Prerequisites:

1. Movement Principles

Online Requirements:
If you are taking this course Online, you will need to have the following equipment:

• A mat. Additional props, which may or may not be used in class include, resistance bands (medium and light resistance), a Pilates Magic Circle (Ultra Fit Circle and other Pilates rings acceptable), a foam roller, and an inflatable ball (8 – 10″ or TOGU Ball).
• Taking online courses: While we believe there is no better way to learn movement then in person, we understand that online is a good option for many. When taking a movement class online, you, must be completely visible to the instructor, lighting must be good enough to see detailed movement, and internet connection must be reliable and strong as Balanced Body is not responsible for lost class hours if your internet crashes or your connection is unstable.

To become a fully qualified Balanced Body Mat Instructor, students must complete the following:

• • Anatomy (strongly recommended)
  • Movement Principles – Course work, written test (16 hours)
  • Balanced Body Mat 1 – Course work, written test and practical evaluation (16 hours)
  • Balanced Body Mat 2 – Course work, written test and practical evaluation (16 hours)

li>Balanced Body Mat 3 – Course work, written test and practical evaluation (16 hours)

• 20 Mat Personal Sessions and 15 Observation Hours and 35 Student Teaching Hours
• Balanced Body Final practical and written exam (Test Out)

Total hours for completion of Mat program: 134 hours (not including anatomy)

Upon completion of all the requirements, a certificate of completion as a Balanced Body Mat Instructor will be issued.