| 2021 – Round 1 | ||||
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| CITY | PP | Reformer 1 | Reformer 2 | REGISTER |
| SYDNEY | 13-14 Feb | 06-07 March | 17-18 April | Call to register |
| MELBOURNE | 01-02 May | 29-30 May | 17-18 July | REGISTER NOW |
| PERTH | 20-21 Feb | 20-21 March | 08-09 May | REGISTER NOW |
| BRISBANE | 06-07 March | 27-28 March | 15-16 May | REGISTER NOW |
| ADELAIDE | New Date 13-14 March | New Date 01-02 May | New Date 05-06 June | REGISTER NOW |
The pre requisites for the Ultimate Reformer Certification are:
If you are already qualified in one of the following occupations you would meet the Anatomy & Physiology pre-prequisites: Physiotherapist, Osteopath, Exercise Physiologist, Nurse, Myotherapist, Remedial Massage Therapist, Cert IV Personal Trainer.
However, if you are from a different background and have NOT completed any basic Anatomy and Physiology education Polestar has created an online Anatomy course specifically designed as an introduction to muscle skeleton anatomy for movers and movement teachers. This course will provide you with all the required knowledge to commence your Pilates studies. POLESTAR ANATOMY COURSE
LLN Competency Testing
The purpose of this test is to check your readiness to study this qualification with Polestar Pilates. Please complete this test prior to registering your interest for the course. Free online English test
PP – Pilates Principles of Movement (2-days)
Experience and apply the theories of movement that lay the foundation for Polestar Pilates in this prerequisite for all other Polestar courses. Using evidence-based research, you will discover the passage ways for movement throughout the body and develop the tools to provide either assistance for or challenge your clients in helping them achieve their goals. Polestar Principles will bring to life your ability to assess, problem-solve, design and modify exercise programs to meet specific needs and abilities.
This non-apparatus course introduces current research in movement science, motor learning, bioenergetics, and communication science to instructional practice through six basic movement principles which are used throughout the Polestar Pilates curriculum.
This course introduces Polestar Pilates Screening™, which includes postural evaluation and functional testing, to prepare you to properly design a plan to implement Pilates exercises for clients. This unique component significantly enhances decision-making skills as a Pilates practitioner.
For those individuals taking more than one fitness certification (such as Mat and/or Reformer), this course is required only once.
Reformer Levels 1-2 ; 4 days (2 x 2-day courses)
Maximize your use and application of this most versatile piece of apparatus in Pilates, the Reformer. Become proficient with assessment techniques, Pilates reformer exercises, movement sequences, and the application of Polestar Principles that you can use to excel your own practice or in a Pilates studio environment.
The Ultimate Reformer Certification consists of two X two-day course Units designed with all movement specialists in mind – from physical therapists to personal trainers and group instructors. The principles learned in PP will be applied throughout the two Units the following will be covered:
For information out our other courses including the Cert IV and Diploma check out the Polestar CAREER PATHWAY MAP .
This course does not contain limitations on access and equity, however it reserves the right to refuse an application if there is reasonable evidence to suggest that the applicant is physically incapable of carrying out the necessary requirements of Pilates training practice.
Course Assessment
The Ultimate Reformer Course is made up of the following hours, all log book hours must be completed prior to taking your final examination:
Lectures: Lecture hours include Principles online and face to face delivery of material
Homework Assignments: To be completed and returned during your face to face weekends for assessment
Observation: Student observes a Pilates Reformer class / Studio session in action, and has their logbook hours signed off by a certified practitioner. Pilates Anytime can be used for up to 10 observation hours of this course.
Self-Mastery (and Self-Directed):
• Self-study and self-mastery components both practical and theory.
• NOTE: the practical self-mastery hours are at an additional cost to the course fees.
• Self-mastery hours should make up 70% of total hours, with 30% being self-directed (self practice).
Apprentice Teaching: Assisting a qualified Pilates practitioner within a Pilates Studio workplace in order to gain practical experience and feedback on your teaching delivery.
Final Examination: You have 12 months from the commencement of Principles (PP) to take your final exam. All logbook hours, face to face weekends and assignments must be completed. The exam consists of a 2 hour multiple choice and 1 hour practical. Please contact Student Admin when you are ready to book in.
Self-Study Requirements: following is the recommended MINIMUM hours required per week for duration of the course:
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COURSE PACKAGES |
Payment Plan |
| Ultimate REFORMER Certification Units: PP, Ref1, Ref2, Course Manuals, Logbook, Online portal and Final Exam |
$1,980Deposit: $600Payment plan: $460 x 3 |
| Anatomy and Physiology Online Course | USA $249 |
Note: there will be some additional costs which are not covered in the course fees. As part of your logbook hours all repertoire must be signed off for teaching and demonstration. Polestar allocates time at each face to face weekend for check off but if these are not completed they must be done in your own time at your cost with a Mentor. Also Self Mastery logbook hours will be at an additional cost, note that 30% of these can be completed as self directed study.
All prices are in Australian dollars and include GST when applicable. All prices are subject to change without notice.
Registration Policies (including Cancellations and Transfers) – Please refer to the REGISTRATION POLICY
| 2021 - Round 1 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CITY | PP | Reformer 1 | Reformer 2 | REGISTER |
| SYDNEY | 13-14 Feb | 06-07 March | 17-18 April | Call to register |
| MELBOURNE | 01-02 May | 29-30 May | 17-18 July | REGISTER NOW |
| PERTH | 20-21 Feb | 20-21 March | 08-09 May | REGISTER NOW |
| BRISBANE | 06-07 March | 27-28 March | 15-16 May | REGISTER NOW |
| ADELAIDE | New Date 13-14 March | New Date 01-02 May | New Date 05-06 June | REGISTER NOW |
If you would like to teach Reformer classes, The Ultimate Reformer Series is the pinnacle training course. You will learn the Pilates principles, program design, exercise sequencing, techniques, cueing practices, and everything you need to teach private or group reformer in any environment. It takes 3 months to complete the face-to-face training, with one weekend per month for 3 months. Plus another 75 hours of self-mastery and 50 hours of apprentice teaching. When you pass your written and practical exam, you graduate as a Polestar Certified Reformer Pilates Teacher.
The pre requisites for the Ultimate Reformer Certification are:
PP - Pilates Principles of Movement (2-days) Experience and apply the theories of movement that lay the foundation for Polestar Pilates in this prerequisite for all other Polestar courses. Using evidence-based research, you will discover the passage ways for movement throughout the body and develop the tools to provide either assistance for or challenge your clients in helping them achieve their goals. Polestar Principles will bring to life your ability to assess, problem-solve, design and modify exercise programs to meet specific needs and abilities. This non-apparatus course introduces current research in movement science, motor learning, bioenergetics, and communication science to instructional practice through six basic movement principles which are used throughout the Polestar Pilates curriculum. This course introduces Polestar Pilates Screening™, which includes postural evaluation and functional testing, to prepare you to properly design a plan to implement Pilates exercises for clients. This unique component significantly enhances decision-making skills as a Pilates practitioner. For those individuals taking more than one fitness certification (such as Mat and/or Reformer), this course is required only once. Reformer Levels 1-2 ; 4 days (2 x 2-day courses) Maximize your use and application of this most versatile piece of apparatus in Pilates, the Reformer. Become proficient with assessment techniques, Pilates reformer exercises, movement sequences, and the application of Polestar Principles that you can use to excel your own practice or in a Pilates studio environment. The Ultimate Reformer Certification consists of two X two-day course Units designed with all movement specialists in mind – from physical therapists to personal trainers and group instructors. The principles learned in PP will be applied throughout the two Units the following will be covered:
Course Assessment The Ultimate Reformer Course is made up of the following hours, all log book hours must be completed prior to taking your final examination:
|
COURSE PACKAGES |
Payment Plan |
| Ultimate REFORMER Certification Units: PP, Ref1, Ref2, Course Manuals, Logbook, Online portal and Final Exam | $1,980Deposit: $600Payment plan: $460 x 3 |
| Anatomy and Physiology Online Course | USA $249 |
Note: there will be some additional costs which are not covered in the course fees. As part of your logbook hours all repertoire must be signed off for teaching and demonstration. Polestar allocates time at each face to face weekend for check off but if these are not completed they must be done in your own time at your cost with a Mentor. Also Self Mastery logbook hours will be at an additional cost, note that 30% of these can be completed as self directed study.
All prices are in Australian dollars and include GST when applicable. All prices are subject to change without notice.
Registration Policies (including Cancellations and Transfers) – Please refer to the REGISTRATION POLICY