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Course Content

Introduction

Opening & Welcome

01:50
Introduction

01:09
How to Navigate the Course

02:16
Tools You’ll Need for Training

02:25
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 Manuals

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

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

27:36
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 2: The Reformer

Module 2: Reformer Repertoire – Part 1

Foot Work: Parallel Heels

00:14
Foot Work: Parallel Toes

00:12
Foot work: 1st Position/Pilates V – Toes

00:24
Foot Work: 1st Position/Pilates V – Heels

00:15
Foot Work: 2nd Position – Toes

00:13
Foot Work: 2nd Position – Heels

00:13
Foot Work: Parallel Arches/Prehensile

00:17
Foot Work: Tendon Stretch/Prehensile

00:15
Bridge

00:27
Pelvic Lift

00:25
Semi-Circle

00:38
Foot Work: Single Leg – Heels

00:12
Foot Work: Single Leg – Toes

00:14
Supine: Hundred Prep/Chest Lift

00:21
Supine: Hundred

00:20
Supine: Coordination

00:19
Supine: Triceps

00:20
Supine: Triceps with Chest Lift

00:18
Supine: Arm Adduction

00:11
Supine: Arm Circles

00:12
Feet in Streps: Leg Levers – Parallel

00:17
Feet in Streps: Leg Levers – External Rotation

00:12
Feet in Streps: Frog

00:17
Feet in Streps: Extended Frog

00:14
Feet in Streps: Openings

00:14
Feet in Straps: Leg Circles

00:14
Short Spine Massage

00:42
Long Spine Massage

00:49
Feet in Straps: Side Lying Leg Press

00:13
Feet in Straps: Side Lying Hip Circles

00:14
Feet in Straps: Leg Extension

00:16

Module 2: Reformer Repertoire – Part 2

Chest Expansion Kneeling

00:39
Thigh Stretch

00:20
Rowing Series: Into the Sternum

00:17
Rowing Series: 90 Degrees

00:15
Rowing Series: From the Chest

00:21
Rowing Series: From the Hips

00:16
Arm Work: Biceps

00:14
Arm Work: Rhomboids

00:12
Arm Work: Criss Cross

00:12
Arm Work: Arm Press

00:11
Arm Work: Single Arm Press/Boxing

00:17
Arm Work: Serve A Platter

00:20
Arm Work: Shave into Salute

00:12
Arm Work: Hug A Tree

00:10
Kneeling Side Arms 1

00:15
Kneeling Side Arms 2

00:19
Kneeling Side Arms 3

00:15

Module 2: Reformer Repertoire – Part 3

Short Box Series: Round Back/Stomach Control

00:13
Short Box Series: Flat Back

00:19
Short Box Series: Twist

00:24
Short Box Series: Climb A Tree
Short Box Series: Side Overs

00:18
Long Box Series: Swan Prep

00:17
Long Box Series: Swan

00:24
Long Box Series: Pulling Straps Prone

00:17
Long Box Series: Pulling Straps T

00:12
Long Box Series: Triceps Press Prone

00:11
Long Box Series: Chest Expansion

00:09
Long Box Series: Backstroke

00:14
Long Box Series: Teaser

00:26
Long Box Series: Breaststroke

00:16
Long Box Series: Horseback

00:15
Long Box series: Rocking
Long Box series: Grasshopper

00:30

Module 2: Reformer Repertoire – Part 4

Down Stretch

00:21
Long Stretch

00:15
Up Stretch

00:23
Elephant
Arabesque

00:19
Long Back Stretch

00:21
Stomach Massage: Round Back

00:23
Stomach Massage: Flat Back

00:16
Stomach Massage: Twist

00:16
Tendon Stretch

00:22
Side Stretch/Cleopatra

00:14
Mermaid

00:20
Mermaid with Twist

00:23
Snake/Twist

00:18
Knee Stretch Series – Round Back

00:25
Knee Stretch Series – Arched Back

00:16
Knee Stretch Series – Knees Off

00:16
Control Front

00:19
Control Front with Leg Lift

00:20
Control Back

00:15
Control Back with Leg Lift

00:18
Side Support

00:18
Star

00:13

Module 2: Reformer Repertoire – Part 5

Module 2: Reformer Repertoire Anatomy

Cadillac/Tower

Cadillac/Tower – Push Thru Bar

Single Leg Footwork – Toes

00:17
Double Leg Footwork – Parallel

00:22
Double Leg Footwork – External Rotation

00:18
Calf Raises

00:11
Prances

00:12
Push Thru Bar – Monkey

00:20
Push Thru Bar – Tower

00:23
Push Thru Bar – Hip Opener

00:21
Push Thru Bar – Cat

00:22
Push Thru Bar – Swan

00:19
Push Thru Bar – Push Thru

00:18
Push Thru Bar – Reverse Push Thru

00:17
Push Thru Bar – Sit Up

00:28
Push Thru Bar – Teaser

00:32
Push Thru Bar – Seated Mermaid

00:18
Push Thru Bar – Parakeet

00:00

Cadillac/Tower – Rolldown Bar

Cadillac/Tower – Arm Springs

Arm Springs – Kneeling Salute

00:12
Arm Springs – Kneeling Hug A Tree

00:13
Arm Springs Standing – Upper Arm Control/Facing In (Vertical)

00:16
Arm Circles Facing In (Vertical)
Arm Springs Standing – Facing Out (Diagonal)

00:22
Arm Springs Standing – Punching

00:18
Arm Springs Standing – Salute

00:17
Arm Springs Standing – Hug A Tree

00:15
Arm Springs – Hundred

00:18
Arm Springs – Supine Circles

00:23
Arm Springs – Prone Circles
Arm Springs – Flying Eagle

00:13
Rowing Back – Round Back

00:25
Rowing Back – Flat Back

00:29
Rowing Front – Sitting Tall

00:17
Rowing Front – Bending Down

Cadillac/Tower – Leg Springs

Leg Springs – Bicycle

00:17
Leg Springs – Walking

00:18
Leg Springs – Scissors

00:15
Leg Springs – Frog

00:14
Leg Springs – Circles

00:17
Leg Springs in the Air – Advanced Walking/Magician
Leg Springs in the Air – Airplane

00:22
Side Leg Springs – Circles

00:26
Side Leg Springs – Bicycle

00:28

The Chair

Module 2: Pilates Chair Exercises – Part 1

Parallel Toes

00:18
Parallel Heels

00:18
Single Leg Pumps – Heels

00:18
Horseback

00:19
Tendon Stretch

00:17
Tendon Stretch 1 Leg Back

00:17
Triceps Press Sit

00:12
Push Down/Hamstring 1

00:21
Triceps Press – Prone

00:15
Swan

00:21
Reverse Swan/Torso Press Sit

00:15
Mermaid Seated

00:15
Teaser on Floor

00:18
Piano Lesson/Plié Front

00:20
Piano Lesson/Plié Back

00:19
Mermaid Kneeling

00:14
Push Up Top

00:13
Push Down One Arm Side

00:15
Push Up Bottom

00:21
Side Arm Twist

00:21
Side Overs

00:23
Sideward Step Down

00:19
Running

00:18
Cat

00:17

Module 2: Pilates Chair Exercises – Part 2

Jackknife

00:26
Flying Eagle

00:24
Frog Lying Flat

00:14
Single Leg Pump – Lying Flat

00:13
Side-lying Scissors

00:12
Pike/Handstand

00:11
Leg Press Down – Front

00:13
Washer Woman Over the Chair/Hamstring 2

00:16
Washer Woman Over the Chair – One Arm

00:12
Going Up Front/Straight Stand/Arabesque

00:31
Going Up Side/Side Lunge/Side Stand

00:13
Side Body Twist

00:16
Pull Up/Pike

00:17
Pull Up One Arm

00:16
Side Pull Up/Side Leg Extension

00:17
Spine Stretch Forward/Sitting Arm Push Down

00:17
Frog Front

00:16
Frog Back

00:17
Standing Leg Pump Front

00:18
Standing Leg Pump Side

00:13
Standing Leg Pump Crossover

00:14
Achilles Stretch

00:10
Backward Facing Dips

00:11
Forward Facing Dips

00:17

Spine Corrector

Module 2: Spine Corrector Exercises – Part 1

Breathing

00:34
Reach Back

00:24
Back Arch & Bridge

00:33
High Bridge

00:33
Balance

00:34
Teaser Prep 1

00:29
Teaser Prep 2

00:28
Teaser

00:19
Hip Circles

00:19
Roll Over

00:40
Scissors

00:26
Walking

00:26

Module 2: Spine Corrector Exercises – Part 2

Bicycle

00:27
Leg Circles

00:32
Helicopter

00:32
Shoulder Bridge

00:38
Rolling In & Out

00:36
Corkscrew

00:43
Swan Dive

00:27
Frog

00:13
Grasshopper

00:40
Swimming

00:32
Rocking

00:23
Teaser (Facing Arc)

00:16

Ladder Barrel

Module 2: Ladder Barrel Exercises – Part 1

Swan Dive

00:13
Swimming

00:12
Grasshopper

00:15
Side Sit-Ups

00:22
Round Back

00:15
Flat Back

00:18
Twist

00:16
Climb A Tree

00:25
Horseback

00:00
Scissors

00:15
Walking

00:13
Bicycle

00:12
Helicopter

00:22
Handstand

00:18
Backbend

00:20
Upper Back Lifts

00:21
Back Extension/Swan Prep

00:20
Swan

00:25
Heel Beats

00:12

Module 2: Ladder Barrel Exercises – Part 2

Leg Circles Prone

00:12
Grasshopper Beats

00:18
Abdominal Curls

00:19
Abdominal Curls with Twist

00:15
Around the World

00:14
Full Back Stretch

00:19
Double Leg Lowers

00:13
Small Circles Supine

00:13
Pelvic Roll Up

00:15
Pelvic Roll Up – Single Leg

00:15
Inverted Swan

00:15
Side Over

00:16
Hamstring Stretch

00:13
Hamstring Stretch with Twist

00:14
Adductor Stretch

00:12
Gluteal Stretch

00:14
Quadricep Stretch

00:12
Hip Flexor Stretch

00:13
Side Stretch

00:16

Module 3: Teaching Methodology – Reformer – Class planning & structure

Module 3: Teaching Methodology – Teaching Skills

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

Module 4: Hybrid Practice Experience

Module 5: Online Evaluations

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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 Manuals

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

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

Spinal Extension