STOTT PILATES® Intensive Reformer™
This course will show you how to design and lead the Level 1 Essential and Intermediate STOTT PILATES Reformer repertoire for personal or group training settings for a range of clients. You will leave with a solid foundation and required skills to develop effective and motivating Pilates Reformer programs. While Intensive Reformer may be taken prior to Intensive Mat Plus, we recommend completing Intensive Mat Plus first.
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:
- The STOTT PILATES Five Basic Principles
- Essential, Intermediate, Power workouts
- Effective use of the reformer to enhance torso stability and strength, peripheral extremity conditioning, joint stability, flexibility, balance and coordination
- Effective communication and observational skills
- Verbal cueing and imagery for performance enhancement and client motivation
- Theory and practice of postural analysis
- 139 exercises plus modifications for specific body types, postural issues and conditions
- How to incorporate resistance equipment to support and intensify exercises
- Exercise layering related to effective program design
- Workout composition for personal and group training
DATES:
2020 Dates TBCGENERAL COURSE OBJECTIVES:
- How to apply STOTT PILATES biomechanical principles of core stability, breathing and alignment to all exercises
- A complete breakdown of each exercise
- Exercise goals, muscular initiation and movement sequencing
- Modifications to increase or decrease exercise intensity
- Modifications for specific body types and postural issues
- How to recognize optimal and less than optimal movement patterns
- A variety of programming options to keep clients motivated
- Effective communication, verbal cues and imagery for performance enhancement and client motivation
REQUIREMENTS OF CERTIFICATION:
50 hours of instruction and supervised teachingMinimum of 10 hours of observation
Minimum of 40 hours of physical review
Minimum of 25 hours of practice teaching
Total: 125 hours
ADVANCED REFORMER
Dates: 2020 Dates TBCTimes: Friday 9-5pm; Sat/Sun 11.30 - 6pm each day.
The Advanced (Level 2) program begins with a review of relevant Essential and Intermediate exercises, then students learn to apply STOTT PILATES® biomechanical principles to exercises that require a higher degree of strength, balance and coordination.
These courses can be taken immediately after the corresponding Level 1 course or as a series of courses.
Our Advanced programs continue to provide a balanced and thorough blend of theory, observation and practical experience to help you master the repertoire.
Learn to use the various Reformer components and accessories to intensify reformer repertoire and provide a stimulating workout for athletes, dancers, and highly conditioned clients.
Held over 3 days this 18 hour Advanced course teaches exercises in the repertoire that require greater strength, stability and flexibility.
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:
- Muscular initiation and sequencing of Advanced-level exercises Multiple variations for variety and intensity
- 70 exercises
- Please note: In order to start this Advanced course, students must have completed the Essential and Intermediate repertoire taught in the Level 1 courses.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
When I have completed the course, can I practice on the equipment in the studio?
Yes, we welcome our Instructor Training students and recent graduates to book the rooms outside of class times free of charge. You can book time for personal practice or for practice teaching, no paid sessions or classes are permitted.
Can I observe classes in the studio?
Yes, we encourage our Instructor Training students to observe classes, please email reception@downtownstudio.com.au with the sessions you would like to observe.
Can you get insurance with this course?
Yes, as long as you are a Certified STOTT PILATES instructor you can get insurance. To qualify, you need to sit and pass the exam within 6 months of finishing a course.
Can I certify in Mat only or Reformer only?
You sure can, however, it is cheaper to do them together and that way you can just sit a single exam.
Can I start with either Mat or Reformer?
Absolutely, however, we recommend you start with Mat and do Reformer second.
Are there any prerequisites?
We recommend you have a working knowledge of functional anatomy. If you have not previously studied anatomy we provide a link to an independent, comprehensive and free online course when you enroll. You can study the basics before you begin and use it as a reference throughout your Instructor Training course.
Will I be able to get a job as a Pilates instructor when I finish this course?
STOTT PILATES is one of the most recognised names in Pilates internationally and highly regarded among Pilates studios and clients alike. Once you complete the STOTT PILATES course and becoming certified you will be qualified to teach Pilates classes and be able to obtain insurance as a Pilates instructor.
What is involved in completing the exam?
For the practical component of the exam you will come into the studio and there will be a body for you to do a postural analysis, teach the 5 basic principles and a workout based on posture and goals. There is also a written component of the exam which consists mostly of multiple choice questions.
Do you have payment plans? And how do they work?
Yes! We will tailor your payment plan to suit you. You can choose to divide your course investment into weekly, fortnightly, or monthly payments. We will set the payments on direct debit and set an amount that suits your cash flow. Your course fees must be paid up by the end of your course.
Are there any discounts?
Yes, you receive a discount when purchasing more than one course, the package prices shown are reduced prices so please make sure to select the combined pricing options to get the best price. You also pay less for paying in full rather than a payment plan.
Can I do classes at Downtown while I am studying?
Yes! We want you to do lots of Pilates while you study so we are throwing in some FREE CLASSES! Intensive Mat-Plus includes 20 x Mat Pilates Classes and Intensive Reformer includes 20 x Reformer Pilates Classes.
TEACHER TRAINER - MICHELLE SCOTT
Michelle Scott is from Sydney, Australia, and has both a Bachelor of Education and Bachelor of Arts (Dance) degrees. She became a fully certified STOTT PILATES Instructor in 2003, and later that year went on to become an Instructor Trainer. She is now a Lead IT for Merrithew™ specializing in the STOTT PILATES full repertoire.Over the past 14 years, she has taught hundreds of STOTT PILATES courses and workshops in the US, Canada, Brazil, Hong Kong, New Zealand, the Philippines, and the UAE. Michelle is an intrepid traveller who loves an adventure.
LOCATION
Downtown Studio is located on Little Collins Street in the heart of Melbourne’s CBD with excellent public transport links and parking, and only a 30-minute drive from Melbourne Airport.
Affordable weekend parking is available a 5-minute walk away at Galleria Car park for $10 per day on Elizabeth Street (until 6.30pm), or a 10-minute walk away at Federation Square car park for $14 per day on Flinders St (until midnight).
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Working knowledge of functional anatomy, and prior participation in an anatomy course that covers in detail the human musculoskeletal system, and includes muscle attachments, actions and basic biomechanics.Acceptable courses include the STOTT PILATES Functional Anatomy course or a university or college level anatomy or physiology course (minimum 20-25 hours of in-class instruction).
Online courses may be accepted provided that they amount to a minimum 20-25 hours of learning and include homework assignments, tests and/or a final examination.
Minimum 30 hours participation in Pilates classes/workouts. (working out to the Essential STOTT PILATES Matwork DVD can contribute to some of these hours). While we recommend that you have some prior experience teaching movement or fitness, applicants with a strong history of Pilates participation and/or experience instructing students/clients in another field.
REQUIRED MATERIALS
Education materialMatwork & Reformer Support Materials Book*
Reformer Course Package
Essential Reformer Manual 2nd Ed.
Intermediate Reformer Manual 2nd Ed.
Essential Reformer DVD, 3rd Ed. (2 disc set)
Intermediate Reformer DVD, 2nd Ed. (2 disc set)
Note: The Matwork & Reformer Support Materials Book is required for IMP and IR courses but only needs to be purchased once and can be used for both.
