Fredericton New Brunswick Teacher Training and Certification
- with Lindsey Laidlaw
Lindsey has taught the art and science of movement for over 25 years, Pilates exclusively since 2001. Originally certified in Pilates through the PhysicalMind Institute of New York and Body Harmonics Pilates Toronto (mat training 2000, and equipment training 2003), she transferred her certifications to PhysicalMind Canada in 2008 and is now their official teacher trainer for Atlantic Canada. In addition to her Pilates certifications Lindsey holds a degree in Dance from Simon Fraser University, 2nd Degree Reiki and is currently working toward her Phase 2 Yamuna Body Rolling Certification.An intuitive and compassionate teacher, Lindsey is respected for her exceptional ability to assess and correct posture, alignment, and movement. A highly accomplished, multifaceted Pilates professional she has worked with clients of all ages and abilities. As the oner of Aligning Arts Pilates and Integrated Bodywork, Lindsey specializes in Therapeutic Pilates for Osteoporosis, Arthritis and Fibromyalgia and the primary focus of her work is dynamic alignment and functional movement patterns (creating balance in the body), as well as core stabilization techniques (back pain management)
Mat Initiation 101 - Fundamentals
This course is the first step to becoming a certified Pilates Instructor. The PhysicalMind Institute approaches Pilates not just as a fitness regime, but also as a reeducation of the body through movement. Pilates is a preventative system that focuses on core strength, flexibility, and proper alignment. This 3-day course prepares students for both Mat and Reformer Training Programs. Students will learn, practice, and teach, the 28 Matwork Fundamentals and 35 Classic Mat Exercises. They will develop a deeper integration of the repertoire into their own body, resulting in a more effective ability to teach.
Students will gain a deepened understanding of:
- The internal core muscles that form a cylinder of support around the spine.
- Breathing: How it relates to internal abdominals and movement.
- Correct body mechanics and postural alignment: Neutral Spine and how this aids in efficiency, ease of movement, and injury prevention.
- Fundamentals: A movement language used to cue and help reorganize postural patterns.
- Increases in physical awareness.
Spring 2012 - April 20, 21, 22
Fri. 9:30am - 5:30pm;
Sat. 9:30am - 5:30pm;
Sun. 9:30am - 5:30pm
Location: Satori Center for Well-Being, 441 King Street, Fredericton NB
Fees:
Course: $600 (+ tax) (Register for both 101 and 201 together: $1100)
Materials: $65 (approximately)
Register for Mat Fundementals- Initiation 101
Prerequisite: 20 hours of Mat Work.
Have you taken Initiation 101 or 201 before? If so, you can review our course for a $250 audit fee.
Initiation 201 – Standing Mat Pilates Course (21 hours)
Initiation 201- Standing Pilates®, is the second course in becoming a Mat teacher. It is also a prerequisite for Concentration 101- Equipment Training. Standing Pilates® adapts many of the classical Pilates mat exercises to take them into the vertical plane. It provides the link between Pilates floor work and everyday functional movement. Aiding in neuromuscular re-patterning of movement habits, Standing Pilates®, moves toward better alignment and efficiency. Students learn how to maintain neutral spine while standing, sitting, walking, bending, or lifting; thus making it a truly functional approach to fitness.
Some of the many benefits of Standing Pilates® are:
- Proprioception enhancement: Balance is required, benefitting the aging population and those suffering from neurological diseases such a Parkinson’s.
- Deep core strengthening: The Pelvic floor, transversus abdominus, multifidus and diaphragm form a cylinder of support for the spine, benefitting people with incontinence issues or postnatal mothers.
- Increase in bone density: Standing on one leg is equal to 4 times ones body weight, benefitting those with Osteoporosis.
- More “real estate”: Hips, legs and feet are areas of equal focus.
- More three-dimensionality: Includes the side body and internal spirals.
Spring 2012 - May 24, 25, 26
Fri. 9:30am - 5:30pm;
Sat. 9:30am - 5:30pm;
Sun. 9:30am - 5:30pm
Location: Satori Center for Well-Being, 441 King Street, Fredericton NB
Fees:
Course: $600 (plus tax) (Register for both 101 and 201 together: $1100)Materials: $125 (approx)
Register for Standing Mat Pilates - Initiation 201
Course Requirements: You must have completed Initiation 101 and have studied the required materials before beginning the course
Please note: These courses can be used as BCPRA continuing education credits.
If you have taken Initiation 101 or Initiation 201 before and you wish to review this course there is a an Audit fee available for $250.
