DATES
1st Retreat:
May 18th – 24th 2019 (Portugal)
Oct 27th – Nov 2nd 2019 (Thailand)
2nd Retreat:
Nov 2nd – 8th 2019 (Thailand)
LENGTH
2 retreats of 6 nights each
LOCATION
Thailand (Koh Samui) and Portugal (Algarve)
TEACHERS
PRICE
from €3600 (for certification and 2 retreat weeks — 12 nights total — with all inclusions)
BASI PILATES MAT TEACHER TRAINING. BECOME A PILATES TEACHER. ANATOMY. WORKSHOPS. WORKOUTS. FRIENDSHIP. INTENSIVE TRAINING. SOLID FOUNDATION.
WHERE DO YOU WANT TO GO IN 2019?
About the Training:
Programme & Structure:
We offer an immersion programme that includes 2 weeklong intensive retreats with online course work in between. The retreat weeks will build up on each other and students must be present for both retreats. To facilitate your schedule, you may choose any combination of dates or locations offered (see left). If you would like to attend Retreat 1 and 2 in one consecutive 12-day retreat, you may apply here.
The first retreat (Modules 1-3) will build the foundation of your teacher training and includes basic anatomy studies, Pilates history and principles, BASI block system and the full Mat Pilates Beginners and Intermediate repertoire.
On the 2nd retreat (Modules 4-6), we will learn and study the advanced Pilates mat exercises and bring all the elements of teaching Pilates together. We will discuss the ‘business side’ of being a Pilates teacher, work on intelligent class design and incorporate plenty of practice teaching with valuable feedback to make you a confident teacher.
You may chose to take your practical exam at the end of the 2nd retreat, and after completion of the BASI online exam and with completion of the required teaching, observation and practice hours you will receive your official BASI Pilates teacher certification.
In the months in between the retreats, you will be given some homework consisting of observation hours, teaching practice and some written assignments. Your teacher will provide feedback and consultation time via skype and e-mail.
Curriculum:
Over the 2 retreat weeks, practical and lecture sessions will include the following:
- History of Pilates
- Basic Anatomy
- Postural Assessment
- Principles of Pilates
- BASI Block System
- Over 40 Pilates Mat Exercises from Beginner to Advanced
- Exercise Adaptation (advanced Mat & Magic Circle)
- Pilates as a System: A holistic approach to the Method
- Class Design & Working with Clients
- Business & Ethics
- Observation & Practice Teaching
A typical retreat day:
8am – 9am Mat class
9am – 10.30am Breakfast
10.30am – 12.30pm Lectures / anatomy / discussion
12.30pm – 3.00pm Lunch break
3.00pm – 5.00 pm Teaching practice
5.00pm – 6.30pm Mat class / revisions / Q & A
7.30pm Dinner
Most days will finish by 6pm to give you time to absorb and to be able to spend some time alone or with friends. / Of the required hours to complete the full Pilates Mat Teacher Training, you will cover around 50-hrs during the retreat weeks. In between the retreats you are expected to complete a minimum of 15 observation hrs, 30 teaching hours and 30 self-practice hours / This teacher training is limited to a maximum of 14 students.
Cost for retreat and certification:
Included in the price:
- 12 (2 x 6) nights boutique accommodation in hand-picked retreat venues
- three healthy meals per retreat day
- special graduation dinner and a few surprises
- over 48 hrs of actual lectures & training, including the BASI Pilates mat exercises, block system, anatomy lectures, Pilates business background, special populations, props, etc.
- all teacher training manuals and exams
- skype/email support and follow up in between retreat modules
- BASI Mat Pilates Certification
- selected ground transportation to/from retreat venue and airport
- lots of fun, small group
Not included in the price:
- flights & travel insurance
- some transportation to/from the retreat venue
A non-refundable deposit of €500 is required to reserve your spot. All bookings must be paid in full 4 weeks before start date, however we can still take bookings right up to the start date.
*single rooms will be given away on a first come, first serve basis and might not be available at the Portugal location. The retreat is limited to a maximum of 14 students.
Location & Travel Information:
For our 2019 Teacher Training, you can choose between two different locations: The tropical island of Koh Samui, Thailand, and a private villa on the stunning Atlantic coast of Southern Portugal. Each location brings their unique charm and we leave it up to you to complete both retreats at the same location or to mix them up as it fits your schedule. If you would like to complete both retreats in one continuous 12-day retreat, you may apply here.
You will be responsible for your own flights and travel arrangements from/to the retreat locations, but we will be happy to help arrange local transfers between the airport and retreat venues. The first day of the retreat is the arrival day and we will meet for a welcome introduction and dinner by 6pm. The last day is the departure day with the retreat officially closing after breakfast. Please arrange your flights accordingly.
You will have to attend both retreats in order to be eligible for the BASI Mat Pilates Teacher Certification. However, you may choose to complete the 6 required BASI Mat modules at different retreat locations or in collaboration with any BASI host studio worldwide (subject to agreement of the host studio).
