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
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
Our Pilates Teacher Training Program is certified by the Private Training Institute of British Columbia and is the only Canadian school with the PMA's approved school designation. Upon graduation from our 16 month Teacher Training Diploma Program you will be a fully qualified Classical Pilates Instructor and Movement Educator. You will also be eligible to take the NPCP certification exam.
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
IN-CLASSROOM PARTICIPATION HOURS
5 LECTURE MODULES (60 Hours)
The objective of the lecture modules is to learn all level 1-5 exercises on the Reformer, Cadillac, Chair, Mat, Barrels and Small Apparatus; and to be introduced to Franklin Method imagery and bone rhythms.
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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Practice Teach/Do
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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Practice Teach/Do
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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Practice Teach/Do
Lecture Module 4
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Level 4 Reformer, Mat, Cadillac and Chairs, Barrels and Misc.
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Pilates Pedagogy
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Franklin Method Balls and Bands
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Level 5 Reformer Performance
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Practice Teach/Do
Lecture Module 5
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Level 5 Reformer, Mat, Cadillac, Chairs, Barrels and Misc.
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Pilates Pedagogy
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Franklin Method Balls and Bands
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Level 5 Reformer Performance
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Practice Teach/Do
3 MOVEMENT SKILLS WEEKENDS (36 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.
Movement Skills Weekend 3
The Link System - you will learn to see how a change in the body’s alignment is associated with adjustments/changes in the joints and muscles OR how adjustments/changes in the joints and muscles are associated with a change in the body’s alignment.
Breath with Intention - we will be exploring how to utilize the breath to it's fullest in order to execute our movements more organically.
3 MODULES OF "PILATES ANATOMY IN CLAY" (20 Hours)
The objective of Pilates Anatomy in Clay is to learn all the bones in the body, mark the origin and insertion of muscles and to build the important pilates muscles from clay and attach the muscles to the skeleton model.
"The mind cannot forget what the hands have learned!"
Each Module will build on the previous one so that by the end of the 3rd Module you will have built, with your own hands, all the relevant Pilates muscles of the skeleton.
8 SYMPOSIUMS (24 Hours) - We have a variety of symposiums that we present - you can pick which 8 symposium you want to attend.
Anatomy
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
Timing of Breath and Movement
Teaching Clinic
The Art of Teaching
Pilates and Pregnancy
PRACTICAL APPLICATION SKILLS HOURS AND EXAMS
INSTRUCTION AND PRACTICAL APPLICATION SKILLS (680 hours)
Includes lessons, observation, personal practice, teaching, case study and misc.
EXAMS (10 hours)
Throughout the program there will be a variety of exams that you must complete with no lower than an 85% passing grade. The exams will be written as well as practical.
Cost of the Program (before tax)
Application Fee $75.00
Assessment Fee $75.00
Registration Fee (includes workbooks, RTL, Franklin Balls and Band) $350.00
Program Fee (includes tuition and exams) $8,500.00
Lessons (100 group classes) $2500
For more information on our "Pilates Teacher Training Diploma Program" please contact us at pilatesfromthecenter@me.com
