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Pilates Teacher
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Internationally Aligned & Certified

-Course is limited to 10 people-

Our Internationally Aligned & Certified Pilates Teacher Training Courses are led by founder and director Andriesa Verloop. After opening her first Pilates studio in 2008, Andriesa continues to share her passion for this amazing fitness movement through the Pilates Dynamics International Pilates Teacher Training Courses. Her success as a trainer and educator is due to her exposure to various Pilates styles of over 18 years, as well as her intensive training background. Andriesa is assisted by a group of senior trainers with exposure both nationally and internationally. 

Our Academy offers various Courses from Mat work all the way through to Comprehensive Pilates Courses. Included in the 450 hour Comprehensive Pilates Course is the 100 hour Mat & Small Equipment Course. If you are only interested in signing up for the Mat & Small Equipment Course, that option is also available. Alternatively, you can also sign up for the Mat and Reformer Combination Course. The Mat & Small Equipment Teachers Training Course runs in conjunction with the Pilates Comprehensive Teacher Training Course. 

These Courses are ideal for Physiotherapists, Biokineticists, Occupational Therapists, Dancers and Personal Trainers. Should you not have a prior qualification in health and fitness and merely want to change lanes this course is also for you as we cover Anatomy and Movement Science in our Courses.

These Internationally Aligned Pilates Teacher Training programs were created and structured in such a way as to ensure that all of our students get the highest qualifications possible to become a top-notch Pilates Instructor with confident and unique teaching styles.

Pilates Dynamics (Pty) Ltd and Pilates Dynamics Academy (Pty) Ltd is a boutique, up-market and state-of-the-art Pilates studio based in Randburg, Johannesburg. We offer Pilates Mat and Pilates Large Machine classes for Private, Semi-Private and group classes. Candidates can choose to do these Courses through our learnership platform or they can add a Pilates Qualification to their existing fitness/health qualifications, or simply do their Pilates qualification to change lanes to become a Pilates Instructor, or add on any additional Course to their existing qualifications to become Comprehensively qualified. 

The Studio also offers business opportunities for Pilates Instructors to run their own business from our premises. For those who are not ready to take the leap of running your own business, we offer Pilates Instructor jobs.

Students will have Free access to our studio for practice for the duration of the Course.

Pilates Teacher Training Courses Johannesburg & Cape Town

(These courses can be done either on a private (one-on-one) basis or on in a group environment, as detailed further below)

PILATES TEACHER TRAINING COURSES OFFERED:

PILATES MAT & SMALL EQUIPMENT:  

(This is the basic course, which will qualify you to instruct Pilates upon completion)


PILATES MAT & INTENSIVE REFORMER COMBO:  

(This is the combination course, which will qualify you to instruct Pilates upon completion)


PILATES INTENSIVE REFORMER COURSE:

(The Reformer Pilates Machine). A pre-requisite is a Pilates Mat Qualification.


PILATES TEACHER TRAINING COURSES OFFERED:

PILATES MAT & SMALL EQUIPMENT:  

(This is the basic course, which will qualify you to instruct Pilates upon completion)


PILATES MAT & INTENSIVE REFORMER COMBO:  

(This is the combination course, which will qualify you to instruct Pilates upon completion)


PILATES INTENSIVE REFORMER COURSE:

(The Reformer Pilates Machine). A pre-requisite is a Pilates Mat Qualification.


Pilates Teacher Training Courses Johannesburg Only

(These courses can be done either on a private (one-on-one) basis or on in a group environment, as detailed further below)

PILATES TEACHER TRAINING COURSES OFFERED:

PILATES MAT & SMALL EQUIPMENT:  

(This is the basic course, which will qualify you to instruct Pilates upon completion)


PILATES MAT & INTENSIVE REFORMER COMBO:  

(This is the combination course, which will qualify you to instruct Pilates upon completion)


PILATES COMPREHENSIVE:

(A combination of Pilates Mat and Small Equipment & Pilates Large Equipment (various Pilates Machines) This is the full qualification inclusive of the above


COMPREHENSIVE CONVERSION COURSE:

(A variety of Pilates Machines like the Reformer, Cadillac, Towers, Wunda Chairs and Ladder Barrel). A pre-requisite is a Pilates Mat Qualification.


PILATES INTENSIVE REFORMER COURSE:

(The Reformer Pilates Machine). A pre-requisite is a Pilates Mat Qualification.


PILATES TEACHER TRAINING COURSES OFFERED:

PILATES MAT & SMALL EQUIPMENT:  

(This is the basic course, which will qualify you to instruct Pilates upon completion)


PILATES MAT & INTENSIVE REFORMER COMBO:  

(This is the combination course, which will qualify you to instruct Pilates upon completion)


PILATES COMPREHENSIVE:

(A combination of Pilates Mat and Small Equipment & Pilates Large Equipment (various Pilates Machines) This is the full qualification inclusive of the above


COMPREHENSIVE CONVERSION COURSE:

(A variety of Pilates Machines like the Reformer, Cadillac, Towers, Wunda Chairs and Ladder Barrel). A pre-requisite is a Pilates Mat Qualification.


PILATES INTENSIVE REFORMER COURSE:

(The Reformer Pilates Machine). A pre-requisite is a Pilates Mat Qualification.


  • Course Duration for Mat Pilates: Approximately 12 months (maximum) depending on how soon students are able to complete their practical hours.
  • Course Duration for Mat Pilates & INTENSIVE REFORMER COMBO: Approximately 12 months (maximum) depending on how soon students are able to complete their practical hours.
  • Course Duration for Comprehensive & Comprehensive Conversion Pilates: Approximately 1.5 years (maximum), depending on how soon students are able to complete their practical hours.
  • Course Duration for Reformer Course: Approximately 12 months (maximum) depending on how soon students are able to complete their practical hours.
  • Students will have access to an exercise video library and Manuals 

IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Students will have a maximum of one/ 1.5 calendar year -from date of registration- within which to complete their courses, failing which they will have to redo the courses.

Frequently Asked Questions

Lecture Hours

 Mat & Small Equipment Course:

Lectures are held every second/third weekend on Saturdays and Sundays. There is a Friday included at the beginning of the lecture.Please look at the Course dates in the Course Information pack.

Comprehensive and Comprehensive Conversion Courses: 

Lectures are held every second/third weekend on Saturdays and Sundays. There is a Friday included at the beginning of the lectures. Please look at the Course dates in the Course Information Pack.

Reformer Course: 

Lecturers are held  over one weekend from a Friday afternoon, a Saturday and Sunday.

Centralized Testing Dates

Tests/assessments will be written throughout the course. These tests/assessments do not count towards the final mark and are only done to evaluate progress at various stages during the course.

Exam Dates

Exams are written in March / July / October annually  (dates to be determined).

*Students are requested to arrive an hour before exam times indicated above*

*Times may vary depending on the number of students registered for exams*

*Upon completing all practical hours and passing of the final exams with a pass mark of 70%, a certificate will be issued.

*Should students not be able to make the exam dates when determined, they are welcome to apply to write their exams on different dates, subject to availability and subject to private assessor & moderator fees at the prevailing exam fees*

Our Pilates Teacher Trainers and Lecturers
  • We offer an intensive and in-depth course in line with international standards
  • You will be continuously supported throughout your Pilates journey by our qualified team of Pilates professionals
  • Our Teacher Trainers/Lecturers have been exposed to numerous styles of Pilates and have many years of training and education experience.
  • Our Teacher Trainers/Lecturers have had exposure both nationally and internationally.
  • Our mission is to mentor you towards a successful and rewarding Pilates career
  • We are here to teach you how to instruct, not just what to teach.
What Makes us Different?
  • We are internationally recognised with global affiliations and professional associations;
  • The lecturers of the courses have been exposed to numerous styles of Pilates and have many years of training and education experience (both nationally and internationally);
  • Our courses are in-depth and intensive and offer an integration of anatomy, injuries and pathologies with recommendations and contra-indications, and exercise goals to ensure an understanding of the work;
  • Courses include 2 practical tutorials of 2 hours each: 1 midway through the lectures and 1 at the end of the lecture dates.
  • We offer a very comprehensive compilation of exercises; including a full exercise video library of exercises in our manual.
  • We understand that people lead busy lives, therefore it is not always possible to do all the required hours at OUR studio so you can do your hours at OTHER pre-approved studios;
  • Students will have access to our studio for practise and observation hours for the duration of their course.
  • At our studio, you will be exposed to the integration of a variety of small equipment like: Ballet Barre, TRX, Bosus, Kettlebells, Weights, Balls – big and small, Thera-bands, Foam Rollers, Air Cushions, Arc Barrels, Step Barrels, and Toning Bars, Rotation Discs, to name but a few.
Pre-requisites
  • Knowledge of the fitness industry and the teachings of Joseph Pilates is highly recommended. Students should be familiar with the practice and technique of Pilates. To book appointments at Pilates Dynamics prior to starting the courses, please contact the studio directly.
  • Prior skills from an athletic activity can help develop body awareness and other attributes that are extremely beneficial to teacher training.
Certificate

Upon finishing all of the required hours (practical, observation and teaching) and passing the final exam with a pass rate of 70% and above, a certificate will be issued.

International and Local Affiliation and Endorsements
  1. Courses have been allocated 20 CPD points (Continuing Professional Developing point system) by REPPSA, who is the Register of Exercise Professionals in South Africa, which recognize qualifications and expertise. REPPSA set and international standard bench-mark and run across the whole of Europe, UK, Australia, New Zealand, Ireland, U.A.E., Canada, Belgium, Poland, USA and South Africa.
  2. Pilates Dynamics is affiliated to the Pilates Education Institute in the USA  which is a worldwide Pilates Educator with a renowned curriculum utilized in the USA and abroad.
  3. Our Courses are in line with the Pilates Method Alliance (PMA) requirements and our Program Director is a member of the PMA. The PMA is a 3rd party international non-profit organisation within the International Pilates Community to ensure safety and maintain high standards.
  4. The Pilates Dynamics ® Mat Course has been awarded 30 CEU points by the SA Physio (South African Society of Physiotherapy). Pilates Mat Course – Accreditation Number – PPB007/2023/07/004 Level 1 – 30 CEU points.
  5. Our Courses are endorsed by BASA (Biokinetics Association of South Africa. a)  Pilates Mat Course – PPB008/B002/2019/00665 Level 2 – 24 CPD points. b} Pilates Comprehensive Course – PPB008/B002/2020/00678 – Level 2 – 30 CPD points. c) Pilates Comprehensive Conversion Course – PPB008/B002/2019/00666 – Level 2 – 30 CPD points.
Refund Policy

No refunds are given if a student misses any module/s; lectures; or fails to complete any practical hours, within the stipulated course completion period.

No refunds are given should a student fail to attend or complete the course following acceptance, confirmation and payment of the deposit or once-off cost payment, or any other amount paid towards the course.

A students’ success primarily depends on the commitment and the willingness to go the distance, regardless of previous experience. Our team is available to guide you through the process and assist you in reaching both your personal best and the high standards that we require. Please ask for assistance should you require any.