Module 0 - Applied basic anatomy. 14 hours of lecture on the following topics: 

1. Intro  module: planes of movement, and anatomy basics
2. Spine: lumbar and SI joint
3. Spine: cervical and Thoracic Spine
4. Hip/Knee
5. Ankle/Foot
6. Shoulder
7. Elbow/Wrist/hand

Module 1 - Pilates Concepts Review, Mat and Foam Roller - 10-hour module

Module 2 - Reformer - 10-hour module

Module 3 - Springboard - 6-hour module

Module 4 - Chair - 8-hour module

Module 5 - Cadillac - 4-hour module

Module 6 - Barrel/Arc and Course Wrap Up - 4-hour module

• understand the basis of all our movement, through posture!
• learn to conduct a postural analysis and practice on your classmates
• learn common postural deviations
• understand how postural changes can cause pain and poor body function 

• understand the basic mechanics of a walking gait stride
• learn appropriate amounts of range of motion necessary for a proper gait cycle
• learn to assess for abnormalities in a gait pattern
• practice a gait analysis on your classmates

Pay by Module: $900 / module

Testing per module: Included in the module cost (includes a certificate of completion). All lectures, demos, practice, and testing will be done remotely. The students need to have access to all Pilates equipment (Mat, foam roller, Reformer, Cadillac, Springboard, (tower is also acceptable in place of Springboard), chair (combo chair is recommended), Arc (foam arc is necessary for the work on the Reformer), and large ladder barrel.

Paid in full: 

Option 1: All virtual - $3,900

All lectures, demos, practice, and testing will be done remotely. The students need to have access to all Pilates equipment (Mat, foam roller, Reformer, Cadillac, Springboard, (tower is also acceptable in place of Springboard), chair (combo chair is recommended), Arc (foam arc is necessary for the work on the Reformer), and large ladder barrel.

Option 2: Virtual + in Studio - $4,800

All lectures and demos will be done remotely. The practice will be done in studio in our San Rafael location, once a week following the curriculum of the modules. A certified Pilates instructor will be present at the studio to assist with the movements for hands-on correction while the instruction is done virtually.

Option 3: Intensive in Studio - $5,200

This is a 7-day intensive course with all live instruction on all Pilates equipment. The fee does not include travel expenses for the instructor (based on decided destination). Dates and times will be decided as a group. This option requires a minimum of 4 students, who must be in good physical shape to be able to sustain doing Pilates intensively for 7 days in a row. Testing for the certification will take place at a later date, either virtually or in-person depending on the location.

Testing: $350 for the full course; or $150 per module

Class manuals: $40 per module

General Requirement

In order to complete the certification, the Student will need to perform the repertoire from pre-Pilates to the advanced repertoire as well as pass a written and practical exam that will include anatomy, exercise names, posture, and exercise modifications

Self Practice Hours Requirement

Each student is required to complete the following self -practice hours in addition to course work:

Mat – 60 Hrs

Reformer – 60 Hrs

Springboard – 30 Hrs

Cadillac – 15 Hrs

Chair – 30 Hrs

Barrel – 15 Hrs

Student Teaching Hours Requirement

Each student is required to complete the following teaching hours in order to receive a certificate:

Mat – 100 Hrs

Reformer – 100 Hrs

Springboard – 50 Hrs

Cadillac – 25 Hrs

Chair – 25 Hrs

Barrel – 25 Hrs

Assistant Teaching Requirements

Within the self-practice and student teaching hours, the Student needs to have 10 hours of assistant teaching for group classes (either at Synergy+’s place of business or other facility), and 20 hours of observation of private sessions.

Examination Requirement

Each student will be required to pass both a written exam and a practical exam in order to receive his/her certification.

Course Material

Additional cost/expenses:  Each student will be responsible for the purchase of his/her own manuals in addition to the course material that is distributed during class.  These can be purchased through Synergy+ or independently.

Required Reference Material

1. Pilates, Joseph H., Return to Life Through Contrology, Pilates Method Alliance, INC, Miami, 2003. ISBN 0-9768232-0-9
2. Kendall, McCreary, Provance; Muscles Testing and function, Lippincott Williams and Wilkins, Philadelphia, current version.
3. 3D for Medical Complete Anatomy App. (https://3d4medical.com/)

Recommended Reference Material

1. PMA certification manual. (This can be attained on the PMA web site)
2. Anatomy atlas: such as Netter and/or Trail Guide to the Body.

MODULE OBJECTIVES

Understand why Pilates is a successful form of exercise for stabilizing the lumbar spine and SI joint

Learn and understand common spinal conditions pertaining primarily to the lumbar spine

Learn contraindications for each spinal condition

Develop modifications for clients with common spinal conditions

Maximize the benefits of Pilates for each individual

Minimize the risk of further injury with exercise and in daily life

Create a safe exercise program for each client with a Lumbar spine or SI Joint dysfunction

MODULE OBJECTIVES

Understand why Pilates is a successful form of exercise for both the Cervical and Thoracic Spine

Learn and understand common spinal conditions

Learn contraindications for each spinal condition

Develop modifications for clients with common spinal conditions

Maximize the benefits of Pilates for each individual

Minimize the risk of further injury with exercise and in daily life

Create a safe exercise program for each client with a Cervical or Thoracic Spine dysfunction

MODULE OBJECTIVES

Understand why Pilates is a successful form of exercise for someone rehabilitating the Hip and Knee

Learn and understand common Hip and Knee conditions

Learn contraindications for each condition

Develop modifications for clients with common Hip and Knee dysfunction

Maximize the benefits of Pilates for each individual

Minimize the risk of further injury with exercise and in daily life

Create a safe exercise program for each client with a Hip or knee dysfunction

MODULE OBJECTIVES

Understand why Pilates is a successful form of exercise for someone rehabilitating the Ankle and Foot

Learn and understand common Ankle and Foot conditions

Learn contraindications for each condition

Select appropriate exercises for clients with common Ankle and Foot dysfunction based on a Pilates repertoire

Minimize the risk of further injury with exercise and in daily life

Create a safe exercise program for each client with an Ankle or Foot dysfunction

MODULE OBJECTIVES

Understand why Pilates is a successful form of exercise for someone rehabilitating the shoulder

Learn and understand common shoulder conditions

Learn contraindications for each condition

Select appropriate exercises for clients with common shoulder dysfunctions based on a Pilates repertoire

Minimize the risk of further injury with exercise and in daily life

Create a safe exercise program for each client with a shoulder dysfunction

MODULE OBJECTIVES

Understand what Pilates can contribute to the rehabilitation of the Elbow, Wrist, and Hand

Learn and understand some common conditions that may be seen in the clinic

Learn contraindications for each condition

Select appropriate exercises for clients with special conditions and with appropriate modifications (based on a Pilates repertoire)

Minimize the risk of further injury with exercise and in daily life

Create a safe exercise program for each client

MODULE OBJECTIVES

Understand why Pilates is a successful form of exercise for clients with osteoporosis

Learn contraindications to avoid with clients suffering from osteoporosis

Develop modifications for clients with osteoporosis

Maximize the benefits of Pilates for each individual

Minimize the risk of further injury with exercise and in daily life

Create a safe exercise program for each client with osteoporosis

MODULE OBJECTIVES

Understand why Pilates is a successful form of exercise for clients with scoliosis

Learn contraindications to avoid with clients suffering from scoliosis

Develop modifications for clients with scoliosis

Maximize the benefits of Pilates for each individual

Minimize the risk of further injury with exercise and in daily life

Create a safe exercise program for each client with scoliosis

Attendance Requirement

In order to attend the course, the student shall either be a certified Pilates instructor or be able to demonstrate competency in Pilates on the mat and on all the equipment

Certification Requirement

Each student will be required to pass both a written exam and a practical exam in order to receive his/her certification.

Course Material

The course includes access to all videos and presentation slides

Pay by Module:

• $280 / module (Module 1 through 6)
• $95 for the insight into osteoporosis
• $95 for the insight into scoliosis

Certification: Testing per module: $150 per module test

Pay in full: $1,500

Full Certification: Testing: $350

Class manuals: $30 per module