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[APRIL 2026] AUCKLAND 150 Hours Reformer Pilates Teacher Training Course Online + In Person
Introduction and Welcome To Your New Career
Introduction to the Module 1.0 Reformer Course : Online Content
Introduction to the Module 1.0 Reformer Course : Practical Day
Course Objectives
A message from your instructor
Course Components - How to complete this course.
Course Completion Timelines
Completing Self Directed Learning Hours
Completion Exam - Video Submission Guidelines
Introduction to Pilates
The SO Academy™ Functional Pilates
What is Pilates?
Principles of Pilates
Pilates Terminology
Evolution of Pilates Instruction
End of Module Quiz
Anatomy & Physiology
Core Muscles
Diaphragm and Breathing
Transverse Abdominis
Internal Obliques
Lumbar Erector Spinae
Multifidus Lumbar and Sacral
Pelvic Floor Muscles
Functional Anatomy for Pilates: Shoulder Girdle & Scapular Region
Functional Movement & Anatomical Slings
Regional Interdependence Theory
Plane of Movements
Slings of Movement and Gait
Deep Longitudinal Sling (DLS)
Lateral Sling
Anterior Oblique Sling (AOS)
Posterior Oblique Sling (POS)
Neutral Posture & Common Adaptations
Neutral Posture/Neutral Spine
Neutral Spine/Posture in Standing
Neutral Spine (in supine/crook lying)
Neutral Spine (in quadruped)
Kypholordotic Posture
Flat Back Posture
Sway Back Posture
Introduction to the Reformer
The Reformer
Pre-requisites to Practical Days
Class Planning & All You Need to Know
Reformer Springs Break Down
Reformer Small Apparatuses
End of Module Quiz
Health & Safety
Functional Series 1: Footwork
Parallel Push Aways (1:41)
Plié Push Aways (1:20)
Wide Push Aways (1:21)
Single Leg Push Aways (1:42)
Calf Raises (1:40)
Jogging (1:23)
Pelvic Bridge (1:58)
Functional Series 2: Hands in Straps (HIS) Series
Triceps Press (2:27)
Lat Pull Down (1:12)
Horizontal/T Pulls (1:22)
Arm Circles (1:58)
Single Leg Toe Tap (2:12)
Double Leg Toe Tap (1:54)
Ab Prep (1:44)
Oblique Curls (1:31)
Single Leg Stretch (1:17)
Double Leg Stretch (1:00)
Pilates 100s (1:26)
Functional Series 3: Mid Back Series
Lat Pull Back/Plough (1:55)
Biceps Curl (1:09)
Book Opener (1:08)
Mid Rowing (1:47)
Archer (1:18)
Roll Down (by itself or + arm work) (2:47)
The SO Academy Education Policy
How to achieve the most out of the structure of this course
Functional Series 4: Front Kneeling Arm Series
Shoulder Flexion (2:03)
Tea Tray (1:01)
Salute (1:39)
French Press (1:12)
Functional Series 5: Side Arm Series
Overhead Press (1:44)
Sword (1:14)
Golf (1:32)
Ox (1:36)
Functional Series 6 : Long Box Prone Swan Series
Scapular Setting (1:29)
Swan (1:46)
Functional Series 7: Long Box Prone Risers Series
Prone Shoulder Extension (1:47)
Prone Triceps (1:04)
Prone Aeroplanes (1:06)
Functional Series 8: Short Box Ab Series
Curl Downs (1:57)
Curl Downs with Rotations (1:44)
Flat Back (1:31)
Twist (1:21)
Twist with Lean (1:20)
Functional Series 9: Quadruped Ab Series
4 Point Abs (2:15)
3 Point Abs (1:31)
Functional Series 10: Elephant Series
Baby Elephant (1:55)
Full Elephant (1:12)
Jack Rabbit (0:58)
Pike (1:04)
Functional Series 11: Sprinter
Sprinter (2:48)
Scooter (1:56)
Functional Series 12: Standing Series
Side Split (Abductor) (1:55)
Side Split (Adductor) (1:34)
Plie 1 Leg (1:35)
Ice Skater (1:40)
Lunge (1:48)
Classical Series 1: Cheerleader Series
Mini Cheerleader (1:46)
Full Cheerleader (1:03)
Classical Series 2: Feet In Straps
Lift and Lower (1:40)
Bend and Straighten (0:50)
Frog Legs/Plie (0:57)
Leaping Frog Legs (1:15)
Circles (1:08)
Reverse Circles (0:54)
Short Spine (0:57)
Classical Series 3: Side Lying Gluts
Sleeper (2:59)
Hip Abduction (1:54)
Pendullum (0:58)
Kickstart (0:59)
Circles & Reverse Circles (1:38)
Classical Series 4: Classical Elephant
Classical Elephant (1:32)
Classical Series 5: Stretches
Mermaid (1:40)
Hip Flexor Stretch (1:12)
Hamstring Stretch (0:52)
Hip Adductor Stretch (1:03)
Client Management
Understanding injuries and different bodies
What Exercises to Prescribe for Common Diagnosis & Presentations
Identify and Understanding different types of Programme Deliveries
Managing Expectations and creating plans and options
How to class plan and design programmes to address client goals and identified needs
End of Module Quiz
Jumpboard
What is Jumpboard?
Full Jumpboard Online Course - All You Need to Know!
Professional Practice
Scope of Practice of a Pilates Instructor (Australia & New Zealand)
Referral Pathways and The Allied Health System
End of Module Quiz
End of Online Materials Quiz
Springs In Details Recap
Spring Settings For Beginner Class Plan
Spring Settings For Intermediate Class Plan
Identifying different types of Reformer Pilates Moves
Identify the aims of different types of Reformer Pilates Moves
Identify the key Pilates Principles of different types of Reformer Pilates Moves
How to achieve the most out of the structure of this course
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