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STOTT PILATES

Comprehensive Program

Overview

The STOTT PILATES® Comprehensive Program (Level 1) teaches the STOTT PILATES Principles and Essential and Intermediate exercises in a timeframe that allows you to assimilate and apply the material at a slower pace. This “ground up” approach is intended for those with no prior teaching experience and little or no training in functional anatomy or movement as well as limited exposure to Pilates.

Comprehensive Program choices

Upon completion of the course, participants will be able to teach the STOTT PILATES method of exercise. Upon passing the exam, they will be recognized as a STOTT PILATES Certified Instructor. Only upon the receipt of their certificate will they be entitled to identify themselves as a STOTT PILATES Certified Instructor.

For those who are unable to devote the amount of time required of our Comprehensive Program due to work or scheduling issues we suggest the Intensive Program.

Our programs provide a balanced and thorough blend of theory, observation and practical experience to help you master the repertoire.

General course objectives
  • The What, How and Why of the STOTT PILATES Principles and how to apply them to all exercises
  • A complete breakdown of each exercise
  • Exercise goals, muscular initiation and movement sequencing
  • Modifications to increase or decrease exercise intensity
  • Modifications for specific body types and postural issues
  • How to recognize optimal and less than optimal movement patterns
  • A variety of programming options to keep clients motivated
  • Effective communication, verbal cues and imagery for performance enhancement and client motivation
 

Comprehensive Matwork & Reformer 2nd Edition (CMR II)

This course will teach functional anatomy, STOTT PILATES Principles and their application to the Essential and Intermediate (Level 1) Matwork and Reformer repertoire. Typically courses are run 3 to 4.5 hours per day (including practice hour), over a 12–15 week period then followed by 60 hours of apprenticeship. Students learn to design, teach and modify Essential and Intermediate level classes, integrating small equipment to add variety and to meet the specific needs of your clients. It will introduce the STOTT PILATES Movement System™, which provides a framework to creating intelligent and mindful exercise and serves as the foundation for tailored exercise programming. You will leave with a solid foundation and required skills to develop effective and motivating Pilates Matwork and Reformer programs.

Comprehensive Matwork & Reformer (CMR)

This course will teach functional anatomy, STOTT PILATES Principles and their application to the Level 1 Essential and Intermediate Matwork and Reformer repertoire. Typically courses are run full-time over a 12–15 week period then followed by an apprenticeship. Students learn to design, teach and modify Essential and Intermediate level classes, integrating small equipment to add variety and to meet the specific needs of your clients. You will leave with a solid foundation and required skills to develop effective and motivating Pilates Matwork and Reformer programs.

Comprehensive Cadillac, Chair & Barrels (CCCB)

This course prepares you to teach Level 1 Essential and Intermediate exercises on the Cadillac Trapeze Table, Stability Chair™, Ladder Barrel, Spine Corrector and Arc Barrel. Typically, courses are run full-time over a 8 week period then followed by an apprenticeship. Upon completion students will be able to fine-tune both personal and circuit training programs to meet general fitness and athletic conditioning goals for a range of clients. Students registering for this course must have completed Comprehensive Matwork & Reformer or Intensive Mat-Plus or Intensive Reformer.

Admissions

For many people the decision to become a professional Pilates instructor comes from the need to start a new career, a passion for fitness, or a desire to supplement their income. Before signing up for teacher training, be sure your personal Pilates practice and your foundational knowledge of the work are both solid. Knowing Pilates in your own body will not only give you an appreciation of the method, it will also help you teach it to your clients. Take Pilates classes at your gym or find a studio and watch Pilates DVDs. In other words, do whatever you can to familiarize yourself more fully with the work.

Admission requirements
We’re looking for self-directed and highly motivated people with strong interpersonal and communication skills, and the following:

  • Some training in dance, fitness or movement
  • Minimum 30 hours participation in Pilates classes/workouts

How to apply

See our training finder for contact information and admission procedures at a location near you.

Exams

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Fees

See reference price lists below from our Toronto Corporate Training Center for courses and exams.

Note
  • Prices listed are for the Toronto Corporate Training Center and are provided as a reference. Prices will vary depending on region and location. Contact individual training centers for up-to-date pricing information and to inquire about any packages or discounts that may be available
  • Purchase your course materials as course packages and save up to 30%

Policies and procedures

See general policies and procedures. Refer to the specific course and facility policies when registering for instructor training.

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