AHA
pilates comprehensive
your fully integrated pilates teacher training course to take you from a PILATES zero to A PROFICIENT & CONFIDENT TEACHER In 12 months
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Our next Pilates comprehensive course is taking a twist in 2023! We will be running it in a more intensive RETREAT style course, where you get to live, breathe and sleep Pilates! Join us at our exclusive Pilates Retreat finca on the Spanish Costa Blanca and take advantage of the beautiful scenery, serene environment and escape from the hustle and bustle of your home town as you immerse yourself in your Pilates education at our local fully equipped Pilates studio.
This unique format allows you to expand your knowledge, hone your skills, and dive deep into the work, enjoying extra time to practice and conduct sessions as well as rest up in our boutique boho-chic styled retreat finca.
All material from the Standard Comprehensive Programme is included and the programme completion requirements remain the same.
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This is a 12-month long teacher certification programme which equips the student with practical and theoretical skills needed to become a Pilates teacher of the highest standards. Presented over a total of 600 hours, the programme develops the students’ ability to learn the whole repertoire from Beginner to Advanced level, whilst working on the Mat, Cadillac, Reformer, Chairs, Barrels and small equipment. It follows the AHA Functional Anatomy Course (or another suitable functional anatomy course) and is split into three levels as shown below. It is further broken down into chunkable modules to ensure the student graduates from the most rigorous, exciting and positively life-changing Pilates teacher training in the industry.
studio I
FOUNDATION
4 modules
studio II
INTERMEDIATE
3 modules
studio III
ADVANCED
4 modules
1. Set up of Apparatus
2. Transitions
3. Progressions
4. Modifications
Highlight Points
of the teacher training
for each Level & Module include:
STUDIO I:
Introduction to Pilates & Beginner level studio
23 - 30 April, 2023
• Teaches the philosophical, technical and pedagogical aspects of Pilates.
• Students are taught beginning level Classical Mat and apparatus exercises.
• Introduces students to the Pilates principles, fundamentals and the reasons why the AHA Pilates Comprehensive is the
Ultimate programme to supply you with the right tools to create an exceptional Pilates class for your clients.
• Pre-requisites: AHA Functional Anatomy course; current CPR and First Aid certifications recommended.
• Split into 4 modules, which run on a week intensive, as follows:
MODULE 1
The history of Pilates – Who was Joe? AHA philosophy: how and why it works?
- Proper Pilates breathing
- Principles of Pilates and why they work
- The essential mat Pilates exercises Introductory Matwork exercises
- Evolving from starter, to beginner, to early intermediate exercises
MODULE 2
Beginner level exercises on the Reformer and Cadillac as follows:
- Introduction to Apparatus - (Beginner)
- Students progress to learning beginner exercises on the Reformer and Cadillac plus learn about transitions, cueing and touch techniques.
MODULE 3
Beginner level exercises on the Wunda Chair, Small Barrel and Ladder Barrel as follows:
- Introduction to Apparatus - (Beginner)
- Students progress to lessons on the Wunda Chair, Small Barrel and Ladder Barrel.
- They will learn about transitions, cueing and touch techniques on this apparatus
MODULE 4
Learn what to spot in order to make you a better teacher.
- Teaching, Technique - review all exercises and practice teaching.
Separate day:
- Final Assessment of Studio I - written assessment and practical test. A pass in the written assessment constitutes a mark of 75% or above.
STUDIO II:
Classical Mat & Apparatus training – Intermediate level
24 June - 2 July, 2023
- Continued development of the method to the intermediate level exercises on the mat and apparatus. Student is immersed in more hands-on instructions of more difficult exercises, focusing on safety precautions required when teaching on such technical equipment.
- Hands-on instruction and verbal cueing are highlighted as students work next to me.
- Pre-requisites: Having successfully passed the Studio I Assessments, 120 logged hours and current CPR and First Aid certifications recommended
- This level is split into 3 modules, run on a week intensive, as follows:
MODULE 1
- Intermediate Level Mat, Reformer, Cadillac
- Students learn additional intermediate level exercises, refine transitions and how to monitor static and transitional body alignment.
MODULE 2
- Intermediate Wunda Chair and Barrels (Small Barrel & Ladder Barrel)
- Here we continue to progress through intermediate Pilates exercises and build upon the skills learned in Studio I.
MODULE 3
- In this module we will revise the Intermediate repertoire, focusing more on transitions, progressions and Teaching Technique.
- We finish off with the Studio II Assessments (on a separate day). A pass in the written assessment constitutes a mark of 75% or above.
STUDIO III:
Advanced Classical Mat & Apparatus training
22 - 29 October, 2023
- This is the highest level of achievement in the Comprehensive programme where the student learns to progress the intermediate client to the more advanced exercises of the Pilates method. This requires a deeper understanding of the repertoire and how the advanced exercises are all interlinked with their predecessors. During this stage, we will also cover additional apparatus such as the Ped-o-Pull, Arm Chair, Neck Stretcher and Toe and Foot Corrector.
- Pre-requisites: Having successfully passed Studio I and II assessments, 240 recorded hours and current CPR and First Aid certifications recommended. This level is split into 4 modules, which run on a week intesive, as follows:
MODULE 1
- Advanced Level Mat, Reformer, Cadillac
- This module completes the lessons on advanced level mat, reformer and Cadillac exercises, teaching progressions, transitions and techniques.
MODULE 2
- Advanced Level Chair, Barrels and small props
- This module completes advanced level exercises as well as covering exercises with some small apparatus. Students also review case studies, which illustrate the application and value of a classical Pilates programme.
MODULE 3
- Introduction on exercises on the Pedi-Pole, Arm Chair, Neck Stretcher, Toe Corrector, Foot Corrector and Jump Board.
MODULE 4
- Final Comprehensive Assessment - one-day assessment comprising of written & practical assessments. A pass in the written exam constitutes a mark of 75% or above.
- An AHA Pilates Full Comprehensive Certification is awarded to instructors who pass Studio I, Studio II and Studio III assessments and complete a total of 600 logged hours.
The Anita Horry Academy (AHA) Pilates Comprehensive consists of:
- In-studio, hands-on learning
Some modules and materials available on an online platform, accessible to you 24 hours a day.
The AHA® Pilates Comprehensive process is split into:
- Course Contact hours
- Observation hours
- Self practice
- Practice Teaching
We focus on the HOW not the WHAT!
Our Pilates Comprehensive Course will teach you how to:
- Cue effectively
- Apply touch techniques
- Learn workout composition for personal and group training
- Develop dynamic programmes in a studio environment
- Put theory into practice and identify the correct postural analysis during movement
- Learn a fully comprehensive list of exercises plus modifications for specific body types, postural issues and conditions
- Use of specific equipment to enhance, support and intensify strength and flexibility exercises
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- Use small props to enhance torso stability and strength and for peripheral extremity conditioning flexibility, joint stability, balance and co-ordination
- Communicate effectively and develop amazing observational skills
- Create effective verbal cues and imagery for performance enhancement and client motivation
- Create beginner, intermediate and advanced powerful workouts
- Layer exercise in order to create an effective programme for the student
- Develop dynamic programmes in a Pilates studio environment gress clients and modify exercises for people with injuries
Pre-requisites:
- Before accessing our certification programmes, students must have knowledge of basic human anatomy and kinesiology, delivered through our Functional Anatomy Course (or another recognised functional anatomy course) 20 hours of prior Pilates mat training (or Studio training for the Pilates Comprehensive) and current CPR / First Aid certifications preferred. Students must also be reasonably fit and active.
- The Functional Anatomy course must be finished within 2 years prior to the commencement of the certification courses.
Reading material: It is also important that students read the following books:
• The Pilates Primer: Millennium Edition - Return to Life Through Contrology (required)
• Your Health by Joseph Pilates (required)
• Anatomy of Movement (Revised Edition). By Blandine Calais-Germain (recommended)
• Joseph Hubertus Pilates, The Biography by Esperanza Aparicio Romero and Javier Pérez Pont (recommended)
Studio I
Studio II
Studio III
23 - 30 April
24 June - 2 July
22 - 29 October
Note: Our courses fill-up quickly. If we can’t accommodate your time-frame,
you can be added to our wait-list if you choose.
AHA Pilates Comprehensive
2023 Course Dates
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Choose from the number of courses available to suit your budget and lifestyle. Options available:
- Virtual / Online
- In-Person at Pilates Centre, near Alicante, Spain
- In-Person: Retreat format
Questions?
FAQ's
- Can I sign up to only one of the modules in each course?
It is not recommended, but if you can prove you have prior Pilates teaching certifications and experience, we will grant you access to specific modules in each course. This is done on a case by case basis. Please reach out so we can discuss further.
2. I only want to do Studio I - is this possible?
Absolutely! You can opt to only attend the first retreat and complete your level one certification. Once you have completed all the relevant hours for Studio I and pass your written and practical exams, we will be able to issue a certificate of completion for that level. You will not be able to call yourself a Comprehensive Pilates Instruction, with the 3rd Generation Title until you complete all 3 levels though.
3. Can I start teaching for money as soon as I have finished Studio I?
Yes and No! This depends on the amount of experience you have and should really be done on a case by case basis. You might not have Pilates teaching experience but you are a seasoned personal trainer or Yoga teacher who knows their anatomy and functional movement inside out. You just need to practice teaching Pilates - in this case it won’t matter so much about whether you can charge or not. If you are covered under your insurance cover (Which we will speak about into more detail when you are with us) then you can teach Pilates after Studio I. If this is your very first opportunity to work physically with people, you might feel very uncomfortable proceeding with giving tactile cues to strangers. At this stage you should use friends and family to help you with your teaching practice.
4. Do I need to have access to the Pilates equipment to complete my course?
All the Pilates apparatus mentioned above is crucial to becoming a comprehensive certified Pilates instructor. To obtain the teacher certificate you would need to practice on all the relevant pieces. You don't need to own your own big pieces; you could find a local studio, gym or fitness centre that would have the apparatus for you to practice on.
5. I am not interested in taking the course to become a Pilates teacher. I want to learn it to work on my own practice and improve my own technique, plus have a fitter body for life. Is this course suitable?
Absolutely! You can opt out of the certification hours and use the practice you get from the in-person tutorials, the retreat and the online sessions with Anita to make the most out of your own technique and to short circuit your own physical wellness journey. Moreover, you will have lifetime access to all the written, published and video materials in the course which you can refer back to anytime you want. The quality of the course will remain the same, so the published prices will still be valid.
6. Are your certifications NPCP (PMA) Pilates Certifications?
NO. Anita Horry Academy © is a private company offering Pilates teacher training programs and Pilates Mat, and Comprehensive Pilates Certifications. Neither the Pilates Method Alliance (PMA) nor the National Pilates Certification Program (NPCP) trains instructors to teach. The NPCP offers an exam that awards their title of Nationally Certified Pilates Teacher (NCPT). In order to sit for the NPCP (PMA) exam, you must complete at least 450 hours of Pilates teacher training*. This 450 hour training minimum must include mat, Reformer, Trapeze Table, Pilates Chair, Ladder Barrel, Spine Corrector and the Magic Circle. If your goal is to take the NPCP (PMA) Pilates certification exam, your AHA Pilates Comprehensive Course is a total of 600 hours (both in-person and online formats), and will fully prepare you to take the NPCP (PMA) exam.
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