Pilates Instructor

Apply Knowledge of Anatomy and Physiology to Exercise Training:

• Identify the anatomical structures of the human body
• Explain the movements of the joints, bones and muscles
• Describe common exercises and their related movement.
• Identify the physiological systems of the human body

Instruct Exercise to Individuals and Groups:

• Prepare and Plan an Exercise Session
• Instruct exercise in consideration of safe and effective exercise requirements.
• Utilize appropriate communication skills required to instruct exercise.
• Instruct exercise classes in a professional and confident manner.

Test & Evaluate Health-Related Fitness Components

• Explains purpose, function and protocols of fitness test
• Data is accurately interpreted according to accepted protocol for the particular testing tool
• Understands the testing protocol
• Explains the issues and implications that make up the testing tool (e.g. validity, repeatability, accuracy)
• Accurately communicates results to the fitness participant

Recommend an Exercise Programme or Activity

• Conduct a physical activity readiness assessment
• Interpret results of a physical activity readiness score.
• Select an appropriate pre-designed programme or activity for a participant/s.
• Implement motivation methods and strategies to promote exercise adherence.
• Monitor the process of program implementation

Promote an Awareness of Nutritional Principles

• Read and interprets food labels on a variety of food products
• Define various nutrition terms, e.g. micro and macronutrients, metabolism, energy, food guide pyramid etc.
• Develop and explain an eating plan which may include health enhancing supplements
• Explain own scope of practice and clarify in relation to appropriate practitioner referral
• Provide practical guidelines on how to keep a personal nutrition diary and be able to interpret and advise on the information gathered.