Beginner and Intermediate Mat Certification

(All mat work, no apparatus.)

The beginner and intermediate level mat certifications are each 16-hour programs. You do not need apparatus to teach a Pilates mat class. Once you complete and pass each weekend certification, you will be certified to teach a beginner and/or intermediate level mat class.

Beginner Mat

The beginner mat certification is the foundation of all our other programs. Every program builds upon the information learned during this course. You will learn 18 beginner level mat exercises and be introduced to Power Pilates Teaching Tools, which is, essentially, learning how to teach. This includes philosophy, teaching formula, and style.

Intermediate Mat

During the intermediate mat weekend you will learn 12 intermediate level mat exercises and how to incorporate them into the beginner-level sequence. You will continue to develop your teaching skills so that you will become an excellent and confident instructor. Our students claim that "everything starts to click" during the intermediate mat weekend. Once you complete this weekend, you will have the ability to work with people of all ages and different fitness levels at the same time.

Advanced Mat - MASTER THE ART OF PILATES

The seeds of Power Pilates Master's Program are being set in the form of our Advanced Mat certification being debuted August 1 and 2 in NYC and presented by Co-Owner/Co-Program Developer, Susan Moran-Perich. All essential components of the Power Pilates teaching tools and formula will be enriched as well as the mastery of the advanced exercises. As always, the exercises are the major component of our formula, but it is the mastery of the teaching formula that will deepen this work. Come and experience the Advanced Mat program and learn how to incorporate it safely and effectively into your client's repertoire. This course is a pre-requisite to our Master's Program, which will launch in Dallas March 2009. Pre-Requisite: Power Pilates Intermediate Mat Certification

Course Objectives

• Review anatomy from a Pilates perspective.
• Learn the exercises and principles behind a Power Pilates Mat class.
• Learn how to teach a 60-minute Mat class (including modifications and variations for advancement).
• Learn to apply the Power Pilates unique and easy-to-follow formula for success.
• Strengthen communication skills necessary to inspire clients and teach Pilates effectively.

Pre-Requisites/Program Requirements

Beginner Mat Intensive:

• Attend a minimum of 10-15 classically taught mat classes prior to the certification weekend. We strongly recommend taking these classes at a Power Pilates studio and/or a certified Power Pilates instructor. If you complete your sessions elsewhere, please make sure that the mat classes you are taking are “classical” in nature. Classical or “authentic” pertains to the name, movement and order of the exercises being taught along with the vocabulary used to teach them. The progression of a session; is starting in a horizontal position and progressing to a vertical one (sitting or standing). If you are unable to find a Power Pilates instructor near you, do the Power Pilates Beginner Workout DVD .
• Read chapters 1-3 and 6 of Anatomy of Movement by Blandine Calais-German.
• If you do not have prior anatomy background, we recommend that you attend our Basics of Anatomy course. Check our Continuing Education calendar for course dates.
• Take-home exam Saturday night.

Intermediate Mat Intensive:

• Completed Power Pilates Beginner Mat Certification.

PMA STUDENT MEMBERSHIP

Power Pilates believes in the Pilates Method Alliance - The Pilates Method Alliance (PMA) is the international, not for profit, professional association dedicated to the teachings of Joseph H. and Clara Pilates. The PMA's mission is to protect the public by establishing certification and continuing education standards for Pilates professionals. We commend the PMA and think it is important for all Pilates professionals to become members.
As of June 1, 2007, Power Pilates requires all Beginner Mat participants to become PMA members. We have arranged a one-time discounted student membership fee of $35.00 (regularly $50). We charged you $35 and will submit your student membership to PMA at the end of the month. PMA will send you a welcome letter and confirmation of membership. Once your initial year is completed, you will be responsible for your own renewal.
If you are already a member, please include a copy of your membership certificate with your application.
Please visit PMAs website www.pilatesmethodalliance.org

Required Reading Materials

Calais-Germain, Blandine: Anatomy of Movement, 1985, Eastland Press, Inc., P.O. Box 12689, Seattle, WA 98111 ISBN: 0-939616-17-3.
Estimated Cost: $30.00. (Available at Power Pilates Store)

Application

• Submit the STUDENT CONTRACT and REGISTRATION form.
• Include payment. Personal checks are not accepted 2 weeks prior to certification.
• Beginner Mat only: Include log sheet of previously attended classes.
• Intermediate Mat only: Include date/city of Power Pilates Beginner Mat course attended.
• Certified Instructors: Include a copy of your current certification to receive a $50 discount.
• Once we receive your application we will mail or e-mail you an acceptance letter, which includes course date(s), times, location, and materials for you to study before the course begins.

Cost

$500.00 — Includes: weekend training, manual, exams and one re-test (if necessary).

Discount

• Beginner Mat - $450.00
• If you were previously certified with another organization in Beginner Mat
• Intermediate Mat - $450.00
• If you were previously certified with another organization in Intermediate Mat
• Enroll in Beginner Mat and Intermediate Mat - Save $100.00 off Intermediate Mat

Certification

Once you complete and pass each program, you will be certified to teach a Power Pilates beginner and/or intermediate level mat class. If you do not pass immediately after the weekend, you will have the opportunity to re-test within 3 months of the course. One re-test is included in the cost of the program. Continuing Education Credits

Power Pilates Requirements

In order to maintain your Power Pilates Beginner and/or Intermediate Mat certification, you must complete 6 Power Pilates Continuing Education Credits every two years. It is necessary to complete these CECs for your highest level certification only (i.e. credits going towards Intermediate Mat certification will also cover Beginner Mat certification). If you do not complete these required credits, your certification will not be renewed. If you are using another organization's Continuing Education Credits as fulfillment, you must receive prior approval from Power Pilates. Please see our current Continuing Education Calendar.
Note: 1 hour of Power Pilates Continuing Education = 1 Power Pilates CEC
Print description of How to Maintain and Renew your Power Pilates Certification.

ACE Accredidation

• Beginner Mat: 1.5
• Intermediate Mat: 1.5

AFAA Accredidation

• Beginner Mat: 13.0
• Intermediate Mat: 12.75

In the past, participants have had luck petitioning other organizations for continuing education credits.

Dates

See calendar overview for exact dates.

Weekend Hours

City	Friday	Saturday	Sunday
Annapolis	4:00 - 8:00pm	12:00 - 6:00pm	11:00 - 5:00pm
Atlanta	4:00 - 8:00pm	1:00 - 7:00pm	9:00 - 3:00pm
Austin	2:00 - 8:00pm	1:00 - 7:00pm	9:00 - 1:00pm
Beacon	4:00 - 8:00pm	12:00 - 6:00	12:00 - 6:00
Beverly Hills	4:00 - 8:00pm	12:00 - 6:00pm	12:00 - 6:00pm
Boca Raton	1:00 - 5:00pm	10:30 - 4:30pm	9:30 - 3:30pm
Boston	4:00 - 8:00pm	9:00 - 3:00pm	9:00 - 3:00pm
Cary	4:00 - 8:00pm	11:00 - 5:00pm	9:00 - 3:00pm
Chappaqua	4:00 - 8:00pm	12:30 - 6:30pm	11:00 - 5:00pm
Chicago	12:00 - 6:00pm	10:00 - 4:00pm	10:00 - 2:00pm
Cincinnati	4:00 - 8:00pm	10:00 - 4:00pm	9:00 - 3:00pm
Dallas	4:00 - 8:00pm	12:00 - 6:00pm	8:00 - 2:00pm
Irvine	4:00 - 8:00pm	12:00 - 6:00pm	9:00 - 3:00pm
Kennewick	4:00 - 8:00pm	12:00 - 6:00pm	9:00 - 3:00pm
Memphis	4:00 - 8:00pm	11:00 - 5:00pm	9:00 - 3:00pm
Nashville	4:00 - 8:00pm	11:00 - 5:00pm	9:00 - 3:00pm
New York City	4:00 - 8:00pm	10:00 - 4:00pm	10:00 - 4:00pm
Philadelphia	3:00 - 7:00pm	9:00 - 3:00pm	9:00 - 3:00pm
Redmond	3:00 - 7:00pm	12:00 - 6:00pm	9:00 - 3:00pm
San Carlos	2:00 - 6:00pm	12:00 - 6:00pm	9:00 - 3:00pm
Somerville	3:00 - 7:00pm	9:00 - 3:00pm	9:00 - 3:00pm
St. Petersburg	2:00 - 6:00pm	12:00 - 6:00pm	9:00 - 3:00pm
Tallahassee	12:00 - 4:00pm	10:00 - 4:00pm	9:00 - 3:00pm

Weekend Hours: International

City	Friday	Saturday	Sunday
Berlin	no class	9:00 - 6:00pm	9:00 - 6:00pm
Dortmund	no class	9:00 - 6:00pm	9:00 - 6:00pm
Greece	9:00 - 4:30pm	9:00 - 4:30pm	9:00 - 4:30pm
Hamburg	no class	9:00 - 6:00pm	9:00 - 6:00pm
Monterrey	2:00 - 8:00pm	10:00 - 4:00pm	9:00 - 1:00pm
Verona	2:30 - 6:30	10:00 - 4:00	10:00 - 4:00

City	Thursday	Friday	Saturday
Tel Aviv	12:00 - 4:00	10:00 - 4:00	10:00 - 4:00

Course Location

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