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Course Summary

Intro to the Pilates Method

This course is an investment in self-care that will leave you with an enhanced mind-body connection. The course is designed to motivate you to make Pilates a part of your everyday routine for improved mental, emotional and physical wellbeing.

The Introduction to Pilates pathway will build your confidence in your own ability and will improve your own personal practise of the pilates method.

Whether or not you choose to use the Introduction to the Pilates Method course as a stepping stone to a pathway or Diploma, you will graduate having learned the basics required to continue building your skills.


Intro to Anatomy

Whether you are studying for a Professional Pilates Matwork or Diploma of Professional Pilates Instruction (10838NAT) or just have an interest in finding out more about human anatomy and the principles of movement, this course is for you.

Introduction to Anatomy covers the basic anatomy and physiology principles and practical application to movement. As a student, you will gain an understanding of the body’s skeletal structure and the role of bones and muscles in relation to movement.

100% online – self directed

This student will be 100% online, self directed, and self paced.

This student has chosen this method of delivery as someone who is autonomous, and likes to work independently, setting appropriate time aside to enjoy the benefits of personal body practise and time spent moving.

Inclusions: 

  • Intro to Pilates eLearn
  • Pilates ‘home use’ practise exercise videos
  • Intro to Anatomy learning resources

Course cost:

Intro to the Pilates Method and Intro to Anatomy

  • $495 (cost covers both ITP and ITA online learning materials and resources) *Course fees are non-refundable

Contact Katrina Edwards on katrina@nationalpilates.com.au

Start dates:

Duration:

3 months eLearn access

100% online only – self directed , start today, any time, anywhere.

Enrolments

Name Location Cost
Introduction to Anatomy & Introduction to Pilates $495.00
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What will you learn?

Upon completion of the Introduction to the Pilates Method and Introduction to Anatomy, you will have studied:

  • The fundamental concepts and principles of the Pilates Method
  •  Foundation, introductory and basic level Pilates matwork exercises
  • Skills required for self-directed Pilates practice at a basic level
  • Techniques to improve mind-body connection, body awareness and wellbeing
  • Practises that increase energy levels and physical confidence
  • Methods for reducing stress
  • Take home activities and exercises to encourage daily practice
  • Introduction to the muscular and skeletal systems, their roles within the body and the associated terminology.
  • The structural skeletal characteristics of the lumbar spine and muscles of the lumbar region, abdominal wall and pelvic floor.
  • The structural skeletal characteristics of the thoracic spine and cage, and the muscles of the thoracic region.
  • Breathing and the muscles used during passive and forced respiration.
  • The commonly addressed muscles of the neck and their origin, insertion and action.
  • The structural skeletal characteristics and differences of the cervical spine and its varied range of motion between the different vertebrae.
  • The characteristics of the skeletal structure of the shoulder and how it moves around the axial skeleton.
  • The muscles of the rotator cuff and shoulder girdle and their origin, insertion and action.
  • The basic characteristics of the pelvis and its surrounding musculature and their actions.
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