Energy Balancing Pilates Studio :: The Harmony Group

ENERGY BALANCING PILATES STUDIO leads a Teacher Training & Certification program, accepting applicants with some background in body mechanics in any combination of dance, sports medicine, exercise physiology, physical therapy, and professional athletics.

Background & Intention

Program Structure

Prerequisites

General Outline

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Up to 6 students are accepted for the duration of the Training period. Following acceptance into the program, you learn all traditional exercises as set forth by Joseph Pilates using the Mat (Mat Certification) Mat and Reformer (Mat and Reformer Certification) or Mat, Reformer, Cadillac, Barrels, Ped-O-Pul and Chair Apparatus (Full Studio Certification).

Pilates Program Design & Consulting Service

Learning the Exercises and Teaching the Exercises:

Workshop Intensives are given on non-consecutive weekends at the Englewood Studio.

Learning to Teach the Exercises to people of all ages and lifestyles:

During the Observation process, you learn all aspects of teaching the Method. You will be able to teach Solo, Duet and Trio Pilates Sessions on Apparatus and Group Pilates Sessions on the Mat.

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Applicants must complete minimum of 20 sessions at the EBPS prior to beginning of Training period. (See Prerequisites)

ENERGY BALANCING PILATES STUDIO Teacher Training & Certification Program is an accredited program endorsed by the Pilates Method Alliance. For more details please visit www.pilatesmethodalliance.org.

ENERGY BALANCING PILATES STUDIO (EBPS)
TEACHER TRAINING & CERTIFICATION PROGRAM

BACKGROUND & INTENTION

ENERGY BALANCING PILATES STUDIO (EBPS) Teacher Training & Certification Program is recognized by the Pilates Method Alliance (PMA) that monitors quality and integrity of the training process and ensures that all information passed along to each student is the original method set forth by Joseph H Pilates. As candidate completes Phase I, certification is awarded and is recognized within the guidelines as set forth in Category

I of PMA (Mat Certification). As candidate completes Phase I and II, certification is awarded and is recognized within the guidelines set forth in Category II or III of PMA (Mat and Reformer Certification). As candidate completes Phases I-III, certification is awarded and is recognized by within the guideline set forth in Category IV of PMA (Full Studio Teacher Certification).

Combining over 20 years experience in Pilates framing, professional dance training, teaching and leadership, Kristi Sesso creates a Pilates Teacher Training and Certification Program employing the original Pilates Method as set forth by The Pilates Studio of NYC and integrates background education and experience in varied physical training as well as an amalgamate of healing modalities. Teachers learn the specifics of a balanced workout, the methods of dealing with specific ages and limitations and the language one must use to motivate and teach clients. This Teacher Training is a comprehensive program enabling the practitioner to create a sensitive environment and specific program to achieve what the client needs and wants. The program gives each student the ability to teach the Pilates Method and bring people to a clearer understanding of being in their body, and to become a mentor to the general public in the area of alternative exercise and healing.

Different levels of Certification are offered. Phase I consists of Pilates Beginner Mat, Fundamentals and Pilates Intermediate Mat & Energy Balancing Workshops. Phase II completes Phase I and continues on to the full Reformer workout Beg-Advanced Levels. Phase I, II and III is a complete Full Studio Series which is a comprehensive training teaching each movement on all 5 pieces of apparatus, how movements on apparatus prepares the body for the mat work and how to create the perfect relationship and program with and for your client. It is our intention to have each candidate empowered to achieve personal as well as professional goals. If accepted, you will learn a repertoire of movements, concepts and principles of Joseph Pilates as well as integrated methods that contribute to communicating Pilates Method concepts to the general public. You will develop the eye and ability to recognize proper body mechanics and the methods to exchange this information with your clients. You will also understand the rationale behind giving specific movements to each individual.

PROGRAM STRUCTURE

Practical I - Personal Training

Mat Certification - Required Sessions/ 30 Group*
Study Manual

Reformer Certification - Physical Therapists/Chiropractors Only Required Sessions/50 Pilates Apparatus*

Study Manual

	Mat and Reformer Certification
	Required Sessions/50 Pilates Apparatus * Study Manual & Books

	Comprehensive Certification - All Pilates Apparatus and Mat
	Required Sessions/50 Apparatus* Study Manuals & Books

* All sessions in Practical I are discounted to registered students of the Teacher Training and Certification Program

Practical II - Learning the Method

A. WORKSHOPS
	Beginning Mat & Fundamentals

Intermediate Mat & Energy Balancing

Reformer

Cadillac

Ped-o-Pull, High Barrel, Small Barrels, Other Toys

High/Low Wunda Chair

B. ASSIGNMENTS

Preparing Sessions

Observation other Studios

C. LECTURES

Fundamentals & Vocabulary

Posture Analysis/Ace, Health History, Limitations

Intention & Goals of Client/Intention of Session

Neuromuscular Reprogramming/Muscle Testing

Modifications and Variations

Equipment Safety/Session Flow and Content

Consultations and Progression

Philosophy/Business Protocol

Team and Leadership

D. OBSERVATION
	Session Flow/Choices/Cueing

Content & Combinations

Building material from one apparatus to another

Variations/Modifications

Establishing Relationship with Clients/Mood & Tone

Establishing Mood and Energetic Condition of Client

Progressions for ongoing clients

Duets, Trios and Groups

E. PRACTICAL EXAM/F. WRITTEN EXAM
	Given by Program Director

F. TEACHING
	Full Studio Teacher Only. Agreements to be set forth.

PREREQUISITES TO THE PROGRAM:
	Some Anatomy
	Good Physical Condition
	20 sessions completed at EBP Studio

Strong Interest in Alternative Care

GENERAL OUTLINE:

Designing Your Certification

Personal Training & Practice

Workshops

Observation

Teaching

Practical and Written Exams

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