Matwork Level I Certification

This module is run as part of the Pilates Moves Studio Certification program and all applicants must abide by the full terms and conditions even if only participating in the Matwork Certification modules

 

Time:                                                 1.30-5.30pm (Week 1)

                                                            1.30-5.00pm (Weeks 2-5)

                                                            Self mastery, assisted teaching & observation hours need to be booked prior to the course starting (9 hours per week).

                                                            Presentation Exam by appointment only (Week 6)

 

Cost (per person):                          $700 (5 weeks)

 

This includes:

 

Presentation exam:                       $110 (week 6)

 

Course Pre-requisites

 

 

Compulsory study aids: (All Available through Pilates Moves Studio)

 

 

Suggested additional study aids: (All available at www.amazon.com)

 

·         The Anatomy Colouring In Book

By Kapit & Elson - ISBN 0064550168

 

·         Pilates Return to Life through Contrology

By Pilates & Miller - ISBN 0961493798

 

Program Outline 

 

 

 

 This program is appropriate for Movement Specialists, Fitness Leaders and Pilates Instructors wishing to further their education. The program is designed to introduce the inexperienced participant to basic Pilates based Matwork exercises and to teach specific sequencing and class format for low risk, apparently healthy participants.

 

 

Learning Objective

·         Be able to perform and understand basic Matwork exercises and modifications.

·         Understand the Pilates Principals and their application to each exercise.

·         Adequate knowledge of Pilates history

·         Demonstrate adequate understanding of Occupational Health and Safety issues.

·         Identify personal and prospective clients individual learning styles (Visual, auditory, kinaesthetic & auditory digital).

·         Present a 50 minute Matwork class demonstrating suitable communication and client education skills

 

Teaching Method

·         Theory & Application of Matwork class (total 17 hours).

·         Ongoing practical assessment during lesson plans II-V.

·         Written & practical examination (total 1 hour).

 

Assessment: PART ONE

·         Ongoing practical examinations in which the candidate will satisfactorily instruct chosen exercises

·         Assignment – Professional conduct

·         Written examination: Short answer questions on Pilates’ exercises, their focus and modifications in lesson plan V in which the candidate will show a satisfactory understanding of the Matwork & its repertoire.

·         Written examination: History exam

 

Assessment: PART TWO