Pilates instructor training
Bodies in Balance has been a leading Pilates teacher training center since 2001, with full mat and equipment certification courses taught by Shelly Stephenson, serving on the faculty for Balanced Body University. The Balanced Body University Program offers courses that are modular and progressive, allowing students to build on their education and training. All courses listed are taught by Shelly Stephenson at Bodies in Balance.
The Balanced Body University Pilates Program includes a full repertoire of classical exercises along with modifications and additions designed to make Pilates successful for all ages and abilities. Our curriculum meets national guidelines and is designed to prepare you for the Pilates Method Alliance certification exam upon completion of our full program.
Balanced Body offers a full range of Pilates instructor training programs for Mat, Reformer and other apparatus as well as continuing education. Our program is designed in modules so you can take your first course now and one next week, next month or next year.
2009/2010 Teacher Training and Continuing Education
Mat 2 Module
September 18, 19, 20
$385
Trapeze, Chair, and Barrels: Module 3
September 25, 26, 27
$425
Mat and Roller
September 27
3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
$149
Mat and Ring
October 3
11:30-2:30pm
$149
Anatomy in Clay
October 9, 10, 11
$425
Intro to Bodyreading for Pilates Instructors*
with Lauren Christman
www.anatomytrains.com
October 19
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
$120
* $140 after October 1st. Contact BiB to register for BodyReading workshop 503.248.4483
Mat and Bands
October 30
4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
$149
Mat and Balls
November 11
4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
$149
Reformer 1
November 20, 21, 22
$450
2010
Reformer 2
January 9, 10
$425
Mat 1
February 5, 6, 7
$385
Reformer 3
March 5, 6, 7
$425
Mat 2
March 26, 26, 28
$385
Franklin Methods Workshops*
Morten will be returning in the Spring of 2010, dates and topics TBA
Morten Dithmer
Master Teacher, Morten Dithmer brings a potent mix of experience from dance,
Osteopathy, martial arts and comedy to his teaching. He was born in Denmark
and trained as a dancer at the Rotterdam Dance Academy in Holland. He is an
instructor in Osteopathic bodywork. He holds a 6th degree black belt and
teachers license in Aikido, a martial art. Morten's career in the performing
arts spans 25+ years and he regularly entertains as a vaudeville performer,
juggles, taps, sings and makes people laugh.
Morten is the Director of the Franklin Asia Office and teaches worldwide,
including at Juilliard, the Royal Danish ballet, the Hong Kong Modern Dance
Academy, and the Yokohama Ballet, to name a few.
The workshops are $95 each. Early birds can take the entire weekend for $315 by signing up before June 3rd
Drop off or send your check to:
Bodies in Balance
208 SW 1st Ave Suite #340
Portland, OR 97204
503 248 4483
Go to BBU’s Education Finder for upcoming dates
Download BBU's Instructor Training Catalog
Pilates Mat Certification Program
To register call 1- 877-Pilates (745-2837)
Full information
The BBU Pilates Mat certification includes the complete Pilates Mat repertoire as well as an introduction to the movement principles that make Pilates such a successful exercise program. Modifications and variations are included to help you successfully teach a wide range of clients. BBU Pilates Mat certification will empower you to become a successful, creative and transformative Pilates teacher.
Our Mat certification program includes:
- Exercise instruction in the complete Pilates Mat repertoire
- A comprehensive manual consistent with current national standards
- Cueing, coaching and teaching tips for clients at different levels of ability
- Safety information for teaching older adults, pre- and post-natal women, and clients with back, knee, neck and shoulder conditions
- Tips on teaching successful group classes
MAT 1: Introduction to Pilates & Beginning/Intermediate Exercises
Mat I includes an introduction to the history and principles of Pilates, a review of core anatomy, beginning and most intermediate level exercises with modifications, lectures on class order and programming in a fitness setting and guidelines for safely teaching seniors and pre-, and post-natal classes.
Prerequisites:
- One year movement teaching experience
- Minimum 20 Pilates Mat Classes completed
- Previous anatomy study recommended but not required
- BBU Mat 1 - Course work, written and practical test (16 hours)
- BBU Mat 2 - Course work, written and practical test (16 hours)
- 25 Personal Sessions and 45 student teaching hours or
- 20 Personal mat classes, 15 observation hours and 35 student teaching hours
- Total hours for completion of Mat program: 102 hours
- Correct set up set up and execution of the exercises
- Client safety
- Appropriate sequencing
- Appropriateness of the exercises to the client or class
- Understanding and application of the principles
- Cueing and the ability to communicate with your client or class
- Minimum 20 Pilates Mat Classes
- Three years movement teaching experience recommended
- Anatomy recommended
- Strongly recommended for Mat 1 & 2
- Required for Reformer and Apparatus courses
To become a fully qualified Balanced Body University Mat Instructor, students must complete the following:
Associated Cost
$100/month or $10/hour Studio Practice Teaching Fee (only for hours performed at Bodies in Balance. Please inquire for fees charged by other studios if you intend to do your practice teaching hours elsewhere.)
Test out
Once a student has completed all required Mat, Reformer and/or Apparatus course work and hours, they must pass a written and practical exam demonstrating their teaching ability. Exams will be regularly scheduled at BBU Host Sites and at trade shows and conferences in different parts of the world. If instructors are not able to test out due to geographical challenges, testing out by video may be arranged.
Students completing only the Mat program can test out after Mat.
The practical exam consists of a written exam and observation of a session with a client or a class. Once a student has completed all of their hours and is ready to test out, they send in an application (available at www.bbupilates.com) to BBU and BBU will send them the specific details of the test out procedure.
During the exam the student’s teaching skills will be evaluated in the following areas:
If the instructor does not pass on the first try, BBU will discuss what they need to focus on in order to pass and set up a timeline for completion.
Final Test Fees
A fee will be charged for final test-out. The fee will depend on the location of the test and on the number of students attending. Upon completion of all requirements, a certificate of completion as a Balanced Body University Pilates Instructor will be issued.
MAT 2: Intermediate / Advanced Exercises
Mat 2 includes the remaining intermediate and advanced level exercises as well as essential movement principles and training tips for advancing clients to the higher levels. Pilates for sports specific activities are also covered.
Prerequisites
Cost
$350 each Mat module (does not include costs associated with personal sessions, student teaching hours, manuals)
Associated Cost
$100/month or $10/hour Studio Practice Teaching Fee (only for hours performed at Bodies in Balance. Please inquire for fees charged by other studios if you intend to do your practice teaching hours elsewhere.)
Required Materials (available from BBU)
Please contact Balanced Body University for required materials.
Anatomy in Clay; Introduction to musculoskeletal anatomy
Learn the basics of musculoskeletal anatomy by building muscles in clay on a specially designed skeleton called a Maniken®. This intensive workshop will review the essentials of musculoskeletal anatomy and kinesiology as you build the major muscles used in movement. We will also use self palpation and movement exercises. BBU Anatomy is specifically geared toward Pilates and movement teachers and includes practical exercises on the functions of the muscles and joints allowing you to embody the information more effectively