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Jazmin Guzman
Administrative Assistant
Los Angeles
Santa Monica College
CTE Dean
Patricia Ramos
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Program Details
Pilates Mat Teacher Training Certificate of Achievement
New Program
Fitness Trainer (083520)
08/01/25
Pilates Mat Teacher Certificate prepares students to instruct the complete repertoire of Pilates Mat exercises in group classes and one-on-one private or semi-private training sessions at health clubs, fitness and wellness centers, community centers, corporate settings, or private studios. The program includes instruction in the principles, techniques, teaching skills, history, and movement theory behind Pilates training, in addition to applied kinesiology and anatomy. Students are required to complete and document personal Pilates sessions, observation hours, and student teaching hours. In this course, students will focus on the methods, principles, and industry standards of teaching and developing Pilates training programs. Students will also learn the history, benefits, assessment tools, and goals of Pilates training. Students can learn to safely and effectively instruct Pilates Mat exercises using Pilates principles for all skill levels and accommodations for various health conditions. This program enables students to be prepared to take the NPCP (National Pilates Certification Exam.)
25 projections
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 Mat Pilates.
Course Units and Hours
9
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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
Total: 9.0
| 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 | |
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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.
El Camino College, Mt San Antonio College, Rio Hondo College
20 - 25
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Submission Details
02/03/25 - 06:35 PM
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