Reformer Qualification Course – Oct-Dec 2023 – Firmpoint Bandung, Indonesia

Become a Pilates Reformer Teacher! The Reformer program provides instruction in Pilates principles, techniques and practice with emphasis on group dynamics for the Pilates Reformer. The Pilates Reformer program consists of 3 two-day (16 hour) course modules.

Reformer Qualification Course – Oct-Dec 2023 – Firmpoint Bandung, Indonesia

Firmpoint Bandung, Indonesia

The Reformer Series is comprised of five sections. The courses must be taken in the following order: Gateway Pilates Online, Gateway Reformer, PP Online, Reformer Intermediate, Reformer Advanced. Successful completion of the series will enable participants the opportunity to gain qualification by sitting for the Reformer Exam.

Modules schedule

Gateway Online	Must be Done Before Gateway Reformer
Gateway Reformer	21-22 Oct 2023
PP Online	Must be Done Before Reformer Intermediate
Reformer Intermediate	18-19 Nov 2023
Reformer Advanced	16-17 Dec 2023

Upon completion, you will be able to:

Correctly demonstrate each exercise and its progressions
Understand the benefits and emphasis of each exercise
Adapt exercise sequences for diverse populations and group classes
Use the Polestar Screening to problem-solve
Design and implement a successful exercise or treatment plan using the Pilates reformer

For those that want to become a Pilates Reformer Teacher!
The health and fitness professional who is interested in basic instruction in the use of Pilates Reformer exercises to supplement their current practice. From personal trainers, to Yoga instructors to physiotherapists, this could be the perfect programme for you.
Teachers who want to add Pilates to their reportoite in order to get the best out of their students - Physical Education teachers, Ballet teachers can all add another string to their bow!
For Pilates Enthusiasts who want to experience Pilates at a deeper level. This will enable you to understand Pilates exercise in greater detail, leading to improved and more effective Pilates workouts at the studio or at home.
For Comprehensive Graduates who want to gain some knowledge of group (Mat or Reformer) teaching, and vice versa

Gateway Pilates Online - This three hour on-line training is a requirement for all who attend any of the Gateway Pilates training courses. The on-line course consists of three lectures: Pilates history and evolution, Polestar movement principles and professional ethics and scope of practice. Each of these sections is followed by a brief written exam on-line.
Gateway Reformer (GRef) - This two-day Pilates experience will teach you how to provide four basic Pilates Reformer classes comprised of preparatory and original Pilates Reformer exercises. The Gateway educator will provide ample experiences for real time practice of each of the 4 Pilates Reformer sequences.
PP Online - This non-apparatus online course applies current research in movement science, biomechanics, kinesiology and motor learning to instructional practice through six basic movement principles that are utilised throughout the Polestar curriculum.
Reformer Intermediate (RefInt) - This 2-day course module adds depth to what was learned in Gateway, and teaches a number of Reformer exercises. The six basic Polestar Pilates Principles are incorporated into the learning process, to provide a clear understanding of the underlying fundamentals of each Reformer exercise. Programme design and exercise sequencing are addressed for a variety of group exercise and personal training settings. Verbal, tactile and imagery cues are used to facilitate motor learning.
Reformer Advanced (RefAdv) - On top of learning these Reformer exercises, Polestar Pilates Principles are applied to verbal, tactile and combined cueing. Programme design and exercise sequencing are discussed for a variety of clients and class settings. To enhance teaching outcomes, Polestar instructors provide analysis and critique of instructional styles

Polestar Online - As a Polestar student you will have access to a significant amount of valuable course material through the Polestar Online platform (the material granted depends on the course that you have registered for). Access is included in your course fee, although there is a time limit on the length of time you will be able to access the online material.

This offers students access to this valuable study resource up until the time they sit the exam. For professional courses, students are encouraged to take the exam 6-8 months after the original last course module. Students who choose to sit the exam at a later date (up to 1 year after the original final course module) may have to pay an extra fee in order to maintain access to the online material.

More details can be found in our terms and conditions here. You may also need to check with your host, as there may be country specific terms and conditions of enrollment.

For Prices please click the Prices and Registration Button above. Discounts

- - Early Bird Discount of 10% if you register with deposit payment 3 months before the start of the course.
  - Early Bird Discount of 5% if you register with deposit payment 2 months before the start of the course.
  - Further discounts for Second and Third Polestar course available - please check with us.
  - Re-sit discount available - please check with us.
  - Already trained with another school? Transition discounts available - please check with us.