Pilates Level 2: Reformer builds on the concepts of Pilates Level 1: Mat. Postural and functional assessments serve as the backdrop to more than 150 exercises and modifications performed on the Pilates reformer machine. Incorporating our unique progressive sequencing™, Modules 1, 2 and 3 cover the beginner, intermediate and advanced Pilates reformer repertoire. Module 4 is devoted to practice and personalized feedback. You leave knowing how to: build bodies with balanced strength and flexibility, improve movement and function, manage injuries and fine-tune athletic performance. Take your clients and your career to the next level by learning to teach functional and challenging reformer group classes and one-on-one sessions with skill and confidence.

The content in Pilates Level 2: Reformer is designed to deepen your knowledge of human movement and increase your skill set so that you may apply it to teaching both in-person and online.

Learning objectives

• Master the complete Pilates reformer repertoire
• Develop exercise modifications and variations for all levels
• Explore ways of working with individual clients in one-on-one setting
• Learn the art of versatile class design for the group machine class environment
• Gain an understanding of primary postural assessment techniques and functional anatomy related to spine, lower and upper limbs

Pre-requisite

• Pilates Level 1: Mat

Program of study

• Module 1: Reformer Foundations (18 hours)
• Module 2: Reformer Intermediate (18 hours)
• Module 3: Reformer Advanced (18 hours)
• Module 4: Reformer Practical Application (18 hours)

Practice teaching (minimum 100 hours, mandatory)

Practice teaching involves conducting one-on-one reformer sessions with individuals who agree to act as practice clients.

Self-practice (minimum 50 hours, mandatory)

The self-practice component consists of practicing on a reformer—on your own or with your peers. It may also include taking Pilates mat or machine classes at the location where you are taking your program.

Evaluation

• Online written exam
• Practical exam

Maintaining a Body Harmonics certification status

At Body Harmonics, we strongly believe in lifelong learning. We want you to be your best as a Pilates & movement teacher. When you’re able to help a wide range of clients to move and feel better, you will be successful and fulfilled in your Pilates career. Continuing education is critical to building professional competence and confidence.

A certification renewal system, based on required professional continuing education, is standard in the Pilates and movement field.

Body Harmonics Pilates certified teachers are required to complete the minimum of 12 Continuing Education Credits (CECs) every two years to maintain their professional status.

The credits are earned by taking education relevant to teaching Pilates and movement. One educational hour = one CEC.

Body Harmonics alone provides over 60 continuing education courses to help you fulfill your CECs. We also accept external education for up to 4 CECs per renewal cycle.