Comprehensive Pilates Teacher Training
-THERE WILL BE 6 MODULES TAUGHT OVER THE COURSE OF 6 MONTHS
-ALL APPARATUS ARE INCLUDED IN THE ONE PRICE OF TRAINING COURSE
REFORMER | TOWER | CADILLAC | CHAIR | BARREL | MAT
-WE WILL FULLY PREPARE ALL TRAINEES TO TEACH PRIVATE, SEMI-PRIVATE, AND GROUP CLASSES
-YOU WILL LEARN ALL THE MODIFICATIONS NECESSARY FOR BEGINNER THROUGH ADVANCED TEACHING AND PROGRESSION TO BUILD CLIENT SUCCESS
Hours Breakdown:
Workshop/Lecture 60 hrs
Personal Practice 100 hrs
Observation 65 hrs
Teaching 100 hrs
Assigned Homework 50 hrs
Miscellaneous 75 hrs
Total: 450
Completion Requirements:
• Program hours as indicated above
• Teach a class for Instructors incorporating at least 2 apparatus
• Passing score on tests
• Case study and program design
• Performance of complete Classical Advanced Reformer series
Included in Program:
Use of studio resources for completion of practice teaching hours for up
to 12 months
Free group class attendance for 3 months. After first 3 months, students
may join a group class free if space is available.
Preparation for PMA certification exam
2 Private sessions with Teacher Trainer
Certificate of program completion
Module 1 Module 2
• Pilates History and Philosophy • Reformer: Classical Repertoire (all levels
• Pilates Movement Principles
• Matwork (all levels) with focus on mechanics and anatomy
Module 3 Module 4
• Cadillac • Chair
• Tower • Ladder Barrel
• Chair • Spine Corrector
Module 5 Module 6
• Special Populations • Comprehensive Review
• Client assessment • PMA Test Prep
• Teaching Skills
• Class design
• Individual Program Design
Mat Pilates Certification
We will cover all 37 classical Pilates mat exercises from beginner to advanced along with modifications and small props
Fee includes all training seminars, manuals and the ability to utilize Shyft facilities to gain apprentice hours. (Apprentices must complete 10 hours of class time, 10 hours of self-practice, 5 hours of observation and 10 hours teaching practice).
Friday 2 – 6 PM, Saturdays 12 – 5 PM
#1 Sept 9, 10
#2 TBD
Choose to complete one or both training programs to improve your education, credibility and marketability in the fitness industry!
For additional information please contact Maura Clifford hello@shyftnaperville.com