The Reformer is the most popular piece of equipment in Pilates. Learn how to use this highly versatile tool to program and instruct personal training and group classes with confidence with hundreds of spring-resistance exercises.

This course teaches how to design and instruct Level 1(Essential and Intermediate) Reformer workouts in a personal training and group setting for a range of clients. Learn a variety of modifications and variations to expand programming options.

Instructors Learn:
Effective use of the Reformer to enhance torso stability and strength, peripheral conditioning, joint stability, flexibility, balance and coordination
How to develop programs for personal and group classes
Essential, Intermediate and Power workouts
Effective communication and observational skills, verbal cueing and imagery for performance enhancement and client motivation.
Modifications for specific body type, postural issues and conditions
Theory and practice of postural analysis
Exercise layering for effective program design
122 exercises plus multiple modifications

Prerequisites:
Working knowledge of functional anatomy
Three-plus years teaching movement or fitness*
30 hours Pilates classes/workouts

*Applicants with a strong history of Pilates participation and/or experience instructing students/clients in another field may also be considered.

Equipment Presented:
Reformer
Maple Pole
Mini Stability Ball
Reformer Box
Foam Cushions A & C
Padded Platform Extender
Eco-Friendly Pilates Pad

Required Course Materials:
3 manuals; Essential Reformer, 2nd Ed; Intermediate Reformer, 2nd Ed; Matwork & Reformer Support Material (may have already been purchased for IMP)
2 DVDs; Essential Reformer, 3rd Ed; Intermediate Reformer, 2nd Ed

Recommended Materials:
DVDs: Group Reformer Workout; Reformer Workout for Men; Athletic Conditioning on the Reformer, Levels 1 &2; Rotational Disks; Golf Conditioning on the Reformer; Jumpboard Interval Training; Power & Agility, Reformer Intervals on the Cardio-Tramp; Intensive Reformer Challenge with Platform & Pole; Pilates Reformer Challenge with Fitness Circle; Strength & Conditioning on the Jumpboard & Reformer; Athletic Conditioning on the Cardio-Tramp & Reformer; Athletic Conditioning on the V2 Max Plus, Levels 1 &2

Duration:
50 hours – In addition, students are required to complete:
Observation – minimum 10 hours
Practice teaching – minimum 25 hours
Physical review – minimum 40 hours

Certification:
Upon successful completion of the course, students may certify in STOTT PILATES® Reformer, Level 1 by taking both a written and practical exam. Exams must be taken within 6 months of completion of the last course. Please note there is a fee associated with the exam and all exams are cumulative.

Upcoming Training Schedule:
11:00 am to 4:30pm
Half an hour lunch break per session
Best you bring your lunch and your snacks
Courses are limited to 6 participants only. 1st to register & pay has priority

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