Balanced Body® Reformer Instructor Training

The Pilates Reformer is an extraordinarily flexible piece of exercise equipment allowing resistance and support for exercises involving every part of the body. Our program gives you a thorough understanding of how to use the Reformer to develop core and extremity strength, stability, flexibility, coordination and balance. The wide range of exercises provide a stimulating workout for clients at any level of ability.

Our Reformer Instructor Training Program includes:

• Exercise instruction in the complete Pilates Reformer repertoire
• A comprehensive manual consistent with current national standard
• Cueing, coaching, safety and teaching tips for clients at different levels of ability
• Guidelines for reaching older adults, pre- and post-natal women, and clients with back, knee, neck and shoulder conditions
• Program design for clients at every level including sports specific lessons
• Equipment safety and maintenance

Requirements for Completion

To become a fully qualified Balanced Body® Reformer Instructor, students must complete the following:

• Anatomy
• Balanced Body Mat Instructor training or equivalent
• Balanced Body Reformer 1 – Course Work, Written and Practical Test (18 hours)
• Balanced Body Reformer 2 - Course Work, Written and Practical Test (16 hours)
• Balanced Body Reformer 3 - Course Work, Written and Practical Test (14 hours)
• 50 Personal Practice Hours and 100 Teaching hours
  OR

• 30 Reformer personal sessions, 30 observation hours and 90 teaching hours
• Practical test

Total hours for completion for Reformer program: 198 hours (not including Anatomy)

Total hour for completion of Mat & Reformer program: 300 hours

Upon completion of all of the requirements, a certificate of completion as a Balanced Body® Reformer Instructor will be issued.