Reformer Level II 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 II workbook
• Reformer II 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 Certified Level I Reformer Instructors.

The program is designed to increase a level I instructor’s basic repertoire and to introduce the level II exercises suitable for low risk, apparently healthy participants in group exercise or semi-private /private classes, at an intermediate level.

Learning Objective

• Be able to perform Level II Reformer exercises and modifications.
• Understand the Pilates Principals and their application to each exercise.
• Demonstrate adequate understanding of Occupational Health and Safety issues.
• Demonstrate adequate understanding of professional conduct and Pilates industry ethics.
• Continue development of identifying clients learning styles.
• Demonstrate suitable communication and client education skills.
• Learn & apply program design for 50 minute free style level II Reformer class.
• Present a 50 minute free style Reformer class demonstrating suitable communication and client education skills

Teaching Method

· Theory & Application (total 17 hours).

· Written Exam (total 1 hour).

Assessment

PART ONE:

· Design and present assigned exercise sequences, in which the candidate will satisfactorily instruct and correct fellow candidates.

· Written examination: Short answer & practical exam in lesson plan V in which the candidate will show a satisfactory understanding of the Reformer & its repertoire.

· Assignment (Program design).

PART TWO:

· Instructors interested in Level II Certification.

· Minimum of 45 hours of observation, assisted teaching & self-mastery.

· Additional private tuition (optional) – refer to individual studios for fees

· Hand in your assignment for assessment before examination.

· A 50-minute practical exam, teaching a small group of participants (minimum two) a free- style class using program design assignment. Fee $110.00.

· Level II Reformer Certification