Teacher Training

BALANCED BODY TEACHER TRAINING

Balanced Body Teacher Training

Mat three Jan 16-17
Reformer One January 24-25
Mat One January 31-Feb
Reformer Two Feb 28- Mar 1
Mat Two March 6-7
Reformer Three March 21-22

First step in the Balanced Body Pilates Mat Certification.
Covers Pilates history & principles, beginner–intermediate mat repertoire, anatomy basics, and teaching tools.
You’ll learn 30+ core mat exercises (Hundred, Roll Up, Single/Double Leg Stretch, Spine Stretch, etc.) with modifications for all levels.
Focus on class design, cueing, and safe progressions.
6-hour course, plus practice, observation, and student teaching hours.
Prepares you to teach foundational mat classes and move on to Mat 2 & Mat 3 for full certification.

Second module in the Balanced Body Mat Certification.
Focuses on intermediate to advanced repertoire building on Mat 1.
Adds more challenging exercises (Teaser, Corkscrew, Swan Dive, Jackknife, Side Kick Series, etc.).
Teaches progressions & regressions so you can work with multi-level clients.
Covers programming skills: how to design creative, safe, and progressive mat classes.
Emphasis on advanced cueing, rhythm, flow, and precision.
16-hour course + practice, observation, and teaching requirements.

Final module in the Balanced Body Mat Certification.
Focuses on advanced mat repertoire plus creative variations using props (ring, band, ball, roller, etc.).
Explores how props add challenge or support and keep classes fresh.
Covers functional movement applications—linking Pilates to real-life movement.
Uses the Balanced Body Programming System for class design, flow, and multi-level teaching.
Develops mastery in cueing, sequencing, and progression to prepare you for diverse clients.
16-hour course, plus practice, observation, and teaching requirements.

First module in the Balanced Body Reformer training pathway.
Covers Pilates history and the underlying movement principles.
Introduces beginner and some intermediate reformer repertoire including: Footwork, Hundred, Coordination, Stomach Massage, Short Box, Elephant, Knee Stretches, etc.
Focus on safety, setup, equipment use, and proper alignment.
Emphasizes teaching private clients: correct cueing, spotting, and modifications for common issues (low back, hip, knee, shoulder, pregnancy).
Builds a solid foundation before layering in more advanced programming in Reformer 2 & 3.
16-hour course + required personal practice, observation, and student teaching hours.

Second module in the Balanced Body Reformer pathway.
Focuses on intermediate and early advanced reformer repertoire, building directly on Reformer 1.
Key exercises include: Long Box Series (Pulling Straps, T, Backstroke, Teaser), Long Stretch Series, Semi-Circle, Corkscrew, Short Spine, Snake/Twist, and more.
Emphasis on progressions and regressions — how to safely move a client from beginner to more challenging work.
16-hour course, plus required practice, observation, and student teaching hours

Final module in the Balanced Body Reformer training pathway.
Focuses on the advanced reformer repertoire and integration of the full Pilates method.
Key advanced exercises include: Control Balance, Star, Snake/Twist variations, Balance Control Front/Back, Russian Splits, Advanced Rowing, High Bridge, and other challenging sequences.
Strong emphasis on:
Refining cueing and precision for advanced work.
Prepares you for the final written and practical exam to certify as a Balanced Body Reformer Instructor.
16-hour course, plus additional practice, observation, and student teaching hours.