Mat Teacher Training Program

The mat work course is a stepping stone to the full comprehensive course. It is advised for students who do not have the time or resources to study the comprehensive course, or for those in locations without adequate Pilates equipment.The mat course is very affordable and introduces people to the foundations of Pilates. Students study the full complement of Mat Work exercises (basic to master level) and the integration of small apparatus into the program.BASI encourages students to use this program as a springboard to the (CTTC).Upon completion of the Mat course, you will be qualified to:‍Work according to the principles of Pilates and introducethem to clients and studentsAssess posture and posture types, as well as detect postural deviationsSolve problems and provide effective exercise solutions to many physical conditionsCompile comprehensive and safe Pilates Mat work programs tailored to individual and group needsAdapt a class to different settings and environmentsIntegrate small apparatus into a Mat class to achieveoptimum resultsUse the BASI® Block System tosuccessfully administer Mat work classesAnalyze and understand the Pilates exercises based onanatomical and biomechanical principlesDemonstrate at a high level the vast repertoire of classicPilates exercises as well as a wide range of original BASI exercisesModify exercises according to the needs and goals ofthe individual‍Mat Course SyllabusThe course structure is modular. A student can make up or repeat each of the 6 modules (4-5 hours each) at any BASI Pilates host location around the world. Each module consists of practical and theoretical components.Module 1, The FundamentalsThe principles, the pelvis, breathing, exercise description, historical overview, safety.Module 2, Anatomy Part 1Anatomy overview & terminology, joints, centre of gravity, cueing & imagery.Module 3, Anatomy Part 2Anatomical movement analysis, muscles, aerobic & anaerobic exercise, the BASI Block system.Module 4, Posture AssessmentPrinciples of alignment, posture and posture assessment; types of faulty posture.Module 5, Core Strength – Back & AbdominalsCore strength, effective exercise, contraindications for the spine, guidelines for successful teaching, being a teacher.Module 6, Exercise AdaptationExercise adaptation, exercise progression, modifications to exercises, using small equipment, constructing a complete and comprehensive program.__________________________________________________________________In addition to the academic study, students must complete the following hours of study: observation (15 hours, of which 50% can be done using BASI Interactive ), self-practice (40 hours, of which 50% can be done using BASI Interactive ) and student teaching (30 hours).  Your observation and personal practice are best done in a BASI class, for your learning sake (your UK/Ireland host will allow you time for observation and you can book in with them for classes). If you have no access to BASI classes and don’t live near your host studio, then you can log hours in a non-BASI environment and then refer to BASI Interactive  to check on what might be different and why.  Your teaching can be done at home or anywhere you can find friends or family willing to have you teach them.Mat Course Exam OutlineAt Module 4Written Quiz (30 minutes) on all practical and theory work from Module 1 – 3.Online, after completing all modules (or in the host studio if you prefer)Final Written paperCentralised testingDemonstrate 4 exercisesTeach a half hour class2 Hour written exam (done as above)A summary of hours done to dateYour host will be able to give you more details about your exam venue and date options.BASI Pilates Mat Course CostsToggle content goes here, click edit button to change this text.All mat courses will still be at £1500 in total (excluding exams)Course Cost (including items below)£1500Tuition£1385Registration£35Manuals – digital£80Total to be paid in full 21 days prior to the start of the course or on a first come first served basis.  This amount excludes exam fees. A hardcopy set of manuals can be purchased for £80.Stepping UP!Continuing with the Comprehensive Course after completion of the Mat Course.Should a Mat Work graduate decide to continue on to the CTTC, the following financial terms apply:A % of the amount paid for the Mat course (tuition) is deducted from the total Comprehensive course tuition fee.The student also needs to pay the registration fee  and the cost of the additional manuals.‍