The Mat Series is
comprised of three two-day courses. The courses must be taken in the following
order: P-F, M-1, M-2. Successful completion of the series will enable
participants the opportunity to gain certification by sitting for the Mat
Exam.
Maximum Participants: 20
Prerequisites:
1) Certified Fitness Instructor,
or instructor of movement arts such as dance, yoga, tai chi, etc. for
three years.
2) Knowledge of basic anatomy and physiology.
3) 25 hours
of private or group Pilates classes.
Course descriptions:
P-F Polestar Approach to Pilates Fitness Principles
This non-apparatus course applies current research in movement
science, biomechanics, kinesiology and motor learning to instructional
practice through six basic movement principles that are utilised throughout
the Polestar curriculum. Tactile, verbal and imagery cues are integrated
with Pilates mat exercises. This course introduces Polestar Pilates Screening™,
which includes postural evaluation and functional testing, to prepare
participants to properly design and implement Pilates exercises for patients
and clients. This unique component significantly enhances your decision-making
skills as a Pilates practitioner.
Participants: 25 maximum
Course Duration 2 days, 16 hours
Prerequisites:
1.
Certified fitness instructor (ACE, AFAA, ASCM, etc.) or instructor
of movement arts such as dance, yoga, tai chi etc., for three years.
2. One
semester of basic anatomy/physiology OR completion of
Polestar's two-day anatomy and physiology basics
course OR completion of Primal Anatomy Home Study (Internet or CD).
3. 25
hours of private or group Pilates classes. Required for Studio, Allegro
and Mat Certification. CECs American Council on Exercise CEC's: 1.6 NATABOC
CEU's: 13.75 hours Course Dates Fees Register
CECs
American Council on Exercise CEC's:
1.6
NATABOC CEU's: 13.75 hours
Course Dates
Fees
Register
M-1 Mat Level 1
This 2-day course teaches 9 preparatory (or pre-Pilates) mat exercises
and 16 Pilates mat exercises for beginning and intermediate levels. The
six basic Polestar Pilates Principles are incorporated into the learning
process, to provide a clear understanding of the underlying fundamentals
of each mat exercise. Programme design and exercise sequencing are addressed
for a variety of group exercise and personal training settings. Verbal,
tactile and imagery cues are used to facilitate motor learning.
Course Duration: 2 days, 16 hours
Participants: 20 maximum
Prerequisites : P-F
CECs
American Council on Exercise CEC's:
1.6
NATABOC CEU's: 13.5 hours
Course Dates
Fees
Register
M-2 Mat Level 2
19 Pilates-evolved mat exercises are presented for intermediate and advanced
levels. This course focuses on practical teaching experience that emphasises
group dynamics. Polestar Pilates Principles are applied to verbal, tactile
and combined cueing. Programme design and exercise sequencing are discussed
for a variety of clients and class settings. To enhance teaching outcomes,
Polestar instructors provide analysis and critique of instructional styles.
Course Duration: 2 days, 16 hours
Participants: 20 maximum
Prerequisites: P-F, M-1. Self-Mastery of M-1, suggested.
CECs
American Council on Exercise CEC's:
1.6
NATABOC CEU's: 13.5 hours
Course Dates
Fees
Register
Mat Certification:
Prerequisites :P-F, M-1, M-2
M-Exam mat series exam
The Mat certification exam contains written and practical components as well as a case study. Each case study will be based on information from a Polestar Pilates Fitness Screening. For Mat , the practical requires you to defend your case study and teach a portion of a Mat class. You will be evaluated on verbal and tactile cueing, accuracy, exercise modification, sequencing and the quality of instruction. You will also be required to demonstrate exercises successfully in front of the examiner.
Suggested completion of Self-Mastery of M-1, M-2 (approximately 50 hours), observation (25 hours), Assistant Teaching (25 hours) and Teaching/Practicum (50 hours).