Teacher Training

The ABSolute Pilates Comprehensive Teacher Training Program is focused on developing creative and problem solving teachers, who have a strong base in functional anatomy, physiology, and innovative teaching skills. There will be a Physical Therapist helping out with some of the workshops to provide a high quality education. There may be a few other guest lectures in the works as well.

Please email allison@movewithabsolutepilates.com with questions and further details on the application process.  Application Deadline is Monday August 22nd 2011.  Late applications will be accepted until the program is full. Space is limited!

Download our Course Information Packet for the Comprehensive  Pilates Teacher Training

Download our Course Information Packet for the Comprehensive Mat Pilates Instructor only Program

Download a Flyer about the Basic Mat Option

Since this is a first time event for the studio this will the most affordiable pilates training on the market today. Do not let this opportunity slip away. You could even use this training to deep your own understanding of the Pilates method. If you need help navigating this process call Allison and she will help you find the best fit.

Details

We are excited that you have chosen to become a Pilates Instructor. And we are excited to teach you all the wonderful things Pilates can do for you.

Our goal is to create intuitive, confident, thinking instructors. Your training will cover the comprehensive Pilates system. You will learn how to progress a client through the Pilates with regards to their particular needs. We are going to give you the tools to be able to train every body, as every body that comes to Pilates is different. The Pilates Technique teacher-training program is designed with that in mind.

The ABSolute Pilates comprehensive 560 hour PROGRAM OF STUDY consists of 3 trimesters and a total of 420 hours of training, observation, practice, and teaching, 108 hours of seminars, 12 hours of teacher training clinic, 15 progress tests, 3 practical exams, and 1 final examination. Throughout the PROGRAM OF STUDY students complete 500 hours of supervised instruction and 60 hours of unsupervised instruction.

• Each lecture will cover one of the following topics:
  • Basic Principles of Pilates
  • The History of Joseph Pilates
  • Creating a session for your client
  • Safe and appropriate spotting techniques
  • Developing an eye for teaching
  • Cueing and Imagery
  • Posture and Gate
  • Anatomy and Physiology
  • Injuries
  • Pregnancy and Special needs
  • Safety and maintenance on all the equipment
• 37 Observation Hours per Level
• 24 Practice Teaching Hours per Level
• 24 Self Workout Hours per Level
• 90 Total hours per level: 450 hours total for all Levels combined

Buy Books for the Teacher Training Program…They are listed here. 

Successful completion of the Comprehensive Training Program & Exam will result in Job Opportunities at the Absolute Pilates Studio!