Pilates Associates
Pilates Teacher Training
Assessment & Certification Options

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Prerequisites

Pilates Associates upholds high standards for all prospective instructors. We understand you may have developed a passion for the work with very little experience under your belt, and for this reason we try not to discourage anyone from the program. However, our training is rigorous both mentally and physically and we expect candidates to meet certain benchmarks before begining coursework. We absolutely require a minimum of 25 hours of Pilates experience before participation in any course other than ABP (Anatomy , Biomechanics & Posture) is granted. This experience may have been gained on your own, or you may choose to enroll in our pre-training program, which provides the necessary prerequisite experience at a highly discounted rate. (The pre-training rate is available only one time and only to students registered in Pilates Associates programs.)

Though the following preconditions are not required, they are highly recommended. If you do not meet these suggested qualification standards, plan extra time to study anatomy and additional hours of practical teaching before taking written and practical assessment exams.

  • College level anatomy
  • Personal Training/Group Fitness certification or 2 years of fitness instruction experience or healthcare degree/certification

 

Certification Requirements

Participation in ALL classroom instruction is required. Any missed hours of instruction may be made up, for an additional fee, at a ratio of 1 hour of private instruction for each two hours of missed classroom participation. Prior instructor consent is required.

Upon successful completion of coursework, participants have 6 months to log additional practical experience, observation and personal review as noted. Once these requisits have been met, written and practical exams may be scheduled directly with PA staff on an individual basis. A passing score of 80% or higher is necessary for issueance of a Pilates Associates Diploma. The PMA requires this compulsory documentation as proof of education before sitting for the National Pilates Certification Exam.

Testing consists of a written exam and practical presentation. Two hours are allowed for completion of the 100-question written exam and 1hr for the practical portion. In the event a passing score is not achieved at first attempt, a re-test may be sceduled for an additional fee, as soon as 4 weeks, but not more than 4 months, after the initial exam.

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Comprehensive
and Partial Certification Methods

PRE-TRAINING (PRE)

There is much to learn and perfect in the realm of Pilates. To start an intensive teacher training course with no background is not adviseable. We want you to be successful, and for this reason a minimum prerequisite of personal experience with the work is required. In order to serve those who have developed an immediate passion for Pilates, we have developed a pre-training series. The series consists of 10 private training session, 8 group mat classes and 7 group reformer classes for only $650 ($26/session). The series is available only one time and only to individuals registered in one of our teacher training programs.
COMPREHENSIVE TEACHER TRAINING (CTT)

CTT is a 1 year Instructor Training program consisting of education in the Mat, Reformer, Cadillac, Chair, & Barrel Repertoires in addition to comprehensive anatomy and post-rehabilitation. The complete training encompasses 700hrs of combined classroom, observation, and apprenticeship activity. (Candidates may take up to an additional 6 months to complete required practical, observation and personal review hours.) view complete documentation
MODULAR TEACHER TRAINING (MTT)

The MTT road to comprehensive certification is a 500-575hr program. It is designed specifically for healthcare professionals and Personal Trainers certified with an accredited organization, or certified fitness instructors with a minimum of 1 year teaching experience. Coursework is consistent with CTT, yet fewer hours required for Practical Experience, Personal Review, and Observation are based upon the assumption that students are already experienced educators. A 50% deposit is required in order to reserve a spot in any training module, with the balance due before the first day of class. view complete documentation
INTENSIVE BRIDGE PROGRAM (IBP)

Our 420hr Bridge Program is available to any individual who has begun instruction with another organization and wishes to complete their training with Pilates Associates. A Bridge is also available for individuals with comprehensive training elsewhere, who wish to enhance their practice by learning a more contemporary, scientifically-based method. In either of these cases, Pilates Associates provides training that ultimately results in competencey of the entire Pilates Associates method. Upon completion of the Bridge Program, certification candidates can be confident they have been well-prepared to sit for the PMA certification exam. view complete documentation

An entrance assessment is required for all Bridge participants. Results of this assment will be used to tailor a program to your specific needs. All bridge work is done 1-on-1 with an individual master trainer, but MTT modules may be audited for ½ price (in addition to any modular bridge fees).
MAT (MAO) or Mat & Reformer (MRO)

For individuals only interested in Mat or Mat & Reformer Certification, we offer modular training and Diplomas. Pilates Associates will administer exams and award passing scores with a Diploma; however it is important to note, there is not currently a professional certifying body for Pilates instructors with partial training. Though a Pilates Associates Diploma stands firmly in the industry as a thorough training in the field, the PMA does not currently recognize partial training when considering candidates for its national certification exam. view complete documentation
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