Pilates Movement Studio

STOTT PILATES® Intensive Program:

The Intensive Program (Level 1) is intended for those already working in the fields of fitness or movement, or those who have completed the Functional Anatomy course and have met the Pilates experience requirements. The focus is on expanding student’s current knowledge while delivering complete instruction in STOTT PILATES® principles and Essential and Intermediate exercises in a fast-paced format. The programs provide a balanced and thorough blend of theory, observation and practical experience to help you master the repertoire.

Prerequisites

Working knowledge of Functional Anatomy (University/College level course completion)
3+ years teaching movement, fitness, and/or dance
30+ hours of Pilates training/experience

Note: New students are required to begin with either Intensive Mat-Plus^TM or Intensive Reformer and must apply for acceptance into the certification program.

Intensive Mat-Plus™ IMP

The Level One Matwork Course (IMP) provides instructors with the foundation and skills needed to develop effective and motivating personal training programs and some group programming skills will also be covered. Full Course Description

Intensive Reformer IR

This course teaches students how to design and instruct Level 1 (Essential and Intermediate) reformer workouts in personal settings for a range of clients. Some group programming on the reformer is also covered. Full Course Description

Intensive Cadillac, Chair & Barrels – ICCB

The Cadillac, Chair, & Barrels course is split into three separate modules to allow you to choose which element to take. All three courses continue to build on the knowledge and material learned by taking IMP and/or IR. Full Course Description

Intensive Cadillac ICAD

ICAD prepares you to teach Level 1 (Essential and Intermediate) exercises on the Cadillac. By the end of this course you will be able to fine-tune personal and circuit training programs to meet a variety of clients’ conditioning goals with 125 exercises on the Cadillac Trapeze Table.

Full Course Description

Intensive Stability Chair™ ICHR

ICHR prepares you to teach Level 1 (Essential and Intermediate) exercises on the Stability Chair. By the end of this course you will be able to fine-tune personal and circuit training programs to meet a variety of clients’ conditioning goals with 63 exercises on the Stability Chair. Full Course Description

Intensive Barrels IBRL

IBRL prepares you to teach Level 1 (Essential and Intermediate) exercises on the Barrels. By the end of this course you will be able to fine-tune personal and circuit training programs to meet a variety of clients’ conditioning goals with 98 exercises on the Ladder Barrel, Spine Corrector and Arc Barrel. Full Course Description

General 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

STOTT PILATES® Advanced Program:

The Advanced (Level 2) program begins with a review of relevant Essential and Intermediate exercises. Students will 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. Prerequisites: The advanced courses can be taken immediately after the corresponding Level 1 course.

Advanced Mat AM

This course progresses Matwork to more advanced material, providing further options and challenges on the mat for highly conditioned clients. Exercises require a high degree of strength, balance and coordination. Full Course Description

Advanced Reformer AR

This course covers the various reformer components and accessories to intensify a reformer repertoire and provide a stimulating workout for athletes, dancers, and highly conditioned clients. Exercises in the Advanced repertoire require strength, stability and flexibility. Full Course Description

Advanced Cadillac, Chair, & Barrels – ACCB

Instructors will learn Advanced-level exercises that will place demands on the body in different planes of motion using the full range of STOTT PILATES equipment. This course rounds out the Level 2 repertoire, placing particular emphasis on the utilization of the Cadillac and Stability Chair for the highly conditioned. Full Course Description