Program Curriculum
Phase 1
ONLINE LECTURES with Ellie Herman
Learn the mechanics, technique, and integration of the Pilates Method with one of the world’s foremost Pilates innovators, Master Teacher Ellie Herman. Ellie is committed to teaching students the applications of all the Pilates exercises so that when they graduate, they are confident they can apply their knowledge to all populations.
Learn the mechanics, technique, and integration of the Pilates Method with one of the world’s foremost Pilates innovators, Master Teacher Ellie Herman. Ellie is committed to teaching students the applications of all the Pilates exercises so that when they graduate, they are confident they can apply their knowledge to all populations.
Ellie believes that Pilates education begins with an understanding of anatomy, kinesiology, posture, and biomechanics. Throughout this immersive and rigorous series of lectures and workshops, you will learn choreography of the Pilates mat and apparatus, how to guide clients through cueing, and common contraindications.
Students can choose to get certified in just one piece of equipment or do the comprehensive training.
Students seeking comprehensive certification are required to complete all the lectures for all the equipment, complete practical hours and finally, Zoom or in-person test-out.
Phase 2
PRACTICAL HOURS - Self-Practice & Teaching
Each module requires Self-Practice and Student teaching.
Students will need access to equipment if they want to get certified so they can practice themselves and also practice teaching others.
Self Practice: Students are required to complete self-practice sessions to reinforce program curriculum and perfect their technique.
Student Teaching: A critically important aspect of the program is learning how to be a safe, effective, inspiring teacher.
Functional Anatomy
Online lecture/demonstration with Ellie Herman.
Required Books: Anatomy of Movement by Germain, Muscles Testing and Function by Kendall.
Students must complete reading and quiz packs prior to watching the lectures.
Pilates Mat
Online lecture/demonstration with Ellie Herman.
Required Books: Ellie Herman’s Pilates Mat Manual available on our website.
Mat certification requirements: 20 hours each of self-practice and student teaching.
Test out Fee $150: Schedule a Zoom or in-person test out!
Pilates Springboard
Online lecture/demonstration with Ellie Herman.
Required Books: Ellie Herman’s Springboard Manual, available on our website.
Springboard certification requirements: 10 hours each of self-practice and student teaching.
Test out Fee $150: Schedule a Zoom or in-person test out!
Reformer
Online lecture/demonstration with Ellie Herman.
Required Books: Ellie Herman’s Reformer Manual, available on our website.
Reformer certification requirements: 20 hours each of self-practice and student teaching.
Test out Fee $150: Schedule a Zoom or in-person test out!
Cadillac
Online lecture/demonstration with Ellie Herman.
Required Books: Ellie Herman’s Cadillac Manual, and Pilates Arc & Barrels available on our website.
Springboard certification requirements: 10 hours each of self-practice and student teaching.
Test out Fee $150: Schedule a Zoom or in-person test out!
Pilates Arc
Online lecture/demonstration with Ellie Herman.
Required Books: Ellie Herman’s Cadillac Manual, and Pilates Arc & Barrels available on our website.
Springboard certification requirements: 5 hours each of self-practice and student teaching.
Test out Fee $150: Schedule a Zoom or in-person test out!
Ladder Barrel
Online lecture/demonstration with Ellie Herman.
Required Books: Ellie Herman’s Cadillac Manual, and Pilates Arc & Barrels available on our website.
Ladder Barrel certification requirements: 2 hours each of self-practice and student teaching.
Test out Fee $150: Schedule a Zoom or in-person test out!
Wunda Chair
Online lecture/demonstration with Ellie Herman.
Required Books: Ellie Herman’s Wunda Chair Manual, available on our website.
Chair certification requirements: 10 hours each of self-practice and student teaching.
Test out Fee $150: Schedule a Zoom or in-person test out!
You will receive a certificate of completion via email.
Ellie Herman Method (evolved Barre)
Online lecture/demonstration with Ellie Herman.
EHM Certification requirements: 10 hours each of self-practice and student teaching.
Required Books: Ellie Herman Method pdf available on our website.
Students must take a minimum of 10 Brooklyn Barre classes, virtually or live. Students will receive a 50% discount on a 10-pack of classes ( comes out to $96.50 for 10 virtual classes).
Test Out Fee $100: Submit a videotape of a 45-minute Brooklyn Barre class
Comprehensive Certification
Please read all the requirements for each module. There is an additional written test for comprehensive certification. The practical test out for comprehensive is $500. The comprehensive test-out covers all the equipment. A Zoom test out can be scheduled when student is ready.
Phase 3
TEST OUT
When the student has completed the program, they may ask to schedule the practical and written tests required to become fully certified. In the interest of the students’ preparedness and confidence, we strongly encourage that they wait to take the practical and written tests only after they have completed all of their lecture and student hours.
The written test covers Pilates repertoire, anatomy, and kinesiology. The practical test assesses the students’ ability to teach and perform the repertoire. Group practicals are scheduled throughout the year.