Our Intermediate Pilates Teacher Training Program is based on a 12 month curriculum amounting to over 395 hours of study and practice. Upon completion of the program, you will be a fully qualified Level 3 Classical Pilates Instructor and Movement Educator.

 

The extensive Level 1-3 training will give you the foundational knowledge to confidently teach new and practicing Pilates clients while challenging you to embody the Classical Pilates exercises and movement skills learned throughout the program that are critical to progressing to an Advanced Level 4 or Level 5.  

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PROGRAM OVERVIEW & IN-STUDIO PARTICIPATION HOURS:

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3 LECTURE WEEKENDS 

The objective of the lecture weekends is to learn all level 1-3 exercises on the Reformer, Cadillac, Chair, Mat, Barrels and Small Apparatus. Each 2 day lecture weekend will cover:​

• A breakdown of each level's exercises on Reformer, Mat, Cadillac, Chairs, Barrels and misc. apparatus 

• Breath and choreography of each exercise

• Modifications and bridge exercises for each level 

• Transitions between exercises

• Personal practice 

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3 FUNDAMENTAL MOVEMENT SKILLS WORKSHOPS 

The objective of Movement Skills workshops is to acquire a deeper understanding of the body and its functional movement patterns to recognize the fundamental movements present within Classical Pilates exercises. 

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PILATES ANATOMY WEEKEND

You will learn essential anatomy terms, the bones of the human skeleton, and the location and function of muscles to effectively address them as a Pilates Instructor. 

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2 SYMPOSIUMS

We have a variety of symposium topics to draw from but within the program, one will always focus on elevating teaching skills while the other will cover a topic that elevates movement education. Some examples of the Intermediate symposiums we offer are:

1. The Toolbox for Teaching a Beginner

2. The Art of Cueing

3. Franklin Method: The Dynamic Abdominals

4. Nine Lines of Movement

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We present additional workshops throughout the year covering subject matter of interest to our clients and the Pilates community. Trainees are also welcome to attend any of these at an additional cost.

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EXAMS & EVALUATIONS 

Throughout the program there will be 3 written exams that require an 85% passing grade:

• Anatomy Part 1 (Bones)

• Anatomy Part 2 (Muscles)

• Theory Exam

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In addition, there will be performance and teaching evaluations:

• Mid-term Exam - Level 2-3 Performance 

• Observed Teach of 3 private lessons and 1 group class

• Prep Exam for Final - Level 3 Performance and Observed Teach 

• Final Exam - Level 3 Performance and Observed Teach

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INSTRUCTION AND PRACTICAL APPLICATION SKILLS 

• Observation - 75 hours

• Lessons (including Trainee Group Class) - 55 hours

• Personal Practice - 75 hours

• Practice Teaching - 105 hours​

• Miscellaneous (research/reporting/required reading) 

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Prerequisite for Intermediate Program:

At least 20 hours of Classical Pilates classes to ensure a general understanding of the equipment and Classical method.

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