Course description

A 2-year study of the Pilates Method with a total of 1000 hours of lectures, seminars, self practice, observation, and supervised teaching. Learn the technique in-depth, and great detail from experienced and established professionals, and become a teacher of the highest standards. Opportunities for employment in London UK, Portugal EU, and Arlington Virginia US through our network.

Course content

• 180 hours of pilates tuition: 79 modules on Mat, Reformer, Cadillac, Chairs, Barrels, Wobble Boards, and  small apparatus at Beginners, Intermediate, and Advanced levels

• 20 hours of lectures on anatomy, physiology and medical conditions including: study of the skeletal, muscular, and respiratory systems; a brief study of all other systems of the human body; physiology and a brief on degenerative medical conditions that pilates benefits

• 500 hours of guided studio practice, observation and supervised teaching (compulsory) 

• 300 hours additional practice (recommended and supported)

• Over 300 exercises and variations on Mat and equipment supported by manuals

• Breathing techniques

• Hands on technique

• Relaxation and release techniques

• Exercises’ analysis and insights

• Pregnancy

• Alignment

• Focus

• Coordination

• Observation skills

• Verbal cues 

• Rehabilitation techniques 

• Continuous assessments to ensure learning

• Exams on Anatomy, Physiology, and the Pilates Method

• Certification of Advanced Teacher from Pilates Education and Research and partners (when relevant)

Included in the course

• Pilates Matwork PEAR Diploma

• Matwork level 3 Diploma (optional)

• Reformer PEAR Diploma

• Cadillac PEAR Diploma

• Wunda Chair PEAR Diploma

• Barrels PEAR Diploma

• Wobble boards PEAR Diploma

• Pilates small Apparatus PEAR Diploma

Requirements: This course requires dedication and an interview will need to be scheduled to ensure your place.