REFORMER COURSES

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REFORMER PILATES COURSE SUMMARY
- Duration: 32 Hours
- Observation & Self Mastery: 30 Hours
- Examination: Written Exam, Practical Assessment & Video Submission
REFORMER PILATES COURSE SUMMARY
We pride ourselves on delivering the most comprehensive and thorough training program. VIVA graduates are of the highest calibre; fully equipped with the skills to communicate & deliver the Pilates repertoire safely, effectively & efficiently.
Learning & support doesn’t stop at our 4 Day Course. We’ve developed online and face-to-face continual learning tools to assist you in becoming the very best! We’re not just about the first step. We’re here (cheering you on) all the way!

REFORMER COURSE DETAILS
- How to apply Pilates principles of core stability, breathing and alignment to all exercises
- A complete breakdown of each exercise
- Exercise goals, muscular initiation and movement sequencing
- Modifications to increase or decrease exercise intensity
- Modifications for specific body types and postural issues
- How to recognize optimal and less than optimal movement patterns
- A variety of programming options to keep clients motivated
- Effective communication, verbal cues and imagery for performance enhancement and client motivation
Contact Hours: 32 Hours (4 Days) Non Contact Hours: 30 hours consisting of 15 hours observation and 15 hours practical.
Practical Exam: You will be required to demonstrate an exercise to your course group at the end of day 3. Post Course video submission of 30 Minute Class required. Once your observation and practical logs are complete please email a copy to info@vivapilatesstudios.com.au. Your Pilates Certificate will be issued within a 2 week period.
WE BELIEVE EVERYONE HAS UNTAPPED POTENTIAL
AND IT TAKES A COMPREHENSIVE, SUPPORTIVE APPROACH TO UNLEASH IT.
VIVA PILATES EDUCATION.
HAVING COMPLETED THE VIVA INSTRUCTOR TRAINING CURRICULUM, GRADUATES ARE COMPETENT IN:
- Theory and practice of postural analysis
- The Pilates Method of Exercise – covering the mechanics, breath and essense of 120 exercises plus modifications for specific body types, postural issues and conditions
- Classic Pilates exercises plus all progressions and regressions
- Effective use of the Reformer to enhance stability and strength extremity conditioning, flexibility, joint stability, balance and coordination
- Verbal cueing, imagery and tactile cueing for performance enhancement and client motivation
- Effective communication and observational skills
- Formation and grouping of exercises – exercise layering to create effective class design
OUR PROGRAM PROVIDES A BALANCED AND THOROUGH BLEND OF THEORY, OBSERVATION AND PRACTICAL EXPERIENCE TO HELP YOU MASTER THE PILATES REPERTOIRE.
YOU WILL BE CONFIDENT AND EQUIPPED TO INSTRUCT REFORMER PILATES AT A PILATES STUDIO, GYM GROUP CLASSES, SEMI OR PRIVATE SMALL GROUP, AT HOME, OUTDOORS OR IN A CORPORATE ENVIRONMENT.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Of course you can! The VIVA Pilates course is designed to start from the very beginning. The course is structured to ensure you leave with a full and complete knowledge of the correct postural alignment, abdominal recruitment, safety and communication cues and a deep knowledge of Pilates exercises. Whether the goal is to deepen your own knowledge and juice more from your individual Pilates practice or to explore exciting new opportunities as an instructor, the VIVA Pilates Teacher training will leave you feeling confident and ready to tackle all Pilates endeavours!
* A Hard Copy of our Comprehensive Course Manual outlining
– The VIVA Method
– Postural Alignment and the Factors Affecting
– Foundations of Pilates and Correct Form and Alignment
– Safety and Communication
– Class Mapping, Structure and Cueing Guidelines
– Class Plans
– 120+ Pilates Exercise with Modifications, Progressions and Regressions
* Access to our Studios for your Post Course Observation and Practical Classes
* Access to our Studios for Teaching Practice Outside of Class Hours
* Potential for ongoing and cover classes at VIVA Studios
* Operate from a private residence, local town hall or provide a mobile service
* Outdoors, Local Parks or Recreation Centres – applications with council may be required
* Gym chains such as Goodlife, Fitness First (also requires Certificate III in Fitness)
PRICING
EARLY BIRD
- Save $239 off your course fee
- Only 6 x Available!
- Offer ends 27th September unless sold out prior
DIRECT DEBIT PLAN
- $99 course enrolment fee to be paid upon registration
- Fortnightly Direct Debit of $107.63 for 4 Months
- Select a fortnightly debit date that suits you!
FLEXIBLE PLAN
- $99 due on enrolment
- Fortnightly Direct Debit of $137.50 for 4 Months
- Course fee total of $1199