STOTT PILATES® Intensive Mat-Plus™ and Intensive Reformer 2nd Edition Courses Now PAA Approved
Toronto, ON – July 29, 2024 – Merrithew®, a global Pilates education and equipment leader, is proud to announce that its STOTT PILATES Intensive Mat-Plus 2nd Edition (IMP II) and Intensive Reformer 2nd Edition (IR II) Courses are now officially approved by the Pilates Association Australia (PAA), an independent regulatory organization in the Pilates industry. This prestigious recognition signifies a major milestone for Merrithew and presents significant opportunities for Pilates professionals and enthusiasts in Australia.
PAA approval allows graduates of these courses to apply for PAA Group Instructor Membership, enhancing their professional credentials and opening doors to new career opportunities. Additionally, enrolled students can also benefit from a complimentary PAA Student Membership.
“This recognition from the Pilates Association Australia is a significant achievement for Merrithew and the Pilates community in Australia,” said Olivia Merrithew, Vice President of Education Services at Merrithew. “We are thrilled to have our Merrithew education recognized by the PAA. The STOTT PILATES Matwork and Reformer PAA approved course recognition underscores our commitment to high-quality Pilates education and supports our students in advancing their careers. We hope it provides our Australian students with additional opportunities to enhance their professional lives.”
PAA approval ensures that Merrithew’s STOTT PILATES qualifications meet the highest industry standards in Australia, providing a mark of excellence that is highly valued by Pilates studios and fitness centers across the country. Graduates will also join a vibrant community of like-minded professionals, expanding their network within the Pilates industry.
We are thrilled about this milestone and look forward to the enhanced opportunities it brings to our community in Australia. This approval not only validates the quality of our educational programs but also strengthens our presence in the Australian market, enabling us to support the growth and development of Pilates instructors and enthusiasts in the country. As a global leader in the Pilates industry, Merrithew remains dedicated to advancing the standards of Pilates education worldwide and empowering our students to achieve their full potential.
About PAA
The Pilates Association Australia (PAA), formerly Pilates Alliance Australasia, is an independent and not-for-profit organisation established by the Pilates industry as an advisory body for regulation of quality instruction, member support and integrity within all legitimate approaches to the Pilates Method. The PAA believes in an open approach to regulation and strives to ensure protection of the general public, industry employees and studios, whilst continuing to foster the original intentions of the Pilates Method.
About Merrithew®
Merrithew® is the global leader in mind-body education and equipment. Founded in 1988, the company has trained more than 80,000 instructors and partners worldwide, developed six innovative education programs— STOTT PILATES®, ZEN•GA®, Total Barre®, Halo® Training, Merrithew Fascial Movement and CORE™ Athletic Conditioning & Performance Training™— and has produced an extensive line of professional and at-home equipment and accessories for personal and professional use.
In 2020, Merrithew launched Merrithew Connect™, a video streaming platform featuring new and signature Pilates, fitness and mind-body workouts and training from its internationally-recognized team of presenters.
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