Absolutely. Balanced Body Education prides itself on teaching the full Pilates Reformer repertoire. While classic exercises are taught, they are presented with a contemporary understanding of movement science and biomechanics, tailored to individual client abilities. This approach allows you to apply the Reformer repertoire to the moving, dynamic body in front of you. Each course also teaches how to maximise the potential of each exercise, enabling you, as you progress through the curriculum, to design endlessly creative, safe and effective Reformer classes.
Career Courses
Group Reformer for Fitness Professionals
Group Reformer for Fitness Professionals
Why Balanced Body Education?
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Proven Pilates curriculum guided by movement science, rooted in the Pilates methodology, and adaptable to the needs of your members
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Global network of 400+ Educators and over 30,000 trained Pilates instructors within an unparalleled peer network
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Flexible modular system that gives students more time, options and learning opportunities
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Backed by the leading Pilates equipment manufacturer, with over 25 years of experience servicing commercial fitness accounts worldwide
Why Balanced Body Education for Group Reformer?
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Balanced Body Education platform, including learning resources, video exercise review, programming, cueing tips and digital manuals
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In-person experiential instruction exploring essential Pilates foundational exercises, exercise review, practice and instruction
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Three additional learning workshops taught either live online or on-demand, addressing the specific needs of your club
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Detailed, full-colour manuals, streaming videos, and equipment safety and maintenance guides
CONSISTS OF THREE COURSES
Course One
Movement Principles: The Essentials of Pilates
16 hours*
This experiential course introduces the essential building blocks of the Pilates methodology. Instructors gain awareness of their own movement patterns and biases and learn how to train movement to optimise the body in motion and set the stage for successful Pilates classes and sessions. Includes in-person and on-demand learning.
No prerequisites
*Hours 50% in-person and 50% on-demand.
Course Two
Reformer Level 1 for the Fitness Professional
16 hours
Reformer Level 1 explores the limitless movement potential of the Reformer and teaches instructors how to safely utilise the Reformer in group settings. It provides the why behind the how, empowering critical reasoning skills from the beginning of training. Students learn how to create dynamic group Reformer classes and how to cue beginner and intermediate Pilates Reformer exercises. This module also reviews common modifications required to address individual member needs.
Prerequisites
- Ongoing Mat and Reformer personal practice
- Pilates Mat for the Fitness Professional or a Mat Certification (preferred)
- Two to five years’ teaching experience as a group instructor, personal trainer or yoga instructor
Course Three
Reformer Level 2 for the Fitness Professional
16 hours
Reformer Level 2 builds on Reformer movement with intermediate and advanced exercises that are appropriate and safe for the group environment. This course includes progressions, regressions and additional common modifications. It also explores programming for specific populations, including pre- and postnatal clients and those with osteoporosis or lower back issues. Class design and dynamic assessment are also included.
Prerequisites
- Reformer Level 1 for the Fitness Professional
FAQs
With each Reformer course offering—Reformer Level 1 and Reformer Level 2—you may begin teaching as agreed with your club manager or champion and start working on the Reformer. You will not receive your in-club certification until all requirements have been completed and you have successfully tested out.
This is a specific certificate programme designed to meet the needs of your club or organisation. Upon successful completion of programme requirements, you will receive a Certificate of Completion from your club or organisation, powered by Balanced Body.
Yes. All coursework presented in the Pilates Reformer for the Fitness Professional programme maps directly to the internationally recognised Balanced Body Reformer Certification. All coursework completed will count towards the full certification; however, additional requirements must be completed to achieve full certification status.
Once you complete the Pilates Reformer for the Fitness Professional programme, you are close to completing your Pilates Reformer Certification. Additional requirements include the Reformer 3 in-person course (16 hours), an approved anatomy course (minimum of 12 hours), completion of additional hours—including 20 hours of personal practice, 10 hours of observation and 20 hours of teaching—and a final written and practical examination.