Balanced Body Authorised Training Centre | Pilates | MOTR
Balanced Body is the world's leading resource for Pilates and Mindful Movement Equipment, Education and Information. The MOTR (which stands for Movement On The Roller) is a Pilates reformer, foam roller, and resistance trainer all in one.
‘As a two-time Olympian, Pete puts 100% into everything he does. His thoughtfulness & dedication to his clients leaves them feeling special and always coming back for more. Whether you need a fitness expert or advice from a friend, Pete is there with wise words and an open heart. Pete is truly an inspiring coach, friend and lululemon ambassador.’ – lululemon athletica UK
24 & 25 June 2023 and
1 & 2 July 2023
The movement principles course includes five sections:
Whole Body Movement
Trunk Integration
Lower Body Training
Upper Body Training
Mobility and Restoration
The focus on practical understanding of common movement patterns prepares instructors to be excellent at problem solving, goal setting and learning new exercise techniques with ease.
Program includes: General discussion and overview of anatomy including bones and joints in specific relationship to movement. Exercise instruction in foundational exercises which apply to any movement and fitness setting. A detailed, full color manual with 5 accompanying DVDs and streaming video to enhance your learning experience* Cueing, coaching and teaching tips
* $15 additional charge.
(Introduction to the Reformer & Beginning Exercises) 15 & 16 July 2023
This course introduces the Universal Reformer, the center piece of the Pilates equipment studio and an invaluable training tool. Reformer 1 includes an introduction to safely using the Pilates Reformer for a wide variety of supine, seated and standing exercises for the beginning to intermediate student. Movement Principles include improving lower body alignment, creating balanced muscle development and learning a protocol for effectively training the upper body.
Program includes: General discussion and overview of anatomy including bones and joints in specific relationship to movement. Exercise instruction in foundational exercises which apply to any movement and fitness setting. A detailed, full color manual with streaming video to enhance your learning experience.* Cueing, coaching and teaching tips.
* $15 additional charge.
(Intermediate Exercises) 9 & 10 September 2023
Reformer 2 expands the potential of the Reformer with intermediate and advanced exercises and modifications along with programs designs for special populations including pre–and post–natal clients and clients with osteoporosis and lower back injuries. Class design, dynamic assessment and correcting common dysfunctional movement patterns are also included.
Program includes: General discussion and overview of anatomy including bones and joints in specific relationship to movement. Exercise instruction in foundational exercises which apply to any movement and fitness setting. A detailed, full color manual with streaming video to enhance your learning experience.* Cueing, coaching and teaching tips.
* $15 additional charge.
(Advanced Exercises & Programming) 14 & 15 October 2023
Reformer 3 is the pinnacle of the Reformer work and includes advanced and super advanced exercises to challenge clients to achieve their best. Progressive sequences designed to teach students advanced movement skills are included along with an introduction to the revolutionary Principle Based Programming System helping you to create successful classes for clients at any level.
Program includes: General discussion and overview of anatomy including bones and joints in specific relationship to movement. Exercise instruction in foundational exercises which apply to any movement and fitness setting. A detailed, full color manual with streaming video to enhance your learning experience.* Cueing, coaching and teaching tips.
* $15 additional charge.
24 & 31 May 2023 and 7 & 21 June 2023
The comprehensive MOTR instructor training includes instruction on all the MOTR exercises and variations and gives instructors everything they need to teach a variety of formats from small group personal training to circuit training to private sessions. You will learn to perform, teach and cue MOTR exercises in all positions to increase your confidence and get you ready to teach.
Based on the Balanced Body Movement Principles you will discover how easy it is to design and deliver dynamic classes using the Balanced Body Programming System. The combination is designed to help you understand the purpose of each exercise, common regressions and progressions and how to program classes for students of all kinds.
Program includes: General discussion and overview of anatomy including bones and joints in specific relationship to movement. Exercise instruction in foundational exercises which apply to any movement and fitness setting. A detailed, full color manual with streaming video to enhance your learning experience.* Cueing, coaching and teaching tips.
* $15 additional charge.
• Exercise instruction in the fundamental MOTR exercise categories.
• Detailed manual, *streamed video (additional charge of $15)
• Introduction to the Balanced Body Movement Principles to strengthen your teaching.
• The Balanced Body Programming System to help you design and deliver successful and effective classes.
• Progressions, regressions and modifications to make MOTR training useful for everyone.
• Sample classes to get you teaching right away.
• Equipment safety and maintenance.
Mix it up with our personal training system — portable full-body exercise for clients of all ages!
The MOTR© combines the core training of Pilates, the strength and power of aerobic conditioning, the functional exercises of a pulley system and the balance and release exercises of a foam roller, MOTR© gives you everything you need to teach classes, small group or one on one training. MOTR© is the ideal compliment to a Pilates, personal training or rehabilitation practice enhancing balance, aerobic capacity, strength and flexibility while performing fun, functional exercises clients respond to and enjoy.
