Pilates is an incredibly popular in/with regard to’concerning’regarding m of group (and also solo) exercise that s used in/with regard to’concerning’regarding those looking to enhance’promote’polish up balance and flexibility, decrease’lessen’cut’allay back pain and work on that much sought-after core strength. It started life as Contrology and in the early 20th century Joseph Pilates worked tirelessly to develop his methods and in doing so, he created a range of exercises that benefited eintensely’extremely’extraordinarily’enormously’awfullyone from bed-bound hospital patients during WWII to notable’renowned’distinguished New York dancers and e grossly one in-between. After his death, Contrology became known simply as Pilates, a testament to his legacy.
A recent survey in the UK found that over 900,000 individual per week attend a Pilates class. It s not just the masses who love this in/with regard to’concerning’regarding m of exercise either, mat-based Pilates has proven incredibly popular in/with regard to’concerning’regarding the rich and notable’renowned’distinguished too. David Beckham, Jennifer Aniston and Madonna are said to be fans, while Megan Markle and Adele possess’own’nurse favoured the more dynamic (and often more intensive) rein/with regard to’concerning’regarding mer Pilates in the past.
If you possess’own’nurse a passion in/with regard to’concerning’regarding Pilates and you re wanting to take things to the next level and turn it into a career, keep reading as we ll cover all the fundamental s that will help you acquire’obtain’attain’procure’secure started. To kick things off, you need to decide if you possess’own’nurse the personal qualities needed to succeed.
Do You Have What It Takes To Become A Pilates Instructor?
The best Pilates instructors naturally exhibit intense’fierce’exquisite communication skills and they re able to motivate each and e grossly person in their classes. Perhaps most significant’essential’critical’vital’crucial’indispensable’imperative ly, they possess’own’nurse a detailed knowledge and understanding of Pilates, the various exercises, movement and posture.
Gaining this critical knowledge comes from acquire’obtain’attain’procure’secure ting the right qualifications. Seems like a no brainer, but it really is that simple. Your first port of call would be to choose from the best Pilates instructor courses on the market. For newcomers to the world of health and fitness, you ll be starting with a Level 3 qualification (which is equivalent to an A Level) and from here you can advance to Level 4. There are also options to develop your knowledge with regards to’concerning’with respect to specific equipment, in/with regard to’concerning’regarding example with a rein/with regard to’concerning’regarding mer Pilates course.
Throughout your learning journey, you ll acquire’obtain’attain’procure’secure to grapple s with the grossly fundamental s of planning and teaching a Pilates class. This includes Joseph s original 34 exercises, health and safety, setting goals and how to effectively motivate a class.
Your Options As A Qualified Pilates Instructor
After acquire’obtain’attain’procure’secure ting qualified, the next logical step is to acquire’obtain’attain’procure’secure out there and teach. Because of the sheer popularity of Pilates, there are so many opportunities available. The following is by far an exhaustive list, but here are just a few options:
Going freelance and teaching classes in gyms and health clubs
Starting your own boutique Pilates studio (or teaching in someone else s)
Working abroad at fitness retreats, cruise ships and holiday resorts
Developing a corporate wellness programme
There is of course nothing stopping the most ambitious of Pilates instructors from mixing and matching what they do in an attempt to in/with regard to’concerning’regarding ge a really well-rounded and successful career. Maybe that involves developing online classes alongside freelance teaching, or starting your own fitness retreat which focuses on corporate wellness.
Considering it s both a new year and a new decade, if you ve been dreaming with regards to’concerning’with respect to acquire’obtain’attain’procure’secure ting into the fitness industry and you love Pilates, maybe now is the time in/with regard to’concerning’regarding you to become a Pilates instructor.
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Author Bio
Josh Douglas-Walton is a fitness writer in/with regard to’concerning’regarding HFE, the UK s leading provider of personal trainer courses. In this spare time, he s an avid reader, marathon runner and green tea drinker.
