This course is intended for those already working in the fields of fitness or movement, as well as those who are unable to devote the time required in our Comprehensive Program due to work and/or scheduling issues. Conducted over 13 days. Building on your industry knowledge it teaches you to design and lead the Level 1 Essential and Intermediate STOTT PILATES Matwork repertoire, for personal or group training settings for a range of clients. You will leave with a solid foundation and required skills to develop effective and motivating Pilates Matwork programs. This course is held via Zoom.
- The STOTT PILATES Five Basic Principles
-Essential, Intermediate, Power workouts
- Flex-Band, Fitness Circle and Arc Barrel variations
- Effective communication and observational skills
- Verbal cueing and imagery for performance enhancement and client motivation
- Theory and practice of postural analysis
- 63 exercises plus modifications for specific body types, postural issues and conditions
- How to incorporate resistance equipment to support and intensify exercises
- Exercise layering related to effective program design
- Workout composition for personal and group training
Requirements of certification- 40 hours of instruction and supervised teaching
- Minimum of 10 hours of observation
- Minimum of 30 hours of physical review
- Minimum of 15 hours of practice teaching
- Total: 95 hours
30 hours for 3.0 CECs
Mondays and Thursdays via Zoom
The classroom-style presentation utilizes visual aids and hands-on techniques providing students with a thorough review of anatomy basics which can be applied to all repertoire, as well as functional activities and movement.
Whether you’re preparing for certification or looking to enhance your current practice, this course is designed to strengthen your knowledge and support your growth as a student or professional.
The STOTT PILATES Anatomy & Exercise Fundamentals course gives you the tools to:
- Understand the connections between anatomy, fascia, biomechanics and movement
- Apply anatomy in real-world programming using case studies and small group learning
- Learn to design safe, effective programs that adapt to individual needs and group settings. Integrating STOTT PILATES Principles with modern movement science Functional anatomy is the foundation of every great instructor. This course ensures you not only learn the material but apply it with confidence and purpose.
Course Highlights
- Expanded content on fascia, motor control, and load management.
- A dynamic learning approach using case studies and problem-based learning (PBL) to connect theory to practice.
- Comprehensive student workbook with visuals, activities, and supplementary resources — included in digital format, with an optional printed copy available for purchase.
- Flexible delivery — available in person at Training Centers or online.
- Strongly recommended as a prerequisite for STOTT PILATES Intensive Reformer and Intensive Matwork Certification
Required text:
- NEW Anatomy & Exercise Fundamentals for Movement Professionals Manual-purchase through Bodycenter Studios
This class prepares you to teach a broad range of exercises, variations and modifications performed on the Reformer – the key piece of resistance equipment used in pilates exercise. This course teaches you how to combine Mat- and Reformer-based workouts for increased variety and intensity. Upon completion of this course you are able to further motivate group classes and customize personal training sessions for a range of clients. In addition to the general course objectives you learn:
- Effective use of resistance to enhance torso stability and peripheral extremity conditioning
- How to develop effective Reformer and combined Mat-and-Reformer programs for personal and group classes
- Essential, intermediate and power workouts
- Effective communication, visual skills verbal cuing and imagery for performance enhancement and client motivation
Prerequisites: Anatomy, prior pilates experience, and 3+ years teaching movement or fitness.
Course Duration: 50 hours instruction and supervised teaching, plus minimum, 10 hours observation, 40 hours physical review, 25 hours practice teaching. Conducted over three weeks or four weekends.
CECs : 5.0 ACE
Get centered with one of our most versatile and convenient small props. Developed by the Merrithew® team, this Flex-Band® workout promises to challenge peripheral strength, mobility and coordination, utilizing the Flex-Band as a constraint and as a guide and focus for movement. The programming draws from functional movements, as well as the STOTT PILATES repertoire, and is designed to complement workout programs at an Essential-Intermediate level. Experience unique ways to engage and load the neuro-myofascial system.
Required equipment: 2 Flex-bands
2 hours for .2 CECs
This workshop, developed by the Merrithew® team, uses the Twist Ball to highlight common athletic approaches and programming. The Twist Ball offers up a unique opportunity to incorporate load in both static and via swing and throwing actions that can enhance and stimulate the neuro-myofascial system. Use the Twist Ball to diversify programming, add load and to give direction and focus to movement. Workshop content is designed for healthy, conditioned participants who are eager and able to incorporate an athletic-style challenge into their Pilates practice.
Required equipment: Twist Ball from Merrithew.com
2 hours for .2 CECs