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Stott Pilates Education
STOTT PILATES education and certification programs empower instructors to motivate, challenge and retain clients 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 personal 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.
About the STOTT PILATES Method
Q. What Is The STOTT PILATES Method?
A. STOTT PILATES is a contemporary approach to the original exercise method pioneered by the late Joseph Pilates. Co-founders Moira and Lindsay G. 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. This clear and detailed approach forms the basis for STOTT PILATES training and certification programs. It’s used by rehab and prenatal clients, athletes, celebrities and everyone in between.
Q. What Is The Difference Between The STOTT PILATES Method And Other Pilates Techniques?
A. STOTT PILATES incorporates modern exercise principles, including contemporary thinking about spinal rehabilitation and athletic performance enhancement. For example, some approaches may promote a flat back, whereas STOTT PILATES exercises are designed to restore the natural curves of the spine and rebalance the muscles around the joints, placing more emphasis on scapular stabilization. As well, there are more preparatory exercises and modifications to cater to many different body types and abilities, making it applicable to everyday life.
Program Options
Whether you are a fitness professional, rehab specialist or club owner, Equilibrium offers the STOTT PILATES program to meet your needs. Each program comprises a series of relevant courses or modules delivered at a pace, duration and location most suitable to you or your organization.
Intensive Program – Level 1
The STOTT PILATES Intensive program is for fitness and health professionals. This program prepares you to teach STOTT PILATES Level 1 Matwork and equipment-based repertoire safely, effectively and with confidence.
Comprehensive Program – Level 1
Available at only three locations in the United States, including Equilibrium. Designed for those with some movement training and exposure to Pilates, Comprehensive courses cover functional anatomy and the practical skills needed to develop effective and motivating Level 1 Matwork and equipment-based programs.
Advanced Program – Level 2
The Advanced program consists of Level 2 courses in Matwork, Reformer and Cadillac, Chair & Barrels. Completion of the Advanced program is required for full certification.
Rehabilitation Program
The Rehabilitation program is specifically for licensed physical therapists, occupational therapists, sports medicine professionals and chiropractors wishing to integrate modified STOTT PILATES exercises for injury prevention and rehabilitation into their practices. Available at select locations, including Equilibrium, under the supervision of Dr. Kim Dunleavy.
ISP Program
The STOTT PILATES Injuries & Special Populations course equips you with the skills required to address a broad range of physical challenges among your clients. The ISP Program is required for full certification.
Crossover Program (may only be taken after at least one STOTT PILATES course)
Crossover courses were created to offer instructors additional opportunities for professional growth by helping them make the transition from private to group training and vice versa. Unlike our standard courses, crossover options are designed to act as a bridge between the Group program and the Intensive or Comprehensive programs.
Group SPX™ Program – Level 1
For fitness clubs that want to quickly and effectively implement a quality group Pilates program, the STOTT PILATES Group SPX programming stream is the answer. Designed especially for group fitness instructors, Group SPX certification courses and workshops provide instructors with the tools they need to teach, progress and inspire their group classes.
Program Requirements
Which Program is Right for Me?
If you are a qualified fitness professional, we recommend the following:
Program Type
Intensive – Level 1 & Advanced – Level 2
If you have little or no professional background but want to start a new career in fitness, we recommend the following:
Program Type
Comprehensive – Level 1 & Advanced – Level 2
If you are a qualified health practitioner or rehab professional, we recommend the following:
Program Type
Rehabilitation
Required Reading Materials
The following titles are required for all Comprehensive courses and recommended for Intensive courses. Available at most bookstores.
*Trail Guide to the Body, 4th Ed, Andrew Biel
*Muscular System Flash Pak, Bryan Edwards
*Anatomy of Movement, Blandine Germain
Certification & Examinations
STOTT PILATES certification shows clients and employers that you are a well-qualified professional. At the conclusion of each course, you receive a letter of completion and continuing education credits. STOTT PILATES certification is awarded upon successful completion of a course plus a written and practical exam. Exam material is cumulative so students can certify in stages by taking an exam after each course or after a series of courses, e.g. students certified in Matwork must take a combined Matwork and Reformer exam should they wish to subsequently certify in Reformer. This also applies to students certified in Reformer who wish to move on to CCB certification.
Please note that exams must be taken within six months of the last course completed and that there is a fee associated with each exam. Successful completion of Matwork; Reformer; Cadillac, Chair & Barrels; Advanced Repertoire; ISP courses and exams are required for full certification.
email: training@equilibriumstudio.com with your questions or to request an application.
