Pilates Teacher Trainings

Teaching is more than imparting knowledge; it is inspiring change. Learning is more than absorbing facts; it is acquiring understanding.

As part of a Continuing Movement Education, Lillian has created an international Platform where she will lead twice per year Mat PIlates certifications, Refomer and Comprehensive Pilates Teacher Trainings. Pilates certification is a process whereby you can become recognized as a trained Pilates professional who is able to teach others how to perform Pilates repertoire. Lillian provides an internationally accredited Pilates Teacher Training, endorsed by PMI Physical Mind Institute and accredited by International recognized Pilates Institutions. Lillian is a ®NCPT National Certified Pilates Teacher and a CEC Provider.

The training follows the Classical Series which is guided on a safe and evidence-based approach to Rehabilitation. Understand the use and train on the complete and intelligent Pilates equipment. Ask yourself what you can and can’t do as a future Pilates teacher through a critical thinking-based approach. Develop into a movement practitioner of Pilates by immersing yourself in the exploration of movement, proprioception awareness and embody a somatic practice. ⁠Learn anatomy through your own imagination and personal experience. Matwork, Reformer, Cadillac, Springboard, Wunda Chair, Ladder Barrel and Spine Corrector.

2023 second semester PTT will be scheduled soon!

Past certifications:

Classical Pilates Matwork Certification

Classical Matwork Basic February 25th 2023 Saturday 12:30 pm – 6:30 pm February 26th Sunday 12:30 pm – 6:30 pm

Classical Matwork Advanced March 11th 2023 Saturday 12:30 pm – 6:30 pm March 18th Saturday 12:30 pm – 6:30 pm, Final Exams: Practical & Written.

The program is designed to empower critical thinking through movement concepts. The Pilates Classical Repertoire will be taught, closely following Joseph Pilates’s base concepts, exercises and philosophies. As all bodies are different, functional anatomy and biomechanics will be taught, focusing on modifications to instil resilience and self-awareness. 

Our program is divided into 2 modules: Basic and Advanced; both are presented on a face to face platform and if needed, via online teaching.

Classical Reformer Diploma

Workshops are an excellent way to keep learning and increase your movement knowledge, update and refresh your repertoire to assist or challenge your clients, and improve your teaching skills. All the workshops we offer provide continuing education credits REPs UAE (CPD).Join to our Classical Reformer Repertoire Workshop where you will get essential information about the Classical Reformer Series. Elemental Movement biomechanics will be discussed, the workshop scheme is part of the practical part Comprehensive PTT which is designed to empower critical thinking through movement concepts. The Pilates Classical Repertoire will be taught, closely following Joseph Pilates’s base concepts, exercises and philosophies. As all bodies are different, we will also focus on adaptations and modifications to instil resilience and self-awareness.
Date and Timing:
September 2022
Saturday 3rd 10 am – 5 pm Sunday 4th 10 am – 1 pm Fee:2500 AED Where: Movement Therapy Studio, Al Reem island, Abu Dhabi

We are pleased to invite you to our Comprehensive Pilates Teacher Training (PTT). The training will take place between SEPTEMBER to DECEMBER 2022. The PTT is designed to empower critical thinking through movement concepts. The Pilates Classical Repertoire will be taught, closely following Joseph Pilates’s base concepts, exercises and philosophies. As all bodies are different, we will also focus on adaptations and modifications to instil resilience and self-awareness. Our teacher-training program is divided into 6 modules between face to face and online teaching.


You are able to attain two certifications:
Comprehensive Module 1, 2, 3 , 4 , 5 & 6
Matwork Module 5 & 6

REQUIREMENTS for the Comprehensive Certification:

  • Students must be at least 18 years old and 
  • Have a  fitness and/or a previous Pilates certification 
  • OR have attended at least 10  apparatus or mat classes  
  • OR train on a regular basis. 

All modules must be completed in order to attain the comprehensive program certification.

REQUIREMENTS for the Matwork Certification:

Students must be at least 18 years old and have previously attended 5 to 10 mat Pilates classes. 

GOALS: 

 

Understand and be able to apply anatomical and myofascial release concepts in order to enhance proprioception. 

Understand and perform Classical Pilates Repertoire on all Pilates equipment.  

Understand precautions, contraindications and modifications for injury and special populations.

Utilize tactile cueing to provide hands-on guidance.

Employ neuro-linguistic techniques and imagery to give meaningful and relatable cues.

Develop a clear understanding of the Pilates technique, through movement quality concepts through observation.

Practice teaching.

Assess and develop well-thought programs for any client based on the Classical Pilates repertoire.

Prepare appropriate adaptations with props when needed. 

QUALIFICATIONS of the Program:

The Pilates Matwork Certification is undergoing the process of being listed on the Pilates Method Alliance since it covers all aspects of training such as movement anatomy, Pilates principles and hours of teaching.

 

The Comprehensive Teacher Training Certificate Program covers all aspects of training and apprenticeship to ensure that graduates meet the international requirements training in Pilates as required by the PMA, Pilates Method Alliance, based in the U.S.A. 

 

The Pilates Teacher Training program is in accordance with international standards and qualifications and is recognised by REPs UAE. Each module can be taken alone and validated as a workshop. https://www.repsuae.com/training/entry-qualifications 

 

The certification is issued in collaboration with and endorsed by Physical Mind Institute NY, an Institute compelled with renewing Pilates education. The PMI PhysicalMind Institute® was established in 1991 to carry on the work of Joseph Pilates. Beginning with the Certification of Pilates Teachers, the Institute continued the tradition of looking at bodies and adapted what was needed for better movement and pain relief. www.physicalmindinstitute.com

 

The teacher training is led by Lillian Castillo-Müller who is a PMA ®NCPT Master Pilates Trainer and Yoga teacher, Franklin Method Educator with more than 15 years of experience in movement education, dance and choreography https://linktr.ee/lilliancmuller

 

The rehabilitation module of the course will be led by Josephine Griscti, a Neurological Physiotherapist, Pilates instructor, Yoga teacher and Rehabilitation Specialist. 

 

PRICING:

 

What you will receive during Comprehensive Teacher-Training Certificate Modules 1,2, 3, 4, 5,6:

  • Apparatus Manual & Fundamentals – Printed
  • Pilates Anatomy & Protocols – Digital Copy
  • Access to use 10 hrs in the MTS space with the Apparatus with prior booking. 
  • Fees are 17,400 AED VAT –  EXAM Included.
  • Fees per Module 2900 AED VAT included.
  • Early Bird for the complete Training, paid in full – 14,790 AED 

 

What you will receive during Matwork Certificate Modules 5 & 6:

 

  • Matwork Manual & Fundamentals – Printed
  • Pilates Anatomy & Protocols – Digital Copy
  • Access to train 4 hrs in the MTS space, no peak hours, with prior booking. 
  • Fees are 5800 AED VAT and Exam Included.
  • Fees per Module 2900 AED

 

Module 1 Classical Reformer

September Saturday 3rd, Sunday 4th 10 am-6 pm Presential 

September Friday 16th 5 pm-7 pm On line

 

Module 2 Cadillac & Springboard

September Saturday 24th, Sunday 25th 10 am-5 pm Presential 

September 30th 5 pm – 7pm On line

 

Module 3 Wunda Chair & Rehabilitation Approach

October Saturday 15th, Sunday 16th 10 am- 5 pm Presential 

October 28th  5 pm – 7pm On line 

 

Module 4 Ladder Barrel & Spine Corrector

November Saturday 5th, Sunday 6th 10 am- 5 pm Presential 

November 18th Presential / video shooting 5 pm – 7pm

 

Module 5 Classical Matwork Basic

November Saturday 26th, Sunday 27th 10 am-5  pm Presential

 

Module 6 Classical Matwork Advanced

December 9th 5 pm – 7pm  Saturday 10th, Sunday 11th 10 am- 5 pm Presential, video shooting and Final Exam.

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