INTERMEDIATE PROGRAM
The Intermediate Program option gives you the opportunity to learn the Introductory- through Intermediate- level repertoire and develop your teaching skills and understanding. An extraordinary training program on its own, it also prepares you to continue with the Advanced Program should you choose.
INTERMEDIATE PROGRAM DETAILS AND REQUIREMENTS
The PEL Intermediate Program is a comprehensive classically focused Pilates Mat and Apparatus training program. It includes the following:
- Pilates Mat: You’ll learn fundamental movement skills as well as the Introductory- to Super Advanced-level Pilates Mat exercises, coupled with functional anatomy and kinesiology training as it relates to teaching the exercises. We will discuss modifications and variations, including use of the Magic Circle, small weights, the wall and other props
- Pilates Apparatus: You’ll learn Introductory- to Intermediate-level exercises on the Reformer, Cadillac/Tower, Wunda Chair, High Chair, Arm Chair, Barrels and Periphery Apparatus.
*Continuing Education Credits available (CEC’s) for Certified Pilates Teachers who choose to audit the lectures with no additional requirements.
INTERMEDIATE PROGRAM REQUIRED HOURS
The Intermediate Program is 555 hours. Students are required to attend all four Lecture/Demonstration weekends (described below) as well as complete practice and teaching requirements as follows.
Note that attending all four Lecture/Demonstration weekends of the Intermediate Program is a prerequisite to participating in the Advanced Program lectures, ensuring that you understand the basic concepts and movements of each exercise and how the mat skills are applied to the apparatus repertoire.
The 555 hours of the Intermediate Program consist of:
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90 hours Weekend Lectures (5 scheduled weekend lectures – 18 hours each)
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+10 hours Anatomy Camp
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+20 Hours PEL Teaching Lab (weekly 50 min workshop classes) = 120 lecture/demonstration
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- 100 hours Self-Guided Practice
- 72 hours Observation (up to 50% may be done online)
- 75 hours Practice Teaching Private Lessons
- 50 hours Practice Teaching Group Classes
- 25 hours Assistant Teaching Group Classes
- 50 Group Apparatus Classes (up to 20% may be done online)
- 25 Mat Classes (up to 50% may be done online)
- 25 Lessons with specific focus
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5 of which are observed practice with notes
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5 of which are additional privates to review questions
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15 of which are observed teaching with notes taken
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- 5 Hours of Mentorship (in person, by phone or on Zoom)
- 8 hours Test Out
- 4 Practical Exams (1 Mat/3 Apparatus)
- 4 Hour Written Exam (2 Mat/2 Apparatus)
The four scheduled Intermediate Program Lecture/Demonstration weekends (72 hours total) are:
Weekend 1: Fundamentals to Intermediate Mat
Anatomy Review, Pilates Principles, Return to Life Review, the History of Joseph Pilates, the Pilates Elders, Modifications, Movement Concepts, Fundamental Movement Skills and Intro – Intermediate Mat
Weekend 2 (Intro to Beginning Apparatus)
Intro – Beginning exercises on the Reformer, Cadillac, Electric Chair and Wunda Chair, Intro periphery: Toe Corrector, Foot Corrector, Pedi-Pole, Breath-A-Cizer, Magic Circle, Ladder Barrel, Spine Corrector, Baby Arc and Arm Chair
Weekend 3 (Intermediate to Advanced and Super Advanced Mat)
Review Intermediate Mat with emphasis on teaching skills, Adv-Super Advanced Mat repertoire, Mat Extras, Wall, Arm Weights, Magic Circle Mat, Teaching Skills/Imagery, Postural Assessment, Safety/Liability, Building your Pilates Business, Special Needs Populations
Weekend 4 (Intermediate Apparatus)
Intermediate level exercises on the Reformer, Cadillac, Electric Chair and Wunda Chair, Continue repertoire on Ladder Barrel, Spine Corrector, Arc Barrel, Pedi Pole, Airplane Board, Head Harness/Neck Stretcher, Magic Circle and Arm Chair
REQUIRED PRIVATE LESSONS FOR THE INTERMEDIATE PROGRAM
The 20 hours of Private Lessons required for the Intermediate Program are specific, helping you hone your understanding and your practice and teaching skills at the Intermediate level.
The 20 hours consist of the following.
Breakdown of Intermediate Program Required Privates
5 Hours of Observed Practice (OP) – with notes
- OP – Beg/Int Mat
- OP – Beginning/Int Reformer
- OP – Beg/Int Chair
- OP – Beg/Int Cadillac/Tower
- OP – Periphery
15 Hours of Observed Teaching (OT) – with notes
- OT – Mat Fund/Beg level client
- OT – Mat Int/Adv level client
- OT – Beg Reformer
- OT – Int Reformer
- OT – Beg/Int Chair
- OT –Int Cadillac/Tower
- OT – Beg Chair
- OT – Int Chair
- OT –Periphery – Barrels
- OT -Periphery – Other Apparatus
- OT – Special populations
- OT – Special populations
- OT – Comprehensive Workout
- OT – Comprehensive Workout
- OT – Comprehensive Workout
5 Additional Privates to ask questions and review – can be interactive OP or OT with a client
INTERMEDIATE PROGRAM COST
Lecture Series:
$3600 for the 4 weekends (72 hours)
Texts:
$60 (approximate cost)
Workbooks:
$240 for 4 workbooks
Private Lessons:
*Prices vary (discounts given)
Group Classes:
*Prices vary (discounts given)
Mat Classes:
*Prices vary (discounts given)
Anatomy Camp:
TBD – Approx $500
Test Out Fees:
$400 ($150 Mat, $250 Apparatus)
*TOTAL:
$4800 (not including private lessons and classes)
*Class and lesson prices vary depending on the type of class and experience level of the teacher. There are a limited number of work-study options available at both studios.
LECTURE/DEMONSTRATION SCHEDULE
2023 Upcoming Training
Weekend 5 – Refinement and Mastery
Friday, Jan 27
Saturday, Jan 28
Sunday, Jan 29
10 am -5 pm (1 hour break from 1-2 pm)
Weekend 6 – Adv/Super Adv Repertoire
Friday, Feb 3
Saturday, Feb 4
Sunday, Feb 5
10 am -5 pm (1 hour break from 1-2 pm)
Weekend 1 – Mat
Friday, March 24
Saturday, March 25
Sunday, March 26
10 am -5 pm (1 hour break from 1-2 pm)
Weekend 2 – Apparatus
Friday, March 31
Saturday, April 1
Sunday, April 2
10 am -5 pm (1 hour break from 1-2 pm)
Weekend 3 – Advanced Mat
Friday, April 28
Saturday, April 29
Sunday, April 30
10 am -5 pm (1 hour break from 1-2 pm)
Weekend 4 – Intermediate Apparatus
Friday, May 5
Saturday, May 6
Sunday, May 7
10 am -5 pm (1 hour break from 1-2 pm)
Weekend 5 – Refinement and Mastery
Friday, Sept 29
Saturday, Sept 30
Sunday, Oct 1
10 am -5 pm (1 hour break from 1-2 pm)
Weekend 6 – Adv/Super Adv Repertoire
Friday, Oct 6
Saturday, Oct 7
Sunday, Oct 8
10 am -5 pm (1 hour break from 1-2 pm)