Advanced Movement Principles:

the Low Back

 Oct 25th - Oct 27th in Santa Cruz, CA

Taught by: Nora St. John

with Ky Russell and Sarah Artha Negara

 
SAVE $295 with discount code: AMPVIDEO
*** ONLY for this October training!

 

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Introducing the Balanced Body Advanced Movement Practitioner Certification Program.

 

We are thrilled to announce the launch of the Balanced Body Advanced Movement Practitioner Program with the first module in the series, Advanced Movement Principles: the Low Back.

 

This program is designed for experienced Pilates instructors who are eager to explore the healing potential of Pilates on a deeper level. 

 

Participating in this comprehensive advanced program will equip you with the skills and understanding needed to assist clients with imbalances or injuries, providing them with lasting improvements and transformative benefits.

Enroll in AMP the Low Back to...

1


Develop strong critical reasoning skills to work with healthy and injured clients safely and effectively.

2


Expand your ability to observe, analyze, and suggest exercises to improve essential movement skills. 

 

3


Deepen your understanding of the body in motion in both functional and pathological situations.

4


Learn how to collaborate with medical and allied health professionals successfully.

5


Expand your heart, broaden your mind, & increase your ability to work compassionately with all clients.

To register and get started on this journey click the link below!

** Use code: AMPVIDEO at checkout to save $295!
About the Low Back Module:

Advanced Movement Principles: the Low Back Live Course 

 

Duration: 18 hours over 3 days

Course Date: Oct 25th - 27th, 2024  (Fri 2pm-6pm, Sat 10am-6pm, Sun 10am-6pm)
Location: Monarch Pilates in Santa Cruz, CA
Investment: $645 early reg or $695 regular reg plus $295 for required streaming video 

*** Use code: AMPVIDEO to secure the discount at checkout!

 

Description: 
Discover how to provide lasting improvement and life-changing benefits to clients with low back pain through Balanced Body's continuing education course. "Advanced Movement Principles: The Low Back" offers a practical framework for assessing, understanding, and enhancing posture, functional skills, and athletic performance in clients with low back pain. You'll develop a structured plan for evaluating clients with low back issues and gain a clear understanding of exercise progressions to enhance their functional outcomes.

 

The Low Back course includes 18 hours of in-person, hands-on learning focused on movement analysis and program design, complemented by 8 hours of online coursework covering anatomy, kinesiology, movement principles, and common low back conditions. This is the second of five courses in the Advanced Movement Principles program, aimed at preparing Pilates instructors and movement professionals to work with clients facing common imbalances and injuries.

 

The course fee covers the live course and everyone who registers for the October class will receive the video course as a FREE bonus! After registering, you will receive a link to the video course, which grants you lifetime access. To maximize your learning experience, please complete the video streaming course before attending the live session.
About the Teachers:
Nora St. John, LAC

 

Founder: Balanced Body Education

Education Content Creator for Balanced Body

 

Teaching Pilates since 1988, Nora creates teacher training courses in Pilates, Anatomy in Three Dimensions and other modalities for Balanced Body Education.

She holds degrees in Biology, Dance and Traditional Chinese Medicine and is the author of 16 teacher training manuals and several magazine articles.

Nora has studied Dance, Chinese Medicine, manual therapy, The Franklin Method, Anatomy in Clay and personal training to enhance her understanding of the body in motion.

She is currently focused on creating educational experiences that are innovative, enlightening and effective.

Ky Russell, MA

 

Director: Pilates Education Collective

Balanced Body Educator

 

Ky is a Balanced Body Educator, specializing in Pilates and Anatomy in 3D teacher training programs. She is the Director of the Pilates Education Collective and the founder of the Pilates for Stress Relief Specialist Program, an Advanced Pilates teacher training program.

She has been teaching Pilates since 2002, including years practicing Pilates based rehabilitation at St Francis Hospital's Center for Sports Medicine. 

In addition to completing numerous Pilates and healing movement certification programs, Ky holds a Master's degree in Kinesiology and was a former faculty member at San Jose State University.

She is thrilled to be bringing AMP to Santa Cruz, and is excited to assist the next generation of Pilates instructors create rewarding, successful careers.

Sarah Artha Negara, MA

 

Professor: College of San Mateo Pilates Training Program

Balanced Body Educator

 

Sarah is a highly experienced Pilates instructor with a career spanning over 20 years. She founded the College of San Mateo’s Pilates Teacher Training Program in 2011 and co-founded PEC with Ky and Arwen in 2023.
 

She holds certifications as a Balanced Body® Pilates Educator, Nationally Certified Pilates Teacher, ACE® Certified Personal Trainer, NASM Performance Enhancement Specialist, YogaFit® Instructor, and is a "Second-Generation Pilates Instructor" under Lolita San Miguel.

She enjoys working with diverse populations, athletes, and individuals with special conditions and is committed to fostering positive and supportive communities. As a business owner, she provides ongoing support and mentorship for graduates, ensuring they are well-prepared to embark on successful careers and positively impact their clients' lives.

About the Advanced Movement Practitioner Program

Advanced Movement Practitioner Program

 

The certification program consists of five distinct courses, each focusing on different parts of the body. These modules are designed to be flexible; you can take each one as a stand-alone course and in any order that suits your needs. However, to achieve the Advanced Movement Practitioner certification with Balanced Body, you must successfully complete all five modules.

 

Before participating in any Live Course, you are required to complete the corresponding Video Course first. While the Video Course is a prerequisite for the Live Course, it can also be taken independently if you prefer. Once registered for a course, you will gain access to the Video Course, which provides a thorough foundation and prepares you for the immersive, hands-on experience of the Live Course.
 
 

Course 1: 

Intro to Movement Principles and Client Assessment

Registration: online course link coming soon

Video Course: 5.75 hours of streaming video – this is an online only course

  • Introduction and Client Assessment (1.25 hours)
  • Moving Fascia (2.25 hours)
  • Working with Pain (2.25 hours)

Course 2: 

The Low Back

 

Registration: online course link coming soon

Video Course: 5.75 hours of streaming video – this is an online only course

  • Introduction and Client Assessment (1.25 hours)
  • Moving Fascia (2.25 hours)
  • Working with Pain (2.25 hours)

Course 3: 

The Lower Body

 

Video Course: 8 hours of video (required prior to live course)
Live Course: 18 hours of live instruction in the studio
Dates: TBD 2025

 

 

Course 4: 

The Upper Body

 

Video Course: 8 hours of video (required prior to live course)
Live Course: 18 hours of live instruction in the studio
Registration & Dates: coming soon

 

 

Course 5: 

Special Considerations

 

Video Course: this will be an online only course
Registration: online only course link coming soon

 

 

Mentoring Program: 

Details coming soon

 

Ky will offer a formal mentorship program for students desiring oversight and guidance through the Advanced Movement Practitioner Program.

Registration Details will be coming soon.

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