HYBRID/ONLINE TRAINING:
“Don’t let cost and culture be the barrier keeping you from pursuing your passion for Pilates. Bring Pilates to our communities! Our Pilates Teacher Training was created to increase representation while upholding educational quality so you can be a contender.”
The Black community is suffering and now more than ever we need a way to safeguard our health and future. There are only around 600 black Pilates Instructors in the world! Mostly because it has been out of our reach either financially, location or the perpetuation of a culture of exclusivity.
Sign up for an info Session below!
~LENCOLA GREEN, NCPT~
FOUNDER AND MASTER TRAINER
MISSION & MESSAGE FROM LENCOLA
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HERE’S WHAT YOU’LL BE LEARNING DURING THE ACTION-PACKED TRAINING:
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Pilates Mat Foundations and immersion to guarantee you have a solid foundation before starting your teaching journey.
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Pilates Mat I, II, III… You will learn all the beginning to advanced exercises and props like the Magic Circle, Fit Ball, Swiss Ball, Blocks and Elastic Bands.
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You will gain access to tools to help you jumpstart your career and excel not only in in-person training but in the world of online fitness influencing!
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You will have invaluable access to a Black Master Trainer with over 16 years of experience.
BECOME A PILATES INSTRUCTOR TODAY
Start your Journey today and see how Pilates can change your life!
FAQ's
What is a Pilates Teacher Training?
Our training will teach you the skills needed to thrive as an Instructor in the Pilates Industry. After the training you will be able to lead Pilates classes for individuals and groups whether that be online or unperson sessions with your students.
Our Online Pilates Mat Teacher Training is a 200 Hour program comprised of:
Self paced online material
30 hour Pilates immersion
Live zoom meetings, mentorship
Observation
Self-practice
Practice teaching
Business coaching.
Students are required to complete the 30 hour immersion, all online materials, live/zoom meetings, and mentorship to receive a Certificate of Completion with California Pilates. After graduation you will able to register with The Pilates Coalition as a 200 Hour RPI (Registered Pilates Instructor). In the future we will also offer an 800 Hour Comprehensive Teacher Training program.
How much does the training cost?
Our Online Pilates Mat Teacher Training is valued at $1200 (U.S.) but our mission is about empowering and uplifting the Black race in their time of need. This training is (for a limited time) only $300 for BIPOC due to pandemic and to create opportunities for those in need.
Tuition and Fees
Comprehensive Mat Program Tuition: $1200 limited time offer* $300 (U.S.)
*price increases in January 2020
Tuition Fees include:
Access to online Materials
30 hour Pilates Immersion
Digital Mat Manual/Study Guide
Mentorship with Master Trainer
Business Coaching Course
Final Written Exam (online in English)
Additional Fees
Testing Fees:
$100 for Mat practical exam and teaching evaluation
Studio Use Fees:
Some studios may charge a studio use fee to complete observation, self-practice, and student teaching hours. Please contact your local studio for more information.
Equipment Fees:
You will need access to: 36in/1m long foam roller, therapy resistance bands, loop bands, Swiss Ball, small 6-9 inch Fitball, Pilates Magic Circle, yoga blocks and a thick Pilates mat.
Optional:
CALIFORNIA PILATES Monthly Subscription – $18.99/month or $189.99/annually
Mentor Calls
Labs and Workshops
Our live meeting schedule is subject to postponement or cancellation based on student enrollment or extenuating circumstances.
All pricing is in U.S. Dollars (USD)
How much time will it take?
The amount of time it will take depends on your level of commitment. Students finish between 3-6 months.
What style of Pilates will I learn?
You will learn both classical/traditional and contemporary styles of Pilates. Our approach to Pilates teaches you to be a free thinker and safely train the person in front of you. The CALIFORNIA PILATES program is unique because we teach you how to navigate in-person and online teaching arenas.
I have taken an anatomy course, can I opt-put of that portion of the course?
Yes and no, you can get an exemption for the online course material but you will have to participate in the applied anatomy segments during the live meetings.
What does 200 hours mean?
When you sign up for this course you are committed to completing everything. The program was designed with industry standards in mind and to prepare you to stand next to and out from seasoned instructors. The Program Has 4 phases.
Phase 1:
30 hr Pilates Immersion
Begin Online materials for Foundations, Mat I, II, and III.
Phase 2:
Day 1 – Mat Foundations – Postural Assessment, Pre-Pilates, Anatomy
Day 2 – Anatomy Workshop, Mat 1
Day 3 – Movement Analysis, Class Creation, Mat 2
Day 4 – Mat 3, Cueing and Programming
Day 5 – Props: Foam Roller, Fit Ball, Gymnastic Ball, Magic Circle, Bands
Day 6 – Integrated Special Populations and Modifications
Bonus Online Courses: Social Media Influencing, Career Paths and Business Coaching
Phase 3:
Mentorship and Completion of observation, self-practice, and practice teaching hours.
Phase 4:
Completion, Testing and Evaluation:
Attend all Live Days
Pass final online written exam
Complete a minimum of 30 Observation hours w/logs
Complete a minimum of 40 Self-Practice hours
Complete a minimum of 30 Practice Teaching hours (10 recorded live through zoom)
Pass Practical Exam
Pass Teaching Evaluation
Program Hours:
Immersion: 30
Online Hours 36
Live Training 30
Observation 30
Self-Practice 40
Practice Teaching 30
Business Coaching 4
Total 200 hours
What time will the training be held?
Live meetings will either take place:
9:00 AM to 4:00 PM PST over 6 intensive days
9:00 AM to 4:00 PM PST over 3 weekends (Sat or Sun)
9:00 AM to 4:00 PM PST over 2 weekends (Fri, Sat & Sun)
There will be two 30 minute breaks each day.
Hours of instruction = 36
Hours of contact/commitment = 42
Will we be able to receive a recording of the training?
No, we do not share the recorded training to protect the privacy of our students. Also we prefer you attend the live/online training because you can ask questions and receive feedback.
Do you offer a payment plan?
Yes! you have the option to split the training into 3 payments.
Where will I be able to teach?
You will be able to teach anywhere that offers mat classes. Mat instructors typically teach in a gym, online studios, at home, at other peoples homes, your local community center, corporate events or your own studio.
How much do Pilates Instructors get paid?
The scale varies per region, depends on education level and the number of years teaching.
Mat instructors paid by a gym receive approximately $25-$45 per class. Some spaces offer a percentage deal where the instructor receives 40-60% of the fee per student. Some studios pay a flat hourly rate plus a percentage.
Instructors who are trained on all Pilates equipment receive $35-$75 an hour from a studio.
Students taking a group class usually pay $20-$45 per hour a session and private classes range from $65-$125 hour per 1 hour session.
Is Pilates just yoga?
No, Pilates is similar in the sense that it has a mat repertoire like Yoga but we have our own unique exercises and order. Yoga moves through poses/postures whereas Pilates is more like calisthenics. We do indiviual exercises consisting of 3-10 repetitions each. A class can be 30-60 mins with up to 40 exercises in one class.
Pilates focuses on core strength, spinal health, whole body health and breath. It operates on a set of principles. Pilates is a mind body form of exercise that is not rooted in a religion.
California Pilates Principles
Breathe
Centering
Concentration
Control
Precision
Strength
Control
Integrity
Compassion
Character
Competence
Competency
