FAQ’s
Introductory Reformer Course
Who is the Introductory Reformer Course for?
It is for teachers who already hold a qualification in Pilates Matwork (BCP, APPI, Foundation, Stott, to name a few) but have no experience in teaching on the Reformer. It is also a useful revision course for those teachers who have been teaching on the Reformer for a number of years but wish to refine their skills and deepen their knowledge.
Is experience as a client on the reformer required before participating in the Introductory Reformer Course?
Yes, It is essential that you have had some experience of being taught on the Reformer before learning how to teach on it. You will learn a great deal more if you have prior experience.
Is there an assessment, examination, supervised teaching period?
No. This course is only offered to qualified Pilates teachers and a certain degree of proficiency is assumed. You will be trained to teach on the equipment but this is in addition to your existing teaching qualification.You will be continuously assessed throughout the duration of a Lisa B Pilates course and on the final day Lisa and yourself will agree whether you have successfully completed the course and a certificate can be awarded accordingly. In the event that it is felt that further training is required, a plan of this training will be agreed.
Is there a qualification or certification?
Students who successfully complete a course will receive a certificate from Lisa B Pilates: Academy for Teachers confirming attendance and successful completion of the course.
Will I be insured to teach on the Reformer?
You should check with your own insurance company. Balens Insurance are happy to accept Lisa B Pilates Academy Certification.If you are insured through another Pilates body, then it is unlikely that training by a third party will be recognised. However, these policies are both deliberately restrictive and expensive and a call to Balens could save you both time and money.
Progressive Reformer Course
Who is the Progressive Reformer Course for?
It is for qualified Pilates teachers who already have previous experience in teaching on the Reformer.
What will the course content be? What we will be taught and at what level?
Course content will be at an intermediate level. It is assumed that the fundamentals of the Reformer repertoire are understood by participants and can be demonstrated proficiently. The course is ideal for teachers who want to teach their more advanced clients at an intermediate level.
Do I have to have completed Lisa B’s Introductory Reformer Course before attending the Progressive Reformer Course.
No. If you are an existing Reformer teacher this is the correct course for you. You are obviously very welcome to participate in The Introductory Reformer Course before taking the Progressive Reformer Course if you would like to, or you are welcome to purchase the manual and instructional video from the course for £150. These are not for general sale and can only be purchased at the same time as a place on the Progressive Reformer Course.
Complete Classical Reformer Course
Who is the Complete Classical Reformer Course for?
It is for qualified Pilates teachers who already have extensive experience teaching on the Reformer and have the physical capability to demonstrate at an advanced level. This is not to say that individuals have to be completely injury free to participate, but it should be noted that it is a tough course.
What will the course content be? What we will be taught and at what level?
It is Lisa’s interpretation of the full classical, advanced repertoire.
Do I have to have completed Lisa B’s Introductory Reformer and Progressive Reformer Course before attending the Complete Classical Reformer Course?
No. If you are an existing, experienced Reformer teacher that would like to work at the highest level, this is the correct course for you. You are obviously very welcome to participate in The Introductory Reformer and the Progressive Reformer Courses before participating in the Complete Classical Reformer course if you would like to, or you are welcome to purchase the manual and instructional video from these courses for £150 each. These are not for general sale and can only be purchased at the same time as a place on the Complete Classical Reformer course.
HIP MATWORK FOUNDATION Course
Who is the HIP MATWORK FOUNDATION Course for?
It is for qualified Pilates teachers who hold a Level 3 certification in Pilates Matwork.
Is there an assessment, examination, supervised teaching period?
No. This course is only offered to qualified Pilates teachers and a certain degree of proficiency is assumed. You will be trained to teach the HIP Pilates method as an addition to your existing teaching qualification.
Is there a qualification or certification?
Students who successfully complete a course will receive a certificate from Lisa B Pilates: Academy for Teachers confirming attendance and successful completion of the course
Will I be able to offer HIP Pilates straight after attending the course?
Yes, if you feel confident to. There are no assessments to this course and as long as you learn the sequences that have been shared on the course then you can begin to offer HIP Pilates to your matwork clients. Lisa will discuss with you ways to introduce HIP Pilates into your existing classes and ideas to help you market a whole new concept class.
Certification of all Courses
Lisa B Pilates Academy reserve the right to decline to certify a student based on judgement of a student’s Pilates skills, knowledge of safe practices, ethical conduct, and professionalism. Lisa B Pilates offers certification of the highest standard and therefore certification is not guaranteed.
