Balanced Body Apparatus Certification Program

Pilates Apparatus Instructor Training Program

Modules: Trapeze Table/Cadillac/Tower, Chair, and Barrels

The Balanced Body Pilates Apparatus instructor training prorgram completes the full Pilates instructor certification program. Included is the complete repertoire on the Trapeze Table/Cadillac/Tower, the Pilates Chair, and Barrels. Completing the additional apparatus training gives you a great variety of tools to use when working with clients and qualifies you to take the national Pilates certification exam. The modules may be offered individually or they may be combined depending on the equipment available at the host studio.

•Trapeze Table, Chair and Barrels, Part 1 (14 hours)
•Trapeze Table, Chair and Barrels, Part 2 (12 hours)
•Trapeze Table, Chair and Barrels, Part 3 (12 hours)

Our Apparatus Certification program includes:
1. Exercise instruction in the complete Pilates Trapeze Table/Cadillac/Tower, Pilates Chair and Barrels is included
2. A comprehensive manual for each piece of equipment consistent with current national standards
3. Cueing, coaching, safety and teaching tips for clients at different levels of ability
4. Program sequences for classes and personal training sessions
5. Equipment safety and set up

Trapeze Table/Cadillac (18 hours)

Introduction to Pilates & Beginning/Intermediate Exercises

Prerequisites: Reformer II or Reformer certification

Provides a thorough introduction to Trapeze Table exercises as well as applications for beginning, post-rehabilitation and advanced clients. This training is appropriate for students working with the Allegro Tower of Power®, Half Trapeze and Wall Tower as well as those working with full Trapeze Tables. Sequencing programs using multiple pieces of equipment are covered as well as equipment set up, safety and maintenance.

Allegro Tower of Power® (18 hours)

Prerequisites:Reformer II or Reformer certification

Provides an excellent next step for studios and fitness centers currently using the Allegro Reformer. This course includes exercise instruction on the full repertoire on the Tower of Power as well as programming tips for combining Reformer and Tower exercises in classes and personal training sessions. The Tower training is appropriate for students working with the Trapeze Table, Tower and Wall Tower as well as those working with the Allegro Tower of Power.

Pilates Chair (12 hours)

Prerequisites:Reformer II or Reformer certification

Includes exercises and variations for both the original Wunda chair and the split pedal Combo Chair. The chair is great for doing strengthening work with athletic clients and as an addition to group programming in combination with the Mat. This course includes exercises and programming for both personal training sessions and classes.

Pilates Barrels (6 hours)

Prerequisites:Reformer II or Reformer certification

Includes exercises and variations for the Ladder Barrel, and Step Barrel. The Step Barrel and Ladder Barrel add variety to personal training sessions or classes.

Balanced Body Pilates Instructor Training Certificate - Requirements for Completion

To become a fully qualified Balanced Body® Pilates Instructor, students must complete the following requirements:

1. Anatomy (required)
2. Balanced Body Mat Instructor training or equivalent
3. Balanced Body Reformer Instructor training or equivalent
4. Balanced Body Cadillac/Tower - Course work, written and practical test (18 hours)
5. Balanced Body Chair - Course work, written and practical test (14 hours)
6. Balanced Body Barrels - Course work, written and practical test (6 hours)
7. 45 Personal practice hours and 105 Teaching hours or
8. 35 Personal sessions, 20 observations hours and 95 teaching hours
9. Practical test

Total hours for completion of Apparatus: 188 hours
Total hours for completion of full program: 488 hours

Upon completion of all of the requirements, a certificate of completion as a
Balanced Body University® Pilates Instructor will be issued. Download Test Out Application

Students who have completed a Pilates certification program through other organizations and are interested in
obtaining a Balanced Body certification should contact our office to inquire about our bridge program.