Reformer 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 Reformer 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.

Presentation Exam by appointment only (Week 6)

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

This includes:

• Reformer I workbook
• Reformer I lecture series (18 hours)
• 1 Matwork Class, 1 Allegro or Circuit Class & 1 Semi-Private per week (15 hours)
• 6 hours assisted teaching and observation per week (30 hours)
• Total hours: 63

Presentation exam: $110 (week 6)

Compulsory study aids: (Available through Pilates Moves Studio)

• Beautiful Pilates Book $39.95

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 Reformer exercises and to teach specific sequencing and class format for low risk, apparently healthy participants.

Learning Objective

• Be able to perform and understand basic Reformer 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.
• Demonstrate adequate understanding of professional conduct and Pilates industry ethics.
• Identify personal and prospective clients individual learning styles (Visual, auditory, kinaesthetic or auditory digital).
• Present a 50 minute Reformer class demonstrating suitable communication and client education skills

Teaching Method

• Theory & Application of Reformer class (total 17 hours).
• 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 Reformer & its repertoire.

· Written examination: History exam

PART TWO:

• Minimum of 45 hours of observation, assisted teaching & self mastery
• Ongoing experiential Reformer classes
• Additional private tuition (optional) – refer to individual studios for fees
• A 50-minute practical exam, teaching a small group of participants (minimum of two participants) a pre designed Reformer workout. Fee $110.00
• Have a prepared pre & post class conversation to hand into your examiner. This document should be presented on A4 paper, Arial font, Heading 18pt, and Body Text 9pt.
• Level 1 certification