“Crossing Over”
The Pilates Academy International recognizes the content, reputation and integrity of other Pilates certification programs. If you are interested- or think you might be interested-in converting your certification to The Pilates Academy International's certification, please, send and email with the subject heading “Crossing Over” to info@corepilateson17th.com. Or call Chandler Moore at 415-553-7722
Anatomy, Biomechanics and Posture Review (ABP) 12 hours
This course reviews the structure (bones, muscles, joints, etc.) that forms the support of the human body. An emphasis will be placed on the “ideal” posture and biomechanics of each joint while helping students learn how to detect abnormalities both statically and dynamically. Open to all personal trainers, this invaluable course will help you provide lasting results for your clients and will increase your marketability.
All Populations Mat (APM) 36 hours
This course teaches the first three tiers (Fundamental 1, Fundamental 2 and Intermediate) of the Mat repertoire. Students will learn how to modify exercises for all age groups and fitness levels to create safe and effective workouts. Emphasis is placed on maintaining variety and providing small challenges while safely progressing a client in order to avoid monotony.68 exercises
Prerequisite: ABP or proof of competency
Mat Progressions/Challenge (MPC) 6 hours
This course teaches Tiers 4 and 5 (Advanced Intermediate and Advanced) of the Mat repertoire. Students will learn to assess when to challenge a client and how to progress the client safely and effectively.
20 Exercises
Prerequisite: APM
All Populations Reformer (APR) 48 hours
This course covers the Reformer exercises, and equips students with an ability to customize workouts for all ages and fitness levels. Covering the first three tiers, Fundamental through Intermediate, APR also teaches the physics of the Reformer so that students understand how to safely and correctly operate the Reformer. Emphasis is placed on the differences between Pilates machines and regular gym equipment to prepare instructors to meet their clients' various needs.
134 Exercises
Prerequisite: ABP or proof of competency
Reformer Progressions/Challenge (RPC) 18 hours
Students will learn how to teach their clients very challenging Reformer exercises, using Tiers 4 and 5. Care is taken to ensure each student understands the benchmarks a client should accomplish before an advanced exercise is attempted, which may include exercises on other equipment.
67 Exercises
Prerequisite: APM, MPC, APR
All Populations Cadillac/Tower (APCad) 30 hours
This course teaches students the fundamental first three tiers of exercises conducted on the Cadillac/Tower. The Cadillac provides focus on isolated joint movements to strengthen the joint properly and correct faulty movement habits. Emphasis will be placed on the benefits of Cadillac exercises as stepping stones to a more challenging workout.
128 exercises
Prerequisite: ABP or proof of competency
Cadillac/Tower Progressions/Challenge (CadPC) 12 hours
Building on the previous course, the Cadillac/Tower Progressions course teaches the final two tiers in the Cadillac repertoire so students can challenge their clients safely and effectively. Some of these exercises challenge core strength significantly. Students will learn the benchmarks for assessing when to progress a client.
37 exercises
Prerequisite: ABP, APCad
All Populations Barrels (APBarrels) 8 hours
Covering the first three tiers of exercises on the spine corrector and ladder barrel, students will learn how to incorporate the barrel into a client's workout using it as a support or a challenge, depending on the exercise.
122 Exercises
Prerequisite: ABP, APM
Barrels Progressions/Challenge (BPC) 4 hours
This course builds on the material learned in the APBarrels course, adding the final two tiers of the repertoire. Students will learn how to use these exercises to challenge both their core strength and their own body awareness and control.
33 exercises
Prerequisites: APBarrels
All Populations Chair (APChair) 16 hours
Students will learn the first three tiers of Chair exercises from Fundamental through Intermediate. Students will be taught the many merits of the chair and how to integrate this often under-used piece of equipment into clients' workout routines.
66 exercises
Prerequisites: ABP or proof of competency
Chair Progressions/Challenge (ChairPC) 6 hours
This course adds Tiers 4 and 5 to the chair repertoire learned in the All Populations Chair course. Students will not only learn the new exercises, but also how to progress their clients carefully, delivering optimal results in strength and control.
23 exercises
Prerequisite: APChair
Special Conditions: Foundations and Mat (SCFM) 18 hours
This course offers an overview of the information needed to customize exercise routines for clients with specific physical needs, also addressing how to adapt Mat exercises. A knowledge of common conditions and injuries will better equip instructors to collaborate with a clients medical professional and design a safe, effective workout.
Prerequisite: APM
Special Conditions: Reformer (SCR) 4 hours
This course teaches students how to use the Reformer as a post-physical therapy exercise regime for clients recovering from and injury. Care will be taken to teach how to progress a client based on the information and release form provided by the doctor or medical professional.
Prerequisite: APR, SCFM
Special Conditions: Cadillac (SCC) 4 hours
This course teaches students how to incorporate Cadillac exercises into a clients's post-physical therapy workout. The Cadillac helps clients with neck and shoulder issues, and reinforces abdominal support.
Prerequisite: APCad, SCFM
Special Conditions: Chair and Barrels (SCCB) 4 hours
This course teaches students how to utilize the chair and barrels to assist clients with unique physicalities during their post-rehabilitative phases. The chair offers an upright alternative to the Reformer for many exercises, and the barrels assist clients who need additional lumbar support.
Prerequisite: APChair, APBarrels, SCFM
Programming for Results: All Equipment (PRAE) 12 hours
This course should be called “How to Retain Clients!” Due to popular demand, we created a final programming course to help integrate the exercises on various pieces of equipment. This helps students learn to customize workouts for their clients quickly and accurately. Because all equipment is utilized, students learn how to provide variety for their clients to keep each session interesting and invigorating.
Clients never get bored as they progress at a pace that is right for them. This course empowers students by enabling them to design a variety of “one hour sessions” for a number of case studies and to return to their clients with a new sense of poise, confidence, and renewed energy.
Prerequisite: ABP and APM
While the course will be more beneficial to those students who have taken subsequent equipment courses, the programming tools taught in this course can be used to retain clients in any setting.
Additional Requirements for All Populations Courses Include- Observation Hours
10 - For All Population Courses
Where to complete your observation hours:
In San Francisco and the Bay Area: Core Pilates on 17th in San Francisco.
Coming from the North? Check out Pilates with Anne in Downtown Petaluma at www.downtownpetalumapilates.com. Email anne@corepilateson17th.com for availability.
Practice Teaching/Physical Review Hours
- 15-APBarrels
- 30-APM, APCad and APChair
- 50-APR and APCCB
All Hours Must Be Logged