YMCA Level 3 Diploma in Instructing Pilates Matwork
Start your career as a qualified Pilates Matwork Instructor with YMCAfit.
Our YMCA Level 3 Diploma in Instructing Pilates Matwork is a qualification awarded by YMCA Awards and designed to develop the knowledge, practical skills and confidence you need to plan, deliver and evaluate Pilates Matwork sessions and programmes.
The qualification meets the industry requirements to become a Pilates Matwork Instructor, as set out within the CIMSPA professional standard.
Accreditation
Hours
473
Price
£1450
About this course
Become a Pilates instructor with YMCAfit
Whether you want to teach group Pilates classes, work one-to-one with clients or develop a career within a Pilates studio or health and fitness environment, this qualification provides the foundation you need.
The YMCA Awards qualification enables learners to plan, deliver and evaluate group and one-to-one Pilates Matwork sessions and programmes, including the use of small equipment to modify exercises. Our hybrid approach combines the flexibility of online learning through the YMCAfit eLearning platform with extensive face-to-face, tutor-led practical training.
You’ll have the freedom to learn around your existing commitments, while still benefiting from valuable time with experienced tutors to practise, develop your skills and build confidence.
And you won’t be on your own. Our dedicated student support team is there throughout your learning journey to help you stay on track, answer questions and provide guidance whenever you need it.
Flexible learning formats
Weekends
Weekdays
Overview
- Understanding of Pilates principles, foundations and professional practice.
- Applied anatomy and physiology relevant to Pilates movement and exercise.
- Exercise selection, sequencing and session planning.
- Safe and effective demonstration and instruction.
- Verbal and visual communication and teaching skills.
- Ability to adapt exercises appropriately for participants.
- Professional skills for creating positive participant experiences.
- Programming skills that extend beyond a single Pilates session.
Skills
- Share your passion with others in a safe and effective classroom.
- Learn to teach both group classes and one to one sessions.
Career progressions
- Achieve a qualification that provides opportunities to work in gyms, leisure centres and Pilates studios.
- Work freelance delivering classes in various settings to build a regular committed, clientele, which will provide you with a regular income.
- Gain the potential to earn more and increase your employability.
- Broaden your client base and help boost your earnings.
- Learn the skills and knowledge to build a longstanding career.
Support
- Taught by experienced and industry-qualified tutors who will provide guidance and support throughout the course.
- Access online eLearning.
- Unparalleled support online, over the phone and in person.
Live Webinars
- Tutor-led webinars for tailored support & guidance
Online Learning
- eLearning and underpinning knowledge through the YMCAfit platform
Practical training
- 6 face-to-face tutor-led training days
Assessment
- 1 dedicated face-to-face assessment day
Independent tasks
- Analysis, Session Plan and Programming Tasks
- Minimum age: 16
- A basic level of fitness and experience of participating in Pilates sessions.
- Willingness to perform and be assessed in front of peers and assessors.
- Learners must have access to a device with stable internet for online sessions.
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