The Program
Body Arts and Science International (BASI™) is a comprehensive certification program developed by Rael Isacowitz, M.A., an internationally recognized expert in the Pilates method. The program integrates the original work and philosophies of Joseph Pilates with contemporary scientific knowledge, and ensures that students will emerge with a deep understanding of the Pilates method and application repertoire. The program is comprised of formal lectures, personal practice, observation, student teaching, a dissertation, and a complete examination process. Body Intellect is proud to offer this level of training in our studio. Studios in Johannesburg and Cape Town are also host locations for the prestigious BASI™ certification course in South Africa.

Courses Offered

Mat Work Teacher Training: provides a strong foundation of the Mat Work repertoire based on the teachings of Joseph Pilates.

Comprehensive Teacher Training: prepares students and seasoned professionals alike to refine their skills and teaching methodology on all of the apparatus.

Advanced Educator Program: provides in-depth training and education in movement analysis and in the advanced and master-level Pilates repertoire.

Post Graduate Program: offers continuing education for those who wish to specialize or increase the breadth of their skills with select populations.

Subjects Covered

• The principles, approach, history and development of the Pilates method and BASI™.
• The complete movement repertoire of Joseph Pilates on all the equipment (according to the corresponding course).
• Anatomy and exercise physiology including muscle function and biomechanics relating to the Pilates method.
• The Block System of exercise sequencing.
• The principles of posture and postural analysis.
• Movement analysis and muscle recruitments patterns.
• Comprehensive programming and teaching methodology.
• Addressing special populations, including: pregnant women, children, the elderly, dancers, athletes, and those with spinal care and rehabilitation issues.

Teaching Staff
The faculty for BASI™ courses is considered the finest in the industry, and certification requires a rigorous approval process. BASI™ founder Real Isacowitz oversees the International program development of BASI™ while Theo van der Riet serves as the program administrator and teacher along with several other highly-qualified guest instructors, studio hosts and lecturers in South Africa.

Driven by Science: Our philosophy is supported by the latest evidence based approach to the problem of motor control deficits. Simply speaking, we apply the science to retrain movement patterns for optimal physical wellness. The inclusion of Pilates to any exercise regimen can have far reaching results in sports performance conditioning, rehabilitation and recovery. General health and fitness will also be greatly increased. Pilates develops a functional balance of bio-motor abilities - strength, power, endurance, flexibility, co-ordination, balance, agility and speed – to create a body that moves with grace and ease. We set standards high for our instructors, so that clients and patients receive the best that Pilates can deliver for a sound and strong mind & body. It is our long-term goal to make Pilates accessible to all. For this reason we design the training process around the client's specific needs and goals. We strive to make a difference in elite sport performance, physical therapy and the fitness industry as a whole. We invite you to train with us and experience the results. 

Courses for professionals: Our courses are designed with the career professional in mind. Our skill-based approach to Pilates education is modular and comprehensive to meet the requirements of working professionals. The early foundation skills are the platform for functionally integrated movements and exercises, so that the student not only develops thorough knowledge of the hundreds of exercises available, but is also capable of applying them correctly.

Course Units:

Orientation and Matwork - Thoughtful, deliberate movements designed to increase body awareness. Focused on finding the deeper connection within the body, stabilize the core, and mobilize the extremities. Develop a cognitive understanding of basic movements. Become proficient in verbal, visual and tactile cueing. Along with the introduction of the use of imagery, trainers will continually evaluate and guide clients safely through the program. Mat based exercises are taught with the six Pilates principles incorporated into the learning process; this provides a clear understanding of the underlying intention of each mat exercise.

Advanced Matwork - Build on the foundation of stability and accept the challenge of increased exercise intensity. Begin moving towards more functional challenges; learn specific teaching methods, advanced evaluation techniques and more complex exercise progressions. Performance related movement requires the highest level of application and skill. Refinement of instructional methods for this demanding level is continued. Exercises aim to develop overall balance and co-ordination, multi-segmental stability and full body co-ordination incorporate into high performance and peak functional programming.

Reformer - The Reformer course prepares you to teach a broad range of exercises performed on the Reformer, the primary piece of resistance equipment used in Pilates. The Reformer course equips the instructor with inspiring ways to challenge and motivate clients on an unstable platform. Also included are thorough safety, set-up and care sections, plus use of the Reformer Accessories such as the mat converter, jump board, long and short box.

Trapeze Table, Stability Chair and Barrels - The Trapeze Table (or Cadillac) course offers a unique progression in client programming with the use of springs and bars designed to support or challenge. Independent spring techniques allow for multi-planar stabilization exercise. The Trapeze Table techniques can be beneficial during subtle rehabilitation as well as athletic performance conditioning. Stability Chair course are the ultimate in functional movement series. Moving to a vertical orientation, gravity plays an important role to produce a progression that demands functional integrated movement. Inclusion of chair work for client programming is ideal for strength style training and for true functional challenges in rehabilitation. Designed to enhance spine flexibility and improve posture, the Barrels course provides unconventional movement challenges in a safe environment. This unit explores the use of four types of barrels: Ladder Barrel, Spine Corrector, Arc Barrel and Small Barrel.

Entrance Requirements: Students are required to have a recognised certificate, diploma or degree in basic health and/or fitness studies. If you do not have, please ask us for information on how to register for a National Fitness Certificate that will qualify you to register with us. Contact the Admissions office at our South African headquarters: info@jamesraaffandassociates.com or +27 21 465-2870 or visit www.jamesraaffandassociates.com

Renee Watson Pilates Studio

Studio Philosophy

We value having an intimate studio & a peaceful environment. We want to know each client by name and make sure that they know they are appreciated. We insist on being highly qualified & confident instructors, constantly striving to update our knowledge and skills. We are a team

Renee Watson

Renee began her Pilates training in 1990 while dancing in
Vancouver, Canada. She has a strong background in fitness
including American Council of Exercise (ACE) Personal Trainer
and a Bachelor of Science in Dietetics from the University of
British Columbia, Canada.

After moving to Cape Town in 1997, she completed her Pilates
qualification with Body Technology and subsequently studied
further with Dianne Miller in Vancouver, Rael Isacowitz
in California and in Toronto with Stott Pilates.
In 2004, Renee qualified with Body Arts & Science International and
completed Dance Conditioning at Cal State University, Long Beach.
She also completed her Injuries and Special Populations training with Stott Pilates in 2004.

Renee qualified as a GYROKINESIS instructor in 2007 and is currently
doing the GYROTONIC course. She also runs Pilates Instructor
Qualifying Courses, which are registered with the Pilates Method Alliance® in the United States. Renee is also a founding member of the South African Pilates Education Provider Alliance (SAPEPA).

Basic and Intermediate Matwork Course

• Theory, Foundation/Basic/Intermediate level Pilates Matwork
• 35 lecture hours (including well-known guest speakers)
• 165 practical hours (including observation, participation, practice, apprentice teaching, and case study)
• Evaluation criteria include anatomy quiz, theory paper, practical evaluation, case study, and final teaching assessment
• Applicants must have background in exercise science and anatomy,  Pilates experience, and must complete CPR training before receiving certification

Equipment Course

• Basic/Intermediate level Pilates on the Reformer, Cadillac, Wundachair,  Spine Corrector, and Ped-u-pul
• 35 lecture hours
• 165 practical hours (including observation, participation, practice, apprentice teaching, and case study)
• Evaluation criteria include theory paper, practical evaluation, and final teaching assessment
• Applicants must have completed a Matwork Course

Short Courses and Workshops

These range from 2-15 hours each and may be submitted for Continuing Education Credits. These include Advanced Matwork, Pregnancy, Large ball, Small ball, Band, Magic Circle, Pilates for the Less Mobile, Dance Conditioning, Foam roller,

Upright Pilates, and more.

For more information on Workshops, Courses and Classes, please contact us on:

Tel: +27 21 794 2640

E-mail: reneewatson@pilates-studio.co.za

Website:  www.pilates-studio.co.za or www.consciousmovement.co.za

PILATES UNLIMITED - THE ART OF MOVEMENT COURSES

Any candidates wishing to go into any kind of anatomy based work (doctors, physiotherapists, personal trainers, sports management etc.) would greatly benefit from our courses. Our courses are of a very high standard and range from basic to intermediate-advanced.

Courses offered:

   Mat work

   Equipment and Mat work

   Post educational courses for professionals.

These courses will be extremely informative, as we will be working with a registered physiotherapist. We would like to continue the education of instructors and physiotherapists as this keeps them enthusiastic and positive in their line of work.

Our courses and curriculum is registered with the Pilates Method Alliance. This is a registering Pilates body in Miami Florida, USA.

About our Courses

Our courses have been designed to ensure the highest standard of training and will enable qualified students to successfully deal with any requirements clients may have. You're qualification will enable you to train professional sportsman, dancers, pre- & postnatal clients, post surgery clients, aid in injuries, tone, relieve stress and create a general well-being. This course will give you all the theoretical as well as practical background required. This course is run over a six 12 month period to ensure the optimum education of students and consists of 4 - 12 modules which is conducted on weekends.

We work with an advanced syllabus which is divided into various categories:

   Theory                                                       

   Repertoire

   Practical teaching

   Thesis

   Body Basics and body assessments  

   Practical demonstration

Apprentice Hours

The Pilates unlimited course requires you to build up a certain amount of hours in three categories. These hours need to be completed before receiving your certificate as they aid you in the process of teaching, demonstrating, and learning body basics.

Equipment Hours

Practical observation 150 hours

Practical teaching 70 hours

Practical exercises 50 hours per chapter (total 150 hours)

Mat Hours

Practical observation 60 hours

Practical teaching 20 hours

Practical exercise 20 hours per module

These hours are extremely important to receive your certification!

Course presenter: Tanya Louw

Through 10 years of experience and attendance in a number of courses, my dance diploma, working in conjunction with a registered physiotherapist and my history in anatomy and the movement of the body, I have formulated this method. I have had so many experiences from clients and it is through these experiences I have learnt all that I know today. It is through teaching that I have gained my knowledge of the movement and actions of the body and through thorough research in many areas.

Join us for this rewarding career in Pilates!

For more information log onto www.pilatesu.co.za 

Contact us - E-mail pu@lantic.net Tel +27 (0) 12 346 2044 Cell +27 (0) 82 300 3199

Kyrie Hardiman-PilatesHere,

Offers both a Fully Comprehensive and a Mat Pilates Teachers Training Certification.

The anatomy and physiology study manual for the PilatesHere Certification Course has been endorsed by the Dean of the Medical Faculty of Health Sciences of Wits University Johannesburg.

Students will be taught repertoirethatmaintains the integrity of the original Pilates technique. Whilst honouring the classical exercises, PilatesHere provides a contemporary approach to the Pilates method, moving with developments in sports science, physiology and anatomy. Students will learn torecognizeand understand our modern needs from Pilates and apply the method accordingly.

The Fully Comprehensive course takes 6 months to complete and includes in-depth repertoire on the Reformer, Cadillac, Wunda Chair, Ladder Barrel, Spine Corrector, Mat and all auxiliary equipment (see below)

The Mat Course also takes 6 months covering in-depth Mat repertoire and all auxiliary equipment including theFoam Roller, Physio-ball, Over Ball, Triad Ball, Magic Circle, Free Weights, and other Auxiliary equipment.

For both courses there are 12 modules with a total of 12 lectures, 60 practical repertoire hours (+/- 40 hours for Mat Course),40 teaching practice hours (30 for Mat Course),6 teaching ‘clinics’, 75 observation hours and 12 homework assignments.

All students will write two theory exams, complete a practical teaching exam and a practical demonstration exam. They are also required tocomplete and present a case study.

Next course commences May 2010.

For further details go to www.PilatesHere.com or contact Kyrie 082 779 1903

STOTT PILATES CERTIFICATION™

What is Stott Pilates?

STOTT PILATES™ is a contemporary approach to the original method pioneered by the late Joseph Pilates, incorporating modern exercise principles, and including contemporary thinking about spinal rehabilitation and athletic performance enhancement.

Co-founders Moira and Lindsay Merrithew, along with a team of physical therapists, sports medicine and fitness professionals, have spent over two decades refining the STOTT PILATES™ method of exercise and equipment. This resulted in the inclusion of modern principles of exercise science and spinal rehabilitation, making it one of the safest and effective methods available.

Why Stott Pilates?

STOTT PILATES™ education and certification programs empower instructors to motivate, challenge and retain client's long term.

Often referred to as the "Ivy League"� school of Pilates, STOTT PILATES™ provides you with the depth of knowledge and practical programming options to teach effective group or private training programs to clients of any age or fitness level - from post rehabilitation patients to elite athletes.

It's just one of the reasons our graduates are in high demand worldwide.

STOTT PILATES™ is the Professionals Choice.  We're the largest full-service organization in the world providing cutting-edge education, Pilates equipment, and Pilates DVD's. Experience Pilates for a lifetime with us.

Courses offered

We offer Intensive (level 1) and Advanced (level 2) certification in Mat; Reformer; and Cadillac, Chair and Barrels. The Intensive courses are intended for those already working in the fields of fitness movement. The program focuses on expanding current knowledge while delivering complete instruction in the STOTT PILATES™ principles. The Advanced program begins with a review of relevant Essential and Intermediate exercises, then students learn to apply STOTT PILATES™ biomechanical principles to exercises that require a higher degree of strength, balance and coordination. 

Location

Bay Pilates, Port Elizabeth, offers numerous courses yearly, as well as continuing education and examinations.

Students have the option of staying at the studio in one of 4 lovely en-suite rooms, and they have the use of a car.  There are kitchenettes in the outside rooms and a kitchen to share in the main house/studio - it is self catering.

The studio has a comprehensive range of Stott Pilates™ DVD'S available; as well as small props such as fitness circles; foam rollers; flex-bands; mini-stability balls; regular stability balls; gift packages etc.

Contact

Lisa Palmer at portelizabeth@stottpilates.com or phone 084 500 1973 for further details.