Description
Body & Flow Pilates Reformer Education Course
OUR PROGRAM INCLUDES
- The Pilates principles and how to bring them to life throughout a class. Teaching fundamentals exercises.
- Beginners, intermediate and advanced level exercises on the reformer.
- Emphasis on how to progress the students in a safe, appropriate way.
- Ways to structure a class knowing how to adapt for different levels.
Learn how to use the apparatus safely. - Silent practice drill to enhance self-practice and better understanding of the exercises.
- Daily classes with the course’s teacher.
- Learn the modifications and variations for each exercise and when to use them.
- Cueing, touch techniques and teaching tips to support the students.
- Learn about Osteoporosis and how to address it in class.
- Learn about common spinal issues and how to address them in class.
- Learn how to assess posture, strength, and flexibility in students.
- Understand the classical order of the exercises and way to diverse and adapt it.
- Improve multitasking skills in teaching and moving.
- Tips on teaching the first classes, group classes and other class settings.
PREREQUISITES
- Attendance of 15 reformer classes, of which at least 5 of which are taken as privates.
- Approval by course’s teacher.
- Anatomy course (can be taken with Body & Flow or elsewhere).
- Recommended – completion of a Pilates Mat program (either with Body & Flow or elsewhere).
HOURS BREAKDOWN
- In-person 95 hours
- Observation hours 45 hours
- Personal practice 35 hours
- Assistant teaching 35 hours
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
- Successful completion of all course assignments.
- Successful completion of theory and practical test.
