CoreAlign Instructor Training 2: Progressions

Introductory and Intermediate CoreAlign exercises The course includes CoreAlign method theory and 60+ foundation exercises to build functional movement skills. Areas of focus are trunk integration, upper body strength and balance, lower body strength, power, gait and dynamic flexibility. Progressions and regressions for all ability levels. Specific modifications and precautions for special populations. Equipment set up, maintenance and safety.

Anatomy for Movement Professionals

Understanding anatomy is essential for movement professionals. This virtual course will engage, enlighten, and satisfy your curiosity about human anatomy.

Learn the structure and function of bones, joints, muscles, tendons, and ligaments, and the origin, insertion, and action of the major muscles of movement. This virtual option is a great way to build a foundation to continue to learn.

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Anatomy in Three Dimensions

Build the body from the inside out with our innovative approach to learning Anatomy.

Understanding anatomy is essential for movement professionals and this multisensory learning experience is the perfect way to learn. This course will engage, enlighten, and satisfy your curiosity about human anatomy.

Learn the structure and function of bones, joints, muscles, tendons, and ligaments, and the origin, insertion, and action of the major muscles of movement, by building them yourself on our skeleton. This course covers the torso, hip, thigh, shoulders, upper arms, and spine. Includes full color manual with video support.

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Balanced Body Movement Principles

The Balanced Body Movement Principles form the foundation of Balanced Body Education. They include the most important information on anatomy, assessment, biomechanics, and foundational exercises needed to become a successful Pilates teacher, personal trainer, or movement educator. The course mixes information on how the body works with basic exercises to illustrate the information in movement. Broken down into five categories: Whole Body Movement, Trunk Integration, Lower Body Strength and Power, Upper Body Strength and Balance and Dynamic Flexibility, Rest and Relaxation, the Movement Principles provide a solid foundation for training in any environment. The focus on a practical understanding of common movement patterns prepares instructors to be excellent at problem-solving, goal-setting, and learning new exercise techniques with ease. The movement principles provide practical tools for observing, analyzing, and improving movement by gaining a deeper understanding of anatomy, kinesiology, biomechanics, and optimum movement patterns. Download the Balanced Body Catalog here:

Balanced Body Movement Principles

The Balanced Body Movement Principles form the foundation of Balanced Body Education. They include the most important information on anatomy, assessment, biomechanics, and foundational exercises needed to become a successful Pilates teacher, personal trainer, or movement educator. The course mixes information on how the body works with basic exercises to illustrate the information in movement. Broken down into five categories: Whole Body Movement, Trunk Integration, Lower Body Strength and Power, Upper Body Strength and Balance and Dynamic Flexibility, Rest and Relaxation, the Movement Principles provide a solid foundation for training in any environment. The focus on a practical understanding of common movement patterns prepares instructors to be excellent at problem-solving, goal-setting, and learning new exercise techniques with ease. The movement principles provide practical tools for observing, analyzing, and improving movement by gaining a deeper understanding of anatomy, kinesiology, biomechanics, and optimum movement patterns. Download the Balanced Body Catalog

Pilates Mat 1 Instructor Training

Mat I includes an introduction to the history and principles of Pilates, beginning and most intermediate level exercises with modifications, lectures on class order and programming in a group setting, and guidelines for teaching seniors, pre and post-natal classes. Download the Balanced Body Catalog

Pilates Mat 1 Instructor Training

Mat I includes an introduction to the history and principles of Pilates, beginning and most intermediate level exercises with modifications, lectures on class order and programming in a group setting, and guidelines for teaching seniors, pre and post-natal classes. Download the Balanced Body Catalog:

Pilates Mat 2 Instructor Training

Mat II includes the remaining intermediate and advanced level exercises as well as essential movement principles and training tips for advancing clients to the higher levels. Pilates for sports-specific activities is also covered. Download the Balanced Body Catalog

Pilates Mat 2 Instructor Training

Mat II includes the remaining intermediate and advanced level exercises as well as essential movement principles and training tips for advancing clients to the higher levels. Pilates for sports-specific activities is also covered. Download the Balanced Body Catalog

Pilates Mat 3: Enhanced Mat + Props

Mat 3 – Enhanced Pilates Mat completes the mat training by adding rings, rollers, bands, and balls to the traditional Mat exercises. In addition, Enhanced Mat includes functional exercises for the upper and lower body expanding the Mat work beyond the core to develop whole-body strength and flexibility. Enhanced Pilates Mat + Props Instructor Training course includes:
  • Detailed manual and instructor training video to support your learning process.
  • The Balanced Body Movement Principles to enhance your teaching skills and Balanced Body programming system to help you create classes quickly and easily. Photos of each exercise sequence to aid in class design.
  • Progressions, regressions, and modifications to make Pilates Mat useful for everyone.
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