Pilates Mat Teacher Training
At the Essence of Living Academy we are committed to producing the most outstanding Pilates teachers. Our Pilates teachers are trained in the latest techniques, with a focus on providing the best support for students. Essence of Living Pilates teachers are well respected and sought after within the Pilates industry.
The Essence of Living Pilates Level 1 teacher training takes place at the Essence of Living Tallebudgera Valley Retreat on the stunning Gold Coast, Australia and The Live Life Well Studio in Melbourne, Australia. Our training program truly over delivers, providing you with 300 hours of training, including 194 of face-to-face learning. This course is approved for 15 CEC’s from Fitness Australia. Find out course dates, requirements and a course overview below.
Course cost
$3184. Early bird $2800! (Payment plans available). Combine Yoga Teacher Training with Yoga 200hr Teacher Training to receive a $1000 discount of combined total.
The course cost includes all required classes (participation, observation and assists), workshops (with your course facilitators and guest experts), 3 months access to EOL TV, course workbooks and a $50 voucher to spend on EOL branded merchandise.
All EOL Pilates graduates receive 20% discount: Barre & 25hr Master Trainings!
You can find our refund and cancellation policy here.
Our upcoming courses
Get ready to pursue your passions
28th February - 18th March 2022
Lectures and training: 3 weeks, Monday - Friday, 7am – 2pm
Save $384! Early bird ends 10th January 2022.
Includes 3 months access to EOL TV!
Full cost
$3184
Early bird
$2800
Flexible
$1061.50 monthly payments
24th October - 11th November 2022
Lectures and training: 3 weeks, Monday - Friday, 7am – 2pm
Save $384! Early bird ends 5th September 2022.
Includes 3 months access to EOL TV!
Full cost
$3184
Early bird
$2800
Flexible
$1061.50 monthly payments
Where: Essence of Living Tallebudgera Valley Retreat
Participation: 40 scheduled classes (included in course cost)
6 class observations
If you have any questions, please email [email protected] or call 07 5526 6600
Course Outline
GROUP PILATES TRAINING
ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY
EXERCISE PROGRAMMING
SPECIAL POPULATIONS
CLIENT SCREENING
EQUIPMENT USE
NUTRITION
BUSINESS SKILLS
WORKPLACE RELATIONS
ASSESSMENT
In order to equip you with the skills and knowledge necessary to be a pilates teacher, there are a number of assessments required as a part of the course.
- 40 x class participations (can be signed off before course commencement)
- 6 x class observation reports
- 4 x one hour class deliveries (with your fellow teacher trainees)
- Business Plan (including market research)
- 1 x written exam
- 2 x reflective essays/book reports
- Develop client screening appraisal
- Personal Development plan
Many of these pieces of assessment will be delivered during your training, however you do have a total of 6 months to complete all of your assessment.
REQUIRED READING
There are a number of books required to complete the course, these will be referenced within the training. You do not have to read them cover to cover before training commences.
- Return to Life – Through Contrology by Joseph Pilates
- The Pilates Method – Physical and Mental Conditioning by Philip Friedman and Gail Eisen
- Pilates Anatomy – Rael Isacowitz & Karen Clippinger
Online retailers we suggest to find your materials include Book Depository, Amazon and AbeBooks. Fishpond.
Course Facilitators
Meet our lovely teachers
Michelle Cassidy
Primary Facilitator
Erin Bourne
Anatomy
Jema Lee
Nutrition
Hollie Bradley
Pre and Postnatal Yoga
Natalie Olsen
Children's Yoga
Dr Rama Prasad
Ayurveda
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