Comprehensive teacher training classes

Become a Certified Pilates Instructor through the Body Arts and Science International (BASI™) Comprehensive Instructor Training Program.

 
Fit From The Core will be hosting the 2010 Winter Course at its state-of-the-art facility in Mounatin View, California starting January 23rd, 2010.
 
The Program
 
Body Arts and Science International  provides a comprehensive training certification program developed by Rael Isacowitz, M.A., an internationally recognized expert in the Pilates method. The program integrates the original work and philosophies of Joseph Pilates with contemporary scientific knowledge, and ensures that students will emerge with a deep understanding of the Pilates method and application repertoire.
 
The Comprehensive Teacher Training program is comprised of formal lectures, personal practice, observation, student teaching, a dissertation, and a complete examination process. This program prepares students and seasoned professionals alike to refine their skills and teaching methodology on all of the apparatus.
 
The faculty for BASI™ courses is considered the finest in the industry, and certification involves a rigorous approval process.
 
Subjects Covered
 
  • The principles, approach, history and development of the Pilates method and   BASI™.
  • The complete movement repertoire of Joseph Pilates on all the equipment.
  • Anatomy and exercise physiology including muscle function and biomechanics relating to the Pilates method.
  • The Block System™ of exercise sequencing.
  • The principles of posture and postural analysis.
  • Movement analysis and muscle recruitments patterns.
  • Comprehensive programming and teaching methodology.
  • Addressing special populations, including: pregnant women, children, the elderly, dancers, athletes, and those with spinal care and rehabilitation issues.
WINTER COURSE 2010

All modules start at 10am and end at 5pm
 
Module 1:                   01/23/2010
Module 2:                   01/24/2010     
Module 3:                   02/06/2010     
Module 4:                   02/07/2010     
Module 5:                   02/20/2010
Module 6:                   02/21/2010       
Module 7:                   03/06/2010     
Module 8:                   03/07/2010     
Module 9:                   03/20/2010     
Module 10:                 03/21/2010     
Module 11:                 04/03/2010       
Module 12                  04/04/2010

Schedule and Fees
 
The fee for the BASI Comprehensive Teacher Training Course is $3,950.00. This registration form secures you a place in the course with your non-refundable deposit of $350.00. $300.00 of the $350 is applied to the total tuition.  You may use this deposit for any of our courses (e.g. if you can't make the one you sign up for, for whatever reason, you can use it on another one).

Tuition will include the 12 modules of lectures and the following:
 
  • BasiPilates™ Comprehensive Study Guide - exclusive for students and not available for individual purchase
  • BasiPilates™ Movement Analysis Workbooks - with detailed descriptions covering all apparatus (5 in total)
  • BasiPilates™ extensive curriculum - lectures, class times, and practicum plus examinations
  • BasiPilates™ Membership for one year - including access to online "Exercise of the Month", instructor directory and capability to build your own website
  • PMA™ Student membership for 1 year - including PMA newsletters and capability to purchase student liability insurance at a discount

 

Download the registration form here