Mat Teacher Training Online - The Pilates Acadmey

Course Content

Introduction

Opening & Welcome

01:50
Introduction

01:09
How to Navigate the Course

02:16
Tools You’ll Need for Training

02:50
How to Get the Most Out of Your Self-Paced Learning

02:24
Understanding the Role of a Pilates Instructor

02:32
Understanding the Role of a Reformer Pilates

02:15
Learning Structure & Assessment Process

02:31
Inspiration & Motivation – Closing the Introduction

01:53
Tips for Success in the Course

04:22
Course Manual

Module 1: Part 1 – Applied Anatomy & Physiology

Human Anatomy Fundamentals for Movement – Part 1

29:52
Human Anatomy Fundamentals for Movement – Part 2

29:45
Muscular System & Movement Mechanics – Part 1

29:54
Muscular System & Movement Mechanics – Part 2

29:29
Core Anatomy & Deep Stabilization – Part 1

26:43
Core Anatomy & Deep Stabilization – Part 2

22:36
Spinal Anatomy & Function – Part 1

28:38
Spinal Anatomy & Function – Part 2

17:04
Breathing Mechanics – Part 1

29:15
Breathing Mechanics – Part 2

28:14
Postural Analysis & Common Dysfunctions – Part 1

27:27
Postural Analysis & Common Dysfunctions – Part 2

15:18
Applied Anatomy for Pilates – Part 1

28:24
Applied Anatomy for Pilates – Part 2

16:24
Applied Anatomy for Pilates – Part 3

29:10
Applied Anatomy for Pilates – Part 4

19:33

Module 1: Part 2 – Kinesiology & Movement Analysis

Module 1: Foundations & Movement Sciences

Neuromuscular Control & Motor Learning

21:59
Advanced Core Biomechanics

23:48
Equipment-Specific Biomechanics
Movement Dysfunction Patterns

23:04
Advanced Musculoskeletal Anatomy

21:16
Clinical Applications of Pilates

27:20
Pain Science & Movement

26:57
Complex Movement Analysis

29:00
Advanced Modification Strategies

23:24

Module 1: Part 3 – History & Pilates Principles

Joseph & Clara Pilates – Life & Philosophy – Part 1

24:45
Joseph & Clara Pilates – Life & Philosophy – Part 2

27:18
Joseph & Clara Pilates – Life & Philosophy – Part 3

24:46
The Six Pilates Principles – Part 1 – Concentration, Control, Centering

29:15
The Six Pilates Principles – Part 2 – Concentration, Control, Centering

29:48
The Six Pilates Principles – Part 3 – Concentration, Control, Centering

14:17
The Six Pilates Principles – Part 1 – Precision, Breath, Flow

29:58
The Six Pilates Principles – Part 2 – Precision, Breath, Flow

13:23
The Six Pilates Principles – Summary

25:06
Evolution & Modern Applications – Part 1

26:01
Evolution & Modern Applications – Part 2

29:47
Development of Classical Repertoire

29:06

Module 2: Part 1 – Teaching Applications

Pilates Exercise Categories & Classical Sequencing – Part 1

26:59
Pilates Exercise Categories & Classical Sequencing – Part 2

11:12
Exercise Modification Strategies

29:45
Progression & Regression Principles

22:09
Alignment Principles & Cueing – Part 1

23:55
Alignment Principles & Cueing – Part 2

10:21
Breathing Integration with Movement

29:35
Common Errors & Correction Techniques

20:16
Safety Considerations & Contraindications

16:30
Exercise Flow & Transitions

23:20

Module 2: Pre-Pilates Exercises

Pre-Pilates Exercises: Foundation Movements

10:21
Essential Body Positions for Movement and Exercise

09:22
Imprint vs. Neutral Spine

15:01
Pelvic Curl

16:34
Pelvic Clock

18:00
Lateral Breathing Supine

00:10
Lateral and Diaphragmatic Breathing

00:12
Breathing Kneeling

00:12
Spinal Forward Flexion

00:16
Spinal Extension

00:12
Spinal Rotation

00:12
Spinal Lateral Flexion

00:12
Head Float

00:12
Shoulder Shrugs Supine

00:13
Shoulder Protraction

00:12
Table Top

00:16
Toe Taps

00:18
Double Toe Taps

00:14
Tic Toc

00:18
Chest Lift

00:18
Chest Lift with Rotation

00:17
Chest Lift with Table Top

00:17
Bridging

00:21
Sacrum Balance

00:15
Clamshells

00:09
Angled Clamshells

00:14
Bent Knee Leg Lift

00:15
Parallel Straight Leg Lift

00:11
Inner Thigh Leg Lift

00:11
Side Lying Leg Lift

00:12
Cat/Cow

00:13
Quadruped/Four Point Kneeling

00:16
Quadruped With Contraction

00:11
Knee Stretch

00:08
Single Leg Knee Stretch

00:08

Module 2: Mat repertoire – Part 1

Hundred Prep

00:16
Hundred

00:16
Single Leg Stretch

00:19
Double Leg Stretch

00:15
Criss Cross

00:19
One Leg Circle

00:15
Single Straight Leg Stretch/Scissors/Hamstring Pull

00:22
Double Leg Lift

00:19
Half Roll Up

00:16
Half Roll Down

00:22
Roll Up

00:34
Neck Pull

00:33
Shoulder Bridge

00:21
Scissors

00:19
Bicycle

00:15
Spine Stretch

00:14
Spine Twist

00:15
Saw

00:19
Backwards Saw

00:19
Rolling Like a Ball

00:16
Seal

00:13
Crab

00:17
Open Leg Rocker/Rocker with Open Legs

00:14

Module 2: Mat repertoire – Part 2

Hip Circle/Hip Twist

00:18
Leg Pull Back

00:12
Boomerang

00:26
Side Lying Kicks

00:18
Side Lying Leg Circles

00:12
Teaser Prep

00:12
Teaser

00:16
Teaser 2

00:11
Teaser 3

00:16
Corkscrew

00:37
Jackknife

00:21
Roll Over

00:28
Control Balance

00:13

Module 2: Mat repertoire – Part 3

Swan Prep

00:13
Swan

00:24
Swan Dive

00:14
Swimming

00:14
Single Leg Kick

00:13
Double Leg Kick

00:23
Rocking On Stomach

00:12
Plank

00:08
Plank Knee Stretch

00:12
Leg Pull Front

00:12
Side Plank

00:10
Push Up

00:10
Kneeling side kick

00:17
Side Bend

00:13
Side Bend Twist

00:13
Mermaid

00:13

Module 2: Mat Repertoire Anatomy & Modifications

Anatomical Analysis – Supine Exercises

27:32
Anatomical Analysis – Prone Exercises

27:37
Anatomical Analysis – Side-Lying Work

28:09
Anatomical Analysis – Seated and Kneeling Exercises

29:02
Pelvic Floor Integration in Mat Work

26:32
Scapular Stability in Mat Exercises

25:38
Hip Mechanics in Leg Exercises

25:13
Common Alignment Issues and Corrections
Principles of Exercise Regression

17:12

Module 2: Mat – Part 3 – Props & Small Equipment

Module 3: Teaching Methodology – Teaching Skills

The Art of Verbal Cueing – Language, Timing & Rhythm

24:24
Cueing for Different Learning Styles & Imagery Mastery

20:57
Voice, Breath Cueing & Instructor Presence

22:25
Visual Demonstration Techniques & Strategies

21:11
Foundations of Tactile Cueing – Consent, Boundaries & Technique

24:20
Hands-On Corrections for Core, Spine & Alignment

22:03
Developing the Instructor’s Eye – Observation Fundamentals

18:59
Postural & Movement Assessment for Mat Clients

17:39
Error Detection, Prioritization & Correction Strategies

26:22
Effective Feedback – Motivation, Reinforcement & Delivery

26:43
Mat Class Design – Structure, Arc & Programming

28:20
Warm-Up, Cool-Down & Theming Strategies

29:09
Group Class Management – Energy, Space & Mixed Levels

25:53
Teaching with Props (Circle, Bands, Balls, Rollers)

25:03
Teaching Special Populations – Prenatal, Seniors & Injuries
Teaching Athletes & High-Performance Clients

26:21
Private & Semi-Private Mat Session Design

24:53
Virtual Teaching – Adapting for Online Platforms

24:53

Module 3: Teaching Methodology – Professional Standards & Ethics

Module 3: Teaching Methodology – Special Populations

Teaching Healthy Adult Populations – Part 1

25:22
Teaching Healthy Adult Populations – Part 2

06:51
Basic Modifications for Common Conditions – Part 1

23:57
Basic Modifications for Common Conditions – Part 2

10:34
Pregnancy & Postpartum Considerations – Part 1

21:56
Pregnancy & Postpartum Considerations – Part 2

11:03
Age-Appropriate Adaptations

26:49
Working with Injuries & Limitations
Creating Safe Spaces for All Bodies

24:02

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Course Content

Introduction

Opening & Welcome

Introduction

How to Navigate the Course

Tools You’ll Need for Training

How to Get the Most Out of Your Self-Paced Learning

Understanding the Role of a Pilates Instructor

Understanding the Role of a Reformer Pilates

Learning Structure & Assessment Process

Inspiration & Motivation – Closing the Introduction

Tips for Success in the Course

Course Manual

Module 1: Part 1 – Applied Anatomy & Physiology

Human Anatomy Fundamentals for Movement – Part 1

Human Anatomy Fundamentals for Movement – Part 2

Muscular System & Movement Mechanics – Part 1

Muscular System & Movement Mechanics – Part 2

Core Anatomy & Deep Stabilization – Part 1

Core Anatomy & Deep Stabilization – Part 2

Spinal Anatomy & Function – Part 1

Spinal Anatomy & Function – Part 2

Breathing Mechanics – Part 1

Breathing Mechanics – Part 2

Postural Analysis & Common Dysfunctions – Part 1

Postural Analysis & Common Dysfunctions – Part 2

Applied Anatomy for Pilates – Part 1

Applied Anatomy for Pilates – Part 2

Applied Anatomy for Pilates – Part 3

Applied Anatomy for Pilates – Part 4

Module 1: Part 2 – Kinesiology & Movement Analysis

Planes of Movement & Joint Actions – Part 1

Planes of Movement & Joint Actions – Part 2

Movement Analysis & Assessment

Postural Assessment Fundamentals

Basic Biomechanics for Safe Movement

Module 1: Foundations & Movement Sciences

Neuromuscular Control & Motor Learning

Advanced Core Biomechanics

Equipment-Specific Biomechanics

Movement Dysfunction Patterns

Advanced Musculoskeletal Anatomy

Clinical Applications of Pilates

Pain Science & Movement

Complex Movement Analysis

Advanced Modification Strategies

Module 1: Part 3 – History & Pilates Principles

Joseph & Clara Pilates – Life & Philosophy – Part 1

Joseph & Clara Pilates – Life & Philosophy – Part 2

Joseph & Clara Pilates – Life & Philosophy – Part 3

The Six Pilates Principles – Part 1 – Concentration, Control, Centering

The Six Pilates Principles – Part 2 – Concentration, Control, Centering

The Six Pilates Principles – Part 3 – Concentration, Control, Centering

The Six Pilates Principles – Part 1 – Precision, Breath, Flow

The Six Pilates Principles – Part 2 – Precision, Breath, Flow

The Six Pilates Principles – Summary

Evolution & Modern Applications – Part 1

Evolution & Modern Applications – Part 2

Development of Classical Repertoire

Module 2: Part 1 – Teaching Applications

Pilates Exercise Categories & Classical Sequencing – Part 1

Pilates Exercise Categories & Classical Sequencing – Part 2

Exercise Modification Strategies

Progression & Regression Principles

Alignment Principles & Cueing – Part 1

Alignment Principles & Cueing – Part 2

Breathing Integration with Movement

Common Errors & Correction Techniques

Safety Considerations & Contraindications

Exercise Flow & Transitions

Module 2: Pre-Pilates Exercises

Pre-Pilates Exercises: Foundation Movements

Essential Body Positions for Movement and Exercise

Imprint vs. Neutral Spine

Pelvic Curl

Pelvic Clock

Lateral Breathing Supine

Lateral and Diaphragmatic Breathing

Breathing Kneeling

Spinal Forward Flexion