SECOND WIND® PILATES PLUS®

TEACHER TRAINING

In 1999, Second Wind® Pilates Plus® opened its doors in Mississauga, Ontario as the first Pilates studio and Certification facility west of Toronto. Fourteen years later, our Teacher-Training school continues to offer one of the most original, thorough, and longest standing programs in Canada. Committed to advancing content, delivery, and format without succumbing to a fast track or profit-based model, Second Wind® continues to maintain the integrity of its multidisciplinary approach, bridging fitness, movement rehabilitation, and personal growth.

INSPIRATION TRANSFORMATION EDUCATION

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THE PROGRAM

Second Wind's Teacher-Training is a contemporary model that integrates current scientific research, while simultaneously preserving the essence of the original Pilates Method as it has become known to professionals worldwide. Second Wind’s approach is a unique blend of classical Pilates and up-to-date functional, expressive, and therapeutic movement training. This combination addresses not only what we do but how and why we do what we do. Fundamental movement principles, theory, functional anatomy, experiential exploration, and small class sizes of four to nine students ensure that each movement is consciously executed according to correct biomechanics, clear intention and personal understanding. Anything less is movement through repetition and imitation, which means the nervous system does not respond and our souls stay disengaged. Prioritizing the individual spirit and learning styles of each person who walks through our door, we ensure mastery of movement practice, teaching skill, and service to others.

INTEGRATED MOVEMENT THERAPIES (IMT) ® - OUR UNIQUE ABILITY

The uniqueness of Second Wind’s Certification training lays in our intention, as well the content and design. We combine the study of Pilates with Integrated Movement Therapies (IMT)® so that students develop a broad knowledge base about their own bodies and selves: the anatomical body-in-motion and interface of the body-mind-spirit inherent in conscious and skillful movement practice.

Integrated Movement Therapies (IMT)® combines complementary approaches to exercise, movement re-patterning, postural re-education, pain management, and psycho-spiritual integration. Designed to deepen the performance and teaching of any movement practice, IMT is a personal synthesis created by Danielle Bélec-van Zeyl from over 20 years of experience as a dance artist, academic, practitioner, and studio owner. As an in-depth study of the how of movement with roots in age-old traditions, IMT is influenced by the work of Rudolf Laban (Laban Movement Analysis) and Irmgard Bartenieff (Bartenieff Fundamentals), as well as by modern dance, Pilates, tai chi, yoga, Phoenix Rising Yoga Therapy, myofascial bodywork, and on-going scientific research in biomechanics, anatomy, and functional training. As the basis for self-knowledge, movement mastery, and intentional living, the IMT experience transforms understanding of how our bodies move, think, sense, feel, and communicate, propelling theory and practice to a new level of understanding.

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SECOND WIND'S CERTIFICATION PROGRAMS

Second Wind offers training in Mat Pilates Plus Integrated Movement Therapies (IMT)®, Reformer, Cadillac, Chair and Barrel, as well as professional development workshops. Certification programming is offered in weekend formats in the Fall and Winter/Spring. Summer training is offered as intensive weekday sessions.

• HST is added to all fees. Exam fees are additional, and vary by Course • A Payment Plan is available upon request • Studio hours missed must be made up in a private or semi private format before completion of studio

course.

COURSE

STUDIO HOURS

COURSE

FEE*

MANUALS

AND HANDOUTS*

MAXIMUM

CLASS SIZE

CERTIFICATION

COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS**

Fundamentals of Anatomy

10 $250 $130 10 Pre-requisite (or equivalent)

Mat Pilates Plus IMT

90 $2800 $385 (7 manuals

plus handouts)

8 ° Modules A & B ° Observation (10) ° Self Practice (20) ° Teaching Case study (10) ° Practice Teaching (20) ° Class Participation (10) ° Practical & Written exam ° Receive 160 Instructor Hours

Certificate

Module A

Module B

45 45

Reformer 50 $1900

$130 (two manuals

plus handouts)

6 ° Modules A & B ° Observation hours (10) ° Self Practice hours (40) ° Teaching Case Study (10) ° Practice Teaching hours (30) ° Class Participation (10) ° Practical & Written exam ° Receive 150 Instructor Hours

Certificate

Module A

Module B

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15

Cadillac & Chair

45 $1800

$130 (two manuals

plus handouts)

6 ° Modules A, B, & C ° Observation (10) ° Self Practice (40) ° Teaching Case study (10) ° Practice Teaching (30) ° Practical & Written exam ° Receive 135 Instructor Hours

Certificate

Module A

Module B

Module C

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15

15

Arc Barrel & Ladder Barrel

15 $800 $130 (two manuals

plus handouts)

4 ° Course hours ° Observation (10) ° Self Practice (20) ° Practice Teaching (20) ° Receive 65 Instructor Hours

Certificate ° Practical & Written exam

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COURSE OBJECTIVES

To acquire a thorough understanding of The Pilates Method and its applications

To offer an educational framework for the study of the body-in-motion

To deepen teachers’ knowledge and movement experiences of their bodies by learning new ways to understand and access their own physicality and movement profiles

To enhance psychophysical awareness as the baseline for embodied movement, self-knowledge, and excellence as an educator

To develop whole-body strength and flexibility, supporting athletic performance and daily function

To develop assessment, observation, problem solving and interpersonal skills in order to work with clients with accuracy and sensitivity

To access experiential anatomy, imagery, and accuracy of cueing to help master teaching and communication skills

To bridge the gap between floor/equipment exercises and vertical movement and locomotion

To enhance networking and sharing of ideas between medical and allied health care practitioners in order to maximize the success of our combined approaches to physical health and fitness

To explore the interface between “education” and “therapy” as a body-mind continuum that requires the conscious involvement of the client in his/her movement process and the practitioner’s commitment to addressing the whole person towards total health

To encourage further learning in somatic and related fields for personal and professional development

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LEARNING SKILLS ACQUIRED

1. PRINCIPLES AND THEORY OF MOVEMENT Movement is an art, not just a technique. Movement occurs in time and space, requiring timing, efficiency, accuracy and conscious awareness, regardless of how fast or slow it might unfold. Muscular timing, initiation, relationships, and degree and duration of effort are guided by principles that support understanding and mastery.

2. PURPOSE AND ESSENCE OF EACH EXERCISE

Each exercise in the syllabus is designed to have a particular effect, whether singular or multi-fold. Learning to define the essence of each exercise allows students to fully experience the benefit of the work. With deeper understanding, teachers use the system with accuracy and effectiveness.

3. TECHNIQUE, PHRASING, MOVEMENT QUALITY

Every movement has a beginning, middle and end. All movement can be broken down into step-by- step neuromuscular phases that can be consciously guided, rather than occurring randomly. Mastery of functional and graceful movement requires economy of effort, efficient pathways in space, and timing. Quality is never an accident; it represents the wise choice of many alternatives.

4. FUNCTIONAL ANATOMY AND MUSCULAR EMPHASIS

Anatomy of the human body is guided by internally coherent systems of reference and function. Students learn how to deconstruct exercises from an anatomical perspective, advancing understanding and knowledge.

5. ART OF TEACHING

Becoming a great teacher requires first being an informed and inquisitive student. Students learn to apply their growing knowledge by developing skills in movement analysis, clear intention and communication, listening and seeing, directing and verbally cueing, and through hands-on adjustments. The art of teaching also includes learning and effectively communicating exercise modifications according to postural type, limitations, injury or age. With this abundance comes giving!

6. MOVEMENT REHABILITATION & EXERCISE MODIFICATIONS

Combined training in Pilates and Integrated Movement Therapies (IMT)® offers copious choices for addressing diverse population types and physical conditions. Movement rehabilitation requires understanding the essence of each exercise and how to creatively modify full forms such that a particular student can successfully master its simplicity rather than bumbling along, hoping to ‘do it right’. With each step of understanding and successful application, the student learns to progress from simple to complex forms until their newly found alignment, neuromuscular intelligence and functional understanding become the norm. Effective rehabilitation is the art of healing.

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PRE-REQUISITE

FUNDAMENTALS OF ANATOMY: CONNECT THE DOTS TO RELEASE THE KNOTS

For students with no or minimal anatomy background, the pre-requisite is The Fundamentals of Anatomy: Connecting the Dots to Release the Knots. Fundamentals of Anatomy is the pre-requisite course for Second Wind’s Certification programming. The goal of Fundamentals of Anatomy is to learn the basic “language” and methodology of human anatomy in order to be able to successfully demystify the vastness of the material. In Part One, The Skeletal System, we review the skeletal structure and bony landmarks of the body, as well as anatomical terms, definitions and actions as our learning foundation. In Part Two, The Muscular System, the major muscles of the body and their muscular attachments are reviewed. We explore the basic biomechanics of the spine, head-neck, hips and shoulder joints to understand the interrelationship of muscles, joints and anatomical actions.

• 10 hours (Friday 6-9:30 pm; Sunday 9 am-5 pm) • Course Manuals: Second Wind’s “The Skeletal System” and “The

Muscular System” • Course Fee: $250 • Manuals & Handouts: $120.00 • Total: $370 + HST

SUGGESTED TEXTS:

• Atlas of Human Anatomy, by Frank Netter • Trail Guide for The Body, by Andrew Biel and Robin Dorn • Anatomy Coloring Book, by Blandine Calais-Germain

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M A T P I L A T E S P L U SM A T P I L A T E S P L U S ®®

I N T E G R A T E D M O V E M E N T I N T E G R A T E D M O V E M E N T T H E R A P I E S T H E R A P I E S ( I M T )( I M T ) ®

COURSE DETAILS Second Wind's combined MAT Pilates Plus® IMT Certification profoundly expands the understanding of your own body and movement profile. Teachers-in-training learn to communicate this transforming movement mastery to clients, becoming fully capable of supporting the diversity of their wellness goals, learning styles, and spiritual and physical evolution.

Second Wind's MAT Pilates Plus® IMT training consists of 90 in-studio hours, completed in two modules over six weekends. Modules A & B involve 45 hours of studio practice and theory each, scheduled over three non-consecutive weekends. Summer intensives are a weekday format. Modules A & B are taken together and in order.

Each weekend is supported by a detailed Second Wind® manual, and must be taken in order. Course manuals are designed to optimize student learning, movement mastery, and teaching skill in support of professional success and personal growth, beyond the length of this course. Concurrent enrolment in a class at Second Wind® or the equivalent is suggested. Maximum 9 students

STUDIO HOURS Each weekend is 15 hours of instruction, plus lunch and breaks. Fridays 6 pm-9 pm, Saturdays 12-6 pm, and Sundays 8 am-4 pm. COURSE FEES:

• MAT Pilates Plus® IMT Teacher-Training: $2800.00 • Manuals and Handouts: $385.00 (seven comprehensive manuals and course handouts) • Total: $3185.00 + HST

EXAM FEES (Payable upon booking): • Practical and Written (take home): $250 + HST

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MODULE A:

Weekend One: Anatomical Body in Motion: Dividing the Body into Parts to Enliven the Whole

ü Anatomy of Respiration & Breath Support ü Restorative Series: Creating Space in the Body ü The Spinal Fundamentals ü The Pelvis ü A Meeting with your Hip Joints ü Arm Fundamentals: Anatomy and Biomechanics of the Shoulder Girdle

Weekend Two: Core Concepts Embodied: Alignment & Movement Principles you need to know

ü Dynamic Alignment and Movement Principles & Theory ü Developmental Movement Patterns ü Neutral Spine/Neutral Pelvis ü Client Propping for Neutral Spine ü Pelvic Femoral Rhythm & Scapulohumeral Rhythm ü Pre-Setting the Integrity of Your Core: Core Stabilizers Demystified

Weekend Three: Vertical Integration: Making Connections from the Ground Up

ü Introduction to Myofascia ü The Foot and the Knee ü Surfaces, Edges, and Traceforms: Deconstructing Arm Movement ü Vertical Movement Series

WEEKEND 1: DIVIDING THE BODY INTO PARTS TO ENLIVEN THE WHOLE: The Anatomical Body in Motion

WEEKEND 2: CORE CONCEPTS: Alignment Principles You Need To Know

WEEKEND 3: VERTICAL INTEGRATION: Taking A Stand From The Ground Up

WEEKEND 4: MOVEMENT FUNDAMENTALS #1 & THE PILATES BASICS

WEEKEND 5: MOVEMENT FUNDAMENTALS #2 & INTERMEDIATE PILATES

WEEKEND 6: ADVANCED PILATES & TEACHING TECHNOLOGY

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MODULE B:

Weekend One: Fundamentals #1 & Pilates Basics to Intermediate

ü The Five Jewels o Forward Pelvic Shift Series o Thigh Lift Series o Abdominal Curl Series o Arm Reach Series o Knee Drop Series

ü Progression through Pilates Beginner to Intermediate Syllabus ü Relevant biomechanics, alignment, verbal cueing, hands-on skills, movement principles,

modifications and counter-indications

Weekend Two: Fundamentals #2 & Pilates Intermediate

ü Five more Jewels o Hip Extension Series o Thoracic Extension Series o Sitting & Kneeling Spinal Series o Side Body Series o Quadruped Series

ü Progression through Pilates Intermediate to Advanced Syllabus ü Relevant biomechanics, alignment, verbal cueing, hands-on skills, movement principles,

modifications and counter-indications

Weekend Three: Pilates Hard Core & Teaching Technology: From Practice To Instruction - The Teacher Within

ü Advanced Pilates Syllabus ü Teaching Technology Module

o Student Practice Teaching and Feedback o What Type of Teacher are you? o Teaching Fundamentals: The Four Gems o The How of Movement: A Layering Process o The Art of Cuing o Review of Full Movement Principles Series o Role of Touch o Nature of Movement Phrasing o Creating a Class / Creating a Movement Experience o Problem Solving Class Inter-Relationships

ü Q & A / Closure

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REFORMERREFORMER CERTIFICATIONCERTIFICATION

Joseph Pilates was an inventor as well as an athlete. The creation of his self-designed equipment began when he was a prisoner in a POW camp in England during WWI, where he served as both nurse and caretaker. Using the springs of the infirmary beds and various ingenious solutions to help internees recover from sickness and injury, he later devised a series of exercise machines or Pilates equipment to rehabilitate his “patients”. The Pilates equipment available today is designed similarly to those originally created by Joseph Pilates, with the Pilates Reformer being his most popular. The Reformer is a spring-loaded resistance platform that moves with the body via spring-tension, pulleys, and strategically located ropes and straps that support the feet and/or hands depending on the exercises performed. The Reformer challenges core stability, spinal articulation, movement isolation, stability and coordination, adding hundreds of exercises to the Pilates syllabus. Certain exercises demand that the core is stabilized against the movement and resistance of the limbs. In other exercises, the limbs are stabile while the core is mobile. Sometimes the upper body serves as the center of gravity and support as the lower body and limbs move, or vice versa.

MODULE A: REFORMER ESSENTIALS – 35 HOURS

MODULE B: REFORMER ADVANCED INTEGRATION - 15 HOURS

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COURSE DETAILS

Second Wind's REFORMER training is comprised of two modules. Module A & B total 50 in-studio hours, plus lunch and breaks. The weekend format occurs over three weekends. Each weekend is supported by a detailed Second Wind® manual, and must be taken in order. Summer intensives consist of one week of training in July and one week in August, Monday to Friday. Maximum 7 students

STUDIO HOURS • Module A (two weekends): Friday 4 pm-9 pm; Saturday 12 pm-6 pm; Sunday 9 am-5 pm • Module B: Friday 6 pm-9 pm; Saturday 12 pm-6 pm; Sunday 9 am-5 pm

COURSE FEES

• Reformer Teacher-Training $1900 • Manuals and Handouts: $130 (two comprehensive manuals and course handouts) • Total: $2030 + HST

EXAM FEES (Payable upon booking): • Practical and Written (take home): $200 + HST

*PRE-REQUISITE: MAT Pilates Plus® IMT or permission from the Director MODULE A: REFORMER ESSENTIALS

• Beginner & Intermediate syllabus • Relevant anatomy, biomechanics, alignment and essence of each exercise • Verbal cueing and hands-on skills • Movement Principles & IMT content relevant to each exercise • Logic of Teaching and Class/Private Progression • Counter-indications, modifications, variations

MODULE B: REFORMER ADVANCED INTEGRATION

• Advanced syllabus & Course Integration • Relevant anatomy, biomechanics, alignment and essence of each exercise • Verbal cueing and hands-on skills • Movement Principles & IMT content relevant to each exercise • Logic of Teaching and Class/Private Progression • Counter-indications, modifications, variations

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CADILLAC & CHAIR CERTIFICATIONCADILLAC & CHAIR CERTIFICATION

CADILLAC The Cadillac, unlike the Reformer, does not move. It is a large piece of equipment - a six-foot long stationary platform framed by metal upright and horizontal poles and bars to which springs attach. Like the Reformer, the Cadillac challenges core stability, spinal articulation, strength, and movement coordination. It features the Roll-Down and Push-Thru Bars, Trapeze, and Leg and Arm Springs. Like all Pilates exercises, movements on the Cadillac emphasise correct biomechanics and whole-body alignment. Many exercises mirror those on the reformer, only stepping up requirements for control and precision. Although a large piece of equipment, the Cadillac is nevertheless very versatile. Also known as the Trapeze, the Cadillac is designed for rehabilitative modifications, as well as strengthening exercises, thereby serving the functional needs of all clients, from beginner to advanced.

CHAIR The Chair is small relative to the Reformer or Cadillac. Its size versatility is supported by the fact that many of the Reformer and Cadillac exercises are also performed on the Pilates Chair. As a complement to the Pilates Mat work and for those with limited home or studio space, the Chair is often the piece of choice. An interesting aspect of the Pilates Chair is that many of the exercises are performed either sitting or standing, facilitating the efficient transfer of the material to our upright stance and daily activities. The Chair, like the other Pilates equipment, also uses spring resistance to align and strengthen the body. The syllabus incorporates exercise modifications and progressions for all levels.

COURSE DETAILS Second Wind's CADILLAC & CHAIR training consists of three modules and a total of 45 in-studio hours. Each weekend is supported by a detailed Second Wind® manual, and modules are taken together and in order. Module A, B, and C occur over three weekends with each weekend consisting of 15 hours of in-studio training, plus lunch and breaks. Summer intensives are also available. STUDIO HOURS Friday 4 pm-9 pm; Saturday 12 pm-6 pm; Sunday 9 am-5 pm. COURSE FEES

• Each module is $1800 • Two Reformer Manuals and Handouts $130 • Total: $1930 + HST

EXAM FEES (Payable upon booking): • Practical and Written (take home): $200 + HST

*PRE-REQUISITE: MAT Pilates Plus® IMT or permission from the Director

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MODULE A: CADILLAC / CHAIR ESSENTIALS - 15 HOURS

MODULE B: CADILLAC / CHAIR INTERMEDIATE & ADVANCED - 15 HOURS

MODULE C: CADILLAC / CHAIR COURSE INTEGRATION - 15 HOURS

MODULE A: CADILLAC / CHAIR ESSENTIALS

CONTENT

• Beginner & Intermediate syllabus • Relevant anatomy, biomechanics, alignment and essence of each exercise • Verbal cueing and hands-on skills • Movement Principles and IMT content relevant to each exercise • Logic of Teaching and Class/Private Progression • Counter-indications, modifications, variations

MODULE B: CADILLAC / CHAIR INTERMEDIATE & ADVANCED

CONTENT • Intermediate & Advanced syllabus • Relevant anatomy, biomechanics, alignment and essence of each exercise • Verbal cueing and hands-on skills • Movement Principles and IMT content relevant to each exercise • Logic of Teaching and Class/Private Progression • Counter-indications, modifications, variations

MODULE C: CADILLAC & CHAIR COURSE INTEGRATION

CONTENT • Course Integration • Relevant anatomy, biomechanics, alignment and essence of each exercise • Verbal cueing and hands-on skills • Movement Principles and IMT content relevant to each exercise • Logic of Teaching and Class/Private Progression • Counter-indications, modifications, variations

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ARCARC & BARREL CERTIFICATION& BARREL CERTIFICATION

The Pilates Ladder Barrel is a rounded barrel surface with ladder-like rungs at one end, used to stretch and strengthen our spine, core, and limbs. Exercises on the Barrel challenge core muscles in all planes of movement. Designed to explore neuromuscular coordination, strength, and control, the syllabus combines stretching and strengthening movements to release tension while building deep support and skill.

MODULE A: ARC & LADDER BARREL ESSENTIALS – 15 HOURS

COURSE DETAILS Second Wind's ARC & LADDER BARREL training consists of 15 in-studio hours, over one weekend, plus lunch and breaks. The course is supported by two detailed manuals. Summer intensives are also available. Maximum 4 students

STUDIO HOURS: Friday 6-9:30 pm; Saturday 12-6 pm; Sunday 9 am-5 pm

COURSE FEES • Module: $800.00 • Barrel Manual and Handouts: $130 • Total: $930.00

EXAM FEES (Payable upon booking):

• Practical and Written (take home): $150 + HST

*PRE-REQUISITE: MAT Pilates Plus® IMT or permission from the Director CONTENT

• Arc & Ladder Barrel syllabus • Relevant anatomy, biomechanics, alignment and essence of each exercise • Verbal cueing and hands-on skills • Movement Principles & IMT content relevant to each exercise • Logic of Teaching and Class/Private Progression • Counter-indications, modifications, variations

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INTERNSHIP AND MENTORINGINTERNSHIP AND MENTORING

THE THREE COMPONENTS TO SECOND WIND’S INTERNSHIP AND MENTORING PROGRAM ARE:

1) Self-Practice 2) Observation 3) Practice Teaching

1) SELF-PRACTICE There are two components to Self-Practice. One is studying alone, in the studio or at home, and one is studying with a small group, or in partners. Some students prefer or find it more convenient to study alone, rather than in a group. Conversely, for many, studying in a group or with a partner can be essential to a student's success. Our internship and mentoring program encourages and facilitates the uniqueness of each individual by offering choice and support in all cases. A. Group Study Labs (aka ‘Cert Babies’) or Solo Study

Studio time is provided weekly to facilitate regular group meetings. Study groups are supervised by teachers-in-training like yourselves, who are a few steps ahead of you, as well as by studio instructors. Mentorship meetings are facilitated between students and teachers to help you stay on track in terms of the scheduling, commitment, and results of your self-practice.

Some of the areas of focus explored in group labs are:

a) Focus on Practice

Two thirds of weekly meeting time is spent on the physical practice of movements and exercises, in conjunction with reading and analyzing the support texts that describe each movement in detail.

b) Focus on Teaching

One third of the meeting time takes place in pairs to co-practice teaching, facilitating constructive feedback for each partner. This feedback is exceptionally useful because it offers insight into your present-time progress and guidance, but it also teaches you how to offer feedback, direction, and corrections to your clients in the future.

2) OBSERVATION

Observation of experienced teachers ‘in action’, in both class and private formats, is an essential growth component for successful learning. As one ingredient in our mentorship program, students are required to sit in on classes and/or private sessions with advanced permission in order to witness and develop: a keen sense of awareness of lesson plan progression and logic; movement and learning styles of students; teaching styles; problem solving techniques; and, effective cueing and correcting by

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instructors, all geared towards ensuring that each participant understands the material from the inside out.

Teachers in training are required to document their observations, which are shared and discussed with the instructor at predetermined times throughout the observation term. Although it is useful to observe several classes and instructions for variety, students are also encouraged to attend the same class for a full term in order to witness the teaching and learning progression of one instructor and the class participants. Both observation approaches are facilitated.

3) PRACTICE TEACHING

Practice Teaching carries includes two required components, and one voluntary component.

A. First Things First - Teaching Case Study Case Studies are part of Second Wind’s certification programming, designed to enhance self-practice, teaching plan design, and creative trial and error. Students can practice their teaching skills and knowledge on fellow students, friends and/or family first, where they can experiment, make mistakes, and mess around without fear of reprisal. Books, notes, etc are expected! The contents of the practice teaching phase are documented in a systematic manner and feedback is given. The length of a case study differs for each certification course, with an average of 6-10 hours of teaching.

B. Teaching Assistant

As the skill base and confidence of a teacher-in-training increases, he/she can act as a teaching assistant in a regular studio class, workshop or an already-completed certification course. Often, the teacher-in-training will have the opportunity to teach select section(s) of a particular class while under supervision of the regular class instructor.

We encouraged assistant teaching in the same class that the student has been regularly observing, as he/she will be familiar to the class participants, and the postures and movement profiles of each participant will in turn be familiar to the teacher-in-training. This familiarity supports successful apprenticeship. Assistant teaching is scheduled with the instructor of the class together with the certification coordinator. The teaching case study must be complete and reviewed before undertaking any segment of supervised class teaching. Here are the parameters of the teaching assistant role while a teacher-in-training:

a) Five (5) classes must have been observed prior to beginning to assist the class instructor.

b) After the eighth (8th) class of observing and acting as a teaching assistant, the teacher-in-training can then teach a portion of the class beginning with the warm-up. The date and content taught is decided upon in advance with the instructor. Constructive feedback by the class instructor will be given following the class.

c) At the 11th week of observation/assistant teaching, the teacher-in-training may be given the opportunity to teach a half or full class; this decision is made by the instructor. The instructor will also offer feedback at a mutually convenient time,

*Select teachers-in-training are sometimes invited to start teaching in our Second Wind studio as part of their teaching hours and the first step towards becoming a regular SW instructor.

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CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS (CEC)CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS (CEC)

Continuing Education Credits (CEC) are required by graduates of Second Wind Pilates Plus® in order to maintain their Certificate of Completion as fully qualified Pilates instructors and/or Integrated Movement Therapy (IMT)® specialists, through the school.

Second Wind Pilates Plus® believes that participation in regular professional development courses emerges from passion, curiosity, and commitment, and results in lifelong learning, professional accountability, and personal excellence.

In accordance with the ethical and professional guidelines of the Pilates Method Alliance (PMA), Second Wind® also recognizes the importance of being exposed to numerous approaches to movement education and learning with our professional community. We encourage graduates to return to Second Wind, their home school, for post-graduate education, as well as to other schools and organizations in order to maintain Continuing Education Credits (CEC) into the future.

• The Second Wind® Pilates Plus® Certification program requires 16-CECs earned over a two-year period.

• One CEC credit is equal to one-hour of post-graduate training in the form of workshops, private sessions, and/or advanced teaching-assistant positions at Second Wind® or other certifying studios.

CANCELLATION POLICYCANCELLATION POLICY

Second Wind® Pilates Plus® reserves the right to cancel any certification course, program or workshop due to low enrolment. Should this occur, clients will receive a full refund of course fees.

Any cancellation at any time of a program, as a result of an act of nature, or other drastic circumstances beyond the control of Second Wind® Pilates Plus®, is not the responsibility of the studio and therefore no refunds will be issued.

Those wishing to cancel their registrations need to provide a written cancellation notice that must be submitted at least 15 days (more than 2 weeks) prior to the course start date, for a full refund minus an administration fee of $200.

For cancellations submitted 2 to 14 days (48 hours to 2 weeks), 50% of the total course and materials fee will be retained and 50% refunded.

No refunds will be given with less than 2 days (48 hours) notice prior to the course start date.

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TESTIMONIALS

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“The Pilates Mat & Reformer and Integrated Movement Therapies (IMT)® Instructor Certification Program offered at Second Wind® Pilates Plus® goes beyond learning how to teach some great exercises. It is a journey into your own physical and spiritual development that allows you to work more effectively with your clients to help them find their greatest movement potential. The level of detail within the course work in addition to great hands-on teaching methods ultimately provides you as an instructor with some wonderful tools to ensure your clients receive the greatest benefits to both mind and body in a fun and safe environment. The quality of teaching and level of care that Danielle and Sara give to their students is second to none and I will forever appreciate their commitment to providing an excellent educational experience while supporting my own personal journey.”

Christie Ellinger, Director, Dynamic Body Health & Fitness Studio, Waterdown, Ontario Pilates Mat / Reformer Instructor

IMT® Instructor “I chose to do my Pilates certification at Second Wind® Pilates Plus® and I am so pleased that I did. I was looking for something that would compliment my skill set as a physiotherapist. Danielle Bélec’s personal work in Integrated Movement Therapies (IMT)® is a very valuable compilation of her personal experience through years of professional dance and extensive post-graduate education. I use components of IMT® daily in my physiotherapy practice. The Second Wind® Pilates Plus® Certification Program has comprehensive teaching of anatomy, breath mechanics and body awareness that assist you in understanding the material on a much deeper level. Second Wind® Pilates Plus® does not just teach you how to do the work of Joseph Pilates but makes sure you understand the concepts within your own body. This work has helped me on both a personal and professional level. I highly recommend this Certification Program to anyone who has an interest in Pilates and IMT®.”

Kim Jelly, Registered Physiotherapist, Athletic Edge Sports Medicine, Toronto, Ontario “The Pilates and Integrated Movement Therapies (IMT)® training at Second Wind Pilates Plus has been ‘jam packed full’ of information. I thought I knew my body but Danielle has opened a whole new world of mind-body connection to me. As a current certification student, what I love most about this teaching studio is how wonderfully accommodating and flexible the instructors are making it easy for me to continue working as I study at my own pace. IMT® has given me strength, mobility and pain management after I was injured in a car accident. After experiencing the success of this incredible work first hand I felt the need to share Danielle’s work with others. I want to make people more comfortable and happier to be in their own bodies thereby making their lives more enjoyable!”

Kim Woolridge, Second Wind® Pilates Plus® Pilates and Certification Student “Danielle Bélec is an outstanding instructor who brings with her a wealth of knowledge and experience which she delivers with a passion that is compelling.”

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“Second Wind® Pilates Plus® offers truly comprehensive and well-rounded training for the aspiring Pilates teacher. I found I was quickly and easily learning an abundance of fascinating information on anatomy and movement that has served me well and will continue to do so in my teaching career. What I loved the most about training here though, were the people. All of our instructors were kind, loving teachers who really put us, the students, first and showed genuine caring for our success. We were pushed and challenged to be the best we could be in an encouraging and empowering way, which I am quite certain gave me the courage and confidence I needed to really come into my own as a teacher. I have a ways to go and a lot of learning still to do, but the path is exciting and filled with fun and wonder due to the fact that I have such wonderful, open and generous teachers at Second Wind® Pilates Plus® whom, I have no doubt, will always be present to lend a loving, knowledgeable and supporting hand.”

Cristina Chaparro, Second Wind® Pilates Plus®, Mississauga, Ontario, Studio Instructor “The Second Wind® Integrated Movement Therapies (IMT)® Certification Course has improved my teaching and practice skills in Yoga dramatically. This course has helped me deepen and expand my knowledge of the movement of the human body. When teaching a class, it is crucial to have the ability to analyze the student’s body type and understand their needs to give proper adjustments. The staff members at Second Wind® were very supportive of all of the students who took the IMT® course. They are passionate to teach us with detailed information and hands-on adjustments, until we understand the movement within our own body. I am so grateful for having this great opportunity to study with Danielle Bélec. It is an experience that I will never forget. By taking this course, Danielle has taught me to remind myself that we teach the students the awareness of their mind, body and deep breathing, instead of the pose or physical exercise.”

Yuku Shimizu, Certified Yoga Instructor Relax and Renew Trainer®

Registered Holistic Nutritionist (R.H.N.) Second Wind® Pilates Plus® Certified Pilates Instructor

“Second Wind’s Certification Course in Integrated Movement Therapies (IMT)® and Pilates is exceptional. It has allowed me to broaden, both personally and professionally, my experience and understanding of the ways in which movement can enhance and heal not only our physical bodies, but our emotional ones as well. Danielle Bélec is an outstanding instructor who brings with her a wealth of knowledge and experience that she delivers with a passion that is compelling.”

Registered Massage Therapist, Certified Sport Massage Therapist “I cannot believe how much this course has affected my life so far. I find ways to relate what we do to just about everything. Applications seem to be endless! Skating, relationships, love life, family...I love it and love what you do. Truly inspirational and the passion and eloquence with which you convey the lessons keeps me endlessly enamoured! I can’t wait to continue!”

Garnet Suidy, National Level Figure Skater Personal Trainer; Certification Student, Second Wind® Pilates Plus®

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