PRACTICAL APPLICATION SKILLS HOURS AND EXAMS
INSTRUCTION AND PRACTICAL APPLICATION SKILLS (170 hours)
Includes lessons (50 lessons - cost not included in program fee), personal practice (100 in studio hours) and misc. (20 hours)
EXAMS (5 hours)
Throughout the program there will be 3 exams that you must complete, one written anatomy exam and two practical performance exams.
Cost of the Program (before tax)
Application Fee $75.00
Registration Fee (includes workbooks, RTL, Franklin Balls and Band) $250.00
Program Fee (includes tuition and exams) $3,450
Lessons 50 - price not included in the cost of the program and price varies depending on type of lesson.
For more information on our "eMbody Program" please contact us at pilatesfromthecenter@me.com