THE THOUGHTFUL BODY Matwork Pilates Teacher Training Course Outline Background to The Thoughtful Body Rachel Rafiefar is the Director of The Thoughtful Body which was established in 1994 as a way of bringing mind, body, spirit and exercise together, using the Pilates Method as a medium. She trained in 1989 with Alan Herdman and has over 23 years in the Pilates Industry having gained a professional reputation for quality and innovative teaching. Having taught in Stockholm and London, Rachel moved to the Midlands and established The Thoughtful Body Teacher Training Program in June 2000 She has lectured for organisations such as the National Childbirth Trust, Zen School of Shiatsu, Guild of Pregnancy and Postnatal Exercise Teachers, Pilates Foundation UK, European College of Bowen Studies, IMDC and Derby University. She was a Founder Member and Director of the Pilates Foundation where she taught, served on the Education Committee and examined from 1997 to 2012. She is a Founder Member of the Independent Pilates Teachers Association (IPTA) and is currently serving on the Board of Directors. All of our courses currently adhere to the training standards set by the division of the Independent Pilates Teachers Association Ltd (IPTA). The Pilates Industry is now affiliated with the Register of Exercise Professionals and Skills Active. We are able to offer the new Level 3 Diploma in Instructing Pilates Matwork accredited through the London Central YMCA. On completion of this training The Thoughtful Body offers our graduates both professional and vocational certification in small apparatus, specialist populations, rehabilitation, Cadillac, Wunda Chair and Reformer as well as other specialist training. Rachel Rafiefar Page 1 2012
Why choose us? Out learner intake exceeds no more than 12 learners to maximise learning and develop interpersonal teaching skills and create a comfortable learning environment. The Course Director is personable and directly liases with all of the learners. We offer a learner liason officer who can help you with queries or problems during your training. Course learning is blended with lecture time and e-learning to help you facilitate your study at a managable pace and offer on line support throughout your training. Course tuition is delivered using a multilayered approach to teaching and learning styles. Upon qualifying on the Diploma Course graduates can join the Register of Exercise Professionals (REPS). All garduates can apply to become a member of Independent Pilates Teachers Association Ltd (IPTA) which can offer Continuing Professional Development (CPD) with a variety of knowledgable and experienced teachers. Criteria for Acceptance Applicants should ideally have a previous background in exercise and/or movement although we acknowledge that many of our teachers come from a wide variety of backgrounds. They should have completed a minimum of 25 Pilates sessions which can be either fully Matwork or a combination of Matwork and Studio Sessions with a suitably qualified Pilates teacher. Should an applicant have difficulty in achieving these criteria, please seek assistance of the Course director Rachel Rafiefar as all applications will be considered in the interview process. Applicants must demonstrate commitment to and passion for Pilates. Rachel Rafiefar Page 2 2012
Applicants must pass the interview process. This will include a verbal and physical assessment. An assessment fee may be involved if an interview is taken outside of a visit to a Training Day. The Teacher Training Programme Outline Level 3 Diploma in Instructing Pilates Who is? was launched in 1998 and is the UK's leading health and fitness specific awarding body, developing, and awarding nationally recognised health and fitness qualifications. 's Mission Statement is: To raise standards in the delivery of health-related activity, fitness, and well being; awarding qualifications and providing independent quality assurance services. For more information about go to www.cyq.org.uk Through the development of skills, knowledge and competence in relation to teaching Pilates, the learner will be able to plan, instruct and evaluate a safe and effective Pilates session to work in an unsupervised capacity. All units are mandatory and learners should complete all units to gain certification The total credit value for the Level 3 Diploma in Teaching Pilates on the Qualifications Framework is 37. Units 1, 2, 3 and 4 are delivered through a series of E learning with e mail, telephone and Skype support. Our learning includes multimedia resources and structured self-study in both theory sessions and practical sessions. Due to the varied natures of our delivery and training Units 5 and 6 will also contain practical elements of Units 1 to 4. Once you have been accepted onto the course you will be sent the Induction pack which will further outline the course. You are encouraged to take responsibility for your own learning and to participate fully in all aspects of the course. It is important that learners are aware that the course will involve a small amount of homework at the end of each day. This may involve some written work or practice of teaching skills and exercise technique. Rachel Rafiefar Page 3 2012
Unit number and title Level Credit Guided Learning Hours 1. Anatomy and Physiology for Exercise 3 6 43 and Health 2. Health, safety and Welfare in a Fitness 2 2 16 environment 3. Principles of Exercise, fitness and 2 4 28 health 4. Know how to support clients who take 2 2 13 part in exercise and physical activity 5. Programming a Pilates teaching session 3 10 50 6. Delivering a Pilates teaching session 3 13 60 TOTAL 210 Assessment Methods The methods of assessment you will encounter are: (a) Formative Assessment: on-going assessment throughout the course in order to provide feedback on what you are learning. (b) Summative Assessment: this is a final assessment in order to obtain a result, which will count towards your overall assessment result. (c) Continuous Assessment: on-going throughout the course Once you have been accepted onto the course a full outline of your assessments will be available to you. All learners are expected to attend Pilates classes during the training. Mentoring sessions are recommended throughout the Level 3 training.time must be given by the learner for their own physical application of the work and home study. Should a learner have certain strengths in one area and weakness in another, more time should be given to the area of weakness. All units must be completed before the final exam. Exam dates will be set in advance within one month of the final course date in accordance with the availability of examiners. Rachel Rafiefar Page 4 2012
Course Duration The course is taught part-time over a minimum period of six months. Pilates training occurs approximately once or twice a month in Derby City, Derbyshire on a Sunday and Monday. The day begins at 10.00am and finishes at 5.00pm. Course dates 2014 Jan 26 th, 27th Feb 9 th, 10th March 23rd, 24th April 27 th, 28th May 18 th, 19th June 15 th, 16 th Final exams to be set for end of June, beginning of July dependent upon Assessor s availability. Final theory and practical examinations will be in January 2014 examiner s availability Level 3 Diploma in Instructing Pilates Teacher Training Fees January 2013 Non refundable deposit. Payable upon acceptance of your place One off payment Two installments 500 1200 600 plus 5% surcharge Ten month installments 120 plus 5% surcharge Course fees increase by 5% annually in January Course fees are made payable one month before commencement of training. The fees can either be paid 1. In full at the start of the course. Please make cheque payable to TTB (UK) Ltd 2. In two installments. The first installment is to be paid one month before the start of the course and the second installment to be paid 6 months after the start of the course. This payment system will incur a 5% fee on the second installment. 3. By direct debit payments per month for a period of 10 months commencing one month before the start of the course. This payment system will incur a 5% fee on the course fee. Rachel Rafiefar Page 5 2012
Should you decide to leave the course at any time, in the first instant you will be offered a deferment. If you choose not to exercise this option then there will be a forfeiture of a percentage of your fees depending on when you leave the course. Two weeks before the start: 25% One week before the start: 35% First or second week of course: 45% Anytime after this the second week: 80% This includes: Full teacher training Tutorials Teaching practice Lectures Handouts Manuals Access to the student DVD, video and book lending library E mail support Skype support This excludes: Insurance. Learners are responsible for their own insurance costs and must hold a valid insurance certificate before commencing the course. A copy of this must be given to The Thoughtful Body. After qualification the learner is responsible for updating and financing their teaching insurance Travel, meal or accommodation costs It does not include any workshops held by any other Teacher Training Organisation Writing materials and stationary costs Support materials books, videos and equipment Pilates classes Rachel Rafiefar Page 6 2012
READING LIST ESSENTIAL KEY TEXT AND SUPPORT MANUALS FOR LEARNERS FOR BOTH LEVEL 3 AND THE THOUGHTFUL BODY INSTRUCTING PILATES MATWORK 2013 Author The following texts are supplied by The Thoughtful Body Diploma in Teaching Pilates Mandatory Units Syllabus Diploma in Teaching Pilates Learner Assessment Record Level 2 Anatomy and Physiology workbook Level 3 Anatomy and Physiology Manual Colour If a learner has not completed Level 2 before they will also need: Level 2 Mandatory Units Syllabus Level 2 Mandatory Units Manual Anatomy and Physiology, Health and Safety, Supporting the Client, Principles of Exercise Anatomy and Physiology Manual Colour Learners are required to buy or loan the following texts and must have them before the start of the course. Recommended reading and reference sourcing can be found on p.67 of the Level 3 Diploma in teaching Pilates Syllabus Stone and Stone Isacowitz R Pilates J Latey, P Lawrenece, D Atlas of skeletal muscles 2002 McGraw-Hill Publishing Co. 4 th Revised edition ISBN-13: 978-0071199018 The Anatomy of Pilates 2011 Human Kinetics Publishers ISBN-13: 978-0736083867 Return to Life through Contrology and Your Health2000 Presentation Dynamics Inc; Millennium ed edition ISBN-13: 978-1928564003 Modern Pilates Allen and Unwin. Australia Fitness Professional Series: Pilates Method: An Integrative Approach to Teaching A & C Black, London, UK Rachel Rafiefar Page 7 2012
Please read the following information through very carefully before the commencement of the course. Course Guidelines 1. The Thoughtful Body reserves the right to cancel the course no less than one month before start date without obligation. If The Thoughtful Body cannot complete the course all fees for scheduled lectures only will be refunded in full. 2. All payments must be received in full prior or as agreed to commencing the course. 3. All course hours will be scheduled in advance, however due to unforeseen circumstances dates may be changed if unavoidable. As much notice as possible will be given. 4. This is a physically demanding course all learners must be in good health, and physically prepared to undertake the work that will be studied, (all cases will be considered on an individual basis). 5. Safe practice and the health of the learners are of the utmost importance on this course and as in normal teaching practice all learners will be required to complete a medical questionnaire prior to starting the course; (any problems will be considered on an individual basis). Failure to disclose important information may not only jeopardise your place on the course but could result in injury. All learners must be responsible for informing their trainers of any problems that may occur no matter how trivial they seem. Attendance Although run as part time course learners must give a full time commitment, all lectures, teaching practice and assisting/apprentice hours are compulsory. All learners must arrive on time and prepared for lectures, lateness causes disruption to lecturers and fellow learners. All learners will be given a work log to fill in. All learners must regularly attend classes for their own personal and physical development. The Thoughtful Body cannot accept responsibility for learners falling behind in their studies due to personal problems or injuries, (all cases will be considered on an individual basis). The Thoughtful Body cannot guarantee to offer extra tuition time for learners falling behind in their studies. Any extra tuition available will be at the learners own expense. Rachel Rafiefar Page 8 2012
Learners missing course hours will be expected to make up lost time, arrange to copy any notes given and complete any homework set. 9. All learners must have a minimum attendance of 80% of the course hours to be entered into the exam. 10. The Thoughtful Body reserves the right to defer a learners place due to illness or injury until they are able to complete the course safely. Course Work 1. Learners will be provided with training manuals covering subjects taught during the course. There are aspects of the course where trainees are expected to fill out the information and research for themselves. 2. Regular reading will be given throughout the course in preparation for training days 3. Regular homework assignments will be given. These must be finished on time and if possible typed, printed and handed in a clear plastic envelope. Do not send any course work via e mail. 4. Each learner will have the opportunity to request personal tutorial time at regular intervals during the course. Learners or the trainer will request this when they feel it necessary. 5. Learners will be continuously assessed throughout the course with knowledge reviews, exam type questions and question and answer sessions. 6. A theoretical and practical mock exam will be given prior to final exams to assess learner s strengths and weaknesses. 7. Learners will be encouraged to practice teaching what they have learned as soon as possible, insurance and safety issues will be discussed before this begins. Disciplinary Action 1. If a learner s attendance, performance in either practical or theoretical work, or behaviour falls below the accepted level then the learner will be given a verbal warning and the opportunity to improve. If no improvement is seen then a written warning will given. Any future failure to improve may result in the trainee being terminated from the course. 2. The Independent Pilates Teacher Association provides a support system for learners to help with any disciplinary situation that may arise. An arbitrator can be provided if needed to help resolve any problems between trainees and course tutors. Rachel Rafiefar Page 9 2012
3. Any learners leaving the course prior to examination will be required to sign a declaration stating they will not teach the Pilates Method without receiving a recognised qualification to do so 4. Any learners leaving the course before completion will be required to pay all outstanding fees. Please sign both the following forms. Retain the learner copy for yourself and give the trainers copy to the course Director. Contact details Mail and Correspondence address Rachel Rafiefar 1 Buckland Close Derby DE1 1EN Tel: 07949653832 rachel@thethoughtfulbody.com Registered address TTB (UK) LTD 12 DARLEY ABBEY MILLS DARLEY ABBEY DERBY UNITED KINGDOM DE22 1DZ Company No. 07454142 Rachel Rafiefar Page 10 2012
The Thoughtful Body Level 3 Diploma in Instructing Pilates Matwork Teacher Training Course January 2014 Learner copy Course outline agreement I, Of Have received a copy of the course outline, dated January 2014 I have read and understood the contents of this document for the course starting January 2014 In accepting a place upon this course I agree to abide by the guidelines set out within this document. Furthermore I understand that the teaching materials on this course are copyrighted and I agree not to copy, duplicate, electronically transmit or breach copyright agreement in any way shape or form. Print name Sign Date Rachel Rafiefar Page 11 2012
The Thoughtful Body Level 3 Diploma in Instructing Pilates Matwork Teacher Training Course January 2014 Trainer Copy Course outline agreement I, Of Have received a copy of the course outline, dated January 2014 I have read and understood the contents of this document for the course starting January 2014 In accepting a place upon this course I agree to abide by the guidelines set out within this document. Furthermore I understand that the teaching materials on this course are copyrighted and I agree not to copy, duplicate, electronically transmit or breach copyright agreement in any way shape or form. Print name Sign Date Rachel Rafiefar Page 12 2012