WHY NAFC PILATES COACH MAT CERTIFICATION

In these Mat courses, students develop, execute and teach the historic exercises of Pilates’ Matwork training. Refine your understanding of the body, movement efficiency along with a deeper understanding of proper form and function to ensure student safety at all training levels. Specific instruction on modifications and adjustments, as well as safety and teaching strategies are detailed. Through the education gained in this course, students are able to teach a variety of exercises that can be adapted for practically any level client.

PILATES COACH MAT CERTIFICATION OPTIONS

  1. PILATES COACH MAT CERTIFICATION: Mat 2

*PREREQUISITES: PILATES COACH: FOUNDATIONS OF MOVEMENT


 1. PILATES COACH MAT CERTIFICATION: Mat 2

CEC – NAFC: .80 ACE: .80

In Mat Level 2 students will focus and refine their understanding of the body and movement efficiency. Students will gain a deeper understanding of proper form and function to ensure student safety at all training levels. In addition, students will begin to utilize props and tools in their delivery of Pilates matwork instruction and will refine their instructional presentation of education to students.

Understand:

  • Convenience: Study online at times and places that fit your busy schedule.
  • Online Testing: Take your certification exam whenever you’re ready with NAFC’s encrypted, electronically proctored online testing.
  • Unlimited Educational Support: If you have questions about the course materials, contact us!
  • Customer Support: Support both before and after you become certified.
  • Accreditation: NAFC is proud to be accredited by IACET and affiliated with NBFE.

THROUGH THE PILATES COACH: MAT 2 CERTIFICATION, STUDENTS WILL:
Mat level 2 is a continuation of level 1 using new tools to enhance sequencing and program design.

  • Learn and experience the use of Pilates “tools” using Pilates Rings and mini balls.
  • Open up a whole new concept of training with Tri-plane movement methodology.
  • Turn exercise into dynamic functional movements that translate into everyday activities.
  • Incorporate tools to train more effectively than with just a mat.
  • Learn our innovative and unique approach to applied functional movement.

UPON REGISTRATION, STUDENTS WILL RECEIVE:

  • A student interactive manual with images for each exercise
  • Videos for each exercise
  • A master class
  • A model class design plan

STEPS TO COURSE COMPLETION:

  • Successful completion of an online theory exam
  • Submission of a video evaluation
  • 30-minute consultation
  • Successful completion of a live or a virtual practical evaluation
  • Submission of CPR/AED certification

*PREREQUISITES: PILATES COACH: MAT 1