PERU 2017
PERU 2017
Anatomy for Movement Professionals
ONLINE VIRTUAL COURSE
with Nikki Chrysostomou
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Friday March 28th - Sunday March 30th, 2025
Description
Anatomy is the foundation of our work as movement professionals. The more you understand about how the body works, the better equipped you are to teach your clients how to move better. In this course you will receive an introduction to the major tissues, joints and muscles of movement. Muscle origin, insertion and action are covered along with movement experiences to help you understand and remember not just the individual muscles, but how they work in synergy to create functional movements. The course includes a manual and video support.
Course Objective (16 hours)
1) Teach the basic principles of musculoskeletal anatomy.
2) Understand the basic structure and function of bones, joints, muscles, tendons and ligaments.
3) Identify bony landmarks
4) Understand joint structure and joint movements
5) Learn the origin insertion and action of the major muscles of movement.
6) Teach basic exercises for each muscle group.
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Class Hours
On three days every day 10:00 am - 3:30 pm CST
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Fees & Registration
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Class:
$450 (early registration - 30 days in advance)
$500 (regular registration after 02/27/25))
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Materials (Manual & Video): $60.00
Additional costs are $50.00 USD for English course manual and $10.00 USD for streaming video access.
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Meet your Teacher
Nikki Chrysostomou
Movement Specialist, Balanced Body Master Instructor, National and International Pilates Presenter, Cranial-Sacral Therapist & Osteopath in training at SICO.
Nikki’s love of practicing and teaching Pilates comes across in her work. She's extremely motivating, positive, and dedicated person who helps people understand their bodies for a better way of life.
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Movement Principles
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IN- PERSON ONLY
*PART of Intensive COURSE
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with Page Sieffert
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May 11-13, 2025
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Description
Movement Principles (16 hours)
The Movement Principles provides a solid foundation for training in any environment, with any equipment. You will come away with a complete tool box for effectively training clients to recover from injuries, improve their general fitness and enhance their performance.
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The movement principles course includes five sections:
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Whole Body Movement
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Trunk Integration
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Lower Body Training
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Upper Body Training
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Mobility and Restoration
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The focus on practical understanding of common movement patterns prepares instructors to be excellent at problem solving, goal setting and learning new exercise techniques with ease.
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Prerequisite for all Pilates course work (starting 1/1/2019).
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Foundation course for the Balanced Body® Movement Specialist Certification.
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Class Hours
Day 1: 4-7pm
Day 2: 9-12p and 3-6pm
Day 3: 8-12pm and 3-6pm
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Fees & Registration
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Class: $550
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Materials (Manual & Video): Additional costs are $50.00 USD for English course manual and $15.00 USD for streaming video access.
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COURSE REGISTRATION:
Please register and pay for the course through Balanced Body by selecting your course with the link below.
Mat Training
IN- PERSON ONLY
*PART of Intensive COURSE
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with Page Sieffert
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Mat I, Mat II, Mat III
May 14- 23, 2025
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Description
MAT I
Introduction to Pilates & Beginnning/Intermediate Exercises
Mat I includes an introduction to the history and principles of Pilates, a review of core anatomy, beginning and most intermediate level exercises with modifications, lectures on class order and programming in a fitness setting and guidelines for safely teaching seniors and pre- and post-natal classes.
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MAT II
Intermediate/Advanced Exercises
Mat II includes the remaining internmediate and advanced level exercises as well as essential movement principles and training tips for advancing clients to the higher levels. Pilates for sports specific activities are also covered.
To become a fully qualified Balanced Body University Mat Instructor, students must complete the following:
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Anatomy
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BBU Mat 1 - Course work, written and practical test (16 hours)
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BBU Mat 2 - Course work, written and practical test (16 hours)
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25 Personal Sessions
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45 Mat Student Teaching Hours
Total hours for completion of Mat program: 102 hours
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Upon completion of all the requirements, a certificate of completion as a Balanced Body University Mat Instructor will be issued. Note: The final practical exam for the Mat training is included in the Module 2 unless separate arrangements are made.
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MAT III
Enhanced Pilates Mat + Props
Enhanced Pilates Mat completes the mat training by adding rings, rollers, bands and balls to the traditional Mat exercises. In addition, Enhanced Mat includes functional exercises for the upper and lower body expanding the Mat work beyond the core to develop whole body strength and flexibility. The Balanced Body programming system is introduced to make class design easy, effective and fun. Adding props to a mat class makes them more dynamic, creative and accessible and clients love toys!
Class Hours
Mat 1
May 14 & 15, 2025: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm CST
May 16, 2025: 8:00 am - 12:00 pm CST
May 17: Day off to study and rest
Mat 2
May 18, 2025: 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm CST
May 19 & 20, 2025: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm CST
Mat 3
May 21 & 22, 2025: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm CST
May 23, 2025:8:00 am - 12:00 pm CST
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Fees & Registration
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Class:
$500 for each module
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Materials Fee: (Manual & Video): $60 each
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Please purchase manuals from Balanced Body prior to coming to Costa Rica.
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COURSE REGISTRATION:
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Please register and pay for the course through Balanced Body by selecting your course with the link below.
Reformer I, II, III
MAY 25 - June 5, 2025
with Page Sieffert
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The training will be held at Page's Pilates studio at the Bodhi Tree Yoga Resort in Nosara, Costa Rica.
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Pilates Reformer Instructor Training Program
Modules: Reformer I, Reformer II, Reformer III
The Pilates Reformer is an extraordinarily flexible piece of exercise equipment allowing resistance and support for exercises involving every part of the body. Our program gives you a thorough understanding of how to use the Reformer to develop core and extremity strength, stability, flexibility, coordination and balance.
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Reformer I
Reformer 1 and Pilates Movement Principles
Prerequisites:
• 1 year experience teaching movement
• Anatomy
• 20 Pilates Reformer classes
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This course introduces the Universal Reformer, the center piece of the Pilates equipment studio and an invaluable training tool. Reformer 1 includes an introduction to safely using the Pilates Reformer for a wide variety of supine, seated and standing exercises for the beginning to intermediate student. Movement Principles include improving lower body alignment, creating balanced muscle development and learning a protocol for effectively training the upper body.
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Reformer II
Intermediate Exercises
Prerequisites:
• Reformer I
• Movement Principles
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Reformer II includes intermediate exercises and modifications designed for group and individual instruction. Teaching successful classes and sessions to clients at different levels of ability is emphasized. Included are a variety of programs designed to keep your clients inspired.
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Reformer III
Advanced Exercises & Sport Specific Programs
Prerequisites:
Reformer II
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Reformer III includes advanced exercises plus modifications for sports specific activities, tips for training the advanced client and key exercises for advancing a client.
SCHEDULE
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REFORMER 1:May 25-27 2025
Day 1: 12:00PM-5:00PM
Day 2: 8:00AM-12:00PM & 3:00PM-6:00PM
Day 3: 1:30PM-5:30PM
REFORMER 2: May 30 - June 1, 2025
Day 1: 13:30PM-6:00PM
Day 2: 12:00PM-5:00PM
Day 3: 9:00AM-12:00PM & 3:00PM-6:00PM
REFORMER 3: June 3 -5, 2025
Day 1: 13:30PM-6:00PM
Day 2: 12:00PM-5:00PM
Day 3: 13:00PM-6:00PM
Days in between courses are practice days.
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REGISTRATION
Class:
$500.00 for each module
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Materials Fee: (Manual & Video): $60 for each course
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Studio Fee: $250 PAY BELOW
Student practice teaching hours are included in your studio fee: student practice & teaching hours for Reformer with Balanced Body Educator Kari. You will observe, teach, and can take any reformer studio classes for $25 (reduced fee) during the courses.
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COURSE REGISTRATION:
How to reserve your spot: Pay the studio fee which will also act as your deposit. This is non refundable should you cancel.
Then book the three courses directly with Balanced Body here.
Accommodation
Accommodation is not included in this price. We are leaving it open so you can book based on your budget. We suggest the below as they are all nice and walking distance to the studio and the beach:
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The Green Sanctuary
Important
You need to have finished the Movement Principles and Mat 1-3 course before or be a certified Mat instructor.
Trapeze Table / Cadillac / Tower/ Barrels / Chair
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IN STUDIO​ Training
June 9 - 15, 2025
The training will be held at Page's Pilates studio at the Bodhi Tree Yoga Resort in Nosara, Costa Rica.
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PREREQUISITE:
Reformer III or Reformer certificate
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The Balanced Body Trapeze Table/Cadillac/Tower training provides a thorough introduction to Trapeze Table and Tower exercises as well as applications for beginning, post-rehabilitation and advanced clients. This training is appropriate for students working with the Allegro® or Allegro 2 Tower of Power®, Half Trapeze and Wall Tower as well as those working with full Trapeze Tables. Sequencing programs using multiple pieces of equipment are covered as well as equipment set up, safety and maintenance.
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Pilates Barrels Instructor Training includes exercises and variations for the Step Barrel and Ladder Barrel. The Step Barrel and Ladder Barrel are excellent tools for enhancing spinal mobility and core strength. The Ladder Barrel is most commonly used in a studio setting while the Step Barrel is a great addition to group classes.
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Pilates Chair Instructor Training includes exercises and variations for the original Wunda chair, the EXO chair and the split pedal Combo Chair. The chair is great for doing strengthening work with athletic clients, and as an addition to group programming in combination with the Mat. This course includes exercises and programming for both personal training sessions and classes.
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Class Hours
Trapeze Table/Cadillac/Tower Instructor Training
June 9, 2025 10:30-13:30 and 3:30-6:30 CST
June 10, 2025 8:00-12:00 and 2:00-6:00 CST
June 11, 2025 8:00-10:00 and 12:00-6:00 CST
Practice Day: June 12, 2025
Pilates Chair Instructor Training
June 13, 2025 10:30-13:30 and 2:30-5:30 CST
June 14, 2025 13:30-3:30 CST
Pilates Barrels Instructor Training
June 15, 2025 10:30-13:30 and 2:30-5:30 CST
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Fees & Registration
How to reserve your spot: Pay the studio fee which will also act as your deposit. This is non refundable should you cancel.
TOTAL COSTS:
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Studio Fee $150 plus tax
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Cadillac: $650 plus $50 manual, $10 streaming fee
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Chair: $500 plus $50 manual, $10 streaming fee
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Barrels: $350 plus $50 manual, $10 streaming fee
PLUS ACCOMODATION, see below.
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In-Studio Fee: $150 to hold your spot
PAY BELOW. This is a mandatory studio fee to be able to use the studio in free practice course.
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Courses:
Each course needs to be booked directly with Balanced Body here.
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In-Studio Training
Accommodation
Accommodation is not included in this price. We are leaving it open so you can book based on your budget. We suggest the below as they are all nice and walking distance to the studio and the beach:
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The Green Sanctuary
Apprenticeship Work Exchange
PILATES NOSARA
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Description
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If you’re interested in staying on after your reformer training, for $200/week you can observe an unlimited number of classes, practice 1 hour a day and practice teach 1 hour a day for 5 days a week.
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Or, after completing reformer teacher training at Pilates Nosara, if you would like the opportunity to further enhance your experience, you may apply for an apprenticeship/work exchange position for a requested and agreed number of months. There is a brief application you can download and submit here for consideration.
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If selected, the work study includes:
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Class observation privileges
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Access to the studio (subject to availability)
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Opportunity to student teach Privates (subject to approval)
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Learn how to operate a studio
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Possible transition to an apprenticeship with the possibility to earn money
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In exchange you’ll be responsible for the following tasks:
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Supporting Social Media coverage, videos etc.
Teacher Training FAQs​
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Testing Out
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The guidelines for test out:
Mat test out will be 6 months after completion of the Mat modules.
Mat and Reformer test out will be 12 months after completion of all the modules.
Comprehensive test out will be 18 months after completion all the modules.
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Location
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The studio is located at Bodhi Tree Yoga Resort. Address: Bodhi Street, Nosara 50206, Costa Rica.
Flight
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Nosara is located closer to Liberia airport than San Jose International airport. We advise students to fly into Liberia and take a taxi for convenience and to save time. A shuttle/taxi from Liberia takes approximately 90 minutes. If students do decide to fly into San Jose it will then be necessary to fly down to Nosara via Nature Air or take a shuttle.
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Balanced Body Program
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Page Sieffert is a Balanced Body faculty member offering teacher trainings at her studio, Pilates Nosara. Balanced Body is located in California, but has host sites with for teacher trainings around the world. The Balanced Body training is recognized worldwide.
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Price
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Only for the 2-Week Intensive Training we provide accommodation at Blue Spirit that will be booked separately. The course prices listed on the website are for the training only and do not include accommodation or meals. Any additional costs to the training are to be covered by the student. Please bear in mind that most students tend to want to take extra classes and usually a couple of private sessions with Page throughout training and this should be factored into your budget.
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Manuals
Please sign up for the course early so you can receive your manuals on time to bring with you. All manuals need to be purchased online via the Balanced Body website. Students that live in The United states should receive their manuals by post which they will then need to bring with them to the training. Students living outside the US will need to purchase the manuals online also but they will receive their manuals on arrival at Pilates Nosara.
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Hours for Completion of Course
The courses offered at Pilates Nosara are intensive with time to achieve many of your required practice, observation, and teaching hours. Once the course is over you will still have hours to complete in order to apply to take your final test out. These additional hours can be completed here at Pilates Nosara for a small fee or at a studio of your choice. Once the course is completed you will receive a certificate of course completion. This does not mean you have your certification. Once all of your required hours are logged and you are ready to test out for your certification, then you must apply with Balanced Body. You can test out here at Pilates Nosara for a fee of $250 or at any of the alternative locations listed on the Balanced Body website.
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After final exam is completed, to maintain their certification in good standing, students will have to complete 16 hours of continuing education every 2 years and send documentation to Balanced Body.
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Where to Stay
The 2-Week Intensive Training includes accommodation at Blue Spirit. For all other trainings, if not online, we suggest the below as they are all nice and walking distance to the studio and the beach:
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The Green Sanctuary
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What to Bring
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light weight workout clothes
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bug spray
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sunscreen
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hat
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bathing suit
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What not to Bring
If you have anything of great monetary or sentimental value, please leave it at home.