Pilates training - where do I start?

Pilates training - where do I start? Have you ever considered completing your Pilates training - but you are not really sure where to start? We receive lots of inquiries from allied health professionals wondering this very same question so we thought we would put our answers down for you, but of course if your question is not answered please contact us!

I just want to try Pilates without having to commit to a lengthy time-frame or cost

Our training is flexible and allows you to enrol onto courses separately, choosing the dates that work for you. APPI Matwork Level 1 is a two day course and only costs $595. On completion you can start incorporating Pilates into your clients programs in a one-on-one setting. You can then go on to complete the remaining matwork levels, our equipment courses and CPD courses such as Ante/Post Natal Pilates or just stop at Matwork Level 1.

I have already completed some in-house Pilates training - where should I start?

We receive many inquires from physio's who have completed in-house training and wanting to formailse their training. Formalising your Pilates training is a fantastic way of refining and expanding upon your existing knowledge whilst gaining a qualification from an internationally recognised institute. We highly recommend that all delegates start with APPI Matwork Level 1 as this course examines the research behind Pilates, introduces you to the APPI Pilates Method and APPI 5 Key Elements to enforce solid foundations of Pilates teaching and introduces the beginner level Pilates exercises following a pain, pathology and function approach. If you do already feel comfortable with Pilates and are working with the large pieces of equipment you can enrol straight onto the APPI Equipment Level 1 course. We would strongly advise reading the APPI reading articles as the research will not be expanded upon in this course. You should also view the APPI Low Back Pain DVD as this includes a section on the APPI 5 Key Elements.

Is Pilates only suitable for my rehab clients?

Pilates is not simply laying down on mat and stretching it can be incorporated into a wide range of clinical programs to not only assist with rehabilitation but also as a tool for strength and conditioning, retraining incorrect movement patterns, improving balance, ROM, myofacial control, retraining correct activation of the multifidus, TrA and pelvic floor muscles plus so much more. APPI has over 60 presenters worldwide delivering Pilates educational courses in 15 countries. Below is just an example of some of clients APPI educators have worked with: Royal National Ballet, Queensland Ballet, Werribee Football Club in the VFL, Gold United Football Club in the A-League, Mens world cup downhill ski racing U.S, British Military in a primary care and rehabilitation setting, Tottenham Hotspur FC, British Winter Sports Program, English Institute of Sport, Collingwood Magpies Professional Australian Rules Football team, Professional Tennis players from the ATP circuit, Victorian State Netball League, Esher Rugby Club, England Touch Rugby squad, Harlequins RFL, Junior and Senior Great British Rowing Squads, Grasshoppers Rugby Club, England Senior Men Rugby Union Therapist since Six Nations 20....the list goes on. Watch APPI Co-Founders Glenn and Elisa Withers discuss some of the APPI achievements and how this popular method has been utilized.

I would like to gain my APPI Pilates qualification, what course do you recommend?

The APPI Pilates method is flexible, allowing you to choose the best option to fit your time and requirements. If you are committed to gaining a new qualification as a Pilates instructor then we would highly recommend the Full Matwork & Equipment Certification Series. The series is broken down into 7 two-day courses which can be completed between 6 months - 2 years and offers you a 25% discount and the ability to pay in installments. After each teaching block you will be-able to implement the exercises and methods learnt immediately into your clinical practice. Over the duration of the series you will learn 34 Beginner to Advanced level matwork Pilates exercises (1-6 variations per exercise), standing Pilates exercises, warm-ups and cool-downs, how to utilize the small equipment (spikey ball, foam roller, soft ova ball, swiss ball) and over 120 exercises on the large Pilates equipment (reformer, cadallac, split pedal chair, arc barrel)....read more here. You also have the option of splitting the Full Certification series in two, choosing to complete the APPI Matwork Certification Series or APPI Equipment Certification Series.   If you have another questions please feel free to contact us You may also like to read; Increase your clinic's profit with Pilates 5 Top tips for becoming a successful Pilates instructor