Matwork Stage One Intensive Course August 2017

This is the foundation of our training. Whether you are a group exercise instructor, personal trainer or looking to change careers, this is our entry level training. With this format you have tutor time and take personal responsibility to practice before , during and after Tutor Face to Face time. There is a recommended period of at least 4 weeks teaching practice before your final assessment with a suggestion of 5-7 hours teaching practice per week.

Recommended 60 hours practice time – this covers self practice, home study, paperwork completion and practice teaching and is completed before, during and after the tutor attended days. 

Tutors: Michael King & Malcolm Muirhead

Course Includes:

• Movement essence and exercise goals.
• Muscular initiation and sequencing.
• Breakdown of fundamental repertoire to beginner and mixed ability movement levels.
• Teaching skills : looking for proper execution of the exercises.
• Class design, exercise variations and modifications.
• Review of moves and Pilates specific cueing issues.
• Preparation and closing phases, movement transitions.
• Effective communication, verbal cueing and effective imagery.
• Workbook requirements documenting understanding of Health and Safety / Emergency issues and understanding of the group education dynamic. General and Pilates specific anatomy knowledge assessment.
• General review of paperwork / workbook requirements.
• Practice teaching with feedback.
• Mock assessment of 2-3 moves for practical preparation (mobility and strength).
• Multiple choice theory paper.

Note: Certificate verified for 2 years (unless enrolled on Diploma Course) with a requirement for ongoing education to maintain verification with 14 hours Teacher Development Hours each 2 years