Dubai, Unites Arab Emirates, 23rd March 2010- REAL PILATES Studios, located at Palm Strip Mall, Jumeirah 1 is running training programmes to teach instructors in Mat and Reformer Pilates.

The Intensive Mat-Plus teacher training course provides the solid foundation and skills needed to develop effective and motivating personal training and group programmes. Students learn to design and teach Level 1 (Essential and Intermediate) Mat-work repertoire, integrating light equipment to meet the specific need of clients.

The course offers instruction on workout composition for personal and group training, Essential and Intermediate Power workouts, Flex-Band®, Fitness Circle® and Arc Barrel workouts, effective communication and observational skills, verbal cueing and imagery training as well as modifications for specific body types and how to incorporate resistance equipment to support and intensify exercises. The course also instructs in the theory and practise of postural analysis and exercises and teaches 63 exercises and multiple modifications.

A working knowledge of functional anatomy is required before beginning the IMP. Ideally, the candidates should have experience in teaching movement or fitness, as well as a minimum of 30 hours previous practical Pilates class experience. The course takes place over 40 hours at a cost of US$ 1,800.

The Reformer is one of the most popular and important pieces of Pilates equipment. The Intensive Reformer training course teaches how to design and instruct Level 1 (Essential and Intermediate) Reformer workouts in personal and group sessions, including effective use of the equipment and how to develop programmes for clients. Knowledge of functional anatomy is a pre-requisite for attending the Reformer trainer course as well as three years movement or fitness training experience.

The equipment presented on this course includes the Reformer, Long Spine Straps, Padded Platform Extender, foam grip handles, mini stability balls and teaches 122 exercises and modifications for specific body types, postural issues and conditions. The Reformer Trainer course is undertaken over 50 hours and costs US$ 2,100.

Upon successful completion of the Intensive Mat-Plus or the Reformer Course, students certify in STOTT PILATES Matwork or Reformer Level 1, by taking a written and practical exam.

As well as the Mat and Reformer courses, REAL PILATES is offering courses in Injuries and Special Populations (ISP), Advanced Mat (AM) and Advanced Reformer (AR). Workshops available at REAL PILATES include Anatomy Review, Prenatal Pilates with Stability Ball & Flex-Band, Postnatal Pilates, Total Body Toning and 3D Balance or Stability Ball.

 Create a powerful mind and body connection and carry it with you into your daily life. Call REAL PILATES Studio on 04 3453228 or check out www.real-pilates.com 

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