In-person practical sessions and online theory sessions (or entirely online if location prevents in-person participation)

If followed online:

• 100% attendance is required for all sessions
• You must be clearly visible to the Trainer throughout
• You must acquire in advance the appropriate exercise accessories to use during the sessions (Mat, Power Circle, Hand weights, Leg weights, Elastics (short and long), Stick, large and small balls, foam roller)

This course content is a mandatory starting point for all Corpus Instructor Training programs.
The course covers in detail the Pilates mat exercises appropriate to each level, and all the steps and protocols to safely instruct Pilates on the mat and become a successful coach.

This course incorporates two full syllabuses.

1. Foundational Pilates – the gateway to the Corpus Pilates world:
– Pilates history, principles, vocabulary and key concepts
– Skills for safe movement
– A composition of pre-Pilates exercises and traditional Pilates exercises
– Teaching skills
– A clear method for class design & programming
– Differences and similarities between teaching a collective group class and/or a private coaching

2. Beginner Pilates:
– Traditional Pilates mat repertoire at beginner level
– Breathing techniques
– Basic postural assessment techniques
– Exercise modifications for special needs
– Exercise variations to develop awareness or challenge (use of traditional accessories: Power Circle, hand weights, leg weights, and contemporary accessories: balls, rollers, elastics)
– A step-by-step method for client programming & coaching

At the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Master a complete set of Pre-Pilates foundational exercises, suitable for most populations
• Master 22? exercises from the 34 traditional Pilates Mat repertoire
• Conduct a basic static and dynamic postural assessment
• Design well-balanced workouts for groups or individuals
• Instruct using a clear verbal cueing formula
• Guide clients using hands-on touch techniques
• Modify or vary exercises to suit individual needs
• Use a structured approach to develop personal coaching programs based on objectives, goals and progressions

Tuition & evaluation hours: 64 hours

• 4 online theory sessions (16.5 hrs)
• 4 days of practical training sessions (34.5 hrs)
• 1 written theory exam & online review session (4.5 hrs)
• 1 take-home research exam & online review session (2 hrs)
• 1-day practical exam (6.5 hrs)

The course is delivered over a period of 3 to 4 months

• Self-study: 50 hours (studying manuals, research for take-home exam)
• Self-practice: 50 hours
• Teaching practice: 50 hours
• Observation: 25 hours
• Private coaching with a Senior Instructor at Corpus Studios: 2 hours (additional cost)

You will receive a Corpus Pilates Statement of Completion, approved by EuropeActive Europe’s Professional Standards Committee. Associated with EuropeActive is European Register of Exercise Professionals (EREP’s) and you will be eligible for registration with EREP’s – mandatory, at additional cost Subject to:

• 100% course attendance
• Completion of all required study hours
• Successful written and practical exams
• Proof of complete Delegate Portfolio (containing training agendas, draft lesson plans, course notes, self-evaluation forms, teaching feedback forms, records of study hours, etc.)
• Successful completion of the Corpus Pilates Anatomy course and exam (or equivalent approved qualification for Physiotherapists, doctors, etc.)

Course price (includes course manuals and access to training videos)
Total price: €1495
Non-refundable deposit to register: €300
Course balance: (payable by bank transfer, 2 weeks before course starts): €1195