Modular / Intensive: 80 lecture hours, 60 suggested practice hours of which 30 must be documented.
Pre-requisite: A valid First Aid Certificate to be provided before the end of your course and copy of relevant insurance policy.
This is the foundation of our training. Whether you are a group exercise instructor, personal trainer or looking to change careers, this is our entry level training. With the modular format you have tutor time and must take personal responsibility to practice between modules. There is a recommended period of at least 4 weeks teaching practice before your final assessment. Recommended 60 hours practice time.
Course Includes:
Manual and Study Video with pre-attendance checklist tasks.
- Module 1 (3 days), Anatomy and Physiology and Movement Analysis Weekend
- Module 2 (2 days) Movement essence and exercise goals. Muscular initiation and sequencing. Breakdown of beginner and ‘mixed level’ workouts. Visual skills, looking for proper execution of the exercises, exercise variations and modifications. Review of paperwork / portfolio requirements.
- Module 3 (2 days) Review of moves and Pilates specific cueing issues. Warm ups and movement transitions. Effective communication, verbal cueing and effective imagery. Portfolio requirement documenting understanding of Health and Safety / Emergency issues and understanding of the group education dynamic within the health and fitness environment
- Module 4 Assessment of 2-3 moves for practical preparation (mobility and strength). Practice teaching with feedback. Introduction of variations and contraindication for Special Populations (pregnancy and seniors clients)
- Assessment day - Your portfolio and copy lesson plans must be presented at the start of the assessment day.
- Theory Assessment - 60 point multiple choice theory paper to Level 3 standard.
Assessment and certification summary:
Letter of Competancy to teach is issued after the following criteria has been met.
Successful completion of assessment day at 5th class beginner level Completed portfolio Evidence of current CPR and insurance policy
Certificate of Achievement
Letter of Competancy issued Successful submistion of class video with supporting paper-work for a fundimental Pilates Matwork mixed ability class
Please note: Previously Fundamental Group Matwork Equivalent to OCR Level 2
For further information please contact Maxine: maxineb@multitraxuk.com