Full-Range Pilates Training

Pilates Institute of NJ is proud to be an Authorized Training Center of Balanced Body Education.

BBE is one of the most comprehensive and respected training programs in our industry!

 It brings the best of movement science to movement education. Our focus is quality of movement and teaching students how to apply foundational principles to client practice and class development. While learning the curriculum, each student is encouraged to find their own unique teaching voice. 

Our program offers a full range of Pilates training options, from the mat work through each piece of equipment, and is deeply rooted in the art and science of movement.

Balanced Body Training Modules take place year-round (latest schedule listed below!).

In addition to training modules, our mentoring program is designed to support you throughout your journey, at your own pace. Maria is here to help you succeed! And, all contact hours can be applied towards Balanced Body’s certification requirements.

You’ll also learn from the best: Pilates Institute founder and owner, Maria Mavrostomos ,NCPT.PMA.

Maria has been a faculty member and Master Instructor for Balanced Body Education. 

Customized Education

We offer a small class size to ensure individual attention is possible and the information is customized to each student.

Ready to grow?

Already to certified or thinking about becoming a Pilates instructor Pilates Institute can help you develop your skills to become the instructor you want to be.

This is a unique and personal opportunity for students or teachers who may be looking to increase their knowledge or refine their movement or teaching skills . . Our Mentorship Program is personalized to each individual and designed to support your own unique and intuitive teaching skills with mentorship, guidance and advice wherever and however you need it most.

The program includes discussions, private lessons and/or observed teaching in-person or via Skype.

Our Pilates teacher training programs happen year-round. Register Now!

Mat 2

Intermediate / Advanced Exercises

16 Hours

Mat 2 teaches the remaining intermediate and advanced level Mat exercises for a complete understanding of the Pilates Mat program. Lectures include progressive skill development to achieve the advanced exercises, programming for intermediate and advanced classes and creating successful Mat classes.
Prerequisites

 • Movement Principles

 • Mat 1

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Mat 3

Enhanced Mat & Props

16 Hours

Enhanced Pilates Mat completes the Mat training by adding rings, rollers, bands and balls to the traditional Mat exercises. In addition, Enhanced Mat includes functional exercises for the upper and lower body expanding the Mat work beyond the core to develop whole body strength and flexibility. The Balanced Body Programming System is introduced to make class design easy, effective and fun. Adding props to a mat class makes them more dynamic, creative and accessible and clients love toys!

Prerequisites

 • Mat 1 and 2, or successful completion of comparable Pilates mat program.

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Mat Program Includes

·    Instruction in the complete pre–Pilates and Balanced Body Mat exercises

·    A detailed, full color manual with accompanying video support to enhance your learning

·    Mat class design and delivery based on the Balanced Body programming system

·    Development of cueing and coaching skills

·    Safety information for teaching special populations (seniors, pre-natal and injury)

Mat Program Includes

·    Instruction in the complete pre–Pilates and Balanced Body Mat exercises

·    A detailed, full color manual with accompanying video support to enhance your learning

·    Mat class design and delivery based on the Balanced Body programming system

·    Development of cueing and coaching skills

·    Safety information for teaching special populations (seniors, pre-natal and injury)

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

·    Anatomy in Three Dimensions™ (Strongly Recommended)

·    Balanced Body Movement Principles (16 hours)

·    Balanced Body Mat 1 – Course work and module test (16 hours)

·    Balanced Body Mat 2 – Course work and module test (16 hours)

·    Balanced Body Mat 3 – Course work and module test (16 hours)

·    20 Mat personal sessions, 15 observation hours and 35 student teaching hours.

·    Final written and practical test.

·    Total hours for completion of Mat program: 134 hours.

·    Upon fulfillment of all Balanced Body Mat Instructor requirements, students will receive a certificate of completion.

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Reformer Instructor Training

Learn to be an extraordinary Reformer instructor with Balanced Body Education. Understanding the limitless movement and exercise options of the Reformer will give you the power to create programming that optimizes your clients’ potential.

Reformer 1

Introduction to Reformer Beginning Exercises

16 hours

This course introduces you to what Joseph Pilates called the ‘Universal’ Reformer, which is the centerpiece of the Pilates equipment studio and an invaluable training tool. Reformer 1 teaches you how to safely utilize the Reformer and many of the beginning and intermediate Pilates Reformer exercises. Reformer 1 also reviews common modifications and variations necessary for teaching the client in front of you and gives you the ‘why’ behind the ‘what’, empowering critical reasoning skills from the very start of your training.

Prerequisite Recommendations

·       Movement Principles

·       20 Reformer classes (recommended)

·       1 year teaching movement (recommended)

·       Anatomy required prior to testing out

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Reformer 2

Intermediate Exercises

16 hours

Reformer 2 expands the potential of the Reformer with intermediate and advanced exercises and includes associated safety protocols and modifications. Reformer 2 also explores programs designed for specific populations including pre and post–natal clients, clients with osteoporosis, and clients with lower back issues. Class design, dynamic assessment and correcting common dysfunctional movement patterns are also included.

Prerequisites
• Reformer 1

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Reformer 3

Advanced Excercise & Programming

16 hours

Reformer 3 is the pinnacle of the Reformer work and includes advanced and super advanced exercises. Challenge clients to achieve their best with progressive sequences designed to teach students advanced movement skills. In addition, our principle based programming will guide you in the creation of safe and successful multi-level classes.

Prerequisites
• Reformer 1 and 2, or successful completion of comparable Pilates Reformer program.

Reformer Program Includes

·       Exercise instruction in the complete Reformer repertoire

·       A detailed, full color manual with video support

·       Successful class design and delivery based on the Balanced Body programming system

·       Instruction in observing and analyzing posture and movement

·       Development of cueing, coaching and teaching skills

·       Guidelines for teaching special populations (seniors, prenatal and injury)

·       Equipment safety and maintenance

Requirements for Completion (Reformer Only)
To become a fully qualified Balanced Body Reformer Instructor, students must complete the following:

·       Movement Principles (16 hours)

·       Balanced Body Reformer 1 – Course work and test (16 hours)

·       Balanced Body Reformer 2 – Course work and test (16 hours)

·       Balanced Body Reformer 3 – Course work and test (16 hours)

·       Anatomy, either Balanced Body Anatomy course or comparable from another institution, must be completed prior to testing

·       30 Reformer personal sessions, 30 observation hours and 90 student teaching hours

·       Final written and practical test

·       Total hours for completion of Reformer program: 214 hours
(not including anatomy).

·       Upon fulfillment of all Balanced Body Reformer Instructor requirements, students will receive a certificate of completion.

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Comprehensive Pilates Program Includes:

• Exercise instruction on the complete studio system repertoire including Trapeze/Cadillac/Tower, Pilates Chairs, Barrels
• Detailed, full color manuals with accompanying video support to enhance your learning experience.
• Successful class design and delivery based on the Movement Principles and Balanced Body Programming System.
• Development of cueing, coaching and teaching skills.
• Development of critical thinking and problem-solving skills for common physical limitations and conditions.
• Equipment set-up, safety and maintenance.

Requirements for Completion

• Movement Principles (16 hours)
• Anatomy in Three Dimensions™ (16 hours) or anatomy equivalent
• Mat instructor coursework
• Reformer instructor coursework
• Apparatus
•   Trapeze Table/Cadillac (or Tower) coursework (18 hours)
•    Chair coursework (14 hours)
•    Barrels coursework (6 hours)
• OR
• Apparatus 1 (14 hours)
• Apparatus 2 (12 hours)
• Apparatus 3 (12 hours)
• 20 Mat personal sessions
• 65 Reformer personal sessions
• 65 Observation sessions
• 220 student teaching hours
• Final written and practical test