Pilates Teacher Training: Mat 3
Jan 31 – Feb 2, 2020 (16 hours) -OR-
Feb 19, 26, Mar 4, 11 (4 hrs each day)

Mat 3: Enhanced Pilates Mat + Props completes the mat training by adding rings, rollers, bands and balls to the traditional Mat exercises. In addition, Enhanced Mat includes functional exercises for the upper and lower body expanding the Mat work beyond the core to develop whole body strength and flexibility. The Balanced Body programming system is introduced to make class design easy, effective and fun. Progressions, regressions and modifications are included to make Pilates Mat useful for everyone. Paragon is offering two training options this year – a 16-hour weekend course (Fri-Sun) or four weeks (Wed eve) for 4-hours each day.

Prerequisite: Mat 2

Anatomy in 3D: An Introduction to Anatomy
February 21-23, 2020 (16 hours)

Anatomy in Three Dimensions is a fun, hands-on way to learn musculoskeletal anatomy. In this course, you will build all of the major muscle groups in clay and attach them on a two-foot tall skeleton. It’s a unique opportunity that combines auditory, visual, and kinesthetic learning strategies to help you understand how the body moves. Whether you are a student or a teacher, Anatomy in Three Dimensions is the perfect compliment for Pilates, yoga, dance, personal training and other movement educators. It’s also an engaging refresher for physical therapists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals. The full 16-hour course covers the muscles and joints from the knees through the shoulders.

Prerequisite: Open to Everyone

CPR and AED Training
February 7, 2020 3:30-6:00pm

Join the staff of Paragon for American Heart Association Adult/Child CPR and AED training! Certificate is good for two years. Course fee is $45 payable in cash or check on the day of the course, pre-registration is required.

Call or email Paragon to register: (952) 405-9765, info@paragonpilatespt.com.

Prerequisite: Open to Everyone

MOTR Instructor Training: Comprehensive
April 3-5, 2020 (16 hours)

The MOTR (MOre Than a Roller) contains a complete personal training system in a portable, affordable package. Combining the core training of Pilates, the strength and power of aerobic conditioning, the functional exercises of a pulley system and the balance and release exercises of a foam roller, MOTR gives you everything you need to teach classes, small group or one on one training.

Prerequisite: Open to Fitness Educators and Home Users

Pilates Teacher Training: Chair & Barrels
April 17-19, 2020 (16 hours)

The Balanced Body Pilates Chair and Barrels training completes the comprehensive training. Included are exercises and variations for both the original Wunda chair and the split pedal Combo chair, as well as the Ladder Barrel and Step Barrel. The Chair is great for doing strengthening work with athletic clients and as an addition to group programming in combination with the Mat or other apparatus. The Barrels provide additional spinal movement exercises and stretch opportunities, adding variety to personal training sessions or group classes.

Prerequisite: Reformer 2