Native Pilates

Teacher Training

660 hours | Begins September 2023

 A Comprehensive, Classical Pilates Training
with a Contemporary Approach

Training meets all criteria for the National Pilates Certification Program

with Amanda Howard

We at Native Pilates are thrilled to host our second Pilates Teacher Training in September, 2023.
Breakdown of Hours:
150 Observation
250 Practice Teaching
150 Personal Workouts
100 Lessons
60 Lecture Hours (in person)

Advisor Meetings and Exams (these will be scheduled throughout and before graduation)

660 required hours total

This year-long comprehensive program includes:

  • Mat Pilates

  • Equipment Pilates includes training on: The Reformer, Cadillac/Tower, Low Chair, Ladder Barrel, Magic Circle, and Spine Corrector

  • Pre + Postnatal Pilates and Special Populations Safety

  • Anatomy

  • Injury Prevention and Rehabilitation

  • The Art of Teaching

 

Our Training is Different.

 

Native Pilates Teacher trainees gain…

  • Full comprehension of body mechanics and anatomy, in order to teach to the body at hand

  • A deep understanding of the exercises, the Pilates Method, and the art of teaching each exercise successfully led by Owner, CPI Amanda Howard

  • The ability to teach all bodies and special populations (those who are pre- or postnatal, have scoliosis, or are rehabilitating from injury), safely and with confidence

  • In-depth instruction on anatomy, led by Aimee Bailey, PT and Pelvic Floor Therapist 

  • Full access to the studio for the duration of the program

  • An entire year to dedicate to studying Pilates; these 12-months allow you time to both absorb the information and put it into practice (though some may finish sooner).

  • Eligibility for The National Pilates Certification upon graduation

  • Ability to teach at any Pilates studio upon graduation but does not guarantee that you will teach at Native Pilates

  • Flexibility to workout and train in the studio based on your schedule

 

 

The Details:

  • Investment: $6,500* (Save $500 if paid in full by august 1st)

  • Location: Native Pilates Studio 

  • Start Date: September 16th, 2023 

  • Duration: One year (though some may finish more quickly) 

  • Signup Deadline: September 1st, 2023

  • $500 non refundable deposit due by September 1st to hold your spot. Space is limited to 10 trainees.

  • Pay in full by September 1st to receive a $500 discount

  • See application below for more info and to sign up for required lecture weekend dates.

*Payment plans are available

There will be 4 installments of $1700 due 1 week before each lecture weekend, for a total of $6800. (Your $500 deposit will go towards your first payment).

Lecture weekend Dates

Orientation: July 22nd- Come ask questions and get more info about the program.

Required in person 4 lecture weekends 9:00am-5:00pm Saturdays and Sundays:

September 16-17- The history of Pilates, Intro to Pilates, Pre Pilates

Level 1 on all equipment, mat, and anatomy, level 1 on all equipment, mat, and anatomy

October 14-15- Level 2 on all equipment, mat, and anatomy

January 13-14- Level 3 on all equipment, mat, and anatomy

March 23-24- Learn the Art of Teaching and practicum

Meet your instructors:

  • Amanda Howard

    CPI, Faculty for The Center for Women’s Fitness, Mentorship with Wendy LeBlanc Arbuckle

    Amanda is a mama to three kids, a dancer, a nature lover, and a classically trained Pilates Instructor teaching in Nashville, TN. She believes that Pilates is for everyone regardless of your background and that Pilates can help during pregnancy, after pregnancy, with injury prevention, sports, daily activities, and overall health…

  • Aimee Bailey

    PT, DPT, 200-hr CYT, PCES, Pelvic Health Specialist

    Aimee is a Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist with a passion for helping women live their fullest life. She has been a Physical Therapist for 17 years and has been specializing in the pelvic floor for 14 years.

 Pilates can transform lives.

And So can you.

Take this journey to become a Pilates instructor today!