Dark Horse Pilates
Teacher Training Program

As part of our mission, we offer a Teacher Training Program for all who are interested in becoming an teacher of the Dark Horse Pilates Method. This training comes directly from Romana to Janice and is disseminated through Dark Horse Pilates Affiliate Teacher/Mentors and Training Studios.

The journey to become a DHP teacher begins with training with one of our Affiliate Teacher/Mentors. You will not only learn the exercises required to enter the program, but you will develop the feel of the Powerhouse and Box that are the foundation of the work. You will realize Pilates is not just exercise, but rather, a path toward mastery of the body. Pilates exercises empowered with fundamental science, develops anatomically correct skeletal alignment, creates a deep and powerful core abdominal muscle, overcomes the dominant Iliopsoas and trains correct gluteal muscles. You will feel in your own body the change that creates strength and flexibility with control.

Once your DHP Affiliate Teacher/Mentor deems you are ready you will enter the Teacher Training Program as an Intern. The Program is approximately a year long once you enter and the requirements are as follows:

Course I

Course 1

This 4-day course teaches you DHP Concepts of training the body; fundamentals of anatomy; kinesiology and biomechanics; how to see and evaluate a body; how to teach with safety and how to apply what concepts to each exercise at the First Level.

Work with your Mentor

You will be required to spend a minimum of 15 hours weekly in your home studio with your Mentor.
You will attend free weekly meetings/workouts with your Mentor.
You will observe your Mentor teaching.
You will assist in any way necessary within the studio so it runs as smooth as possible.
You will continue weekly lessons with Mentor to continue on your path toward mastery.
You will practice teaching on your “Guinea Pigs” and other interns as is possible.

Course I Evaluation

When your Mentor deems you prepared you will have an Evaluation by the Master Teacher.

Evaluation involves:

Performing Course I exercises for Master Teacher.
Teaching a real client a session.
The Master Teacher will work with you and your Mentor to strengthen any weaknesses in the findings of your evaluation.

Course II

Course II

This 3.5 day workshop will solidify all the concepts of DHP and will clarify any questions you might have. You will learn how to apply all concepts to all exercises, how to deepen the foundational work to challenge your client's education, and how to teach advancing exercises with safety and intention.

Work with your Mentor

You will continue the requirement of spending a minimum of 15 hours weekly in your home studio with your Mentor.
You will assist in any way necessary within the studio so it runs as smooth as possible.
You will continue weekly lessons with Mentor and deepen your work for your journey toward mastery.
You will now be able to take on studio clients under Mentor supervision and be paid at a reduced rate.
You will follow all Mentor’s suggestions to become a better teach.
You will observe your Mentor teaching.
You will attend free weekly meetings/workouts with your Mentor.

Course II Evaluation

When your Mentor deems you prepared you will be tested by the Master Teacher.
Testing involves:
- Performing Level II exercises for Master Teacher.
- Teaching a real client a session.
The Master Teacher will either accredit you with a Dark Horse Pilates Affiliate Teacher certificate or advise you to remain in your Mentorship for more training. When your Mentor deems you have fulfilled the extra training you will receive your Dark Horse Pilates Affiliate Teacher Certificate.

Fees for Dark Horse Pilates Teacher Training Program

Registration: $300

Mentorship Fee: $1000

Course 1 Fee: $1500

Course 1 Testing Fee: $300

Course 2 Fee: $1200

Course 2 Testing Fee: $300

For already certified instructors, we offer a

Cross Over Training Program

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