Get the competitive edge by seeking education on Pilates teaching through one of the most respected companies in the Pilates industry.  Polestar Pilates is known for its scientifically based, biomechanically sound approach to Pilates teaching and practice.  At graduation, our students excel at the critical reasoning skills necessary to deal with clients with multiple health issues, as well as having the edge to challenge advanced clients.  Our series covers repertoire on the: mat, reformer, trapeze table, ladder barrel, chair and spine corrector.   

The pre-requisite for taking this series is a college level anatomy course. This is essential knowledge to already possess so that anatomical relationships and biomechanical principles can be taught. This foundation gives our students an edge to build upon in order to learn the Polestar methodology and master the exercises.

Pilates MN is offering an approved anatomy course right here in our Wayzata, MN studio.   Julie Odermann, Exercise Physiologist and PMA certified instructor will be leading these classes.   They will be held approximately every other Saturday 1 - 3 pm starting January 14 and ending March 24, 2012.  Please Click Here to view more information. 

                      

Which series is right for me?

The courses are taught simultaneously to enhance the learning from all.  We feel that all of our disciplines and experiences provide excellent collaborative learning opportunities.  

Rehabilitation Series is for health care providers (ie PT, PTA, ATC, OT, DC, MD, DO, RN)

Studio Series is for fitness professionals (ie personal trainers, group fitness instructors)

Transition Series is for current Pilates teachers that have been certified/trained through another comprehensive program.   

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Once you complete this series in October of 2012, you will have about 6 months to complete self practice, observation and teaching hours.  You then will take an exam to graduate from Polestar.  Once you graduate, you will then be eligible to become a Pilates CertifiedTM teacher through the national examination.  This is the industry standard, and our graduates are well prepared for this test.

Polestar Principles:            April 14/15, 2012  

Studio/Rehabilitation 1:  May 5/6, 2012

Studio/Rehabilitation 2:  June 2/3, 2012

Studio/Rehabilitation 3:  July 7/8, 2012

Studio/Rehabilitation 4:  August 4/5, 2012

Studio/Rehabilitation 5:  September 15/16, 2012

Studio/Rehabilitation 6:  October 13/14, 2012

Exam:                                        TBD--Spring 2012

The Polestar Principles course is a requirement for commencing the series. After this, the courses need to be taken in order since they are taught in a logical and physically purposed progression.     

Early Registration by February 14, 2012: $4,400(save $940!)