BodyWise, Institute for Movement Studies

Pilates Certification – The PhysicalMind Institute

Initiation 101 – Mat Certification
15-hour course highlighting the following:
The classic mat work of Joseph Pilates
Fundamental Movement principles know as The Method Pilates originated from the PhysicalMind Institute.
Understanding of the biomechanical principles behind each exercise
Exercise protocols for both healthy and special populations

Initiation 201 – Standing Pilates
15 hour totally unique workshop featuring standing work adapted from Joseph Pilates classical repertoire. This workshop is the bow that ties all of the best aspects of the mat work together while creating an innovative workout option for your clients. This workshop is highly recommended.

Concentration 101 – Reformer, Cadillac/Trapeze table, Pilates Chair Certification. Requirements include
10 Week formal program
4 hour lecture per week = 40 seminar hours
48 hours teaching observation
60 hours self practice (exercise review)
75 hours student teaching

Formal program teaches
The original exercise developed by Joseph H. Pilates on the reformer, Cadillac / Trapeze Table, Pilates chair / Wunda chair.
Biomechanical principles underling each exercise
Assessment of muscular imbalances and corrective techniques
Healthy and special population exercise protocols

For seminar dates and additional information contact the PhysicalMind Institute at www.themethodpilates.com
or call 212-343-2150.

Experiential Anatomy – 3 – D Anatomy
Written and presented by Joy Puleo, a physiologist and rehab clinician, this 9-week class will explore the dynamic nature of the moving body. As most Anatomy classes approach the body in a didactic one-dimensional manner, we will explore the anatomy of the body as it moves through all planes of motion.

This class is not simply about origin and insertion of muscles on the skeletal system, but rather how the musculoskeletal systems, the nervous system and the viscera support and is affected by the body’s natural movements.

We will start our exploration by examining, in depth, the skeletal structure of the spine, its mobility, flexibility and strength which provides the framework from which the nervous system and core musculature initiate movement. We will go on to explore in depth the various systems of the body, not as separate entities but as a coordinated whole.

Weeks 1-3 – Spine Cardiovascular system
Weeks 3-6 – Nervous system - Pelvis and lower leg – movement, gait and form
Weeks 7-9 – Nervous system - Ribcage, shoulder girdle, diaphragm and breathing

For workshop dates and pricing contact us at workshops@wisemovment.com
Ideal for Pilates, Gyrotonic, Yoga Practitioners, Personal Trainers, Massage Therapists and other health professionals.

The Healing Nature of Pilates
It is a great responsibility when a client entrusts their physical health to a practitioner. This workshop will explore how Pilates inspired exercises can support and assist in the rehabilitation process. Using the specially designed Pilates equipment and the mat work, we will examine how the exercises can be used to work with clients dealing with chronic back pain, fibromyalgia, cancer, degenerative joint diseases, and joint trauma, neurological trauma and other common disabilities.

For workshop dates and pricing contact us at workshops@wisemovment.com

Advanced Apparatus Training
Advanced Reformer
Advanced Cadillac / Trapeze Table
Advanced Pilates Chair / Wunda Chair
Small apparatus training – barrel, half barrel, arc
Each class = (4) training.

For workshop dates and pricing contact us at workshops@wisemovment.com

Gyrotonic Pre-Training and Training

For workshop dates and pricing contact us at workshops@wisemovment.com