Introduction
This programme is designed to introduce you to the original Pilates repertoire of over 34 movements along with the MK Pilates modifications and variations. The goal is to create a larger body of work to enable you to move your fundamental group Matwork clients toward a more challenging traditional repertoire whilst still adhering to the Michael King Method protocols.
We learn the movements, transition, appropriate stretching and class formatting. For each movement, we develop a difficulty rating together, allowing us to more easily design the class format for the appropriate level of a group. The course also involves homework and a focus on teaching skills, knowledge of the body, and self practice. This is not a physical test however; the aim is to help you understand what areas of your own technique and teaching practice needs attention while demonstrating the teaching skills appropriate to the level of class you would be expected to be able to teach after completing the course.
Hours Summary
Foundation Diploma
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Standard Diploma
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3 Days: 24 lecture hours,
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4 Days: 32 lecture hours,
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Self-Study, Assessment, Essay and Workbook Completion 38 Hours,
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Self-Study, Assessment, Essay and Workbook Completion 38 Hours,
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Self-practice - class attendance - 20 hours
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Self-practice - class attendance - 20 hours
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Teacher Development - Total 82 Hours
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Teacher Development - Total 90 Hours
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Notes:
Matwork Certificate valid for 2 years with a requirement for ongoing education to maintain verification with 14 hours Teacher Development Hours each 2 year period. (When enrolled on Diploma Course and actively attending the courses your certificate will be renewed once automatically.)
Foundation Diploma: Some centres have a delivery format that has less Face to Face time due to local considerations. When this occurs, the extra hours can be accrued through attendance of additional educational events in the subsequent months and years to qualify for a Standard Diploma. Typically, a Foundation Diploma has less observed practice time and fewer tutor led group classes but educational content is not excluded.