From fundamentals to advanced movement, and wide array of variations inbetween! 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. By incorporating the Balanced Body movement principles, we give you the power to be a transformative teacher. Mat 1 (16 hours) Introduction to Pilates & Beginning/Intermediate Exercises Prerequisites: Movement Principles, 10 Mat classes. 6 months experience teaching movement and anatomy recommended. Mat 1 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 and guidelines 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) Enhanced Mat + Props Prerequisite: Mat 1 and 2 or successful completion of comparable Pilates mat program. CEC course: Take for continuing education credits or simply to add infinite variety to your current Mat programming. Students who have taken Mat training, either from Balanced Body or another provider are welcome. Enhanced Pilates Mat completes the mat training by adding rings, rollers, bands and balls to the traditional Mat exercises. In addition, Enhanced Mat includes functional exercises for the upper and lower body expanding the Mat work beyond the core to develop whole body strength and flexibility. The Balanced Body Programming System is introduced to make class design easy, effective and fun. Adding props to a mat class makes them more dynamic, creative and accessible and clients love toys! Requirements for Completion – Mat only To become a fully qualified Balanced Body Mat Instructor, students must complete the following: – Anatomy (strongly recommended) – Balanced Body Movement Principles (16 hours) – Balanced Body Mat 1 – Course work and module test (16 hours) – Balanced Body Mat 2 – Course work and module test (16 hours) – Balanced Body Mat 3 – Course work and module test (16 hours) – 20 Mat personal sessions, 15 observation hours and 35 student teaching hours. – Final written and practical test. Total hours for completion of Mat program: 134 hours. Upon completion of all requirements, a certificate of completion as a Balanced Body Mat Instructor will be issued.

Join the Balanced Body® Reformer program and become a successful Reformer instructor, after completing the 72 hours of face-to-face instruction, 126 hours of practice – a combination of self-practice, observation and practice teaching and a written and practical test. Reformer I – includes an introduction to the Pilates Reformer, set up and safety, beginning exercises, program sequencing and teaching tips for group classes. Reformer II – includes intermediate exercises and modifications designed for group and individual instruction. Teaching successful classes and sessions to clients at different levels of ability is emphasized. Included are a variety of programs designed to keep your clients inspired. Reformer III – includes advanced exercises plus modifications for sports specific activities, tips for training the advanced client, and programs designed for specific sports.

Join the Balanced Body® Apparatus program and become a full Pilates instructor. The Apparatus program involves 48 hours of face-to-face instruction and 150 hours of practice – a combination of self-practice, observation and practice teaching and a written and practical test. Learn cuing, teaching and safety tips as well as equipment safety and maintenance for the complete repertoire of Trapeze Table, Cadillac, Tower, Pilates Chair and Barrels. This course provides you with a great variety of tools to use when working with your clients and qualifies you to take the Comprehensive Pilates Instructor exam.

Learn how to recognize, improve and teach fundamental movement patterns with the Movement Principles, the foundation of the Balanced Body instructor training system. This course is designed for both new and experienced instructors to refine their understanding of the body in motion. Movement Principles is the prerequisite for the Balanced Body Pilates program and the heart of the Balanced Body Movement Specialist Certification. Take it to become a truly transformative instructor. Movement Principles (16 hours) Prerequisite for all Pilates course work (starting 1/1/2019). Foundation course for the Balanced Body® Movement Specialist Certification. The Movement Principles provides a solid foundation for training in any environment, with any equipment. You will come away with a complete tool box for effectively training clients to recover from injuries, improve their general fitness and enhance their performance. The movement principles course includes five sections: Whole Body Movement Trunk Integration Lower Body Training Upper Body Training Mobility and Restoration The focus on practical understanding of common movement patterns prepares instructors to be excellent at problem solving, goal setting and learning new exercise techniques with ease.

This course includes an introduction to the key elements of the musculoskeletal system including the bones, joint structure and function and the primary muscles involved in movement. Specifically geared toward Pilates and movement teachers, it includes practical exercises on the functions of the muscles and joints allowing you to embody the information more effectively.

Balanced Body brings the precision and movement principles of Pilates to suspension training with the Bodhi Suspension System®. Taking the body out of alignment with gravity fires the core stability muscles and develops integrated, whole-body strength and dynamic flexibility. The Bodhi Suspension System offers four potential points of suspension to maximize stability training and proprioception while providing many options for creativity. Learn essential exercises and how to create balanced class sequences using Balanced Body’s unique track system. This 2-day course will provide you with everything you need to teach a variety of formats, from small group personal training to circuit training to private sessions. Re-ignite your studio and excite your bodies with the Bodhi Suspension System!

Add challenge and variety to your Pilates Mat class with the new lightweight Pilates Arc. Increase your abdominal work and expand your repertoire with this great new toy.

AMP UP YOUR VERTICAL AND CORE TRAINING! The CoreAlign® system from Balanced Body® stimulates core muscles to fire in perfect timing while performing challenging exercises, stretches, and core controlled aerobic training. The CoreAlign® provides a superior environment for training gait, balance, core stability and sport specific movements in a flexible and dynamic environment. Get a unique exercise experience that improves gait, posture, balance, and more. All fitness levels will feel the difference, from everyday function to competitive athletes! FIT Thailand offers Balanced Body® CoreAlign® training for individuals with a strong background in movement, such as accredited Pilates instructors, personal trainers, movement teachers and physical therapists. Instructor Training CoreAlign® 1: Foundations (16 Hours)  Foundations, is the heart of the CoreAlign® training program. The course includes the theoretical basis of the CoreAlign® method along with essential exercises to illustrate the full potential of the CoreAlign®. Program includes:  60+ foundation exercises designed to build functional movement skills applicable to daily life and athletic pursuits. Exercises in standing, plank, all fours and supine positions.  Specific exercise Tracks to focus on Trunk Integration, Upper Body Strength and Balance, Lower Body Strength and Power, Gait and Dynamic Flexibility. Progressions and regressions to address clients at different levels of ability. Specific modifications and precautions for working with clients with injuries and special populations. The Balanced Body® Movement Principles to make your training more efficient, effective and safe.  CoreAlign® equipment set up, maintenance and safety.

AMP UP YOUR VERTICAL AND CORE TRAINING!  The CoreAlign® system from Balanced Body® stimulates core muscles to fire in perfect timing while performing challenging exercises, stretches, and core controlled aerobic training. The CoreAlign® provides a superior environment for training gait, balance, core stability and sport specific movements in a flexible and dynamic environment. Get a unique exercise experience that improves gait, posture, balance, and more. All fitness levels will feel the difference, from everyday function to competitive athletes! FIT Thailand offers Balanced Body® CoreAlign® training for individuals with a strong background in movement, such as accredited Pilates instructors, personal trainers, movement teachers and physical therapists. Instructor Training CoreAlign® 2: Progressions (16 Hours)  Progressions, builds on the foundation of CoreAlign® 1 with progressions of the key exercises learned in CoreAlign® 1 and additional exercise categories, training options and teaching techniques. Program includes: Progressions of plank and standing exercises to address a range of training goals from core stabilization to creating integrated rotation for throwing sports. Training options using rotator discs, variable directions of resistance and moments of suspension. Exercises to challenge balance, coordination and complex movement patterns to prepare clients for anything life throws their way. CoreAlign® 2 provides an excellent platform for improving functional movement patterns for clients at any level of ability from physical therapy patients to professional athletes.

Learn to use small balls in a surprising variety of ways to add challenge, interest and fun to your Mat classes. Balls can be used to increase proprioception and alignment, assist in engaging the core, and add balance and stability challenges. This is one of the most inexpensive ways to add variety to your classes

Elastic tubing and bands bear a remarkable resemblance to the springs Joe Pilates used on his apparatus. Incorporating bands into a Mat class allows you to increase upper and lower body work, add resistance to basic Mat exercises and introduce Reformer repertoire into your classes.

The magic circle or ring is an original invention of Joseph Pilates that adds challenge to any Mat class. Learn the full repertoire, class sequences and fun ways to incorporate this inexpensive tool into your program.

The 6-inch foam roller adds balance and stability challenges to your classes. It is also a great tool for myofascial release and self-massage. Your students will love it!

The MOTR®a small, affordable piece of equipment that allows you to train your clients anywhere while focusing on key principles of alignment, balance, core control and functional movement patterns. Exercises vary easily to provide appropriate fitness challenges for clients at any level, from senior citizens to professional athletes. Learn key positions and exercises as well as sequences and programming for private and group sessions as well as how to combine Balanced Body®Movement Principles, the power of aerobic conditioning and the balance and release exercises of a foam roller in this inspiring workshop.

The MOTR®a small, affordable piece of equipment that allows you to train your clients anywhere while focusing on key principles of alignment, balance, core control and functional movement patterns. Exercises vary easily to provide appropriate fitness challenges for clients at any level, from senior citizens to professional athletes. Learn key positions and exercises as well as sequences and programming for private and group sessions as well as how to combine Balanced Body®Movement Principles, the power of aerobic conditioning and the balance and release exercises of a foam roller in this inspiring workshop.

This course is intended to provide participants with the minimum core knowledge and skills required to provide basic life support care to suddenly ill or injured persons prior to the arrival of professional EMS personnel. You will learn how to administer cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and automatic external defibrillation (AED) to unresponsive individuals and emergency assistance to conscious and unconscious choking victims. This course is required for all personal trainers and should be required of all fitness professionals.