Pilates Mat Instructor Certificate of Specialization

Program Overview

This Pilates Mat Instructor Certificate of Specialization equips students with the knowledge and skills to teach group mat classes and personal training sessions. The program covers Pilates principles, anatomy, biomechanics, and teaching methodology, preparing students to design safe and effective Pilates programs for clients of varying abilities. Graduates can pursue careers as group Pilates instructors, mat Pilates personal trainers, or Pilates studio owners/managers in various settings, including fitness clubs, studios, and rehabilitation facilities.

Program Outline

Detailed Extraction of Pilates Mat Instructor Certificate of Specialization:

Degree Overview:

• Overview: Prepares students to teach group mat classes and mat personal training sessions.
• Objectives:
• Design original Pilates mat programs for students of various levels and abilities
• Plan and teach a safe and effective Pilates Mat class
• Description:
• This certificate program provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to become certified Pilates Mat instructors.
• The program covers all aspects of Pilates, including anatomy, biomechanics, exercise physiology, and teaching methodology.
• Students will also learn how to assess client needs and design safe and effective Pilates programs.

Outline:

• Program Content: Pilates Mat Instructor Training, Anatomy of Motion, and an additional elective course from the FITN 335 series (Pilates I-IV).
• Structure:
• Two required core courses (6 units) and one selective course (1 unit).
• The required courses provide the foundation for teaching Pilates, while the elective course allows students to specialize in a particular area of interest.
• Course Schedule: Not provided in the context.
• Modules:
• Pilates Mat Instructor Training (KINE 125):
This course covers the history, principles, and practice of Pilates. Students will learn basic Pilates exercises, how to modify exercises for different levels, and how to create safe and effective Pilates programs.
• Anatomy of Motion (KINE 300): This course provides students with a foundation in human anatomy and biomechanics.
Students will learn about the structure and function of the musculoskeletal system, and how to apply this knowledge to Pilates instruction.
• FITN 335.1-4 Pilates I-IV: These courses offer progressively more challenging Pilates exercises and teaching techniques.
Students will refine their understanding of Pilates principles and learn how to design and teach advanced Pilates programs.

Assessment:

• Assessment Methods:
• Written assignments
• Practical demonstrations
• Observation of teaching skills
• Assessment Criteria:
• Knowledge of Pilates principles and exercises
• Ability to design and teach safe and effective Pilates programs
• Ability to assess client needs and modify exercises accordingly

Teaching:

• Teaching Methods:
• Lecture
• Demonstration
• Hands-on practice
• Group discussion
• Faculty: Not provided in the context.
• Unique Approaches: Not provided in the context.

Careers:

• Potential Career Paths:
• Group Pilates instructor
• Mat Pilates personal trainer
• Pilates studio owner/manager
• Fitness instructor in a gym or fitness center
• Pilates instructor in a rehabilitation setting
• Career Opportunities:
• Fitness clubs
• Privately owned studios
• Wellness centers
• Spas
• Schools
• Community centers
• Medical facilities
• Physical therapy clinics
• Corporate settings
• Career Outcomes: Not provided in the context.

Other:

• Pilates is a fast-growing industry with approximately 8.6 million participants.
• Jobs are available in various settings.
• CSM offers additional Pilates-related certificates, including Comprehensive Pilates Instructor and Pilates Mat and Reformer Instructor.