Overview
The Advanced (Level 2) program begins with a review of relevant Essential and Intermediate exercises, then students learn to apply STOTT PILATES® biomechanical principles to exercises that require a higher degree of strength, balance and coordination. These courses can be taken immediately after the corresponding Level 1 course or as a series of courses.
Advanced program choices - Advanced Matwork – AM
- Advanced Reformer – AR
- Advanced Cadillac – ACAD
- Advanced Chair – ACHR
- Advanced Barrels – ABRL
Our Advanced programs continue to provide a balanced and thorough blend of theory, observation and practical experience to help you master the repertoire.
Advanced Matwork – AM
This 6 hour course held over one-day, progresses to Matwork to more advanced material, providing further options and challenges on the mat for highly conditioned clients. Exercises require a high degree of strength, balance and coordination.
Details
What you will learn:
- Muscular initiation and sequencing of Advanced-level exercises
- Multiple variations for variety and intensity
- 13 exercises
Continuing education credits
Required materials
Education Material
- Advanced Matwork Digital Video, 4th Ed.
NOTE: Also required from Level 1: Comprehensive Matwork manual
Additional Languages:
A number of required resources are available in languages other than English. Please click here for more information.
Optional Resources:
These resources are not available at merrithew.com, however you may want to purchase these as additional resources for your practice.
- Trail Guide to the Body, Andrew Biel
- Anatomy Flash Cards, Anne Gilroy
- Atlas of Anatomy, Gilroy, MacPherson, Ross
- Anatomy of Movement, Blandine Germain
- Trail Guide to the Body 6th Edition Flash Cards by Andrew Biel
- AnatomyMapp® by Books of Discovery
Equipment Required (provided by the facility)
1 per Student: Mat; Flex-Band® exerciser; Fitness Circle® resistance ring
1 per 2 Students: Foam Cushions A & C (in some cases, Foam Cushion C may be replaced with a Padded Platform Extender); Eco-Friendly Pilates Pad; Mini Stability Ball™
1 per 3 Students: Arc Barrel
Optional: 1 Spine Supporter
Advanced Reformer – AR
Learn to use the various Reformer components and accessories to intensify reformer repertoire and provide a stimulating workout for athletes, dancers, and highly conditioned clients. Held over 3 days this 18 hour Advanced course teaches exercises in the repertoire that require greater strength, stability and flexibility.
Details
What you will learn:
- Muscular initiation and sequencing of Advanced-level exercises
- Multiple variations for variety and intensity
- 70 exercises
Continuing education credits
Required materials
Education material
- Advanced Reformer Course Package
- Advanced Reformer manual, 2nd Ed.
- Advanced Reformer DVD, 3rd Ed. (2 disc set)
Additional languages:
A number of required resources are available in languages other than English. Please click here for more information.
Optional resources:
These resources are not available at merrithew.com, however you may want to purchase these as additional resources for your practice.
Equipment required (provided by the facility)
1 per 3 Students: Reformer (V2 Max™; V2 Max Plus™, SPX™ or V2 Max Rehab)
1 per Reformer: Reformer Box; Padded Platform Extender; pair Long Spine Straps (included with V2 Max Plus™ Reformer and not required with Retractable Rope System); Foam Cushions A & C (Foam Cushion C may be replaced with Padded Platform Extender); Eco-Friendly Pilates Pad; Mini Stability Ball™; Maple Pole; pair Foam-Grip-Handles (included with V2 Max Plus™ Reformer)
Advanced Cadillac, Chair & Barrels– ACCB
The Advanced Cadillac, Chair & Barrels course has been structured into three separate modules to allow you to choose which element to take, and when (they will likely be scheduled consecutively). Completion of all three modules below is required to be eligible for certification.
Details
What you will learn:
- Muscular initiation and sequencing of Advanced-level exercises
- Multiple variations for variety and intensity
- 56 exercises
Advanced Cadillac - ACAD
This 6 hour course held over one-day, prepares you to teach 28 Advanced level exercises plus modifications using the Cadillac for the highly conditioned client.
Continuing Education Credits
Advanced Stability Chair - ACHR
This 3 hour course held over one-day, provides you with 14 Advanced Stability Chair™ exercises plus modifications, for the highly conditioned client.
Continuing Education Credits
Advanced Barrels - ABRL
This 3 hour course held over one-day, equips you with 14 Advanced level exercises plus modifications using the Ladder Barrel, Spine Corrector and Arc Barrel for the highly conditioned client.
Continuing Education Credits
Required materials
Education material
- Advanced Cadillac DVD, 2nd Ed.
- Advanced Stability Chair™, 2nd Ed.
Note: Also required from Level 1: entire package except Essential Cadillac manual, Essential Cadillac DVD, Essential Stability Chair DVD
- Trail Guide to the Body, Andrew Biel
- Anatomy Flash Cards, Anne Gilroy
- Atlas of Anatomy, Gilroy, MacPherson, Ross
- Anatomy of Movement, Blandine Germain
- Trail Guide to the Body 6th Edition Flash Cards by Andrew Biel
- AnatomyMapp® by Books of Discovery
Equipment required (provided by the facility)
1 per 6 Students: Cadillac OR
1 per 12 Students: Cadillac and Reformer with Traditional or Plus-style Vertical Frame (including Mat Converter)
PLUS 1 per 6 Students: Ladder Barrel; pair Rotational Disks (10" or 12"); Maple Pole
1 per 4 Students: Spine Corrector
1 per 3 Students: Split-Pedal Stability Chair™; Arc Barrel; Padded Platform Extender; Reformer Box; Eco-Friendly Pilates Pad; Foam Cushions A & C; Mini Stability Ball™
1 per Student: Mat (optional 1:2)
Admission
In order to start the Advanced, Level 2 courses students must have completed the Essential and Intermediate repertoire taught in the Level 1 courses.
Admission requirements
|
Prerequisite |
| Advanced Matwork (AM) |
Prerequisite
Intensive Mat (IM) or Comprehensive Mat & Reformer (CMR) |
| Advanced Reformer (AR) |
Prerequisite
Intensive Reformer (IR) or Comprehensive Mat & Reformer (CMR) |
|
Advanced Cadillac, Chairs & Barrels (ACCB)
|
Prerequisite
Intensive Cadillac or Chairs & Barrels (ICCB) or Comprehensive Cadillac or Chairs & Barrels (CCCB)
|
How to apply:
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