Modules: Trapeze Table/Cadillac/Tower, Chair, Barrels and Small Equipment

BBU Pilates Apparatus instructor training program completes the full Pilates instructor certification program. Included is the complete repertoire on the Trapeze Table/Cadillac/Tower, the Pilates Chair, the Barrels and small equipment. Completing the additional apparatus training gives you a great variety of tools to use when working with clients and qualifies you to take the national Pilates certification exam. The modules may be offered individually or they may be combined depending on the equipment available at the host studio.

Trapeze Table, Chair and Barrels, Part 1 (18 hours)

Trapeze Table, Chair and Barrels, Part 2 (18 hours)

Trapeze Table, Chair and Barrels, Part 3 (18 hours)

Our Apparatus Certification program includes:

• Exercise instruction in the complete Pilates Trapeze Table/Cadillac/Tower, Pilates Chair and Barrels and Small equipment is included
• A comprehensive manual for each piece of equipment consistent with current national standards
• Cueing, coaching, safety and teaching tips for clients at different levels of ability
• Program sequences for classes and personal training sessions
• Equipment safety and set up

Trapeze Table/Cadillac

Pilates Chair

The BBU Pilates Chair certification includes exercises and variations for both the original Wunda 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.

Pilates Barrels & Small Apparatus

The BBU Barrels certification includes exercises and variations for the Ladder Barrel, Step Barrel, Ped o Pul, Ring, Foot Corrector and Toe Corrector. The Step Barrel and Ladder Barrel add variety to personal training sessions or classes, the Magic Circle adds a challenge to wide variety of exercises and the other small apparatus are useful for working with clients with particular issues.

LBDC for BBU Pilates Instructor Training Certificate Requirements for Completion

To become a fully qualified Balanced Body University Pilates Instructor, students must complete the following requirements:

• Anatomy (required)
• BBU Mat Instructor training or equivalent
• BBU Reformer Instructor training or equivalent
• BBU Cadillac/Tower - Course work, written and practical test
• BBU Chair - Course work, written and practical test
• BBU Barrels - Course work, written and practical test
• 45 Personal practice hours and 105 Teaching hours or
• 35 Personal sessions, 20 observations hours and 95 teaching hours
• Final written and practical test

Total hours for completion of Apparatus: 188 hours
Total hours for completion of full program: 488 hours
Upon completion of all of the requirements, a certificate of completion as a Balanced Body University Pilates Instructor will be issued.

Students who have completed a Pilates certification program through other organizations and are interested in obtaining a BBU certification should contact the BBU office to inquire about our bridge program.

Reformer and Other Apparatus Final Exam and Certificate of Completion

Once instructors have completed all of the Reformer and/or Apparatus course work and hours, they must pass a practical exam demonstrating their teaching ability. Exams will be regularly scheduled in different areas of the world. If instructors are not able to test out due to geographical challenges, testing out by video can be arranged. If a student is completing both the Reformer and the Apparatus sequence, they will not need to test out separately on the Reformer and the Apparatus.