The Pilates Method Alliance 450 hour program
In combination with our Pilates Teacher Training – Mat Level 1 and Pilates Teacher Training – Mat Level 2 programs, this comprehensive program using the apparatus is aligned with the Pilates Method Alliance Pilates Certification Exam. This exam was designed to develop a high standard of credentials for Pilates teachers on an international level. Visit the PMA website for more information about the PMA and this exam. We are one of three schools in Canada recognized by the PMA. Find us in the PMA Registry of schools.
| Core Courses | Price | Early bird | Hours | 2012 Dates |
| 101 – Mat Level 1 | $599 | $499 | 40 | Sept 20-22 & Sept 27-29, 2013 |
| 102 – Mat Level 2 | $599 | $499 | 40 | Oct 25-27 & Nov 8-10, 2013 |
| 301 – Reformer 1 | $599 | $499 | 16 | TBD |
| 302 – Reformer 2 | $549 | $449 | 16 | TBD |
| 303 – Reformer 3 | $549 | $449 | 16 | TBD |
| 311 – Trapeze Table | $549 | $449 | 16 | TBD |
| 312 – Arc | $549 | $449 | 16 | TBD |
| 313 – Chair | $449 | $399 | 14 | TBD |
| 314 – Barrels | $349 | $299 | 7 | TBD |
| 315 – Auxiliary Equipment | $349 | $299 | 7 | TBD |
| Advanced Courses | Price | Early bird | Hours | 2012 Dates |
| 210 – Mat & Ball | $449 | $399 | 16 | TBD |
| 211 – Mat & Band | $449 | $399 | 16 | TBD |
| 212 – Mat & Ring | $499 | $399 | 16 | TBD |
| 213 – Mat & Roller | $449 | $399 | 16 | TBD |
| Additional Courses | Price | Early bird | Hours | 2012 Dates |
| 401 – PMA certification *prep-course |
$449 | $399 | 16 | TBD |
Course outlines
Mat 1 (101) – 40 hours
Course information on separate page – Pilates Teacher Training – Mat Level 1
Mat 2 (102) – 16 hours
Course information on separate page – Pilates Teacher Training – Mat Level 2
Mat & Ball (210) – 16 hours
Prerequisites: Mat 2 (102) or equivalent
The Mat & Balls course adds fun, creative choreography, variations, and modifications to the classical mat exercises by incorporating the ball.
Required Course Literature: Balanced Body University Manual* – Pilates Mat & Ball
Mat & Band (211) – 16 hours
Prerequisites: Mat 2 (102) or equivalent
The Mat & Balls course adds fun, creative choreography, variations, and modifications to the classical mat exercises by incorporating the ball.
Required Course Literature: Balanced Body University Manual* – Pilates Mat & Band
Mat & Ring (212) – 16 hours
Prerequisites: Mat 2 (102) or equivalent
The Mat & Balls course adds fun, creative choreography, variations, and modifications to the classical mat exercises by incorporating the ball.
Required Course Literature: Balanced Body University Manual* – Pilates Mat & Ring
Mat & Roller (213) – 16 hours
Prerequisites: Mat 2 (102) or equivalent
The Mat & Balls course adds fun, creative choreography, variations, and modifications to the classical mat exercises by incorporating the ball.
Required Course Literature: Balanced Body University Manual* – Pilates Mat & Roller
Reformer 1 (301) – 16 hours
Prerequisites: Mat 1 – 101, Anatomy for Pilates or equivalent, 30 Pilates classes on the reformer or personal training sessions on the reformer
The Reformer 1 course includes:
- An introduction to the Pilates Reformer including set up and safety,
- Beginning exercises,
- Cueing, coaching, safety and teaching tips for clients at different levels of ability program sequencing,
- Guidelines for teaching older adults, pre- and post-natal women, and clients with back, knee, neck and shoulder conditions and injuries,
- Teaching tips for group classes, and
- Equipment safety and maintenance.
By the end of the course you will be able to teach a beginning Reformer class or personal training session.
Required Course Literature: Balanced Body University Manual* – Pilates Reformer
Reformer 2 (302) – 16 hours
Prerequisites: Reformer 1 (301) or equivalent, Anatomy for Pilates or equivalent
The Reformer II course builds on the skills gained in the level I course. It includes intermediate exercises and modifications designed for group and individual instruction. Teaching successful classes and sessions to clients at different levels of ability is emphasized. Also included are a variety of programs designed to keep your clients inspired.
Required Course Literature: Balanced Body University Manual* – Pilates Reformer
Reformer 3 (303) – 16 hours
Prerequisites: Reformer 2 (302) or equivalent, Anatomy for Pilates or equivalent
The Reformer III course includes advanced exercises plus modifications for sports specific activities, tips for training the advanced client and programs designed for specific sports.
Required Course Literature: Balanced Body University Manual* – Pilates Reformer
Trapeze Table (311) – 16 hours
Prerequisite: Reformer 2 or Reformer certification, Anatomy for Pilates or equivalent
The Trapeze course provides a thorough introduction to Trapeze Table (a.k.a. Cadillac) exercises and program sequences for classes and personal training sessions. It includes cueing, coaching, safety and teaching tips for clients at different levels of ability, as well as applications for special needs and advanced clients. Sequencing programs using multiple pieces of equipment are covered as well as equipment set up, safety and maintenance.
Required Course Literature: Balanced Body University Manual* – Trapeze Table
Arc (312) – 16 hours
Prerequisite: Reformer 2 (302) or equivalent, Anatomy for Pilates or equivalent
This course provides instruction about how to instruct clients in using the Pilates Arc. The Arc course includes a series of exercises, modifications and variations to teach classes on this piece of equipment. The Pilates Arc provides greater support in some of the Pilates mat exercises and increases flexibility of the spine while providing stability.
Required Course Literature: Balanced Body University Manual* – Pilates Arc: a Detailed Guide for Practicing Pilates
Chair (313) – 12 hours
Prerequisite: Reformer 2 (302) or equivalent, Anatomy for Pilates or equivalent
The Chair course includes exercises and variations for both the original Wunda chair and the split pedal Combo Chair. The chair is great for doing strengthening work with athletic clients and as an addition to group programming in combination with the Mat. This course includes cueing, coaching, safety and teaching tips for clients at different levels of ability and exercises and programming for both personal training sessions and classes.
Required Course Literature: Balanced Body University Manual* – Chair
Barrels (314) – 7 hours
Prerequisite: Reformer 2 (302) or equivalent, Anatomy for Pilates or equivalent
The Barrels course includes exercises and variations for the Ladder Barrel and Step Barrel. The barrels add variety to personal training sessions or classes. The course includes cueing, coaching, safety and teaching tips for clients at different levels of ability.
Required Course Literature: Balanced Body University Manual* – Pilates Barrels
PMA certification prep-course (401) – 16 hours
Prerequisite: Mat 1 and 2, Reformer 1, 2, and 3, Trapeze, Tower, Chair, Barrels, and Auxiliary Equipment or equivalent (advanced courses are not required) and 80 personal practice hours, 80 observations hours, 80 apprenticeship hours and 30 supervised teaching hours.
This course is a review of the skills and knowledge necessary to pass the Pilates Method Alliance test. Preparation for the PMA Exam should include a minimum of 450 hours of lecture; observation; personal Pilates practice; apprenticeship; and supervised student teaching, covering Pilates exercise repertoire in Mat, Reformer, Trapeze Table, Barrels, Chairs, and Ped-o-Pull.
Required Course Literature: The PMA Pilates Certification Exam – Study Guide, Pilates Method Alliance
Notes
Unless otherwise noted course literature is not included in the price. Literature from BBU can be purchased from the on-line store at www.pilates.com
*Please note: Feel Good Yoga & Pilates offers its own certificate of completion. We do not offer a Balanced Body University (BBU) certificate with our program
Course examination
For each course there will be a written exam. It will consist of multiple choice questions and short answers. Students will have one hour to complete the exam. To study for your exam, please refer to your course material and notes pertinent to that module. You will also take a one-hour practical exam where your teaching skills will be evaluated while you are teaching a one-hour session to a client or class of students. You will be evaluated based on client safety, appropriate sequencing, understanding and application of the Pilates principles, appropriateness of the exercises to the class or client, effective cueing techniques and correct set-up. If you have any questions email us!
