BALANCED BODY TEACHER TRAINING
Learn | Inspire | Teach
Open Day Jan 30th 2021 1-3pm
Movement Principles Feb 19th-21st
Mat & Reformer Teacher Training commencing March 13th.
BECOME A PILATES TEACHER
Immerse yourself with Australian and International industry leaders Sara Colquhoun (Founder of Union Pilates) and Dr Tanya Cates (Founder of Fit Advisor) for a teacher training experience like no other.
Learn about the mechanics of the body, explore and strengthen your physical practice, delve into the history of Pilates and learn how to teach an incredible class that will set you apart from the rest!
Tanya & Sara have each been teaching for over 17 years and have been educating to the Pilates industry for over 20 years and are so excited to take you through the amazing Balanced Body Instructor Training course here in Melbourne.
BOOK YOUR SPOT NOW IN OUR PILATES TEACHER TRAINING MARCH 2021
*On this Page you will find a full overview of our Movement Principles training, Mat – Reformer Teacher Training, all Course Dates & Prices.
Balanced Body® Movement Principles
2021 Feb 19th – Feb 21st 16 Hours Total
The movement principles course includes five sections:
- Whole Body Movement
- Trunk Integration
- Lower Body Strength and Power
- Upper Body Strength and Balance
- Dynamic Flexibility
- Rest and Relaxation.
The focus on practical understanding of common movement patterns prepares you to be excellent at problem solving in class settings, goal setting with clients and learning new exercise techniques with ease.
- Exercise instruction in foundational exercises which apply to any movement and fitness setting.
- A detailed, full colour manual with video support to enhance your learning experience.
- Cueing, coaching and teaching tips.
MOVEMENT PRINCIPLES INVESTMENT: $650
EARLY BIRD INVESTMENT $595 (available till 31/01/2021)



Balanced Body® Mat Instructor Training

The Pilates Mat work is the foundation of the Pilates method. The Balanced Body Mat program includes the full repertoire of Pilates exercises, along with modifications and variations to make your program successful for a wide range of clients. We whole heartedly believe and know from so many years of experience that the Mat Program is essential to your Reformer Training.
MAT 1 (16 HOURS)
Introduction to Pilates & Beginning/Intermediate ExercisesPrerequisites: Movement Principles, 10 Mat classes. Movement Principles or equivalent.
Mat I forms the foundation of the Pilates method. This course includes an introduction to the history and principles of the Pilates method and the beginning and intermediate level exercises.Each exercise includes training on modifications, challenges, the purpose of the exercise and any precautions for injuries and special populations. How to design and teach group classes andguidelines for teaching seniors and pre and post-natal classes are included.
MAT 2 (16 HOURS)Intermediate/Advanced Exercises
Prerequisite: Movement Principles and Mat 1
Mat 2 teaches the remaining intermediate and advanced level Mat exercises for a complete understanding of the Pilates Mat program. Lectures include progressive skill development to achieve the advanced exercises, programming for intermediate and advanced classes and creating successful Mat classes.
MAT 3 – ENHANCED MAT AND PROPS (16 HOURS)
Prerequisite: Mat 1 and 2 or successful completion of comparablePilates mat program.
Balanced Body® Reformer Instructor Training

START YOUR REFORMER TRAINING NOW!
Read through for your Reformer Instructor Training Breakdown:
REFORMER 1 (16 HOURS)
Introduction to the Reformer
Prerequisites: Movement Principles, Mat 1, 2 & 3 + 20 Reformer classes.
Reformer 1 includes an introduction to safely using the PilatesReformer for a wide variety of supine, seated and standing exercises for the beginning to intermediate student. Movement Principles include improving lower body alignment, creating balanced muscle development and learning a protocol for effectively training the upper body.
REFORMER 2 (16 HOURS)Intermediate Exercises
Prerequisite: Reformer 1.
Reformer 2 expands the potential of the Reformer with intermediate and advanced exercises and modifications along with programs designed for special populations including pre-and post-natal clients and clients with lower back injuries. Class design, dynamic assessment and correcting common dysfunctional movement patterns are also included.
REFORMER 3 (16 HOURS)Advanced Exercises & Programming
Prerequisite: Reformer 2
Reformer 3 is the pinnacle of the Reformer work and includes advanced and super advanced exercises to challenge clients to achieve their best. Progressive sequences designed to teach students advanced movement skills are included along with an introduction to the revolutionary Principle Based Programming System helping you to create successful classes for clients at any level.
MAT – REFORMER TEACHER TRAINING DATES
Course commences March 13th 2021


*Movement Principles is a prerequisite to this course and it is included in the overall cost below.
MAT – REFORMER TEACHER TRAINING INVESTMENT:
(Includes Movement Principles course, Mat 1, 2, 3, Reformer 1, 2, 3, BB Manuals & Test out) |
$5,500 (inc GST) | |
EARLY BIRD INVESTMENT:
(Available till February 14th 2021) |
$4,990 | |
LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE- PLACE YOUR DEPOSIT NOW TO SECURE YOUR TRAINING | DEPOSIT: $500
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* Payments can be made in full, two instalments or Monthly payment plans available:
Monthly payment plan:
DEPOSIT $500
8 MONTHLY PAYMENTS of $625
TOTAL MAT-REFORMER TRAINING COURSE HOURS
- 50 Mat/Reformer personal sessions
- 45 observation hours
- 125 student teaching hours
- Final written and practical test.
If you have questions we would love to chat to you more!
Join our OPEN DAY on Jan 30th 2021
@ Union Pilates from 1-3pm
We will take you through a Pilates class and discuss all the common FAQ’s about our Pilates Teacher Training.
Let Tanya & Sara know if you would like to attend the Open Day via email or phone.
E: hello@unionpilates.com.au Ph: 0497839917