Welcome to Basics of Pilates

This course covers the essential foundations of Pilates, from breathing and deep core activation to neutral spine and postural assessment. Through a blend of theory, practical exercises, and video submissions, you'll develop the skills and body awareness needed to both practise and teach Pilates with confidence.

History & Core Principles

Explore the origins of the Pilates method and the foundational principles that Joseph Pilates established, giving you a deeper understanding of why the method works.

Pilates Breathing

Learn the lateral thoracic breathing technique that underpins every Pilates movement, and how to apply and instruct it correctly.

Neutral Spine

Understand what neutral spine is, how to find it, and how to confidently cue it in yourself and your clients.

Deep Core & Other Activation

Discover the deep stabilising muscles of the core, how to activate them correctly, and how to test and instruct that activation effectively.

Postural Body Types

Learn to identify the different postural body types using plumb line assessment, building the observation skills essential for effective Pilates instruction.