PILATES ESSENTIALS: Mat, Power & Reformer

CEUs: NASM .2, AFAA .2, IFTA 2, AAAI 2, ISMA 2, or petition for more!

DESCRIPTION: This three-part Pilates course introduces participants to the essential principles, techniques, and training styles of Mat Pilates, Power Pilates, and Reformer Pilates. First explore Mat Pilates principles including breath, alignment, control, precision, stability, and proper execution of foundational exercises. Then, learn about Power Pilates as you add dynamic sequencing, advanced variations, increased intensity, and continuous flow to challenge muscular strength, endurance, balance, and coordination. Finally, experience an introduction to the Pilates Reformer, learning how its unique system of springs, pulleys, straps, and moving carriage provide both resistance and assistance to create adaptable, full-body workouts. 

OBJECTIVES
1. Discover the foundations of Mat Pilates and get a taste of what it means to become a
confident, knowledgeable, and inspiring certified Pilates instructor!
2. Take foundational Mat Pilates movements to the next level with a stronger, more dynamic and challenging approach.
3. Identify and explain the basic safe and effective exercises that can be performed using a
Pilates Reformer to create full-body workouts.