Methodology Flashcards
what is the NPCP (National Pilates Certification Program) guideline:
Respected standards by respected teachers. Multiple names for the same exercise and it is not compulsory to take the exam but good to have.
what are the six movement principles?
Precision, control, centering, breathing, concentration, flowing movement
When teaching Pilates what do you need to know:
modification, safety, progression, contraindications, purpose of each exercise, common mistakes of each exercise, not necessarily all anatomical names We need in class: warm up, flow and routine, spinal articulations, cool down, full body integration.
As an intern do you need to arrive 10 minutes early?
YES
Are you expected to dress in appropriate attire?
YES
Notice safety issues?
YES
If you are teaching a large class, are you expected to do individual corrections?
No as it will disturb the flow of the class. No individual criticism but rather group
correction.
What if a beginner joins an intermediate class:
modifications offered to the
individual but can’t bring down the level for one individual
Meeting first time with a client do you need a medical release form?
No unless the client has a major injury or chronical disease.
What to do if client is emotional or crying?
If a client is very emotional or crying try to offer the option for you to stay or give
him/her space. Or offer client lesson at another time. Give some breathing
exercise.
Do we diagnose preexisting conditions?
NO
Do we prescribe an exercise routine?
NO
Do we want to know their preexisting conditions or medica history?
YES
What do you know to meet the class for the first time?
Introducing yourself and
give them a little bit about you.
Do you need to give a very intense workout first time?
No since you don’t know
the clients and their levels.
Do you want to explain the benefits of Pilates?
YES Incorporate it into your class
Do you try to focus on one part of the body in class?
NO class needs to a well
balanced one
If a client is in pain (from the exercises) what would you do?
Offer modification
If you know your client has osteoporosis what to avoid:
Do you
avoid balance exercises?
Forward flexion
NO. Avoid extension but can do lateral flexion in range
(not full range) e.g. mermaid.
Will you give client consultation on nutrition?
NO
Can you touch a client without permission?
NO
Do you need to know proper joint mechanics and offer
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Joe Pilates get influenced by what philosophy?
Greek & Roman aesthetics
philosophy
Was he (Joseph Pilates) a Nazi trainer?
NO he left and went to England
