Bridge Teacher Training Program
Our 12-month Bridge Program is divided into two basic components — Theory and Practical. Each component informs the other. Under the close guidance and mentorship of a senior Beyond Pilates teacher, you will gain a cumulative understanding of the classical Pilates method. A gradual progression in complexity will help you build a significant body of knowledge, which you will then put into practice in the studio. Our goal is to create skilled and confident practitioners, who can inspire their clients with the exercises and the philosophy based on the original classical Pilates method.
The program is comprised of 500 hours of instruction, practice, and rigorous training. Students are taught classical Pilates and study every exercise on every piece of equipment in-depth.
The course theory modules are designed to be held over eight weekends:
Friday: 3 pm to 7 pm
Saturday: 11 am to 7 pm (3 pm to 4 pm break)
Sunday: 10 am to 2 pm (2 pm to 3 pm break)
Upcoming Module Dates
IMPORTANT NOTE:
For BP Teacher Training Program Students you must complete BPTT Module 1-4 twice.
For BP Bridge Teacher Training Program Students all you must do is complete BPBT Module 1-4 once.
Is it right for me?
Beyond Pilates Bridge Program is designed for teachers who already have a diploma or experience teaching, who are looking for new challenges and to deepen their knowledge of classical Pilates to a more comprehensive level of expertise.
To be admitted into Beyond Pilates Bridge Program you must meet the following criteria:
Have a valid diploma and proof that you have been teaching for a minimum of 2 years or have a minimum 500 hours of valid professional teaching hours.
Completed all four weekends of Pro-Dev Advanced Training Intensive Series.
Pass the practice performance assessment at a strong intermediate to advanced level in both Mat and Reformer.
Fill out the check list of Apparatus that you have learned to teach through your certification.
Be free of injury, be a minimum of 8 months postpartum and have a strong understanding and practical knowledge of the Classical Joseph Pilates Repertoire.
If you are not yet at a strong intermediate level in Pilates, but want to enroll in the Bridge Program, you may wish to consider upgrading your skill and knowledge level via a Beyond Pilates pre-apprenticeship. Please contact the program director for more information.
Time Commitment
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2 hours interview/evaluation
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72 hours of seminar instruction (4 weekend modules)
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100 hours practice teaching with volunteer students
100 hours personal workout
80 hours privates and classes (taking lessons from a certified classically trained teacher)
75 hours observing certified teachers
6 hours observed teaching
15 hours Teachers Toolbox Lab
4 hours Functional Anatomy Lab
4 hours of mentor meetings
10 hours of all practical and written exams (approximately)
6 hours The Franklin Method The Art and Science of Cueing
3 hours The Franklin Method Spine Workshop
3 hours The Franklin Method Pelvis Power
IMPORTANT NOTE:
There will be a module assessment practice performance exam of 1 hour between each module which students must pass in order to be able to continue into the next phase of the program. All of the course requirements must be completed within 12 months.
Investment
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Application/Administration fee: $150
Interview/Evaluation fee: $300
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Course Tuition: $6,500.00 (Includes studio internship, reading material, written exam fee, mentor meetings).
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Tuition cost does not include lessons or workshops. Cost will vary according to the type of lessons and teachers you choose.
NOTE:
Fees are priced in Canadian Dollars, plus 5% GST.
Payment plans for course tuition are available, please contact Program Director.
Certification will be awarded upon the successful completion of the requirements for each individual program offered.
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How do I enroll?
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Fill out our Enrollment Consideration Questionnaire for the Teacher Training Program.
An application processing fee of $150 CAN+GST (non-refundable) is to be paid via
Credit Card (we will email you a link) OR
E-transfer to teachertraining@beyonpilates.ca.
Please let us know which method you prefer.
Send your resume to teachertraining@beyondpilates.ca. This must be sent minimum 2 weeks prior to a potential assessment.
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Your submission will be reviewed and if successful, you will be contacted to arrange for an assessment.
The 2.5 hour evaluation/assessment session for Mat and Reformer requires a fee of $300+ GST, which is due at the time of the session.
Note: This in addition to the non-refundable application fee of $150+GST.
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The evaluation session is a practical assessment of your knowledge of Pilates. You will be asked to demonstrate your personal workout on both Mat and Reformer. The Beyond Pilates teacher will be looking for:
Your knowledge of the basic principles of Pilates
Familiarity with the exercises and the apparatus
Ability to perform an intermediate workout without prompting order of the exercises, springs, number of reps, etc.
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If you are accepted into the program, a portion of your tuition fees are payable before the first training date.
