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Mat Pilates Certification Course

100-HR CERTIFICATION PROGRAM

40-Hour In-Person Training

60-Hour At-Home Training


 

DATES

8 weeks November-February

12-5pm

Sunday

November 2,16

December 7 + homework over break

January 4, 18

February 1,15, 22

 

PAYMENT OPTIONS

$2775 over 3 months ($925/month)

$2500 paid in full before training starts

$2300 middle bird ( sign up before August 30th) 

$2200 earliest bird (only 2 spots available)

 

Included in Price:

5 free classes at Vessel

50% off additional classes you want to purchase

10% off private sessions with lead instructor


 

OUTLINE

Week 1: Introduction to Pilates (1 week)

History of Pilates

Effects of Pilates on Mind, Body & Soul

Introduction to Skeletal and Muscular Systems, Anatomy & Posture

 

Week 2: Anatomy of Pilates (1 week)

Main Musculature Targeted in Pilates

Principles of Effective Engagement

Enhancing Bodily Awareness & Knowing When to Stop or Modify

 

Weeks 3 & 4: Poses & Sequencing (2 weeks)

Classical Series & Modifications for an All-Level Mat Class

Contemporary Choreography Adapted from Reformer Pilates & Other Styles

Unilateral vs. Bilateral Class Structures

Effective Mat Pilates Sequencing

 

Week 5: Mat Pilates Props (1 week)

How & When to Use Props

Learning Function of Each Prop

Incorporating Props Into Sequencing

 

Week 6: Basic Instruction (1 week)

Five Steps of Effective Cueing

Offering Modifications & Advancements to All-Level Classes

 

Week 7: Advanced Instruction (1 week)

Importance of Musicality

Adapting Classes for Beginners / Pregnant / Injured Students

Individual Routine Building & Discussion With Lead Instructor

 

Week 8: Written & Practical Assessments (1 week)

Teaching Test

Written Test

Personal Assessment, Evaluation & Recommendations by Lead Instructor

 

Additional Requirements:

30 Practice Hours (at least half of which have to be at Vessel)

10 Observation Hours (at least half of which have to be at Vessel)

10 Hours Unsupervised Practice Teaching (with another trainee / feel free to invite friends)

8 Hours At-Home Homework

2 Community Classes

Other Notes

If you miss a weekend, you are expected to make it up privately at a rate of $100 per hour paid directly to lead instructor. (Every two hours of missed group is equal to one hour of private make-up).  

Every student will leave with 2 routines that will be provided by the lead instructor + an additional routine that they will create themselves and discuss/check with lead instructor over the last week of training.

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Following training, there will be an opportunity to host 2 community classes at the studio if interested in teaching at Vessel. Lead instructor will determine if more community classes are needed before trainee gets on schedule. 

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What people are saying about past training:

"This was such a wonderful experience and Caitlin is such a wonderful trainer and teacher!"- Jess 

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"I've been practice teaching a lot on my friends and feel a lot more confident in my own practice after spending the time and effort in the training. Caitlin is a gem of a teacher. Soooo happy I did it!! Really grateful for the whole experience." -Reva 

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Contact

Vessel Studios
592 Eastern Parkway
Brooklyn, NY 11225

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(917) 214-2603

info@vesselstudios.yoga

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Business Hours

Mon: 7:00 AM – 9:00 AM
Tues: 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM
Wed: 7:30 AM – 9:30 AM
Thurs: 7:00 AM – 9:00 AM
Fri: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Sat: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Sun: 9:00 AM – 8:30 PM

Accessibility

Vessel Studios is committed to making our space welcoming and accessible. If you require assistance or have a specific accessibility need, please contact us in advance.

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