The Circle Pilates Teacher Training Program prepares students to teach the original, classical, method of Pilates exactly as it was created by Joseph Pilates himself. Program director Shareen Woodford is a second generation teacher, having learned the method in its entirety from Jay Grimes, a first generation teacher who learned directly from Joseph Pilates. Graduates of the 600 hour full comprehensive program will become third generation classical Pilates teachers, with direct lineage from Joseph Pilates.
This course takes place in person in our midtown Toronto Pilates studio full of dynamic, vibrant and supportive teachers with loyal, fun and hardworking clients and is fully equipped with Classical equipment from Contrology, Legacy Apparatus, and Gratz.
This course is suitable for those with a strong existing Pilates practice. You may be taking this course because you wish to start a new and rewarding full time or part time career as a Pilates teacher, you may simply be passionate about going deeper into the Pilates method for your own knowledge, or you may have a previous contemporary Pilates certification and would now like to learn the Classical method. Those interested in applying should do everything possible to become very familiar with the method in their own body before the beginning of the course. This course is appropriate for highly motivated, self-directed people with strong communication skills who are excited to learn more and be committed to representing the Classical Pilates method in a professional manner.
Mat, Barrels & Small Apparatus
Reformer & Pedi-Pole
Cadillac, Chairs and Guillotine
Students can choose to take only the first module, or only the first two, or all three. Students must complete the previous module(s) in order to take the next.
In person workshops at the studio.
Private lessons (included in course fee).
Online group meetings.
Readings and homework.
Self practice (trainees will be permitted unlimited self practice hours in the studio as well as permission to participate in 3 studio group classes per week for the duration of the course).
Observation.
Practice teaching (including observation by, and constructive feedback from, faculty).
Written and practical exams.
*Exact breakdown of hours for each module
as well as specific program schedule
available upon request.
Understand the who/what/when/where/why/how of the Pilates method including philosophy, history and purpose of the method.
Students will learn to understand the Pilates Method in their own body.
Breakdown of each exercise in the method including technique, purpose, pace.
Learn the proper order and progression of exercises in the repertoire on each piece of equipment.
Understand which exercises are appropriate for each client.
Learn how to program and conduct group classes and private sessions.
Introduction to a foundation in human anatomy and physiology as it relates to Pilates.
Learn modifications for specific body types, specific populations and for those with injuries and postural issues.
Learn effective verbal and hands on cueing to correct and enhance clients’ movement.
Learn effective observational skills and how to analyze what is observed.
Understand all safety protocols on all equipment to keep both the students and the teacher safe.
Students will learn how to manage and master the business of teaching Pilates.
Mat, Barrels & Small Apparatus
140 hours
January 2025
Friday 530-830pm
Saturday & Sunday 130-6pm
January 10, 11, 12
January 24, 25, 26
Plus additional hours on your own timing
Reformer & Pedi-Pole
225 hours
February -March 2025
Fridays 530-830pm
Saturdays & Sundays 2-6pm
February 22, 23, 24
March 7, 8
March 23
March 28, 29
Plus additional hours on your own time
Cadillac, Chairs and Guillotine
235 hours
April-May 2025
Fridays 530-830pm
Saturday & Sundays 2-6pm
April 11, 12
April 26, 27
May 10, 11
May 24, 25
Plus additional hours on your own time
All three modules, paid in entirety at beginning of course.
Early bird prices will be available for each module and for the comprehensive program. Please contact us for more details.
An initial non-refundable deposit will be required upon acceptance to program.
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