Teacher Training

Intensive Reformer

Become a Pilates professional who is able to design and lead the STOTT PILATES® Reformer repertoire and work in many types of settings and with a wide range of clients. Therefore, you will leave with a solid foundation and required skills to develop effective and motivating Pilates Reformer programs. Moreover, you’ll be taught by experienced Instructor Trainers who will mentor you on your education path.

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Kick start your Pilates career with the STOTT PILATES® Intensive Reformer
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About the STOTT PILATES® Intensive Reformer, 2nd Edition Course

Prepare yourself to teach a broad range of exercises, variations and modifications performed on the Reformer. Furthermore, learn how to combine Mat and Reformer based workouts for increased variety and intensity.

STOTT PILATES® is a contemporary, anatomically-based approach to the original exercise method developed by Joseph Pilates. Developed by former professional dancer Moira Merrithew and a team of sports medicine professionals, this method incorporates modern exercise science and rehabilitation principles. The result is a method that is safe and a highly effective low-impact way to stretch, strengthen and streamline the body.

This course is ideal for experienced studio and fitness instructors, personal trainers, sports therapists, physiotherapists and those with a background in dance looking to improve their range of skills and enhance their employability. In a word, for people looking to obtain the finest Pilates education in the industry. However, any Pilates enthusiast looking to enhance or change careers can book this course if they fulfil the anatomy requirements, such as the anatomy course online.

Note: In-studio course students receive the printed course manual 1 month before course start (sent by post within the UK), and the video course materials via email with a unique code for streaming on Merrithew Connect.

Course Prerequisites

  • Gym or Studio Instructor (or equivalent), or dancer; alternatively, functional anatomy background.
  • At least 30 hours of attending Pilates classes.
  • Background practical knowledge of Pilates as a participant (STOTT PILATES® or other style).
  • Teaching experience recommended.
  • No previous anatomy? Book the anatomy course online at least six weeks before your STOTT PILATES® course for adequate study time.

Anatomy Course Online

Students with no previous anatomy experience will be accepted to the STOTT PILATES® courses when booking the anatomy course online. This course equips you with the knowledge required to join the training and pass your exams. (Sold separately.)

Bonus: Receive a 10% discount on the anatomy course online when you book any STOTT PILATES® course.

What you will learn

  • The STOTT PILATES® 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

STOTT PILATES® Intensive Reformer

£1995

All courses must be fully settled 1 month before course start.
Course fee includes:

50 Hours Training

The course will take you through 63 exercises with modifications, a postural analysis and programming to give you the tools you need as a STOTT PILATES® certified instructor.

Manuals

Manuals will be sent to you 1 month before the course starts. This way you are as prepared as possible for the course

Merrithew Connect

We will send you access codes for the video library required for the course. Use this before, during, and after the course to prepare for your exam and as a reference point.

Requirements for Certification

  • Completion of the course online or in person
  • Minimum 10 hours of observation
  • Minimum 40 hours of physical review
  • Minimum 25 hours of practice teaching

All minimum hours must be completed and logged before booking your exam. Your exam must be booked within 6 months after the course end.

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