Learn how to recognize, improve and teach fundamental movement patterns with the Movement Principles, the foundation of the Balanced Body instructor training system. This course is designed for both new and experienced instructors to refine their understanding of the body in motion.

Mat I forms the foundation of the Pilates method. This course includes an introduction to the history and principles of the Pilates method and beginning and intermediate level exercises, including an introduction to program design, teaching private sessions and group classes.

Mat 2 teaches the remaining intermediate and advanced level Mat exercises including progressive skill development to achieve the advanced exercises, programming for intermediate and advanced classes and creating successful multi-level Mat programming.

Mat 3 adds rings, rollers, bands and balls to the traditional Mat exercises, and includes functional exercises for the upper and lower body expanding the Mat work beyond the core to develop whole body strength and flexibility.

Reformer 1 introduces the center piece of the Pilates equipment studio and invaluable training tool, the Universal Reformer, and how to safely use it for a wide variety of supine, seated and standing exercises for the beginning to intermediate student.

Reformer 2 expands the repertoire with intermediate and advanced exercises and modifications for special populations including pre-and postnatal clients, clients with osteoporosis and lower back injuries. Class design, dynamic assessment and correcting common dysfunctional movement patterns are also included. 

Reformer 3 is the pinnacle of the Reformer work and includes advanced and super advanced exercises to challenge clients to achieve their best. Progressive sequences designed to teach students advanced movement skills are included as well as practical systems to help you create successful classes for clients at any level.

Apparatus 1 includes beginning and intermediate level exercises on the Trapeze Table/Tower, Chair and Barrels along with safety, set up and their role in the Pilates studio environment. Each piece of equipment provides a unique training environment to create a well-rounded experience for a client or class.

Apparatus 2 includes intermediate exercises on the Trapeze Table, Chair and Barrels as well as information on class design in the Pilates Studio environment. Information on working with special populations including lower back and shoulder problems included.

Apparatus 3 completes the comprehensive Pilates teacher training program with intermediate, advanced, and super advanced exercises on the Trapeze Table, Chair and Barrels. The Balanced Body Movement Principles programming system is applied to the apparatus to create clear guidelines for class design.

The chair is great for doing strengthening work with athletic clients, and as an addition to group programming. Includes exercises and variations for the original Wunda chair, the EXO chair and the split pedal Combo Chair. This course includes exercises and programming for both personal training sessions and classes.

Includes exercises and variations for the Pilates Arc, the Step Barrel and Ladder Barrel, all excellent tools for enhancing spinal mobility and core strength. The Ladder Barrel is most commonly used in a studio setting while the Pilates Arc or Step Barrel is a great addition to group classes.

A favorite of many instructor trainees! This course provides a thorough introduction to the Pilates Trapeze Table, Tower and Cadillac exercises as well as applications for beginning, post-rehabilitation and advanced clients.

Build the body from the inside out using clay and Balanced Body’s own specially designed skeleton, and imprint the body’s design deeply into your mind and body. Learn the structure and function of bones, joints, muscles, tendons and ligaments as well as the origin, insertion and action of the major muscles of movement from the knees through the shoulders.

CoreAlign® 1: Foundations, is the heart of the CoreAlign® training program. The course includes the theoretical basis of the CoreAlign® method along with 60+ essential exercises to illustrate the full potential of the CoreAlign® for functional training, athletic conditioning, and more. Specific exercise tracks focus on trunk integration, upper body strength and balance, lower body strength and power, gait and dynamic flexibility.

CoreAlign® 2 builds on the foundations of CoreAlign® 1 to address a range of training goals from core stabilization to creating integrated rotation for throwing sports, training options using rotator discs, variable directions of resistance and moments of suspension, exercises to challenge balance, coordination and complex movement patterns to prepare clients for anything life throws their way. Provides an excellent platform for improving functional movement patterns for clients at any level of ability from physical therapy patients to professional athletes.