Courses & Workshops

Barrels Training

The Barrels Training is a one-weekend certification course that will cover Arc Barrel, Spine Corrector, and Ladder Barrel, filling out a student’s repertoire on all aspects of equipment. We will discuss when and why instructors should incorporate the Barrels into a client’s session and how to effectively design an exercise program on them. This class will go towards full certification from Modern Pilates Training.

Pre-requisites

Students must have completed Mat training.

Requirements for certification

10 hours of observation, 10 hours of self-practice (5 during classroom training period), 10 hours of practice teaching (4 hours during classroom training period).

Exam

The exam is part of the tuition costs and is scheduled for approximately eight weeks after the last classroom session. If the student fails, they may retest at a later date for a nominal fee.

Materials

All materials are included in the cost of the class. Students are required to purchase their own “Trail Guide to the Body” text book prior to commencement of the class.

Cost

The cost is $250 and includes all course materials and exam fee. Students are expected to purchase “Trail Guide to the Body” on their own prior to commencement of the class.

Schedule

Day One

  • Barrels Class
  • Introduction to Pilates and the Arc Barrel and Spine Corrector
  • Principles
  • Cueing Guidelines
  • Basic Anatomy
  • Arc Barrel and Spine Corrector Exercises
  • Peer-to-Peer Instruction
  • Instructor Coaching

Day Two

  • Barrels Class
  • Spine Corrector and Ladder Barrel Exercises
  • Peer-to-Peer Instruction
  • Instructor Coaching
  • Addressing Special Populations
  • Business Principles
  • Exam Preparation and Review