As one of Australia’s fastest growing and leading modern Pilates teacher training companies, our course delivers a comprehensive study of the Pilates Reformer and how to instruct fun creative and modern classes.
Why this course?
- Learn over 100 reformer exercises
- Learn how to flow your classes with creative programming and seamless transitions
- Learn how to incorporate your matwork repertoire in increase your programming base.
- Learn how to incorporate weights and props to offer progressions for advanced clients
- Standing legwork workshop (cover all the ways to program lunges, scooters, squats and skaters)
- Unlimited support
- Fun and stress free learning environment (Pilates should be fun and so should learning to teach it!)
Start NOW
Flexibility is the key, so you can start your online learning component studying right away from anywhere in the world. Students all over them world are choosing Body Athletica to support them as they become world class Reformer Pilates Instructors.
COURSE STRUCTURE
Your Body Athletica Reformer Teacher Training consists of the following:
- 20 hours pre course observation via attending reformer classes either online or in person at a studio near you.
- 40 hours self paced study of the online modules, exercise videos and manual review.
- 20 hours self mastery practice.
- 10 hours practice teaching friends or family.
- Online multiple choice assessment.
- 25 hours face to face practical hands on learning.
- 1 practical teaching assessment submitted either face to face or via video submission or zoom.
Internationally Accredited Training
Our teacher training in registered with International Sports Science Association (ISSA) so you can be sure that you’re receiving an internationally recognised qualification that allows you to teach anywhere in the world.
Course Curriculum
- Table Top Preparation (1:59)
- Abdominal Curl (4:38)
- Oblique Curl (4:38)
- Bicycle Legs (4:10)
- Criss Cross (3:20)
- Nutcracker 1 (Legs in Tabletop) and Nutcracker 2 (Legs Extended) (2:58)
- Hundred Preparation (2:00)
- Hundred (3:43)
- Coordination and Beats (1:54)
- Double Legs Stretch Preparation (2:31)
- Starfish (2:53)
- Reverse Double Legs in Straps (2:49)
- Round Back (2:42)
- Flat Back (2:04)
- Sides Over Box and Mermaids (3:13)
- Tilt (0:49)
- Twist (3:15)
- Around The World (1:05)
- Climb A Tree (2:14)
- Backstroke (1:19)
- Teaser Prep and Teaser (5:05)
- Short Box Abs with Props (2:50)
- Footwork Parallel (Heels and Toes) (6:08)
- Footwork First Position Heels (1:51)
- Footwork First Position Toes (1:55)
- Footwork Second Position (Heels and Toes) (3:47)
- Single Leg Stretch (Tabletop) (2:37)
- Single Leg Stretch (Bicycles) (2:02)
- Calves (2:20)
- Running (2:01)
- Pelvic Curl (2:31)
- Pelvic Curl Openings (2:36)
- Pelvic Curl Single Leg Lift (3:20)
- Hamstring Curl (3:03)
- Semi Circles (2:51)
- Knee Stretch (Knees Down) Flat and Round Back (1:59)
- Down Stretch (1:36)
- Knee Stretch (Knees Up) (1:41)
- Knee Stretch Running Preparation (3:34)
- Reverse Knee Stretch Parallel (2:58)
- Reverse Knee Stretch Obliques (2:22)
- Hinge (2:22)
- Long Stretch (On the Knees) (2:34)
- Long Stretch (On the Feet) (2:02)
- Long Stretch Push Ups (On the Knees) (2:02)
- Long Stretch Push Ups (On the Feet) (1:37)
- Upstretch 1, 2, 3 (6:59)
- Elephant (1:01)
- Long Back Stretch (1:38)
- Tendon Stretch (1:11)
- Balance Control Back Prep (1:38)
- Controls Front Variations (6:35)
- Kneeling Quadriceps Stretch (1:08)
- Front Knee Split Stretch (1:58)
- Lat Stretch (1:23)
- Glute Stretch on the Footbar (1:43)
- Mermaid Stretch (1:16)
- Hip Flexor Stretch (Hands on Floor) (2:00)
- Inner Thigh Feet in Straps Stretch (1:26)
- Hamstring Feet in Straps Stretch (0:58)
- Side Splits Inner Thigh Stretch (1:37)
- Spider Stretch (0:46)
- Calf Stretch (1:06)
A Sneak peak at inside our training.
Watch a preview of our Exercise Demonstrations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will I have support?
For sure!! You will have unlimited support access via email, FaceTime or or whatsapp. Our trainers will be at the ready to answer any questions you have every step of the way.
When can I start?
Start anytime! Want the choice of flexibility so you can choose your own start date and work at your own pace? With our online modules you can begin your training anytime.
How long does the course take?
That depends on you. You can work as fast as you want or take your time. But you have about 100 hours of learning ahead of you. Don’t stress!! You have 6 months unlimited access to your online learning portal.
What are the prerequisites?
- Anatomy certificate of completion or previous anatomy study
- Pilates Mat Certification is a prerequisite for Pilates Reformer enrolment.
To prepare for your course we suggest you attend at least 20 Pilates classes in person or online.
How is the course structured?
Your course will involve a blend of online self paced study and face to face elements:
- Online self paced study via our online learning portal.
- Self paced personal mastery.
- Practice teaching friends and/or family.
- 3 days face to face practical learning.
- 2 assessments.
Assessment:
- One online multiple choice exam
- One practical assessment completed via either face to face, zoom or video submission whereby you will teach a short 20 minute class covering at least 6 exercises.
In general: Your course is structured with a mix of theory, training modules, class planning, self-mastery, hands on practice teaching and assessment.
Find Your Style
Our trainers are supportive and nurturing creating a relaxed and fun environment where you don’t have to be nervous but can grow and expand your awareness of why and how you wish deliver your own method of Pilates teaching. Your own style, flow, choice and voice. Teach Pilates your way.
Body Athletica
Body Athletica was founded by Julia Bauer an Australian Pilates and Barre instructor who has taught Pilates and barre all around the world and is passionate about transforming people's lives and EMPOWERING them to create a life they love.
Together with her highly experienced team of trainers along with partner studios, Body Athletica delivers fun, affordable and effective teacher training courses for everyone.
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