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Pilates Teacher Training Program at Excel
The Pilates Teacher Training Program at Excel is dedicated to providing high quality training in the original work of Joseph H. Pilates. Our comprehensive and in-depth one year training program requires a minimum of 700 hours of hands-on training in all levels of the Pilates mat and apparatus work. Apprenticeship involves seminars, observations, and practice teaching. In addition to Pilates excercises, seminar topics cover anatomy, teaching skills and session design. The program involves readings and weekly apprentice meetings, free solo workouts, mat classes, teaching feedback, access to the studios and a teaching manual. There are prerequisites and testing requirements.
Our Studio and Directors
The program directors, Kerry DeVivo and Lesa McLaughlin, offer over 20 years of combined Pilates experience. Both became certified teachers in 1995 with certifications from the Pilates Studio in New York and the Pilates Center in Colorado. Both directors trained with, and were certified by, master teacher Romana Krysanowska, protege of Jospeh Pilates. Both Kerry and Lesa are considered second generation teachers.
Pilates of Washington DC at Excel Movement Studios, established in 1998, has a 5,000 square foot, fully-equipped studio with a 1,000 square foot mat area; eight reformers made to the original specifications, cadillac, pedi-pull, wall units, tower, chairs and barrels. Pilates of Annapolis has a 700 square foot fully-equipped studio. With a diverse student/client base of over 300, and a dynamic, supportive teaching staff, Excel Movement Studios is ideal for a quality learning experience.
Why Complete a Teacher Training Program?
The entire Pilates method, both mat and apparatus, consists of over 500 exercises and is systematically ordered and layered. Pilates has been in existence for over 75 years. To preserve its power, it is important to study the complete Pilates Method. The exercises should be studied authentically and in person. Being a Pilates teacher offers the opportunity to assist individuals to be in control of their own health and well-being, and to provide an opportunity for clients to grow, learn, and be guided toward a fitter lifestyle. The Pilates Method of physical and mental conditioning is mutually empowering for clients and teachers.
How to Apply
Please contact Excel Movement Studios for an application form and program requirements. Upon approval of application, an evaluation session and interview will be scheduled. The evaluation session and interview will determine acceptance to program. Acceptance into the Teacher Training Program is based on, but not limited to, level of skill and physical integration of Pilates exercises. Criteria also include the ability to articulate existing knowledge of the Pilates Method and professionalism.
Prequisite requirements include daily study of the Pilates Method of Body Conditioning, both mat and apparatus, consistently for a minimum of one year or over 60 sessions. Applicant must be at an Intermediate level in mat and apparatus work with basic knowledge of apparatus set ups and safety features .
Program Fee
Our current program fee is $4,500.
Program fee includes:
Ten one-on-one sessions at Excel Movement Studios
Free mat classes
(based on space availability)
Weekly apprentice meetings
Access to Excel Movement Studios for practice and practice teaching
Teaching manual
Free solo workouts
Feedback on teaching
Seminars 1-4
Observation hours
Certificate of completion of Pilates Teacher Training Program upon passing all examinations with grade 85% or higher
Pre-requisite seminar/session as needed (separate fee). Annual Continuing Education Seminars (separate fee). There is limited enrollment for each session.
Sample Program Outline
Four 20 Hour Seminars - Learning Beginning Through Advanced Pilates Systems
Seminar outline and dates available upon request.
0-200 Hours After First Semester
Solo practice and observations of Pilates sessions with certified instructor
Practice teaching on friends and family in presence of certified instructor
Maintain log and journal, regular check in with advising instructor
Weekly apprentice meetings
Weekly one-on-one sessons with certified instructor are highly encouraged
Testing on Basic Systems at 200 hours
200-400 Hours
Practice Teaching, Apprentice Teaching with approval, under supervision of certified instructor
Observation of Pilates sessions with certified instructor
Maintain log and journal, regular check in with advising instructor
Weekly apprentice meetings
Mat class demonstration, minimum of one mat class per week
Minimum of two solo workouts per week
Testing on Intermediate Systems at 400 hours
400-600 Hours
Practice Teaching, Apprentice Teaching with approval, under supervision of certified instructor
Maintain log and journal, regular check in with advising instructor
Weekly apprentice meetings
Minimum of two solo workouts per week
Final Testing at 400 hours
Observation, solo workout, demonstration, one-on-one sessions, and teaching hours at Excel Movement Studios apply toward program. While enrolled in the Teacher Training Program, all teaching must take place at Excel Movement Studios.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Pilates Teacher Training Program at Excel Movement Studios
Does the Pilates Teacher Training Program (TTP) at Excel involve both mat and apparatus work?
Our TTP is a comprehensive, 700 hour/one-year training program. It covers all apparatus and mat exercises, includes a teaching manual, covers anatomy, session design, has required readings, and weekly apprentice meetings. Apprenticeship involves practice teaching, observations and the continuation of study/practice of Pilates.
There is written and practical testing at the 200, 400, and 600 intervals. There are four 20-hour weekend seminars. All hours are completed in the studio. We do not do partial certifications, i.e. mat certification.
What are prerequisites?
To apply, one must be at a strong intermediate/advanced level in all apparatus and mat work. Applicants need to have studied Pilates (not Pilates-based) and have excellent knowledge of at least the intermediate system, so the focus during the program is on learning how to teach. If you are interested in applying, but are not at the required level, you should take the time to better increase your knowledge and will therefore gain a lot more out of the program. There are no exceptions to the qualifications necessary for admission.
What is the background of the directors?
Lesa McLaughlin and Kerry DeVivo offer over 20 years of combined Pilates experience. Kerry was certified by the Pilates Center in Colorado and the Pilates Studio in NY. Lesa was certified by the Pilates Studio in NY. Both Lesa and Kerry are considered second generation teachers.
What makes our program unique?
The Pilates TTP at Excel is unique in that we are a fully equipped studio and offer smaller class enrollment (approximately 10) for each apprentice session and therefore provide a lot of individual attention. Our studio is a large space with plenty of room for apprentice practice, and our environment is supportive and encouraging. Each apprentice is advised to an advisor.
Is our program affiliated with other programs?
Our program is affiliated with no other. We teach Pilates in its traditional form which is a similarity to a few other programs.
In comparison to some other programs, ours offers a great deal of individual attention and significant coverage of anatomy and special client issues.
What kind of apparatus do we have?
In the Washington DC studio, we have traditional apparatus (leather straps, four springs, and single-level foot bar) from Balanced Body. In the Annapolis studio, our apparatus is from Peak Body Systems. At both studios, we have Reformers, Cadillac, Wall Units, Wunda Chairs, Barrels, High/Electric Chair, Pedi-Pull, Magic Circles and Mats for mat classes.
How do I apply?
Please call 202.269.3020 to request an application form. Submit the completed application with required materials and a check for the evaluation session to 3407 8th Street, NE, Washington DC 20017. If your application is approved, an evaluation session will be scheduled. The evaluation session and interview will determine acceptance to program.
For a list of Excel's Teacher Training Program graduates, click here.
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