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"One must know the roots of the tree before growing new branches." - Eve Gentry
Teacher Training Program
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Michele Larsson founded Core Dynamics Pilates in 1996 to offer teacher training and continuing education workshops based on historical Pilates. Core Dynamics Pilates is a comprehensive Pilates curriculum based on sound bio-mechanical movement principles. The Core Dynamics Teacher Training Program is based upon the work of Joseph Pilates with additions made by Eve Gentry and Michele Larsson to facilitate the technique and enhance efficient movement patterns. This direct link to Joseph Pilates through Eve Gentry gives Michele an unique insight into the method, which she has incorporated into Core Dynamics Pilates.
Core Dynamics Teacher Training is a program that focuses on developing the ability to teach the individual versus just teaching the exercises or leading classes. The training participant will receive vital information and exposure to skills that can maximize the Pilates experience for a wide variety of clientele. Core Dynamics Pilates offers a unique "Boutique" program based on historical Pilates, with small class size, individual attention, mentorship experiences and highly qualified affiliate teacher trainers.
The Core Dynamics Teacher Training Program consists of intensive weekend workshops that focus on mat and equipment exercises. These workshops are offered at 6 locations around the country. The teacher trainee will also participate in self-directed study and mentorship to develop skills and knowledge for teaching group mat classes and individual Pilates lessons.
As a Core Dynamics student, You will learn:
- the concept behind the system of exercises
- historical Pilates exercises
- the primary goal of each exercise
- how to see and correct posture faults and movement limitations in your clients
- why there is a specific order to the exercises
- how to adapt a specific exercise to a client
- how to structure a private lesson
Teacher Training Program Pre-requisite:
- knowledge and ability to perform the Pilates exercises through Level III (intermediate skill level for mat and equipment exercises).
- one letter of recommendation and a studio in your community where you can study, observe, and practice teach in order to meet the 450 hours required for completion.
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Read more about the Teacher Training Programs:
Core Dynamics Teacher Training Program
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Lecture/Workshop Participation: Includes full Participation for all 18 hours per weekend, Levels 1 through 4. |
72 hours |
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Personal Practice: Hours may begin accruing as soon as the application fee has been paid. We recommend a minimum of two workouts per week to gain proficiency in the Pilates method. |
100 hours |
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Practical Studio Mentorship: May include observing and assisting certified teachers, as well as helping with routine studio operations. |
153 hours |
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Practice Teaching: Can begin after completing Level 1 workshop with approval from Core Dynamics faculty. Practice teaching involves covering information learned in most the recent workshop to family and friends at no cost. |
125 hours |
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Total Hours |
450 hours |
Mentoring Opportunities
Mentoring opportunities are offered at all affiliated studios as well as some Core Dynamics graduates' studios. Find out more about these studios in the About Us section of the web site (see link below). Core Dynamics offers a unique mentoring opportunity at the home studio in Santa Fe, New Mexico with founder and master instructor Michele Larsson. During the summer months, a four-day mentoring program is offered between the Level 1 and 2 workshops as well as the Level 3 and 4 workshops. These 10 day "intensives" include 4 days of lessons and observations scheduled in between the two, three-day workshops. Space for this mentoring program is limited to insure individual attention. Mentoring programs scheduled either before or after workshops are also offered at Wellspring Studio in Pittsburgh, PA and Moving Breath Pilates in Phoenix, AZ. For more information, availability and to sign up contact the Santa Fe Core Dynamics office at: 877.988.5076
We want to help you develop as a Pilates professional so call us toll free at 877.988.5076 or email us by filling in our contact form
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