Introduction to NeuroPilates™ Diploma
NeuroPilates™ is a movement system that blends traditional Pilates with current neuroscience principles by targeting the brain for better health, movement and performance.The aims and teachings of the method are to bring about a more current type of Pilates that is in line with the remarkable advances in neuroscience and brain research.
This Diploma will teach you all about the brain, the neurology of base level movement and how to structure and theme your classes to target specific parts of the brain. You will also learn some in-depth neurological assessments that go beyond biomechanics to assess your clients overall health and wellbeing and most importantly, you will learn what to do about it!
This Diploma is accredited by Reps UK and Reps UAE and is an Active IQ course with the extra Neural units as an add on.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Pilates
Physical Fitness
The course requires physical exertion and individual participation is essential; therefore, a certain amount of physical activity is necessary.
Pre-requisites
Students who are already in the fitness industry and have done anatomy and physiology before must do an Active IQ mock exam and pass to be able to skip this course. All students new to the industry must do anatomy and physiology as a pre-requisite.
Communication
There is also an element of communication (discussing, presenting, reading and writing) involved and learners should have basic skills in communication pitched at level.
Qualification Structure and Unit Content
This qualification comprises of 5 Core units.
PRE-REQUISITE
Anatomy & Physiology ( Online Course) is a Pre-requisite). if you require this unit this is an additional cost of AED 1,400 – USD 380 includes ONLINE + 1 webinar)
Unit 1
NEUROANATOMY FOUNDATIONS OF MOVEMENT
Neuroanatomy Foundations of Movement Online Course Details.
In this course you will learn the foundations of Neuroanatomy and how it applies in a practical way to movement, posture pain, training, health and overall wellbeing. This course is open to all health and fitness professionals. We will cover:
- Key neuroscience concepts and their current practical application to health and fitness professionals.
- The neurology of movement and how to improve motor control, co-ordination and brain-body pathways for optimal movement and performance.
- How to achieve optimal brain health by improving sensory inputs.
- The role our vestibular and visual systems have on our posture, gait and overall movement.
- The neurology of posture and postural assessment.
- The neurology of gait and gait assessment.
- Learn about the different brain lobes, what each area is responsible for and the exercise applications.
- Breathing as Fuel for the brain and how to assess your own or client’s respiration.
ASSESSMENT Internally assessed worksheet.
PRE-REQUISITES
Must be in the health or fitness industry already or have done some anatomy training in the past.
Duration
15 hours
Dates
Pre recorded webinars (5 days of 3 hours each) + a private session with the main tutor for questions
Time
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Price
AED 1835 (USD 500)
Unit 2
THE ORIGINAL PILATES REPERTOIRE
This course offers a dynamic, integrative approach to the art of teaching and practicing Pilates. You will learn the original classical moves as well as their adaptations and modifications over time.
More details…
This teacher training is suitable for anyone interested in delving deeper into their Pilates practice or for those who seek to become certified Pilates instructors. Drawing together different styles and approaches to Pilates, this multi-faceted training gives trainees the opportunity to learn from the best of all methods. We will also be covering Pilates with small equipment such as rollers, soft balls, circles and flex bands.
Assessment
Internally assessed worksheet and mock practical exam
Pre-requisites
Must be in the the health and fitness industry already or have done some anatomy training in the past.
Duration
6 face to face days
Dates
Calendar sent on request
Time
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Price
AED 6,484 (USD 1,765) for online + face to face / USD 970 if online only
Unit 3
THE NEUROPILATES™ REPERTOIRE
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You will learn how to theme each class to target different parts of the brain and work on different templates to make your classes fun, effective and with an emphasis on improving the brain-body connection.
Assessment
Internally assessed worksheet
Pre-requisite
Must have completed Unit 1
Duration
18 Pre-recorded classes + 3 live webinars
Dates
9.10.11 August from 1- 4pm on Zoom
Time
1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Price
AED 1835 (USD 500)
Unit 4
NEURAL ASSESSMENTS AND PROGRAMMING
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Assessment
Progressive Program write up and lesson plan
Pre-requisite
Must have completed Unit 1
Duration
5 days of webinar
Dates
11,12,13,14,15 October from 1-4pm on Zoom
Time
1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Price
AED 1,835 (USD 500)
ASSESSMENT
Duration
1 Day
Dates
TBC
Time
9:00AM – 4:00 PM
Price
Complementary
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Full price
Payment by unit
* 25% deposit required to book your spot. Prices include manuals, videos, and exam fees.