Pilates MAT

The Pilates Method is a physical conditioning technique that originated by Joseph H. Pilates in the 1920’s. Pilates was a performer and boxer living in England at the outbreak of World War 1. Placed under forced internment with other German nationals in Lancaster, he taught his fellow camp members exercises he had developed over years of self-study. He eventually named his work Contrology, known today as The Pilates Method or Pilates technique.

The Pilates Method subsequently became an approach to fitness and rehabilitation known for developing core stability, whole-body strength, balanced flexibility, and efficient movement. Pilates exercises strengthen and stretch complementary muscle groups simultaneously in order to enhance the articulation and muscular support of the spine with the goal of establishing a balanced relationship between mobility and stability for all movement function. Essential components of The Pilates Method include: enhanced body awareness and mind-body integration; the development of an efficient and leaner muscular tone; integration of the fundamental role of breath for all movement expression; and physical control. Students learn to minimize unnecessary strain on the neck and lower back by developing skills that encourage one to work with the body, not against it.

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DURATION: 40 hours of studio instruction, plus self-practice, observation, and internship teaching hours. Details are outlined on page 35 in the Certification Information Package. Maximum 7 students

PRE-REQUISITE: IMT Certification Program or permission from the Director.