PILATES EDUCATION LAB

PILATES EDUCATION LAB Welcome Letter and Mission Statement Bios for Carol LeMaitre and Sharon Gallagher-Rivera Program Options Program Requirements & Hours Program Fees 2017 Training Dates 2018 Training Dates Audit Program Bridge Program Locations Enrollment Form Contract

PILATES EDUCATION LAB Welcome and Thank you for your interest in our program. Our mission at Pilates Education Lab is to produce stellar instructors who are passionately committed to the vigorous and full body movement experience of the Classical Pilates Method, and are also masterful at adapting movement for each individual client in their present state of health. We believe that begins with a strong foundation of understanding anatomy, biomechanics, movement patterning and fundamental movement skills. Our in depth training prepares our graduates to develop their analytical, intuitive and physical teaching skills so they can succeed in any teaching environment. Our goal is to create a supportive, safe and inspired learning environment that encourages questions, exploration and practice.

BIOS CAROL LEMAITRE Carol LeMaitre was first introduced to Pilates the usual way, as a dancer with a back injury. She made her way to St. Francis Hospital s Dance Medicine Department, the very first hospital in the world to offer Pilates as part of a rehab program. Carol was so impressed with Pilates ability to heal her body that she was inspired to become a teacher, beginning her studies with Master Teachers Michelle Larsson and Jennifer Stacey. She finished her formal training with Ellie Herman in 1999. In 2000, Carol opened Sanchez Street Studios as a one-woman operation while living upstairs with her husband and two sons. From its humble beginning, Sanchez Street Studios has grown to encompass the entire building, with six trainers offering classes and private sessions, seven days a week. Feeling that she needed more training to work with the various clients that were coming in the door, Carol studied The Janda Method of Neuromuscular Re- education. She has also been greatly inspired by her studies with Eric Franklin, Kathleen Stanford Grant, Cara Reeser, Mary Bowen, Irene Dowd and the entire crew at The Pilates Center of Boulder. Today Carol is certified by the Pilates Method Alliance, received her Masters from the Pilates Center of Boulder and is an Advanced MELT Instructor. Carol leads an annual Pilates and MELT retreat in Costa Rica. Her audio workout CDs, available on itunes, have been featured in Pilates Style magazine. In 2005, Carol approached Sharon Gallagher and proposed the idea of designing a teacher training program that would teach the Classical Repertoire and that would include the fusion of many methods to teach the fundamental skills needed to foster dramatic change. Together they have taught and mentored a talented group of students that have completed the program and gone on to become amazing teachers.

BIOS SHARON GALLAGHER-RIVERA Sharon Gallagher-Rivera is the Owner of Internal Fire Pilates and is also Co-Owner of Pilates Education Lab, a training program for aspiring Pilates teachers in San Francisco and Marin. Sharon is a seasoned instructor, and bodywork and rehabilitation specialist committed to enhancing the well-being and resilience of her clients across all physical states and abilities. Sharon started as a young gymnast and a multi-sport athlete, earned her BA in Politics and Performing Arts from USF in 1992, and then spent decades performing, both commercially and with contemporary dance companies including Printz Dance Project for many years. Initially trained by Ellie Herman, she began teaching Pilates in 1999 and taught at various studios in San Francisco and Marin, including Sanchez Street Studios, owned by Carol LeMaitre (now her teaching partner and co creator of Pilates Education Lab). Today she is deeply proud of Internal Fire Pilates success and delighted with its growing community of loyal students. Her clients have always included other Pilates teachers, athletes and dancers, teens and elders, office workers and those living with physical challenges or chronic pain. Sharon s mastery of Classical Pilates and complementary approaches comes from working with many talented teachers over the years. Aside from years of study with Jennifter Stacey, M.S., she earned a Master s Certificate with the renowned Pilates Center of Boulder, whose leaders learned directly from Pilates elder, Romana Kryzanowska, (taught directly by Joseph Pilates). Sharon enriches her Pilates practice with continued movement study through a regular Pilates practice, dance training in many styles including Modern/Contemporary, West African and Brazilian, Yoga and weekly sessions with Jean Claude-West. Her students are her greatest teachers and she continues to gain experience through teaching with a range of methods. Aside from Pilates, these include: bodywork and massage techniques learned from her studies with Stephen Coleman, L.Ac., (blending the work of Lauren Berry, Swedish Massage, Rolfing and continued...

Feldenkrais), Jayne Edwards (Neuromuscular Rehabilitation work of Vladimir Janda, M.D.), and Sue Hitzman (creator of the M.E.L.T. method). After Lululemon Athletica selected her as a Global Ambassador for 2010-11, she was honored to be selected by PilatesAnytime.com as their "Next Pilates Anytime Instructor 2012", winning a feature story in Pilates Style magazine. Sharon is a PMA Certified instructor and has modeled for Ellie Herman s books, Pilates for Dummies and Pilates Wunda Chair as well as Ellie s DVD of Advanced Mat. She appears in Jordan Matter s book, Dancer s Among Us as well as Lois Greenfield s Moving Still.

PROGRAM OPTIONS There are two options to complete the Pilates Education Lab training lectures. Option 1 is taking the lectures at Sanchez Street Studios in San Francisco, CA. Option 2 is taking the lectures at Internal Fire Pilates in Mill Valley, CA. All required hours for each module are the same at either location. PEL IN SAN FRANCISCO Required attendance at all lectures for 3 modules and the level 1 Anatomy Camp (held in San Francisco) as well as fulfillment of all required hours. This includes: Lectures 1-5 of Mat Module (5 weekends - 30 hours - $1500) Lectures 1-6 of Immersion Module (6 weekends - 36 hours - $1800) Lectures 1-7 of Apparatus Module (7 weekends - 42 hours - $2100) Each weekend is 6 hours of lecture, Fridays 4-6, Saturdays 2-6. (108 Total Lecture hours + free attendance for the following year of lectures). 108 Hours of Lecture Total Studio Usage/Fee $500 --------------------------------- Total is $5900 Audit rate is $5400 and does not include the studio usage fee PEL IN MILL VALLEY Required attendance at all lectures for 3 modules and the level 1 Anatomy Camp (held in San Francisco) as well as fulfillment of all required hours. This includes: Lectures 1-2 of Mat Module (2 weekends - 36 hours - $1800 for both or $900 each) Lectures 1-2 of Immersion Module (2 weekends - 36 hours - $1800 for both or $900 each) Lectures 1-2 of Apparatus Module (2 weekends - 36 hours - $1800 for both or $900 each) Each weekend is 18 hours of lecture, Fridays-Sundays, 9:30 am-12:30 pm and 1:30-4:30 pm. (108 Total Lecture Hours + free attendance during the following year of lectures). 108 Hours of Lecture Total Studio Usage/Fee $500 --------------------------------- Total is $5900 Audit rate is $5400 and does not include the studio usage fee

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS & HOURS Welcome and Thank you for your interest in our program. The Pilates Education Lab Teacher Training Program provides comprehensive studies of the Classical Pilates repertoire presented through a focus on movement skills, sound biomechanics, proper alignment, cueing and developing your eye as a teacher. We provide a supportive environment for our students to reach their full potential as dynamic instructors. Our Pilates Teacher Training Program requires completion of the following modules: MAT MODULES 1 & 2 Students learn fundamental movement skills as well as the Intro - Super Advanced level Pilates Mat exercises coupled with functional anatomy and kinesiology training as it relates to teaching the exercises. We will discuss modifications and variations including use of the Foam Roller, Thera-band, and Magic Circle. The students are required to attend all Mat Lectures at either Sanchez Street Studios or Internal Fire Pilates, and also complete 20 mat classes, 50 hours of self-practice, 25 hours of observation, 50 hours of practice teaching and 6 private lessons (2 of which are observed performance, 2 of which are observed teaching, 1 is an advanced level performance exam). IMMERSION MODULES 1 & 2 Students learn Intro-Intermediate level exercises on the Reformer, Cadillac/Wall Unit, and Wunda Chair. All students are required to attend all Immersion lectures at either Sanchez Street Studios or Internal Fire Pilates, and also practice with a partner throughout the training. This is a prerequisite for the Equipment program to allow the students to understand the basic concepts and movements of each exercise and how the mat skills are applied on the equipment. The students will be required to complete 15 mat classes, 25 group equipment classes, 50 hours self practice, 25 hours of observation and 5 private lessons (2 of which are observed performance). APPARATUS MODULES 1 & 2 Students learn the Intro-Super Advanced level exercises on the Reformer, Cadillac/Wall Unit, Chair, Barrels and Periphery Apparatus. The students will continued...

evolve their understanding of the exercises to the perspective of teaching and cueing effectively. We will also discuss modifications, variations and contraindications for specific populations. The students are required to attend all Apparatus lecture hours at either Sanchez Street Studios or Internal Fire Pilates, as well as 15 mat classes, 25 group apparatus classes, 100 hours of self-practice, 50 hours of observation and 200 hours practice teaching and 13 private lessons (2 of which of observed performance and 3 of which are observed teaching and 3 are advanced level performance exams). TEST OUT (3 hour mat test and 5 hour apparatus test) $250 each BREAKDOWN OF REQUIRED HOURS 108 Lecture/Demonstration 200 Self Practice (self guided) 100 Observation 250 Practice Teaching (opportunity to become an apprentice at 200 hours) 24 Hours Private Lessons 50 Group Apparatus Classes 50 Hours Mat Classes 10 Hours Anatomy Camp 5 Hours Practical Exams 3 Hours Written Exams -------------------------------- 800 Hours Total To qualify for test out, students must complete all hours including 9 hours observed performance (2 Mat, 3 Immersion, 4 Apparatus) and 5 hours observed teaching (2 Mat, 3 Apparatus) and pass the performance exams (1 Mat, 3 Apparatus). These are included in your required number of private lessons.

PROGRAM FEES BREAKDOWN OF FEES Lecture Series $5400 Studio Usage Fee (1 year) $500 Test Outs $500 ($250 Mat, $250 Apparatus) Texts $60 (Approx.) Private Lessons $1800 (Discounted at $75/session for trainees) Group Classes Prices vary ($1500-1800 approx.) Mat Classes Prices vary ($900-1100 approx.) Anatomy Camp $350 Total $11,010-$11,510 (Approx.) **There are a limited number of work-study options available at both studios

2017 TRAINING DATES SAN FRANCISCO Modules are Fridays 4-6pm, Saturdays 2-6 pm, *unless otherwise noted. Sept 16-17 ANATOMY CAMP, LEVEL 1* at Sanchez Street Studios (Required for either location option) Saturday 1:30-6:30pm, and Sunday 1-6:30pm MILL VALLEY Modules are Fridays-Sundays 9:30 am-12:30 pm and 1:30-4:30 pm Apr 21-23 APPARATUS MODULE, LEVEL 1 Beginning-Intermediate on all apparatus with Teaching Skills/"Seeing", Cueing and Partnering Apr 28-30 APPARATUS MODULE, LEVEL 2 Advanced/Super Advanced on all apparatus, Reformer, Wunda Chair, Electric Chair, Cadillac/Tower, Ladder Barrel, Spine Corrector, Baby Arc as well as Sandbag and Dowel, Magic Square/Head Harness, Push-Up Handles, Airplane Board Oct 13-15 MAT MODULE, LEVEL 1 Anatomy Review, Pilates Principles, Return to Life Review, the History of Joseph Pilates, the Pilates Elders, Modifications, Movement Concepts Oct 20-22 IMMERSION MODULE, LEVEL 1 Intro-Beginning on Reformer, Cadillac, Electric Chair and Wunda Chair.Intro periphery: Toe Corrector, Foot Corrector, Pedi-Pole, Breath-a-cizor, Magic Circle, Ladder Barrel, Spine Corrector, Baby Arc and Arm Chair

2018 TRAINING DATES SAN FRANCISCO Modules are Fridays 4-6pm, Saturdays 2-6 pm, *unless otherwise noted. Sept 22-23 ANATOMY CAMP, LEVEL 1* at Sanchez Street Studios (Required for either location option) Saturday 1:30-6:30pm, and Sunday 1-6:30pm MILL VALLEY Modules are Fridays-Sundays 9:30 am-12:30 pm and 1:30-4:30 pm Feb 2-4 MAT MODULE, LEVEL 2 Review Intermediate Mat with emphasis on teaching skills, Adv-Super Advanced Mat repertoire, Mat Extras, Wall, Arm Weights, Magic Circle Mat, Teaching Skills/Imagery, Postural Assessment, Safety/Liability, Building your Pilates Business, Postural Analysis, Special Needs/Populations Feb 9-11 IMMERSION MODULE, LEVEL 2 Intermediate level on Reformer, Cadillac, Electric Chair and Wunda Chair, Continue repertoire on Ladder Barrel, Spine Corrector, Arc Barrel, Pedi Pole, Airplane Board, Head Harness/Neck Stretcher, Magic Circle and Arm Chair March ANATOMY CAMP, LEVEL 2 Dates TBD Fascial Lines/Body Reading/Gait Analysis Apr 20-22 APPARATUS MODULE, LEVEL 1 Review Intermediate repertoire on all apparatus with and emphasis on Teaching Skills/"Seeing", Cueing and Partnering, Practice Teaching continued...

Apr 27-29 APPARATUS MODULE, LEVEL 2 Advanced/Super Advanced on all apparatus, Reformer, Wunda Chair, Electric Chair, Cadillac/Tower, Ladder Barrel, Spine Corrector, Baby Arc as well as Sandbag and Dowel, Magic Square/Head Harness, Push-Up Handles, Airplane Board Oct 12-14 MAT MODULE, LEVEL 1 Anatomy Review, Pilates Principles, Return to Life Review, the History of Joseph Pilates, the Pilates Elders, Fundamental Movement Skills, Intro-Intermediate Mat Repertoire, Modifications, Movement Concepts Oct 19-21 IMMERSION MODULE, LEVEL 1 Intro-Beginning on Reformer, Cadillac, Electric Chair and Wunda Chair. Intro-Beginning Periphery: Toe Corrector, Foot Corrector, Towel, 2x4, Sandbag and Dowel, Wall, Pedi Pole, Breath-a-cizer, Arm Weights, Magic Circle, Ladder Barrel, Spine Corrector, Baby Arc and Arm Chair.

AUDIT PROGRAM The Pilates Education Lab Audit Program is an opportunity for students who have completed other training programs to take the lecture portion of our Pilates Teacher Training Program, in whole or in part as they desire. This is purely for continuing education and does not offer a certificate of completion. Auditing students are not required to complete any other hours associated with training. Students who are interested in becoming graduates of Pilates Education Lab should look into our Bridge Program, which does offer a Certificate of Completion as well as the ability to become a Teaching Assistant and/or Mentor. ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS Prospective students must have already graduated from a Comprehensive Training Program consisting of at least 450 Hours. FEES Individual day workshops, Internal Fire Pilates, Marin (6 hours): $300

BRIDGE PROGRAM The Pilates Education Lab Bridge Program grew out of the desire from some of our Audit Students, who were trained through other training programs, to become graduates of our program. ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS Prospective students must have graduated from a Comprehensive Training Program consisting of at least 450 Hours, and must be approved for entrance by performance evaluation. REQUIRED HOURS 108 Hours of Lecture/Demonstration (includes Mat, Immersion and Apparatus Modules) 50 Hours Mat Classes 75 Hours of Semi-Private/Group Classes 10 Hours of Private Sessions (includes 4 Hours of Observed Teaching and 6 Hours of Observed Performance) 50 hours of Self-led Practice 10 Hours of Anatomy Camp* 30 Hours of Observation* 5 Hours Practical/Performance Testing Total of a minimum of 338 Hours * Students entering the Bridge Program with 5 or more years of teaching experience can opt out of these requirements with approval.

LOCATIONS PEL IN SAN FRANCISCO: Sanchez Street Studios Address: 1587 Sanchez St, San Francisco, CA 94131 Phone: (415) 648-4911 sanchezstreetstudios.com PEL IN MILL VALLEY: Internal Fire Pilates Address: 457 Miller Ave, Mill Valley, CA 94941 Phone: (415) 360-3008 internalfirepilates.com

ENROLLMENT FORM Name: ADDRESS: CITY/STATE: ZIP: PHONE: EMAIL: DESCRIBE YOUR PILATES EXPERIENCE: PILATES INSTRUCTOR S NAME(S): STUDIO NAME(S): PHONE: Length of time practicing? Frequency of practice per week: Which apparatus do you have experience with? Reformer Mat Cadillac Tower/Springboard Chair Barrels/Periphery Describe your movement/athletic history: 1587 Sanchez Street, San Francisco, CA 94131 415.648.4911 info@pilateseducationlab.com

Describe your current state of health: Do you have any physical limitations that would affect your participation in this program? If yes, please describe. Do you have experience teaching? Why do you want to become a Pilates instructor? How did you hear about our program? EMERGENCY CONTACT: PHONE #: 1587 Sanchez Street, San Francisco, CA 94131 415.648.4911 info@pilateseducationlab.com

The undersigned relieves Carol LeMaitre, Sharon Gallagher-Rivera, Sanchez Street Studios, Internal Fire Pilates and other students from any liability resulting from personal injury and/or loss or personal property whether caused by negligence or otherwise. The undersigned hereby represents that he/she is physically sound and that he/she has medical approval if special medical problems require such approval to proceed with this type of training. SIGNED: DATE:

TEACHER TRAINING PROGRAM CONTRACT Please note the following guidelines, rules and regulations regarding certification of completion, studio usage and future employment opportunities. TEACHER TRAINING & CERTIFICATION We do not guarantee certification of completion following the training. Certification of completion is contingent upon attendance of all lectures, fulfillment of all required self-practice, observation and student teaching hours as well as a successful test-out. We do not guarantee employment following the training or certificate of completion. All students wishing to work at Sanchez Street Studios and Internal Fire Pilates must apply and audition should openings become available. If a student doesn t pass the test out audition, they may retest for an additional $250. TEACHER TRAINING & CERTIFICATION Studio access is available to students for a duration of one year in order to complete self-practice hours. Following expiration of the one-year included studio use, students may access the studio at a rate of $100/month as available. APPRENTICESHIP Following 200 hours of practice teaching, students may audition for an apprentice position at Sanchez Street Studios or Internal Fire Pilates. Apprentices will not be required to pay a fee for studio access. LIABILITY INSURANCE Each studio provides coverage for students self-practice, but does not provide coverage for students clients. Each student is required to purchase their own liability insurance before bringing their friends in to practice teach. continued...

Liability insurance is available through the Pilates Method Alliance (PMA), The United Pilates Collective and IDEA. ALUMNI AUDITING All students are welcome to attend the program for free during the following year s session as a refresher. I agree to the terms listed above in this contract and am fully aware of my responsibilities to complete the Pilates Education Lab Teacher Training Program. PRINT NAME: SIGNATURE: DATE: