On this face to face course you will be guided through the fundamentals and principles of the 34 exercises, including how to modify, adapt and progress the exercises to suit the needs of your participants. This qualification has been created with your success in mind. So, whether you have designs on becoming a Pilates teacher, developing your own brand, or even branching out to instruct at retreats worldwide, you’ll be able to do so once qualified.

This qualification is aimed at learners who wish to work in an unsupervised capacity; planning, instructing and evaluating a safe and effective Pilates session.

This qualification is fully mapped to The Chartered Institute for the Management of Sports and Physical Activity (CIMSPA) professional standards for a Core Group Exercise Instructor, and is worth 10 CIMSPA CPD Points.

Learners need to be 16 or above to complete this qualification. There are no formal entry requirements for this Pilates instructor course. However, if you have a fitness instructor or personal trainer qualification, you will be at a slight advantage.

We do however insist that you have prior experience of performing Pilates exercises or attending classes regularly. This will enable you to get the best
possible head start.

• Anatomy and physiology for exercise and health The skeletal and muscular system
  The nervous system
  The cardiovascular & respiratory system
  Bioenergetics
  The Endocrine system
  Adaptations & responses to fitness training

• Principles and fundamentals of Pilates Pilates & posture
  History & origins of Pilates
  Schools of Pilates
  Breathing techniques and Pilates
  Benefits of Pilates
  Contraindications to Pilates

• Planning Pilates sessions Selecting Pilates exercises
  Pilates exercise variables
  Adapting & progressing Pilates exercises
  Equipment & props
  Effective lesson planning
  Progressive Pilates programming• Teaching Pilates sessions
  Communication skills & Pilates
  Approaches to teaching Pilates
  Motivation & encouragement
  Kinaesthetic coaching
  Correcting exercise technique
  Evaluating a Pilates session

• Information gathering Health screenings
  Medical referrals
  Informed consent
  Cardiovascular risk profile
  Medical clearance profile
  Confidentiality agreements

The YMCA Awards Level 3 Diploma in Teaching Pilates (Practitioner) is assessed through a combination of internal and external assessment:

• Learner Assessment Record
• Assessment Workbook
• Multiple Choice Theory paper (external)
• Practical examination
• Portfolio of evidence

On enrolment, we’ll supply you with all the materials and resources you need. You’ll get digital training manuals, interactive eLearning, and an extensive range of practical and theory online videos guiding you through all the essential content as part of your online element.

As mentioned above, before attending the Level 3 Pilates Diploma Course it is strongly recommended that you attend Pilates classes and be familiar with the exercises. This course requires physical exertion and individual participation is essential; therefore, a degree of physical fitness is necessary.

Things to bear in mind:

• You will have to do homework and preparation before the course begins.
• Attendance of all live FACE TO FACE days is compulsory.
• You are required to sit an exam during the course to gain your certification and delivery a 45 minutes class as part of your assessment.

This Pilates Diploma is delivered in a blended format combining home study with 5 days (delivered over the weekends) of face-to-face training at our studio in The Hague, plus one day for assessment. This blended learning course is perfect for anyone who enjoys learning practically and who enjoys interactions with others. With our face to-face courses, you will get lots of up close and direct contact with your course tutor(s) and your fellow students. Throughout the 5-days of training, there are a combination of theory and practical workshops that will help you learn everything you need to become a Pilates Teacher. The content is delivered in a friendly, informal and fun manner with an experienced tutor.

On completion of this Course, you’ll be eligible to deliver Pilates classes in any environment suitable for exercise. Pilates is a very popular choice and there is a high demand for Pilates Teachers. Whether you want to set up your own classes in a village hall, dance studio or even outdoors, you’ll be qualified. Alternatively, if you want to work in a health club environment, you’ll also be eligible.

Learners may choose further same-level qualifications, for example:

• Level 3 Diploma in Teaching Yoga (Practitioner)
• Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training and Instruction.
• Specialist Pilates courses including antenatal and postnatal Pilates, large and small apparatus
• Little Peoples Pilates (Pre-requisite Level 3 Pilates)

EARNING POTENTIAL 

Pilates Teachers can expect to earn between 30-45 euros per class at a Fitness Club internationally.  Alternatively finding a space and setting up your own mat based classes you can double this income, depending on the size of the room you hire, the number of people in your class, and how much you charge.

With this qualification you will also be eligible to attend further pilates trainings that you can bolt on so that you can offer  a range of pilates niche courses that offer a specific specialism such as LPP (above),  working with older adults, or pre and postnatal courses as an example.  The options are really varied and offer further income streams.