Knoxville Reformer Pilates Teacher Training

Movement Foundations

Because we at Contrology Connection feel that a solid foundation is the key to a strong education, we begin all of our programs with a pre-requisite in Movement Foundations.

We go over the following topics:

Introduction to our Programs

Pilates Principles

History of Pilates

Ethical Scope of Practice

Tactile & Verbal Cueing

Planes of Movement & Biomechanical Terms

Posture: Alignment Protocols & Pathologies

Medical Pathologies/Special Populations

Physical Assessment

Exercise Progression

Principle Integration

Breathing Anatomy & Teaching

Functional Spinal Shapes

Skeletal Anatomy & Muscular Anatomy

This course is included in your mat program as well as an online anatomy course to take before the in-person weekend modules. A passing certificate of completion needs to be submitted to faculty to move forward. A manual/workbook is available to coincide with the entire program.

Mat Pilates

4 days will be spent in-person at a host studio as well as live online classroom hours to master the following subject:

Pre-Pilates Exercises and Stretches

Exercise Level for Progression

Biomechanical Principles

Alignment Protocols

Exercise Descriptions and Objectives

Safety and Spotting Techniques

Adaptations, Modifications, and Contraindications

Movement Advancements and Variations

Foundations of Magic Circle

We will not only skillfully master the 38 mat exercises, but teach progressions, variations, how and when to use props, and apply all of that knowledge to special populations you may encounter as an instructor. A workbook/manual is available for this course.

Reformer

6 days will be spent in-person at a host studio as well as live online classroom hours to master the following subject:

Exercise Level for Progression

Biomechanical Principles

Alignment Protocols

Exercise Descriptions and Objectives

Safety and Spotting Techniques

Adaptations, Modifications, and Contraindications

Resistance Levels

Movement Advancements and Variations

We will work through classical beginner and intermediate reformer exercises. We will not only teach proper form, common mistakes and how to correct, but will also teach progressions, variations, appropriate verbal and tactile cues, and apply all of that knowledge to special populations you may encounter as an instructor. A workbook/manual is available for this course.

Contrology Connection Reformer Program

Unlock Your Potential with Contrology Connection

The details and expectations to our 400-hour program are as follows:

- Course hours (both in-person and online) 86 hours

- Physical practice hours 115

- Observation hours 60

- Teaching practice hours 115

- Additional hours include anatomy class, required videos of history, reading materials, and test out

Proof of hours need to be provided in order to sit for each exam. Students are given electronic timesheets that they may print or track online. At least 75% of all physical practice, observation, and teaching practice must be performed in-person, the remainder can be live on-line. Physical Practice hours can be received under the guidance a peer within the program or a certified instructor by ways of group class, private lessons, and/or master classes. 3 levels of exams are provided as student progresses.

Knoxville students receive all workbooks and online anatomy course included in price.

Investment (includes Foundations & Mat): $3,250

Testing for Certification

Mat & Foundations: Practical classical mat order of 38 exercises and 25-question multiple choice exam.

Beginner/Intermediate Reformer: Practical teach a 50-minute intermediate level session to a body with additional exercises requested by proctor to follow.

Written: 25-question multiple choice exam.

Advanced Reformer: Practical teach 3 advanced exercises of your choosing and teach 3-5 advanced exercises of proctor's choosing on reformer.

For more details on testing, please click below.

Testing Details

Certification Program Highlights

Training Experience

70 Hours of In-Person Training in a deluxe Pilates studio
Online Live Classroom Training with interactive faculty guidance
Anatomy Class for foundational understanding included with unlimited access
All workbooks included for Knoxville students

Flexibility & Support

Flexible hours, exams, and pacing to fit your schedule
Ongoing access to instructors through an online platform
Online community for connection and peer support
Built-in scheduling tools for convenience

Lifetime Learning

Lifetime free audits — revisit any completed module at no cost
Comprehensive feedback rubrics with detailed notes for every test-out
Certification awarded upon successful completion of coursework and exams