Min 30 Pilates Mat classes & Anatomy Exam (taken at Corpus Studios or another reputable studio)

The course is designed to learn to teach the exercises, not just about how to do the exercises.
The prerequisite classes are essential, to ensure:

• a minimum level of experience of the Pilates repertoire before learning to teach it.
• an awareness of the basic Pilates vocabulary that will be used during the course (e.g. Powerhouse, Centerline, Large box, etc.)
• an understanding of how to move in space with Pilates
• your safety during the course

In-person practical sessions and online theory sessions (or entirely online if location prevents in-person participation)

If followed online:

• 100% attendance is required for all sessions
• You must be clearly visible to the Trainer throughout
• You must acquire in advance the appropriate exercise accessories to use during the sessions (Mat, Power Circle, Hand weights, Leg weights, Elastics (short and long), Stick, large and small balls, foam roller)

This course content is a mandatory starting point for all Corpus Instructor Training programs.
The course covers in detail the Pilates mat exercises appropriate to each level, and all the steps and protocols to safely instruct Pilates on the mat and become a successful coach.

This course incorporates two full syllabuses.

1. Foundational Pilates – the gateway to the Corpus Pilates world:
– Pilates history, principles, vocabulary and key concepts
– Skills for safe movement
– A composition of pre-Pilates exercises and traditional Pilates exercises
– Teaching skills
– A clear method for class design & programming
– Differences and similarities between teaching a collective group class and/or a private coaching

2. Beginner Pilates:
– Traditional Pilates mat repertoire at beginner level
– Breathing techniques
– Basic postural assessment techniques
– Exercise modifications for special needs
– Exercise variations to develop awareness or challenge (use of traditional accessories: Power Circle, hand weights, leg weights, and contemporary accessories: balls, rollers, elastics)
– A step-by-step method for client programming & coaching

• What is Corpus Pilates™?
• History of Pilates, Pilates Principles & key concepts
• Learn to teach pre-Pilates and basic classical Pilates Mat exercises
• Class design and cueing techniques
• Group and individual instruction
• Pilates Vocabulary
• Breathing techniques
• Spinal positions
• Postural analysis & correct alignment
• Client Programming
• Managing your career

Tuition & evaluation hours: 64 hours

• 4 online theory sessions (16.5 hrs)
• 4 days of practical training sessions (34.5 hrs)
• 1 written theory exam & online review session (4.5 hrs)
• 1 take-home research exam & online review session (2 hrs)
• 1-day practical exam (6.5 hrs)

The course is delivered over a period of 3 to 4 months

• Self-study: 50 hours (studying manuals, research for take-home exam)
• Self-practice: 50 hours
• Teaching practice: 50 hours
• Observation: 25 hours
• Private coaching with a Senior Instructor at Corpus Studios: 2 hours (additional cost)

You will receive a Corpus Pilates Statement of Completion, approved by EuropActive Europe’s Professional Standards Committee. Associated with EuropeActive is European Register of Exercise Professionals (EREP’s) and you will be eligible for registration with EREP’s – optional, at additional cost Subject to:

• 100% course attendance
• Completion of all required study hours
• Successful written and practical exams
• Proof of complete Delegate Portfolio (containing training agendas, draft lesson plans, course notes, self-evaluation forms, teaching feedback forms, records of study hours, etc.)
• Successful completion of the Corpus Pilates Anatomy course and exam (or equivalent approved qualification for Physiotherapists, doctors, etc.)

1. Theory Exam:

• Written Exam
  
• Take home exam

2. Exam Workshop:

• Personal practice
• Teaching a collective class
• Teaching a private class

3. Completed Delegate Portfolio

4. Apprentice Hours: 122 hours

• 4 private lessons with a Corpus Master Trainer or Senior Instructor (taken between the end of the course and the exam weekend, at student’s own expense)
• Personal Practice 50 hours
• Teaching Practice 50 hours
• Observation 25 hours

Note: All apprentice hours must be completed no later than 8 weeks after the Practical Exam

Course price: 1495€
(non-refundable deposit €300 to register, plus €1185 payable before starting the course )

Exam weekend price: 275€

Theory Exams

All written Theory exams are scheduled on a specific date.

• 80% required to pass
• Unsuccessful: retake as an oral exam with a Master Trainer, at your own cost (equivalent to 1 x private lesson)

‘Take Home’ Exams

Some courses require completion of an open-book, written exam – to be completed at home, over several weeks. This approach encourages research and self-study and the completed exam booklet serves as a useful reference guide for teachers.

• 80% required to pass
• Unsuccessful: retake at own cost

Practical Exams

An in-depth practical exam must be taken for each course level. It is a valuable opportunity for clarification and discussion, for personal feedback and to learn from fellow students, as well as from the Master Trainer.

The practical exam assesses your ability to:

• Execute the exercises – modifying
  appropriately if needed
• Teach a collective and private class

Depending on the course and level, the practical exam is spread over 2 days or 1 full day.

• 80% required to pass
• Unsuccessful: retake at own cost

Exam Regulations

• All students are required to register for exams on our online booking system (min 2 weeks in advance).
• A fee is payable for each practical exam or each re-sit of a written exam
• The fee must be paid in advance of the exam.
• All exams for a course level must be completed successfully.
• All Apprentice Hours must be completed successfully before progressing to the next level
• In addition to successful exams and apprentice hours, a completed portfolio must be submitted before a Corpus Pilates™ Certificate of Completion or Diploma will be awarded.