Pilates Teaching and Somatic Studies

Course description

The Pilates Teaching and Somatic studies course is designed to enable the learner to develop the personal qualities, knowledge, confidence and skills required to progress and pursue a career as a Pilates teacher in a variety of settings. This unique course combines Pilates teacher training with body conditioning, nutrition and exercise. Learners will also develop the skills to incorporate Barre routines into their teaching practice.

• QQI Level 6: Sport, Recreation & Exercise 6M5147
• ITEC Diploma in Pilates Teaching 600/1651/6
• Recognised for membership by REPS Ireland – Register of Exercise Professionals
• Duration: One Year Full-Time – September to May

Core Course Content

•Programming a Pilates Teaching session

•Delivering a Pilates teaching session

•Sports Industry Practice

•Sports Nutrition

•Sports Psychology

•Exercise and Fitness

•Team Leadership

•Work Experience

•Sports Nutrition

•Barre

Course Features and Facilities

•Holistic workshops and guest speakers delivered by industry experts

•Learners will deliver Pilates classes inside and outside the college

•Work experience in a variety of settings

•Fully equipped complementary therapy room, fitness centre and gym

•Large mirrored Pilates studio with sprung floor

•Wifi and Moodle

Entry Requirements

QQI Level 5 Certificate in SportsRecreation and Exercise or equivalent

Mature Learners with relevant experience

Interview

Applicants may be accepted without meeting formal entry requirements

Employment Opportunities:

•Setting up your own PilatesTeaching business

•Nutrition Advisor

•Working in sports clubs, leisure centres, gyms, alternative therapy clinics, health centres or Spas.