3-Day Pre/Post-Natal Specialist Pilates Certification™ Program

A three day 22 hour certification course.

This intense course is geared towards the experienced instructor who can assimilate information quickly.

The three day course covers all the information from the pelvic floor, prenatal and post natal courses. The information is formatted to become a single program that will allow the instructor to take their client through pregnancy, into the early postnatal period and progress to a regular postnatal session. The exercise programs are linked through each period for maximum benefit to the client.

This course is the best way to learn how to teach your pre/post natal client.

Prerequisites

• Basic anatomy and physiology
• Certification in fitness, Pilates, Yoga, or related field
• At least two years of teaching experience.

Course outline

This three day course combines:

• The Pre-Natal Pilates Specialist Certification™
• The Post-Natal Pilates Specialist Certification™
• Pilates Applications for the Pelvic Floor™

Course length - approx. 22 hours    

Review-"The personal stories/experience from Carolyne were amazing.  This class exceeded my expectations in so many ways.  I thought we were only going to learn about exercises for pre and postnatal women.  I had no idea and was not expecting that it would change my life and my view on child birthing!"- Kristine CA

Fee: $900

2-Day Pre-Natal Pilates Specialist Certification™ Program

This unique and comprehensive exercise program addresses the needs of the pregnant woman from the first trimester through labor. Using the Pilates method of exercise, our program will gently and safely prepare the body for the rigors of labor while re-aligning the body for successful birthing.

We’ll remove the mysteries and myths surrounding pregnancy and exercise by providing techniques that benefit both mother and baby. In addition, the program includes extensive education regarding anatomy and the birthing process itself. You’ll gain a complete understanding of what happens to the body during pregnancy and ways to accommodate the changes that occur.

Stability balls and small props are an integral component of the program. We ensure that women are well acquainted with them as a labor tool so that they may be used comfortably and effectively during the birthing process.

Our holistic program works with women using safe techniques so that their bodies are prepared for a successful birthing experience.

Prerequisites

• Basic anatomy and physiology
• Certification in fitness, Pilates, Yoga, or related field
• At least two years of teaching experience.

Course outline

Introduction

• Philosophy behind the program
• Goals and objectives of the program
• Guidelines for teaching pregnant women
• Contraindications for exercise
• Benefits of using the stability ball and small props
• Possible problems and how to prevent them
• Early post partum rehab
• Relaxation and breathing
• Pilates applications on mat and equipment

Anatomy and physiology of pregnancy

• The anatomy of the pelvic floor and how it changes during pregnancy
• The anatomy of the abdominals and how to exercise them during pregnancy
• The anatomy of the surrounding stabilizing muscles
• The anatomy of the spine and the changes that occur during pregnancy
• The three trimesters and how it influences exercise
• The anatomy of a birth

Posture and alignment

• How posture during pregnancy affects the alignment of the body during pregnancy
• Exercises that maintain correct posture

Course length - approx. 14 hours
Fee: $500

Review- "I just want to say I huge thank you, this is the best course I have done and it did me so much good as teacher and person. I so hope I get the opportunity to work with Carolyne again who has to be the most inspiring person ever". Jo, Paris

2-Day Post-Natal Pilates Specialist Certification™ Program

The goal of this program is to assist the post partum woman as she heals from the trauma of birth. We gently rebuild the body’s strength from the inside out, beginning just hours after delivery. The mother will be guided through a series of Pilates-based exercises designed to close the abdominals, realign the spine and rehabilitate the pelvic floor.

Problems that may occur during this time - diastasis recti, C-sections and separation of the pubic bone are also addressed and techniques are provided on how to heal each of them.

In addition, we’ll discuss the many issues facing postpartum women as they reenter the world as a new mother and how this affects their exercise routine.

Prerequisites

• Basic anatomy and physiology
• Certification in fitness, Pilates, Yoga, or related field
• At least two years of teaching experience.

Course outline

Anatomy and physiology post partum

• The anatomy of the pelvic floor after birth and the rehabilitation from birth trauma
• The anatomy of the surrounding stabilizing muscles and reestablishing their function
• The anatomy of the abdominals during post partum and how to exercise them.
• The anatomy of the spine and realigning it after the birth
• The fourth trimester and how it impacts exercise
• Includes healing exercises for a diastasis recti and C section

Posture and realignment

• Realigning the body after birth
• Exercises to correct the post partum posture

Course length - approx. 14 hours
Fee: $500

Review-"I have been talking about this course non-stop since I've been back and I really want to thank you again for all that you've shared with me! I feel that I have grown as a trainer and as a person! :-)" Christopher, DC

Pilates Applications for the Pelvic Floor™

This six hour workshop is open to all, especially Pilates instructors, Fitness instructors, doulas, midwives and Physical Therapists.

Please note that this workshop is combined with the 3 day pre/post natal course and may ne taken separately. The workshop takes place on the Friday of the weekend course.

Prerequisites

• Open to everybody

Course outline

• The bony structure of the pelvis
• The muscles of the pelvis and pelvic floor
• What happens during pregnancy, post partum menopause and everything in between
• Practice sessions- exercises for the pelvic floor

This part lecture/part practical workshop will take away all the mysteries and myths about exercising the pelvic floor. You will leave understanding how these muscles work and will be able to apply the knowledge to any exercise you teach. In depth anatomy of this area will leave no questions unanswered.

Course length - approx. 6 hours
Fee: $200

Review-"I invested a lot of precious time and money into attending this course and it was WELL worth the investment.  I am motivated and inspired." Carrie- NYC

Healing exercises for a Diastasis Recti and C-Section

This four hour workshop is open to all inculding postpartum women who would like to know about this condition.

Prerequisites

• Open to everybody

Course outline

• What is a diastasis
• How to recognize one during pregnancy, post partum and any other time
• How to test for one
• Pilates based exercises that will help heal this condition

You will leave this workshop with more than information on what this condition is all about. You will learn how you can prevent it from happening when you exercise, how to heal it after a birth or after repeatedly performing abdominal exercise incorrectly.

Course length - approx. 4 hours
Fee: $150

Review-"I really appreciated Carolyne's personal experiences that she shared with us.  It made the whole workshop more real – it wasn't just a workshop based on a manual.  The manual is brilliant and such a good tool to have in my hand whenever I need it. Sarah- Paris

Prenatal Pilates on the Mat Masters Program

A six hour workshop that will take you further into the prenatal program. Learn to design sessions for the three trimesters utilising the information learned in the Prenatal Pilates Specialist Certification. Case studies will be reviewed.

Prerequisites

• Certification in Prenatal Pilates

Course length - approx. 6 hours
Fee: $250

Prenatal Pilates on the Reformer Masters Program

A six hour workshop that will take you further into the prenatal program. Learn to design sessions for the three trimesters utilising the information learned in the prenatal Pilates Specialist Certification. Case studies will be reviewed

Prerequisites

• Certification in Prenatal Pilates

Course length - approx. 6 hours
Fee: $250

Prenatal Pilates on the Cadillac Masters Program

A six hour workshop that will take further into the prenatal program. Learn to design sessions for the three trimesters utilising the information learned in the Prenatal Pilates Specialist Certification. Case studies will be reviewed.

Prerequisites

• Certification in Prenatal Pilates

Course length - approx. 6 hours
Fee: $250

Prenatal Pilates on the Chair /Ladder Barrel  Masters Program coming soon!

A six hour workshop that will take you further into the prenatal progam. Learn to design sessions for the three trimesters utilising the information learned in the Prenatal Pilates Specialist Certification. Case studies will be reviewed.

Prerequisites

• Certification in Prenatal Pilates

Course length - approx. 6 hours
Fee: $250

Pilates for Menopause™

This six hour course is part of the new Women’s Health Certification that will be presented in the fall of 2010. At this point instructors may take the course as an individual module.

Prerequisites

• At least two years experience teaching
• Certified in Pilates, Fitness, Yoga and any other health care field

Course outline

Introduction

• Exam the changes that are taking place both physically and mentally
• How exercise may help keep the symptoms to a minimum
• Addresses the need to exercise differently
• Targets the key areas of the body that need attention during this time

Practical sessions

• Pilates based exercises on the Mat and equipment
• New exercises that are specific to the menopausal body

Course length - approx. 6 hours
Fee: $200

Review-"Hilarious! Carolyne's take on Menopause had me crying with laugther!" C,MI

2-Day Pre/Post-Natal Mat-Only Certification

A fourteen hour workshop that will teach you anatomy and physiology and the basics regarding class design on the mat for the pre/post natal client

Prerequisites

• Open to all movement teachers
• Course length - approx. 14 hours
  Fee: $650