The Ultimate Toning Workout Get Studio Pilates Certified Teach Pilates in the country s leading health clubs, in Pilates studios or run your own Pilates classes 3 day courses nationwide starting at just $799 Australia s leading Pilates training training Fitness focused and Physio backed Studio Pilates is ideal for PT s, Group Fitness Instructors, health professionals & those entering the fitness industry
The Ultimate Pilates Training Studio Pilates training is unique and we bring you exercises and classes that are intense and targeted, that build lean muscle and work to tone and transform the body at an astonishingly fast pace. By getting Studio Pilates certified you are qualified to teach and work as a Pilates instructor in the USA, Australia and New Zealand. You can start your own small business, teach in your local Pilates studio or clinic, work in some of the nations leading health clubs, or even go on to open your very own Studio Pilates franchise. Studio Pilates training is modular, which means that it allows you to be able to start instructing (and therefore earning money) straight away after completing your first course. This is different to other courses which often require you to invest large sums of money and take several months to complete. Our secret to this streamlined learning is our world-leading online training center which gives you access to the course material before you attend the training, fast tracking your learning. You will start your Pilates training journey with the Studio Pilates Matwork course module which covers over 70 Pilates mat exercises and teaches you how to instruct each and every one in a practical, supportive and interactive 3 day course. This course then qualifies you as a Pilates Matwork instructor and enables you to teach Pilates mat classes. We also offer an anatomy training module which is a prerequisite to the Matwork course if you re new to the fitness industry or a great optional course if you are already in the industry, but would simply like a refresher. After your Matwork module is successfully completed, you may choose to continue your learning by enrolling in one of our 6 other modules. For example, you may like to take the next step with our Pilates Reformer Course and teach Pilates reformer classes in a Studio Pilates International franchised studio or at other Pilates studios and health clubs in your city. Who knows where your new career will take you. If you re in the fitness industry already, you ll earn 15 CEC points with Fitness Australia and if you become one of our official Studio Pilates Licensed Instructors, you may even gain extra work teaching Studio Pilates mat classes in Licensed Health Clubs such as selected Fitness First, Virgin Active, Go Health Clubs, Fernwood Fitness and Goodlife gyms. To book a course call 07 3899 4555 or 0488 014 618, email education@studiopilates.com or visit studiopilates.com Is the preferred Pilates education provider for:
Studio Pilates Matwork Course Outline The Studio Pilates International Matwork course is a 3 day comprehensive Pilates course designed by Physiotherapists with over 12 years experience in teaching Pilates. It is tailored specifically for the health and fitness industry but is Physiotherapy based, so you not only learn the traditional Pilates exercises and how to teach them, but also the modern science behind them and the latest knowledge on core stability and injury management. The course is very practical, with small class sizes to ensure you learn: Over 70 basic-intermediate Pilates exercises Common spinal injuries and using Pilates for rehabilitation Programming for athletes and advanced clients how to challenge your clients core Correct muscle activation of the deep core stabilisers Assessment and correction of poor movement patterns Assessment of posture and core stability Pre/post pregnancy workouts and Women s Health related issues How to instruct a great Pilates mat class On completion of the course you will be a fully qualified Pilates Instructor and will be able to teach Pilates in either an individual or group setting. The course is based on the latest Physiotherapy research, and incorporates activation of Transversus Abdominus, Multifidus, Pelvic Floor, Iliacus and Deep Hip Rotators, Gluteal muscles, Serratus Anterior, Deep Neck Flexors and Lower Trapezius. In the course you learn not only how to activate these deep stabilising muscles at a basic level, but also how to challenge your clients and build global core strength for more functional rehabilitation and strength and fitness training, which enables you to program for clients of all levels and abilities. The Matwork course consists of 2 elements: 1. A pre-course study component (approximately 30 hours of study) This is home study that can be completed in your own time via studying the course manuals, doing the workout DVDs and looking at the video tutorials in the Online Training Centre. This part of the course includes: Doing the Studio Pilates Workout DVD 20 times to practice approximately 10 hours Watching the videos in the Online Training Centre and read over the course manuals approximately 14 hours Completing the online multiple choice pre-course exam approximately 1 hour 2. A 3 day practical face-to-face workshop After completing the required study, there is a 3 day practical face-to-face workshop in which you can revise all of the material you have learned and give you the chance to practice and refine your instructing skills and receive help and support from your instructor trainer. Face to face practical course outline: DAY ONE Postural types and Posture Assessment review Review of Stabilising muscles and Core stability muscle testing Teaching the Basics of Pilates Learning styles and Cueing Formula Supine abdominal series learn the technical points practice teaching the exercises Continued
DAY TWO Technical points and instructing practice of the following: Side lying series Supine Buttock Series and Kneeling Series Prone Lying Series Plank Series Injuries and pregnancy programming DAY THREE Group workout/class taken by the Instructor Trainer Stretches Revision of exercises Practice instructing in pairs and in a group class setting Practical examination Post Course Assessment: Simply take the online multiple choice post-course exam located in our Online Training Centre. So why choose our courses? Practical and Hands on Course Work The Studio Pilates instructor courses are both practical and hands on. You will practice teaching the exercises extensively in both one on one and class settings. This practical training makes you a more confident instructor at the end of the day. Physiotherapy Based Learning Many Pilates instructor courses do not go through the specific rehabilitation exercises. Our courses cover injury management and rehabilitation in detail. Our courses have been created by physiotherapists and are physio based, but with the traditional Pilates exercises. As a result, you learn the modern science behind the traditional exercises. We also teach you how to challenge your clients. We have courses specifically tailored for both the clinical setting and the fitness industry so you can be sure your clients receive great results. Studio Pilates Cueing Formula The hardest thing about becoming an instructor is not learning the exercises, but learning how to teach them. Our courses focus on ensuring you are confident to instruct each exercise we focus on teaching you how to teach! We have developed our own cueing formula to help you to teach the exercises effectively and clearly. Interactive Learning Environment In your course, you will be able to ask as many questions as you like. The format is interactive, rather than a lecture. The course combines formal learning but it is delivered in an informal manner. Our courses have a great group format and dynamic both the instructor trainers and course participants are there to help each other and learn. Our courses are not just about the exercises, they also deal with the body posture, core stability, correct activation of core muscles based on the latest research, pregnancy, sample programs that you can use, injury management and programming. Continued
Earn Continuing Education Points Many of the Studio Pilates courses are accredited with Fitness Australia, American Council of Exercise and many other organisations which means that you can earn continuing education points while you study! Online Learning Makes it Easy With many of our courses, you receive access to our Online Training Centre. This contains videos on the entire course content so you can learn it before you come along to the course. This means that when you attend the course, you can focus more on how to instruct well rather experiencing all the exercises for the first time. You can also use the online training centre for your ongoing study - maximising you learning before and after the course! Small Class Sizes Our classes are kept small to ensure your maximum learning. You have the opportunity to practise your instructing on a range of different and diverse bodies. No Logging of Practical Instruction Hours The Studio Pilates courses do not require you to log any practical instruction hours. Everything you need to learn will be taught through the online training centre and during your course. Modular Courses Our courses are modular, which means that you can just do the Matwork course if you like. You are not locked in to doing a whole package of courses. This means that you can teach the exercises that you have learnt straight away after you finish the course. Stress Free Examination The examination process is easy and not stressful or scary. We ensure you have all the knowledge to complete your examination before you take it. Ongoing Career Opportunities and Support We offer ongoing support to all of our instructors. We also provide job support through advertising job vacancies and sending out job alerts. We also offer a number of career opportunities become a Licensed Instructor to teach Studio Pilates classes in a Licensed gym setting or own your own Studio Pilates franchise! Get your free Pilates DVD Download your free Studio Pilates DVD so you can see some for yourself what the Studio Pilates style of instructing is like. Simply visit our online store and select Pilates DVD downloads, select the Brazilian Butt Toner workout and enter the discount code promofreeb when checking out. You can also view a snippet of this video on YouTube at this address http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8qu7-b-joo0 Or search Pilates workout to tone the butt and thighs. Enjoy the workout.