Pilates Teacher Training: Mat 3
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.

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

Pilates Teacher Training: Reformer 3
March 27-29, 2020 (16 hours) -OR-
April 1, 8, 15, 22 (4 hrs each day)

Reformer 3 includes advanced exercises plus modifications for sports specific activities, tips for training the advanced client and key exercises for advancing a client. 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: Reformer 2

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

CoreAlign 1: Foundations Teacher Training
May 1, 8, 15, 29, 2020 (4 hrs each day)

The CoreAlign provides a superior environment for training gait, balance, core stability and sport specific movements in a flexible and dynamic environment. CoreAlign 1: Foundations, is the heart of the CoreAlign training program. The course includes the theoretical basis of the CoreAlign method along with essential exercises to illustrate the full potential of the CoreAlign. The course includes:
-60+ Foundation exercises designed to build functional movement skills applicable to daily life and athletic pursuits.
-Exercises in standing, plank, all fours and supine positions.
-Balanced Body’s exercise tracks to focus on Trunk Integration, Upper Body Strength and Balance, Lower Body Strength and Power, Gait and Dynamic Flexibility.
-Progressions and regressions to address clients at different levels of ability.
-Specific modifications and precautions for working with clients with injuries and special populations.
-CoreAlign unit set up and safety.
-The Balanced Body Movement Principles to make your training more efficient, effective and safe.

CoreAlign 1 will change the way you train!

Prerequisite: Open to all Movement Educators

CoreAlign 2: Progressions Teacher Training
June 5, 12, 19, 26, 2020 (4 hrs each day)

CoreAlign 2: Progressions, builds on the foundation of CoreAlign 1 with progressions of the key exercises learned in CoreAlign 1 as well as additional exercise categories, training options and teaching techniques. CoreAlign 2 includes:
-Progressions of plank and standing exercises to address a range of training goals from core stabilization to creating integrated rotation for throwing sports.
-Training options using rotator discs, variable directions or resistance and moments of suspension.
-Exercises to challenge balance, coordination and complex movement patterns to prepare clients for anything life throws their way.
CoreAlign 2 provides an excellent platform for improving functional movement patterns for clients at any level of ability from physical therapy patients to professional athletes.

Prerequisite: CoreAlign 1