International Pilates Mat Certification Teacher Training Course (TTC)
Held at the Yoga Retreat in April 2011

"The one exclusive sign of thorough knowledge is the power of teaching". Aristotle.

Our goal is not only to teach you the moves, but to make you understand the impact of each move; not only to teach you the exercises, but rather to expose you to the whole concept of Pilates. If you feel passion for Pilates … if you witnessed the effects of practicing Pilates on your body and mind… if you want to expand your knowledge (and practice)… if you're thinking of changing your career and want to share your love to Pilates with others… if you want to be trained with the best then we invite you to come and learn the power of teaching Pilates with us…

Ory Avni is a certified teacher trainer by the Physical Mind Institute. The PMI Institute in New York was founded in 1989 by Joan Breibart and Eve Gentry and has the distinction of being one of the world's foremost authorities on Pilates (www.themethodpilates.com). Since 2005 Ory trained and certified more than one hundred fifty Pilates teachers from Asia and all over the world. She is well known for her deep knowledge, enthusiasm and passion for the Pilates method. Her teaching technique is thorough and well structured and yet exciting and full with fun.

Initiation 101 and 201 - Pilates mat certificate

In this course you will learn the Pilates method fundamentals for mat exercises, including the new exciting Standing Pilates routine; Together we will explore teaching techniques and will enhance your ability to train your clients to achieve optimal results. By exploring anatomy, different body structures and movement abilities, we will learn how to apply modifications to each and every exercise so it will fit individual needs. We will discuss how to instruct clients, how to design a class routine and how to deal with the unique challenges that today's life style creates. . Each student will be able to practice group teaching.

The fee for both courses - 1,000 USD including study materials, test, and certificate.

Advanced registration is required, minimum 6 participants to open the course. Full payment is required on the day of the course. Please pay 50% deposit when registering with the yoga retreat.

Full refund will be given in case of cancellation 3 weeks or more before the course. In case of late cancellation there will be no refund without exceptions.

Accommodation is available at the yoga retreat - arrive Sunday 15th August, leaving Sunday 22nd August.

Own room with en-suite bathroom plus breakfast = 3,500THB

Own room with shared bathroom plus breakfast = 3,000THB

We can arrange your Taxi service from Thong sala port if required.