Teacher Training
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Teacher Training 2007
- September 8: TEST OUT
- October 5-7: Level I
- October 8-11: Mentoring between Weekends I + II
- October 12-14: II
- November 9-11: III
- November 16-18: IV
Level I:
- Level I exercises on mat and all equipment
- Basic Body Mechanics
- Pilates principles and philosophy
- History of Pilates
- Posture Analysis
- Equipment Use, Set-up and Safety
- Gentry Pre-Pilates Exercises
- Skills for how to see body posture, position and form on a variety of body types in relations to activity and equipment
- Development of teaching skills for the basic exercises
- Individual Analysis of Exercise Technique
Level II:
- Level II exercises on mat and all equipment in relation to form, technique and biomechanics
- Discussion and information on Joseph Pilates' book "Return to Life"
- Information on principles of stabilization, mobilization, strength and flexibility
- Development of skills for how to see movement and effectively analyze individual differences
- Information and practice on evaluating biomechanics
- Form, technique and biomechanics
- Continuation and expansion of practice teaching and personal skill level
Level III:
- Level 3 exercises on mat and all equipment
- Skills and practice for spotting a client and reinforcing correct exercise form
- Information and activities on modification and how to structure a lesson.
- Identification and correction using exercises and appropriate modification.
- How to use language and verbal instruction cues.
- Development of deeper understanding of the relationship between the exercises and different pieces of equipment.
- More direct, hands-on practice and experience using Pilates with individual situations.
Level IV:
- This workshop is the most physically challenging level and will incorporate all the skills from the previous workshops
- Level 4 exercises on mat and all equipment
- Overview of common injuries and implications for Pilates practice
- Information and practical skills on how to structure an individual a lesson
- Detailed background on the objectives of each exercise and appropriate order for exercises
- Development of specific techniques for structuring a standard private lesson including individualizing the lesson, choice of equipment, client safety and appropriate pace
Teacher Training Program with Core Dynamics Pilates
Michele Larsson founded Core Dynamics Pilates in 1996 to offer teacher training and continuing education workshops based on historical Pilates. Core Dynamics Pilates is a comprehensive Pilates curriculum based on sound bio-mechanical movement principles. The Core Dynamics Teacher Training Program is based upon the work of Joseph Pilates with additions made by Eve Gentry and Michele Larsson to facilitate the technique and enhance efficient movement patterns. This direct link to Joseph Pilates through Eve Gentry gives Michele an unique insight into the method, which she has incorporated into Core Dynamics Pilates.
Core Dynamics Teacher Training is a program that focuses on developing the ability to teach the individual versus just teaching the exercises or leading classes. The training participant will receive vital information and exposure to skills that can maximize the Pilates experience for a wide variety of clientele. Core Dynamics Pilates offers a unique "Boutique" program based on historical Pilates, with small class size, individual attention, mentorship experiences and highly qualified affiliate teacher trainers.
The Core Dynamics Teacher Training Program consists of intensive weekend workshops that focus on mat and equipment exercises. These workshops are offered at 6 locations around the country. The teacher trainee will also participate in self-directed study and mentorship to develop skills and knowledge for teaching group mat classes and individual Pilates lessons.
As a Core Dynamics student, You will learn:
- the concept behind the system of exercises
- historical Pilates exercises
- the primary goal of each exercise
- how to see and correct posture faults and movement limitations in your clients
- why there is a specific order to the exercises
- how to adapt a specific exercise to a client
- how to structure a private lesson
Teacher Training Program Pre-requisite:
- knowledge and ability to perform the Pilates exercises through Level III (intermediate skill level for mat and equipment exercises).
- one letter of recommendation and a studio in your community where you can study, observe, and practice teach in order to meet the 450 hours required for completion.
Core Dynamics Teacher Training Program:
| Lecture/Workshop Participation: Includes full Participation for all 18 hours per weekend, Level I-IV | 72 hours |
| Personal Practice: Hours may begin accruing as soon as the application fee has been paid. We recommend a minimum of two workouts per week to gain proficiency in the Pilates method. | 100 hours |
| Practical Studio Mentorship: May include observing and assisting certified teachers, as well as helping with routine studio maintenance | 153 hours |
| Practice Teaching: Can begin after completing Level 1 workshop with approval from Core Dynamics faculty. Practice teaching involves covering information learned in most the recent workshop to family and friends at no cost. | 125 hours |
| Total Hours | 450 hours |
Read more about the Teacher Training Programs:
- Moving Breath Pilates is a Core Dynamics® Pilates Teaching Facility.
- Many of our instructors are Core Dynamics® Instructors.
- Please read more about the Core Dynamics® Pilates Teacher Training Program .