October 13, 2022

2023 Comprehensive Pilates Teacher Training at Body Aligned

CONGRATULATION CLASS OF 2022!!

A group of women are sitting on top of a pilates machine.

INTERESTED IN BECOMING A PILATES INSTRUCTOR?
CLASS OF 2023 IS NOW OPEN FOR ENROLLMENT!


2023 BODY ALIGNED TEACHER TRAINING* The Body Aligned Comprehensive Pilates Teacher Training consist of a total of 450 hours.


The course includes:

  • 12 days of seminars — 6 modules (6 weekends)
  • Check-offs and 3 mini-tests
  • Year-end review, questions and answers
  • Mentorship with Natalie
  • Opportunity to start teaching immediately
  • Training manual
  • Final exam


Prior to final exam, you will also need to complete:

  • 60 observation hours
  • 100 practice hours (50 self-practice and 50 being instructed by a certified instructor)
  • 100 teaching hours


The studio can accommodate observation, practice and teaching hours. In order to self-practice and teach, you will be required to carry liability insurance. However, hours are not required to be completed at Body Aligned.

Requirements to attend the course:


A minimum of 25 hours of Pilates (mat and equipment) prior to starting Module 1. I highly recommend an anatomy course. I also recommend you read the following three books prior to the start of the course: "Pilates Anatomy" by Rael Isacowitz, and "Your Health" and "Return to Life" by Joseph Pilates. (All available through these links on Amazon.) 


Please apply now as this training will be offered to a maximum of four people.


Next steps:

  1. Schedule a time to have a conversation with Natalie to discuss your path in the program.
  2. You will need to sign the enrollment agreement.
  3. Place a non-refundable deposit of $500 to hold your place. The balance of $6,000 will be due in 6 installments of $1,000 per month.


If you register prior to November 1, 2022, you will receive a discount of $450.*Please note that the Body Aligned Teacher Training does not automatically grant you a Pilates instructor position at Body Aligned. 


To be considered for the upcoming training please email natalie@bodyalignedtampa.com.


Dates*: 

  • Module 1 — Jan 14-15
  • Module 2 — Feb 18-19
  • Module 3 — March 25-26
  • Module 4 — April 29-30
  • Module 5 — June 3-4
  • Module 6 — July 15-16

*Dates subject to change



Reserve a spot now. ONLY 3 SPOTS AVAILABLE!

Contact natalie@bodyalignedtampa.com for enrollment contract.

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