Apprentices
The Life of an Apprentice
As a Pilates apprentice at Teach Pilates, we expect your commitment to learning, dedication to mastering Classical Pilates principles, and openness to feedback. Your journey will involve focused study, practical training, and a passion for helping others move mindfully.
In return, you can expect expert guidance from the teacher trainers, a supportive learning environment, and comprehensive resources to build your confidence and skills
Seminars
For our Seminar apprentices, you will start each module with a Seminar of 2 days. This usually takes place in the weekend to not disturb the flow in the studio. Times may differ but the expected start each day is around 9am until 2 - 3pm.
Day 1
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Welcome and Introductions
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History of Pilates
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Principles of Pilates
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Powerhouse Actions
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Position of the feet
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Use of breath
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Learning Platform
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Pre-Pilates exercises
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Level 1 exercises
Day 2
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Feedback Day 1
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Lesson Level 1 exercises
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Level 2 exercises
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Practise
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What's next and planning
What can you expect from us?
We are here to teach you everything we know about the Pilates Method. This is done in a Seminar, on our Learning Platform with multiple videos, in our weekly classes, mentoring hours, your exams and in between via email, text and in person.
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We are running a busy studio ourselves, so we are not always available. Please be patient, we will get back to you with an answer to your query as soon as we can.
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Even though we were taught similar teaching programs, Lisa and Marco are different people, with different bodies and life experiences. Therefore, answers we give you may not be exactly the same. After all, the Pilates Method can and should be modified to the body in front of you.​
What do we expect from you?
Whatever program you choose to follow, please note this is adult education. You are responsible for your own progress and for finalising the module you have chosen. Of course, we will nudge you and try to move you forward.
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When you are in a Seminar, practising in a studio, or observing clients please be mindful that you are in a 'working' studio with certain ways of working.​​
In Seminar
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Be on time
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Be supportive and understanding towards other apprentices
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Be open and prepared to learn
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Ask questions at the right time
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Be ready to practise
In Studio
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Be respectful towards the teacher trainer
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​Clean up after yourself
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Put springs and settings back where they belong
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Engage with clients in a respectful way​
Observation
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Be on time
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When online, turn your camera off and mute yourself
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Write down things you see, ask questions at the end of the session
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Be ready to be asked a question; don't switch off completely
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When in studio, don't spend all the time on your phone
Industry Membership
We encourage our apprentices to become a student member of Pilates Aotearoa - the New Zealand Pilates Industry Body.
Membership with Pilates Aotearoa is the best way to demonstrate you’re operating to industry-leading standards and ethical code of conduct. Plus you get discounts on insurance, workshops, first aid course and professional recognition.
