PFI Comprehensive Reformer Instruction

The PFI Comprehensive Reformer Instruction course is an intensive Pilates Reformer focussed course which upon completion will enable you to confidently instruct Reformer Pilates to groups and also in private or semi-private settings. On graduating this course you will be proficient in basic human movement and anatomy terminology and principles and be able to apply this to the Pilates methodology. Reformer Pilates is an increasingly sought after application of the Pilates method which is suited to the broader population.

The course is grounded in strong theoretical principles as well as comprehensive practical and work experience opportunities. Learn an extensive Reformer Pilates range of repertoire from introductory level through to intermediate level as well as fine tuning through multiple regressions and progressions for each exercise.

The PFI Comprehensive Reformer Instruction course teaches specific verbal and tactile cueing skills and also how to flow the cues into a smoothly delivered group class dynamic. Learn how to effectively program functionally for generally healthy bodies in a group or private setting including initial consultation programming and postural assessment.

The units of competency that make up the PFI Comprehensive Reformer Instruction course also form part of the Certificate IV in Pilates Matwork Instruction and the Diploma of Professional Pilates Instruction. Upon completion of the Complete Reformer course you will be eligible for a direct credit transfer of these units when enrolling in either the Certificate IV or Diploma qualifications. The certificate received for the Complete Reformer course will be a Statement of Attainment in partial completion of the Diploma of Professional Pilates Instruction.

Nominal Duration of the Course and Course Delivery Mode

The nominal duration of the course is 200 hours. These hours are made up of contact training delivery, self mastery, apprentice teaching, observation and self directed learning in a combination of contact and distance learning.

Students have a period of 5 months starting from the last contact session to complete all logged hours and assessments required to complete the PFI Comprehensive Reformer Instruction course.

These hours are in line with the Pilates Alliance criteria for Pilates training bodies

If you are a current PFI client, your Pilates classes are able to be logged as your pre-course self mastery hours which will count towards your qualification. Experience with regular supervised Pilates classes is a definite advantage for completion of the instructor training qualifications.

Pre-requisites

Minimum pre-requisites for entry into this course are:
• Demonstrate a minimum of 30 hours in personal Pilates practical sessions
• Successful completion of anatomy unit HLTAP301A Recognise healthy body systems in a health care context (or equivalent)

HLTAP301A Recognise healthy body systems in a health care context (Anatomy and Physiology)

This pre-requisite unit can be undertaken through ATP. This unit will give you the foundation anatomy and physiology education you require to successfully complete the Certificate IV in Pilates Matwork Instruction, the Diploma in Professional Pilates Instruction and the PFI Comprehensive Reformer Instruction course. This unit of competency describes the basic knowledge of anatomy and physiology required to recognise body systems and their components and to identify and refer alterations associated with the functioning of the human body in the context of health care work.

The course is delivered over three evenings (8 hours in total) and it is compulsary for students to attend every session. This unit is able to completed either before or concurrently with the PFI Comprehensive Reformer Instruction Course.

Click here to find out the next scheduled course dates as well as the course fees.

This course contains no limitations on access or equity however registration may be refused is the participant is deemed not able to carry out the physical requirements of the Pilates training practice.

Course Content and Structure

See table below for the project cluster areas for the endorsed and Pilates customised units of competency within the PFI Comprehensive Reformer Instruction Course.
This course only contains core units and it is recommended that they be completed in the following order.

Graduate with PFI Comprehensive Reformer Instruction with a Statement of Attainment in partial completion of the Diploma of Professional Pilates Instruction (91491NSW).

Eligible for direct credit transfer for these units if then enrolling in Diploma of Professional Pilates Instruction or the Certificate IV in Pilates Matwork Instruction.

Course Assessments

Successful graduation from the PFI Comprehensive Reformer Instruction course requires attendance to all course hours as well as passing of assessments in a combination of written theory and practical components. An 75% pass mark in all assessments is required for graduation and the certificate is granted upon presentation of the completed log-book.

Dates and fees

Please see our training schedule and fees page for more information

Recognised Prior Learning (RPL)

ATP has an RPL policy which recognises skills, training and work experience that has been gained externally. Please contact the Pilates Fitness Institute for an RPL application form to apply for an individual pathway of training. Direct credit transfer may also be available if you have already graduated from a training course offered by the Pilates Fitness Institute.
This process may only be arranged six weeks prior to the course commencement.

Required textbooks

All required textbooks and course resources are supplied free of charge as part of the training course.
You will receive the following textbooks:
• The Anatomy of Movement by Calais-Germain
• Return to Life Through Contrology by J H. Pilates & Miller
• Anatomy of Movement- Exercises by Calais-Germain/Lamotte