Teacher Training
Harmony Pilates Studio 
offers in-depth and comprehensive learning for the developing Pilates Professional. Our program’s outstanding reputation has been built over a period of many years, having educated some of
the region’s most successful instructors. The directors, Dilla Mastrangelo and Sueann Fenchel, both Pilates Method Alliance (PMA) Certified Pilates Teachers™ (PMA-CPTs™), each have more than 10 years of longevity in the field. They are known for their detailed approach and positive coaching style. Harmony’s program is true to the principles and exercises of Joseph Pilates and informed by recent advances in the field of movement education.
Mat, Mat/Reformer, and Comprehensive Teacher Training Tracks
Harmony’s Teacher Training offers students three tracks to
choose from in accordance with the level of commitment that is possible and/or desirable for him/her.
Mat Teacher Track
Prepares students to teach private and group Pilates mat classes in a health club or studio setting. Course content includes the Pilates principles and mat exercises, anatomy, and movement fundamentals.
Mat/Reformer Teacher Track
Prepares students to teach private Reformer lessons and group Mat classes. Course content includes the Pilates principles, Mat and Reformer exercises, anatomy, and movement fundamentals.
Comprehensive Teacher Track
Prepares students to teach the FULL Pilates method on all apparatus (Mat, Reformer, Chair, Cadillac, and Barrels) to a range of client levels including modifications for special populations. This year long course of study includes observation and mentoring with experienced teachers and enables students to pursue certification through the Pilates Method Alliance, the professional credential recognized worldwide.
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| Track | Mat | Mat/Reformer | Comprehensive |
| Principles and Pedagogy | $550 | $550 | $550 |
| Weekend Seminars | $500/each | $800/each | $1000/each |
| Mentoring/Review Sessions | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Total Cost | $2050 | $3750 | $4550 |
| Early Registration Discount | $1850 | $3500 | $4300 |
The total cost of each track includes all seminar days, review workshops, and manuals. Seminars can be paid for individually and if payment is received 30 days prior to the first day of the seminar a $50 discount is given.
| Track | Mat | Mat/Reformer | Comprehensive |
| Principles and Pedagogy | Nov 12-13, 2011 | Nov 12-13, 2011 | Nov 12-13, 2011 |
| Weekend 1 | Jan 20, 2012 | Jan 20-21, 2012 | Jan 20-22, 2012 |
| Weekend 2 | Mar 30, 2012 | Mar 30-31, 2012 | Mar 30-Apr 1, 2012 |
| Weekend 3 | Jul 13, 2012 | Jul 13-14, 2012 | Jul 13-15, 2012 |
| Weekend 4 | N/A | Sep 21-22, 2012 | Sep 21-23, 2012 |
Principles & Pedagogy hours are Saturday 1-8pm and Sunday 9am-4pm. All other weekend workshops hours are Friday 1-8pm, Saturday 1-8pm, and Sunday 9am-4pm.
Harmony’s Teacher Training Program meets national guidelines for the national Pilates certification examination established in 2005 through the PMA, which will standardize the quality of Pilates practice. Harmony will grant a diploma to students meeting graduation requirements, who will then be eligible to sit for the national certification exam through the PMA. For details on the PMA’s certification exam please visit www.pilatesmethodalliance.org.
Please call the studio at 412-441-1100 or email TTinfo@movewithharmony.com to receive an application.
Please feel free to contact Dilla Mastrangelo or Sueann Fenchel at ttinfo@movewithharmony.com with any questions.
