Pilates Level 2: Reformer

Pilates Level 2: Reformer (275 hours)

Our Pilates Level 2: Reformer curriculum is available in two formats. The modular format takes place on four separate weekends over a period of three to four months. The express format is an 11-day continuous immersion program that covers the same content.

The content in Pilates Level 2: Reformer is designed to deepen your knowledge of human movement and increase your skill set so that you may apply it to teaching both in-person and online.

Learning objectives

• Master the complete Pilates reformer repertoire
• Develop exercise modifications and variations for all levels
• Explore ways of working with individual clients in one-on-one setting
• Learn the art of versatile class design for the group machine class environment
• Gain an understanding of primary postural assessment techniques and functional anatomy related to spine, lower and upper limbs

Pre-requisite

Anatomy for Motion and Pilates Level 1: Mat

Note: If you hold a Pilates Mat teacher designation from another school and would like to join our Level 2: Reformer program, please refer to the Pilates Bridge program for details.

Program of study

• Module 1: Reformer Foundations (18 hours)
• Module 2: Reformer Intermediate (18 hours)
• Module 3: Reformer Advanced (18 classroom hours)
• Module 4: Reformer Practical Application (18 classroom hours)

Practice teaching (minimum 100 hours)

Practice teaching involves conducting one-on-one reformer sessions with individuals who agree to act as practice clients.

Self-practice (minimum 100 hours)

The self-practice component consists of practicing on a reformer—on your own or with your peers. It may also include taking Pilates mat or machine classes at the location where you are taking your program.

Evaluation

• Supervised teaching session
• Supervised tutorials
• Written exam
• Practical exam

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Are you a Level 1: Mat graduate? We’ve got your back!

If you are a Body Harmonics Level 1: Mat graduate, you have the opportunity to continue in our Pilates Comprehensive Track and take advantage of our bundled pricing. Contact our Teacher Training team for arrangements.

Maintaining a Body Harmonics certification status

To keep a Body Harmonics certification diploma current, all certified teachers are required to complete 15 hours of continuing education credits (CECs) every two years. Credits can be earned by attending in combination Body Harmonics Continuing Education courses, Pilates classes or one-on-one sessions and relevant educational events through other institutions.