The Pilates/Dance Conditioning Instructor certificate is designed to prepare individuals to teach the Pilates Method of body conditioning using the full-range of Pilates apparatus as well as the mat work repertoire, the foundation of the Pilates Method. Individuals will be trained to work with beginning to advanced level students as well as with special populations including dancers and athletes. Emphasis is on both academic and practical experience. Taught by certified Pilates instructors,students completing the certificate will be trained to teach at privately-owned Pilates and dance studios, fitness/ health clubs as well as physical therapy settings where Pilates is offered.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this certificate program, students should be able to:
• Demonstrate and/or identify beginning to advance Pilates exercises for mat and apparatus.
• Describe the principles as developed by Joseph H. Pilates and their relevance to a Pilates program.
• Design a lesson plan for both mat work and the apparatus (es) associated with Pilates. Teach a properly constructed Pilates class using appropriate cuing and demonstration.
• Identify common alignment problems and teach proper modifications and variations.
• Identify kinesiological principles of correct bio-mechanics for all Pilates exercises.
It is expected that 25 students will complete this certificate annually.
The Pilates/Dance Conditioning Instructor certificate is designed to prepare individuals to teach the Pilates Method of body conditioning using the full-range of Pilates apparatus as well as the mat work repertoire, the foundation of the Pilates Method. Individuals will be trained to work with beginning to advanced level students as well as with special populations including dancers and athletes. Emphasis is on both academic and practical experience. Taught by certified Pilates instructors,students completing the certificate will be trained to teach at privately-owned Pilates and dance studios, fitness/ health clubs as well as physical therapy settings where Pilates is offered.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this certificate program, students should be able to:
• Demonstrate and/or identify beginning to advance Pilates exercises for mat and apparatus.
• Describe the principles as developed by Joseph H. Pilates and their relevance to a Pilates program.
• Design a lesson plan for both mat work and the apparatus (es) associated with Pilates. Teach a properly constructed Pilates class using appropriate cuing and demonstration.
• Identify common alignment problems and teach proper modifications and variations.
• Identify kinesiological principles of correct bio-mechanics for all Pilates exercises.
Students must provide proof of CPR certification prior to starting the program.
Required Courses: 14 .units
Course | Title | Units | Sequencing |
---|---|---|---|
DAN 12 | Kinesiology for Pilates Instructors/Dancers | 3 | Semester 1 |
DAN 13 | Pilates Methodology | 2 | Semester 3 |
DAN 14 | Internship in Pilates Education and Teaching | 4 | Semester 4 |
DAN D46 | Pilates Mat Work | 1 | Semester 2 |
DAN D48 | Universal Reformer Technique | 1 | Semester 3 |
DAN D49 | Pilates Intermediate | 1 | Semester 2 |
DAN D50 | Pilates for Dancers | 1 | Semester 3 |
DAN D51 | Pilates Advanced | 1 | Semester 4 |
Elective Courses: 3 .units
Course | Title | Units | Sequencing |
---|---|---|---|
Dance Emphasis | |||
DAN D21 | Ballet, Beginning | 1 | Semester 1 or 2 is selected |
DAN D22 | Ballet, Intermediate | 1 | Semester 2, 3, or 4 if selected |
DAN D32 | Jazz, Beginning | 1 | Semester 1 or 2 is selected |
DAN D33 | Jazz, Intermediate | 1 | Semester 2, 3, or 4 if selected |
DAN D37 | Modern Dance, Beginning | 1 | Semester 1 or 2 is selected |
DAN D38 | Modern Dance, Intermediate | 1 | Semester 2, 3, or 4 if selected |
KIN 16 | Introduction to Athletic Training | 3 | Semester 1-4 if selected |
KIN 43 | Personal Training | 3 | Semester 1-4 if selected |
General Lifestyle Management Emphasis | |||
KIN 4 | Nutrition | 3 | Semester 1-4 if selected |
KIN 35 | Foundation for Fitness and Wellness | 3 | Semester 1-4 if selected |
KIN 36 | Wellness: Lifestyle Choices | 3 | Semester 1-4 if selected |
KIN 38 | Stress Management | 3 | Semester 1-4 if selected |
Total Program Units: 17 .units
Required Courses: 14 .units
Course | Title | Units | Sequencing |
---|---|---|---|
DAN 12 | Kinesiology for Pilates Instructors/Dancers | 3 | Semester 1 |
DAN 13 | Pilates Methodology | 2 | Semester 3 |
DAN 14 | Internship in Pilates Education and Teaching | 4 | Semester 4 |
DAN D46 | Pilates Mat Work | 1 | Semester 2 |
DAN D48 | Universal Reformer Technique | 1 | Semester 3 |
DAN D49 | Pilates Intermediate | 1 | Semester 2 |
DAN D50 | Pilates for Dancers | 1 | Semester 3 |
DAN D51 | Pilates Advanced | 1 | Semester 4 |
Elective Courses: 3 .units
Course | Title | Units | Sequencing |
---|---|---|---|
Dance Emphasis | |||
DAN D21 | Ballet, Beginning | 1 | Semester 1 or 2 is selected |
DAN D22 | Ballet, Intermediate | 1 | Semester 2, 3, or 4 if selected |
DAN D32 | Jazz, Beginning | 1 | Semester 1 or 2 is selected |
DAN D33 | Jazz, Intermediate | 1 | Semester 2, 3, or 4 if selected |
DAN D37 | Modern Dance, Beginning | 1 | Semester 1 or 2 is selected |
DAN D38 | Modern Dance, Intermediate | 1 | Semester 2, 3, or 4 if selected |
KIN 16 | Introduction to Athletic Training | 3 | Semester 1-4 if selected |
KIN 43 | Personal Training | 3 | Semester 1-4 if selected |
General Lifestyle Management Emphasis | |||
KIN 4 | Nutrition | 3 | Semester 1-4 if selected |
KIN 35 | Foundation for Fitness and Wellness | 3 | Semester 1-4 if selected |
KIN 36 | Wellness: Lifestyle Choices | 3 | Semester 1-4 if selected |
KIN 38 | Stress Management | 3 | Semester 1-4 if selected |
Total Program Units: 17 .units
Diann Thursby · 06/09/20
Received regional recommendation at 06-08-2020 IEDRC Deans Meeting.