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Jazmin Guzman
Administrative Assistant
Los Angeles
Santa Monica College
CTE Dean
Patricia Ramos
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Program Details
Pilates Reformer Teacher Training Certificate of Achievement
New Program
Fitness Trainer (083520)
08/01/25
The Pilates Reformer Teacher Training Certificate program prepares students to instruct others on the Pilates Reformer. Students will learn to safely and effectively instruct using the reformer. Upon completion, students will be able to lead classes, private and semi-private training sessions at health clubs, fitness and wellness centers, community centers, corporate settings and private studios. The program emphasizes principles, techniques, assessment tools, history, and movement theory behind Pilates reformer training. Applied kinesiology and anatomy are required. Students are required to participate in Pilates sessions, observe classes, and fulfill student teaching hours. This program prepares students for the National Pilates Certification Exam, (NPCP).
Projection 25
Program Proposal Attributes
- Certificate of Achievement: 8 to fewer than 16 semester (or 12 to fewer than 24 quarter) units (B)
Upon completion of the program, students will demonstrate their teaching skills and be ready to instruct others. SMC has the industry standard equipment for students to get extensive hands-on practical experience. A unique feature of our program is the opportunity to obtain all required practice teaching hours under the guidance of an experienced teacher, embedded within the course curriculum. Students should feel confident in their knowledge of Reformer Pilates.
Course Units and Hours
12
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Course Report
Required Core Courses: Units: 6.0
PRO CR 91 Pilates Teaching Methodology and Principles 3.0
PRO CR 90 Introduction to Applied Kinesiology and Anatomy 3.0
Required Mat Courses: Units: 3.0
PRO CR 92 Pilates Mat Instructor Training 2.0
PRO CR 93 Pilates Mat Teaching Practicum 1.0
Required Reformer Courses Units: 3.0
PRO CR 94 Pilates Reformer Instructor Training 2.0
PRO CR 95 Pilates Reformer Teaching Practicum 1.0
Total: 12.0
| Course | Title | Units | Year/Semester (Y1 or S1) |
|---|---|---|---|
PRO CR 91 | Pilates Teaching Methodology and Principles | 3 | |
PRO CR 90 | Introduction to Applied Kinesiology and Anatomy | 3 | |
PRO CR 92 | Pilates Mat Instructor Training | 2 | |
PRO CR 93 | Pilates Mat Teaching Practicum | 1 | |
PRO CR 94 | Pilates Reformer Instructor Training | 2 | |
PRO CR 95 | Pilates Reformer Teaching Practicum | 1 | |
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Santa Monica College
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Patricia Ramos
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New Program
This certificate program is a new addition to the Kinesiology Department. This program does not replace or alter any existing programs.
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Submission Details
02/03/25 - 06:32 PM
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