“Ten Health & Fitness is a brand associated with Pilates excellence. With 11 beautiful studios located in and around the capital, showcasing our Allegro® and Allegro® 2 Reformers plus a long-standing and respected own-brand education program, the company is perfectly positioned to deliver our education offering.”
Joy Puleo, Director of Education at Balanced Body
About the Course
Develop the skills to create dynamic, safe and effective group Reformer Pilates programming with this innovative curriculum based on movement science and the Pilates method. We’ve partnered with Balanced Body Education® to bring you adaptable training, for all fitness levels, that will help you attract and retain clients as a Reformer Pilates group instructor.
By registering for this course, you’ll benefit from a combination of 5 days’ experiential instruction exploring essential Pilates foundational exercises, exercise review, practice and instruction, as well as access to the Balanced Body Education Platform to complete additional at-home study.
“The whole staff are very friendly and helpful and the course content was challenging and exciting. I'd recommend anyone looking into a reformer course to check this one out. You will not be disappointed.”
Louise Ginsberg, October 2017 graduate
Course Structure
- 5 live training days
- At home study
- A written theory test – including a combination of multiple choice and essay style questions
- A practical teaching assessment
Learning Outcomes
This qualification consists of three courses. Successful completion will include;
Course One – Movement Principles: The Essentials Of Pilates
16 hours (50% in-person and 50% on-demand)
This experiential course introduces the essential building blocks of the Pilates methodology. Instructors gain awareness of their own movement patterns and biases and learn how to train movement to optimise the body in motion and the stages for successful Pilates classes and sessions. Includes in-person and on-demand learning.
Pre-requisites: None
Course Two – Reformer Level 1 for the Fitness Professional
16 hours
Reformer Level 1 explores the limitless movement potential of the Reformer and teaches instructors how to safely utilise the Reformer in group settings. It provides the ‘why’ behind the ‘how’, empowering critical reasoning skills from the beginning of training. Students learn how to create dynamic group Reformer classes and how to cue the beginning and intermediate Pilates Reformer exercises. This module also reviews common modifications necessary for addressing individual member needs.
Pre-requisites:
- Mat and Reformer ongoing personal practice
- Pilates Mat for the Fitness Professional or a Mat Certification preferred
- 2 to 5 years teaching experience as group instructor, personal trainer or yogi
Course Three – Reformer Level 2 for the Fitness Professional
16 hours
Reformer Level 2 expands on Reformer movement with intermediate and advanced exercises that are appropriate and safe in the group environment. This course includes progressions, regressions, and more common modifications. It also explores programs for specific populations, including pre and post–natal clients, those with osteoporosis and lower back issues. Class design and dynamic assessment also included.
Pre-requisites:
- Reformer Level 1 for the Fitness Professional
“One of the most rewarding 6 weeks I have ever done. Anyone who has the privilege of training in the Ten Academy will have a great career as a Pilates instructor.”
Tyson James, One Heart Pilates & PT, Brisbane
Who is this Course for?
- Mat Pilates Teachers
- Personal Trainers
- Gym Instructors
- Yoga Instructors
- Group Fitness Instructors
- Pilates Mat for the Fitness Professional or a Mat Certification preferred
- 2 to 5 years teaching experience as group instructor, personal trainer or yogi
About Ten Education
For rehabilitation, fitness and exercise professionals who understand the importance of quality of movement, a TenEducation Dynamic Reformer certification is a powerful addition to their repertoire of treatment and teaching tools.
Established in 2007, Ten has trained hundreds of health and fitness professionals to use the Pilates Reformer machine and help their clients and students to move better. Once certified, you too will able to use the Reformer effectively, safely and expertly in both group and 1:1 sessions.
“I initially applied for the course because of Ten’s reputation as being the gold standard of Dynamic Reformer and it definitely lived up to my expectations. The structure of the course allowed me to put my knowledge into practice with immediate effect.”
David Lam, London
Why learn with Ten & Balanced Body?
“Ten Health & Fitness are miracle workers.” – Daily Telegraph
Get certified with the recognised Industry leaders:
Dynamic Reformer Pilates is at the heart of everything we do at Ten. We first introduced Londoners to Dynamic Reformer Pilates over 15 years ago, and we’ve continued to pioneer its development since. With over 250 classes a weeks across our Studios, our industry-acclaimed approach has made us the largest and most popular Dynamic Reformer Pilates provider in Europe. You’ll see our classes featured regularly in both the fitness industry and popular press and our name is synonymous with quality and results.
A proven, popular and practical approach to the Reformer:
You’ll learn how to teach our innovative, highly regarded approach. Through our in-house and external academy we have taught hundreds of health and fitness professionals who have gone onto careers with both us and at fitness providers around the world.
Expert course teachers and course design:
All courses are taught by Ten Master Trainers and/or Tutors – some of the most respected, experienced and qualified Trainers in the industry and all with a wealth of practical experience with clients of all ages, levels and capabilities.
High quality resources to support your learning
As soon as you’re registered for the course you’ll receive access to the Balanced Body Education Platform which includes online learning resources, such as;
- Video exercise review
- Programming
- Cueing tips
- Digital manuals
Testimonials from Previous Students
“Thank you! The support you offered was amazing.”
“Very professional and helpful throughout the whole month of learning.”
“Highly recommended! The teaching was outstanding and the content was incredibly interesting and challenging.”