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At EHS, we believe that Pilates education begins with a deep understanding of anatomy, kinesiology, posture, and basic bio-mechanics. That is why EHS Pilates teacher training programs begins with Pilates Mat and Functional Anatomy, a module focusing a great deal on the fundamentals. EHS Pilates uses the fundamental exercises not only as an introduction to the Pilates repertoire but also as a teaching tool to reveal clients’ postural habits and muscular imbalances. From the first hour of working with a client, a Pilates instructor should be analyzing and actively involved in the particularities of the individual client’s body. At EHS Pilates Institute, it's our goal to teach instructors-in-training to develop their eye, to be able to see the particular needs of their clients, and to apply specific exercises accordingly rather than put clients through a “Pilates protocol”. At EHS Pilates Insitute, we are committed to teaching students the overarching applications of all the Pilates exercises, most importantly the contraindications, so that when students graduate they are confident that they can apply their Pilates knowledge to all populations.
with step- by- step training by master teachers, hands on practice teaching with supervision, and fully equipped studios available to teachers-in-training.
Teacher trainings are taught by Ellie Herman and other certified Pilates instructors who have gone through the “TTIP” (Teacher Training Instructor Program, a rigorous educational training program led by Ellie.)
At EHS we allow students a unique opportunity to observe experienced trainers at work. Observation will reinforce the material being presented in the teacher training modules and offer perspective on how to put it all together, taking into the account the needs of each individual client. Students are welcome to observe at other studios pending approval.
Students are required to complete self-practice sessions to reinforce the material being presented and to perfect their technique. Students who choose to do their practical hours at EHS will workout with partners and must pay the Studio Use Fee.
A critically important aspect of the program is learning how to be a safe, effective, inspiring teacher. Intensive students who choose to do their teaching hours at EHS may begin as soon as their Instructors grant permission, and will follow the format listed below:
Student Teaching Hours: While students are honing their skills they will see clients at a drastically reduced rate (just enough to cover studio costs). These hours are unpaid and based on studio availability.
Group Class Assistant Hours (no guaranteed availability to August Intensive students): a special opportunity available only to those participating in the Full Certification Program, students will assist experienced trainers with their group classes. Students will learn important skills, gain confidence and become integrated into the studio.
Apprentice Teacher Hours: After completing the Student Teaching hours, students can audition to become an Apprentice Teacher at EHS based on availability,or any fully equipped Pilates studio. These additional hours are an important part of transitioning from a student to an experienced professional. If hired at EHS, you will be paid for these hours.
To complete the Comprehensive Teacher Training program, you must complete all the module requirements (see below) which total to 800 hours and are broken down: 108 hours instruction, 72 hours of observation, 220 self-practice hours, plus 400 teaching hours.
All our teacher trainings are now modular, meaning you can study the different modes of Pilates independently. For instance, you start with just the Mat and Functional Anatomy module, and add on the Reformer module the following session, or you can do what most students do, which is do all the modules in sequence for the complete Pilates training. Mat and Functional Anatomy is the prerequisite for all other modules. You can mix and match modules from the two structures (Classic 5-month and The Accelerated August Modules); both structures share the identical breakdown of hours required for each module as follows:
36 hours instruction, 12 hours observation, 70 hours self-practice, 120 hours practice teaching
36 hours instruction, 30 hours observation, 70 hours self-practice, 120 hours practice teaching
12 hours instruction, 10 hours observation, 30 hours self-practice, 60 hours practice teaching
Designed by Ellie Herman, the Pilates Springboard is an inexpensive and space-saving alternative to the Cadillac. It contains: roll back bar, leg springs, arm springs.
24 hours instruction, 20 hours observation, 50 hours self-practice, 100 hours practice teaching
Cadillac repertoire will cover push-thru bar and trapeze. You must take the Pilates Springboard module to complete the full Cadillac repertoire.
Studio Use Fee: $600/year or $100/month.
Testing: $per module; $for Full Program; $for Full Program testing and Reviews. Testing can be done remotely by video.
Suggested Materials: Pilates for Dummies, Pilates Props Workbook, Taking Root to Fly
Required Materials: Anatomy of Movement, Muscles Testing and Function, EHS teacher training manuals
Call the studio for details. $200 non-refundable deposit reserves your spot. 5% discount if tuition paid 30 days in advance of the start date.
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