OVERVIEW
We love Pilates. Like, a lot. And we recognize that we can introduce Pilates to more people if it's taught the way today’s customers want it: as a sweaty workout that delivers on fitness goals. This certification program was built to prepare you for this new era of Pilates-goers who are turning to Pilates as a fitness option.
This program is different in that we'll approach teaching Pilates through exercise science and help you actually understand exercises and their impact on the body—not just memorize springs, rep counts, and cues. This program also focuses more on programming, teaching, and not only how to ace a private session but also how to own group room so you graduate confident and ready to conquer any format, at any level, at any studio. Each Trainee will be mentored by a Pilatesmith Trainer. Spots will be limited.
This 410-hour program is comprehensive in that you’ll learn to teach the Classical repertoire and Contemporary exercises across the most popular apparatus: Mat, Reformer, Chair, and Cadillac. Each Trainee will have access to both Pilatesmith studio locations to complete their self-practice, teaching, and observation hours, and will be mentored by a Pilatesmith Trainer. You’ll find a detailed syllabus of the in-studio intensive workshop coursework below.
Are you ready to become a Certified Athletic Pilates Trainer? Of course you are.
This class is part of the “Athletic Pilates” track at Pilatesmith University. For more classes in this track, or to explore classes in other tracks, visit the Pilatesmith University page.
DETAILS
This class is open to Pilates Pros - those who are certified or completing their certification
Get a detailed handout of all movements covered
Participants will have time to experience the material covered and the amazing Nico will provide feedback
Cost is $200 (non-refundable) *25% off for Pilatesmith Team
Pilatesmith is located at 2110 Main Street, Santa Monica, CA. 90405
Metered and free neighborhood parking available
Please arrive 15 minutes early
Wear workout clothes, bring grip socks, and bring a water bottle
ABOUT NICO
Nico Gonzalez is a Master Trainer, Balanced Body Principal Educator, studio owner, and motivational speaker. He's certified through the American Council on Exercise (ACE) for group fitness and personal training and the Pilates Method Alliance (PMA) for Pilates training. Jessica, Pilatesmith Founder, saw him present at a Balance Body workshop and fell in love with his practical approach, easy to follow formulas, and ability to make the material fun!
Nico was the Director of Fitness for a regional hospital based wellness facility for over eight years where he built their Pilates program from the ground up. Nico was an integral manager in developing their wellness programs for post rehabilitation patients.
Nico travels across the country and beyond training Pilates instructors and delivers certificates and trainings in all aspects of Pilates. Nico has presented internationally, including being a presenter at IDEA World Convention (USA), Can-Fit-Pro (Canada), Fitnesslandia (Italy), World Class (Moscow, Russia) and in Chile, South America. He presents workshops in Pilates, Program Management, Cardio/Strength Training, and delivers Choreography Master Classes.