Certificate in Professional Pilates Teacher
Introduction
Pilates Mat-Works and Reformer exercises have an established presence in the fitness and therapeutic sectors, a good understanding of which is vital for training and instructing. These exercises can be targeted at supporting participants’ recovery from abnormalities such as vertebral subluxation, scoliosis, and pelvic tilt.
The Certificate in Professional Teacher Training for Pilates Practice and Fitness Management is jointly awarded by Australia Fitness and the University of Sunderland (UoSHK). It serves as a pathway for professionals to obtain international qualifications, including the UK CPD-certified Pilates Professional Teacher Studio Management certification and the PM A300 Pilates Reformer Teacher Certificate.
Course Purpose & Targeted Participants
The Certificate in Professional Teacher Training for Pilates Practice and Fitness Management is targeted at professionals working in Pilates Training and Management who wish to enhance their training and fitness management capability and/or upgrade their personal Pilates training qualification for career advancement.
Whether you are a Personal Trainer, Yoga Teacher, Physiotherapist, and/or Fitness Centre Manager, the Certificate in Professional Teacher Training for Pilates Practice and Fitness Management can offer you the relevant and required competencies to be successful in your career advancement, and become more competitive in the Fitness Training market. The Certificate would also help you to be an effective and efficient management professional in setting-up successful Pilates business operations by providing one-on-one lessons or running a group class at a professional Pilates studio.
Upon completion, students will be able to:
This comprehensive certification program has equipped the instructor with advanced theoretical knowledge and practical teaching skills across the full spectrum of Pilates apparatus, including Mat Work, Reformer, Trapeze Table (Cadillac), and key rehabilitation tools. Graduates are proficient in designing and instructing safe, effective, and individualized programs for a diverse clientele, from general fitness enthusiasts to those with specific rehabilitative needs.
Course Feature
ATFP adopts a rounded approach on designing and executing the Certificate in Professional Teacher Training for Pilates Practice and Fitness Management, which incorporate the essence of PILATES:
• P Pose
• I Ideal Weight
• L Life Quality
• A Articulate Joints and Muscles
• T Tension Reduction
• E Eliminate chronic pain
• S Spine exercise
Course Subjects:
Chapter 1.The concepts of Pilates and Philosophy
Chapter 2. Engaging Balance with Pilates Reformer
Chapter 3. Balance in Comprehensive Pilates
Chapter 4.Understand Pilates Anatomy and Physiology
Chapter 5. Teaching Skills and Class Management
Chapter 6.Pilates for Special Populations
Chapter 7.Business marketing and Studio Management
Course Structure
The Course consists of 15 weeks of 3-hour training sessions, totaling 45hours with the integration of theories and applied sessions to consolidate competencies in Professional Teacher Training for Pilates Practice and Fitness Management.
Course Sessions breakdown:
• 6 hours (Common Core Basics)
• 12 hours (Reformer)
• 12 hours (Mat-work Training)
• 15 hours (Pilates Equipment such as Wanda Chair, Barrel, and Cadillac)
Course Curriculum
– Language: Cantonese/ English (with English terminology)
– Passing Requirements: 50% attendance + 70% practical + 70% written exam
– Prerequisite: Pilates certification (Reformer trainers preferred)
– Completion Window: Max 1 year
Written Exam Structure:
– Teaching demonstration evaluation
– Theory (20 True/False + 30 MCQs, 70% pass)
Practical Exam Structure:
Demonstration of 46 examination movements within 30 minutes in applying Pilates principles across various apparatus to meet the required standards and 30 minutes in Teaching skills
Course Schedule & Locations
Course Code: TPI-25-10-WF-22ZC
Dates: Every Wednesday & Friday (Rehabilitation Tools)
Time: 19:00-21:00 (2 sessions total)
Locations:
– Core Studio (Zhuhai)
– ATFP Therapeutic Studio (Central)
Course Code: TPI-25-10-TT-22ZC
Dates: Every Tuesday & Thursday (Apparatus Training)
Time: 19:00-21:00 (10 sessions total)
Locations:
– Core Studio (Zhuhai)
– ATFP Therapeutic Studio (Central)
Course Code: TPI-2510-M-22ZC
Dates: Mondays (Theory)
Time: 19:00-21:00 (2 sessions)
Location: ATFP Studio (Central)
Course Code: TPI-256-S-17C
Dates: Saturdays (Integrated Practice)
Time: 15:00-18:00 (3-hour session)
Location: ATFP Studio (Central)
Course Code: TPI-256-INT-17C
Dates: Intensive Weekend Course (Saturday-Sunday)
Time: 11:00-18:00
Location: ATFP Studio (Central)
Target Participants:
– Current non-Pilates instructors or beginners aspiring to become Pilates instructors.
Certification Pathway short cut:
If student already hold certification in Mat work and Reformer Instructor, student may directly enroll in the Professional Pilates Teacher Certification program. Student will only need to participate in the Reformer assessment and submit the examination result
Accredited and Top up study:
University of Sunderland (UoSHK)
Australian Training for Fitness Professionals (ATFP)
UK CPD accredited training course +40hours.
🇺🇸 Pilates Reformer Teacher Pilates method Alliance(PMA) +255 hours
Graduated Career
-Possesses the comprehensive skills to pursue multiple career paths: assisting physiotherapists in a hospital, operating an independent Pilates studio, or serving as a Pilates management specialis
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