The VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Instructing Mat-Based Pilates is a vocational qualification that will prepare you for a career as a Pilates instructor. This qualification is designed for learners aged 16 years or over and will support you to gain employment as a Pilates instructor, as the units contained in this qualification cover all the skills and knowledge required for this role. There are no formal entry requirements to undertake this qualification.
This is a vocational qualification and includes all the required elements to work effectively as a Pilates instructor including mandatory units covering the following: anatomy and exercise for exercise and health, principles of exercise, fitness and health, supporting clients who take part in exercise and physical activity, health, safety and welfare in a fitness environment, principles of mat-based Pilates, programming mat-based Pilates and instructing mat-based Pilates. There are no optional units.
Throughout this qualification you will develop your knowledge and understanding of the underpinning science and principles which underpin safe exercise, and the principles of Pilates. You will learn how to support your clients, you will also develop a range of technical skills enabling you to programme and instruct Pilates to groups and individual clients. You will also develop interpersonal skills that will assist you to communicate effectively with clients.
