Pilates Teaching Methods II.

Catalog description

Students gain a greater level of expertise in the Pilates Method of body conditioning as they prepare to teach its mat work component. Using the foundational concepts and principles learned in DANC 3301 , they will further explore the integration of the musculo-skeletal system in movement by way of the Advanced and Super-Advanced exercises. In addition, they will address the conduct of a group instruction setting over a period of time to become familiar with the process of bringing students to a more advanced level in their individual practice. An important aspect of the course is the actual teaching of both private lessons and group classes to gain practical experience as teachers. Course requirements include regular class meetings, a minimum of 35 documented hours of student teaching, and written and practical evaluation. Prerequisite: DANC 1201 , DANC 2331 , DANC 3301 , and either DANC 3374 or BIOL 2401 .