The Train Me Education Reformer Certification is designed to equip participants with comprehensive skills and knowledge in Reformer Pilates. It covers a range of foundational to advanced topics, with the intention of preparing individuals to teach confidently and effectively.
Key areas of focus include:
Pilates Principles and Concepts: Teaching the core philosophies behind Pilates, including breathwork, alignment, and movement quality.
Reformer Mechanics and Usage: Understanding the Reformer machine, safety considerations, and how to maximize its potential for various exercises.
Movement Categories: Exercises are organized by functional movement patterns, such as pushing, pulling, hinging, twisting, and more, ensuring a holistic approach to body training.
Exercise Breakdown and Progressions: For each movement pattern, breakdowns, progressions, variations, and prop usage are provided, allowing participants to adapt exercises based on client needs and fitness levels.
Spring Selection and Muscle Targeting: Detailed guidance on choosing appropriate springs for exercises, with attention to muscles targeted in both lower body and core work.
Teaching Methodology: Emphasizes effective cueing, corrections, and hands-on assistance when necessary, all within a framework of safe and effective teaching.
The certification is delivered through a combination of face-to-face, in-person, and digital methods:
Face-to-Face Learning: Provides real-time interaction with instructors and fellow participants, allowing for immediate feedback and hands-on practice of exercises and techniques.
In-Person Workshops: Focus on practical application, where students can refine their teaching skills, practice cueing, and get a feel for working with different bodies and needs.
Digital Components: Include video tutorials, reading materials, and assessments. These allow students to study theory at their own pace and revisit content as needed.