Course Objectives for PILATES INSTRUCTOR TRAINING:

The PILATES INSTRUCTOR TRAINING COURSE is an excellent learning opportunity for anyone who wants to train as a Pilates Instructor, and for anyone who just wants to know more about the Pilates exercise method.

  • During the 2-day seminar, participants will obtain a working knowledge of the purpose, benefits, target population, history, terminology, anatomy and principles of the Pilates exercise method.
  • Participants will be able to demonstrate 56 Plates movements with proper technique and body alignment.
  • Participants will be measured by a practical demonstration and a 100 question written multiple choice exam with a passing grade of 85%

This training is approved for 7.25 AFAA CEUs and .7 ACE CECs.

Maximum 7 participants per Training Session.  For the most intense and personal learning experience, the Pilates Institute of Maryland will allow a maximum of 7 participants per Instructor Training Session.

The cost per participant is $299.00

"The Pilates Instruction Manual"  is a 69 page illustrated book which accompanies the training and is included in the price. The manual sold separately is $25.00. If the manual is purchased separately and the training is taken later, the cost of the manual is deducted from the price of the training.

Please see the Sample Agenda below;

DAY 1

  • 8:30am- Check-In/Registration
  • 9am-10:15am- LECTURE - Definition, Purpose, Benefits and History of Pilates
  • 10:15-10:30am - Break
  • 10:30-12 noon - LECTURE -Principles of Pilates, Anatomy and Planes of Motion
  • 12 noon-1pm - Lunch (Lunch will be provided)
  • 1pm-1:45pm -Lecture -Terminology and Tips for Matwork Exercises
  • 1:45-2:30pm THE EXERCISES - Body Awareness and Beginner Exercise Programs
  • 2:30-2:45pm - Break
  • 2:45-3:30pm - Intermediate Exercise Program
  • 3:30-4:45pm - Advanced Exercise Program
  • 4:45-5pm - REVEIW /END DAY 1

DAY 2

  • 8:30-9am - Review Day 1
  • 9-10am - Pilates Masterclass w/visualization techniques
  • 10-10:15am - Break
  • 10:15-11:30am - Practical Application - Each participant will be able to demonstrate in a group setting, selected Pilates movements with proper alignment and technique. Critques and discussion.
  • 11:30-12 noon - Review for Written Exam and a short break
  • 12:30-2pm - Written Exam - a 100 multiple choice questions

The next training dates are Sat and Sun, September 18 and 19, 2010. More dates will follow. Please stay tuned and check back to this website for more dates, times and locations for fall 2010.

To REGISTER for the Pilates Instructor Training, please click onto the Registration page.

To PAY ONLINE, please click onto the registration page, or send a check or money order to;

Pilates Institute of Maryland

 PO Box 44702

 Fort Washington, Maryland 20749-0702. 

The "Pilates Instructor Manual" and a Study Guide and Workbook will be mailed to you after registration.

You will also recieve a FREE Pilates sticky mat and "I Love Pilates" T-shirt when you arrive at the training. (Yaaay!) :-)

Questions?  Please call 301 257 4819 or email  Joann@PilatesInMD.com