When I started my Pilates training, I knew zero anatomy. Literally, nothing. I was intimidated — big time. When I began my Pilates teacher training course everyone seemed to talk-the-talk. I listened and nodded pretending I knew what they were talking about and hoped I didn’t get called on. Needless to say, this was not a great way to begin my training. I was in over my head.
I want you to have a different experience. I want you to walk into your first Pilates course with the confidence and knowledge to crush it.
This course will:
- Build your foundational knowledge of anatomy,
- Teach you to use the correct anatomical language that will be used throughout your Pilates teacher training courses,
- Give you the skills to understand the anatomy of an exercise, which will allow you to teach directly to your client’s needs,
- Set you up for long-term success and give you the confidence to teach with knowledge.
If you don’t know what muscles an exercise targets, how can you give a client a well-balanced, educated workout?
Here is a detailed description of the course content:
SECTION 1: Overview of the Course
SECTION 2: Why It’s Important to Learn Anatomy as a Pilates Instructor
SECTION 3: What is Anatomical Position?
SECTION 4: Anatomical Terminology
- Basic Anatomical Terminology
- Planes of Motion
- In Studio Recap.
SECTION 5: The Skeleton
- Axial vs Appendicular Skeleton
- Cranium
- Sections of the Spine
- Spinal Curves
- Vertebrae
- Sternum
- Ribcage
- Sacrum
- Clavicle
- Scapula
- Humorous
- Radius & Ulna
- Pelvis
- Femur
- Patella
- Tibia & Fibula
SECTION 6: Movements of the Spine and Joint
- Flexion/Extension
- Abduction/Adduction
- Lateral/Medial Rotation
- Circumduction
- Horizontal Abduction/Adduction
- Supination/Pronation & Dorsiflexion/Plantarflexion
- In studio recap
SECTION 7: Types of Joints
SECTION 8: Types of Muscular Contraction
SECTION 9: What is the Core?
SECTION 10: Abdominal Muscles
- Transversus Abdominis (TA)
- Internal Oblique
- External Oblique
- Rectus Abdominis
SECTION 11: Trunk Muscles
- Erector Spinea
- Quadratus Lumborum (QL)
- Internal & External Intercostals
SECTION 12: Lower Body Muscles
- Quadriceps
- Iliopsoas
- Gluts
- Hamstrings
- Gastroc
- Soleus
- Tibialis Anterior
- Peroneals
- Deep Six Lateral Rotators
- Sartorius
- Adductors
- Pectineus
- Gracilis
- Tensor Fasciae Latae (TFL)
- Iliotibial band (ITB)
- Anterior Leg Review
SECTION 13: Upper Body Muscles
- Serratus Anterior
- Trapezius
- Rhomboid Major and Minor
- Deltoids
- Latissimus Dorsi
- Pectoralis Minor & Major
- Bicep Brachii
- Brachialis
- Brachioradialis
- Tricep Brachii
- Rotator Cuff
- Teres Major
- Coracobrachialis
- Sternocleidomastoid (SCM)
- Levator Scapulae
SECTION 14: Bony Landmarks (for postural assessment)
- Overview
- Side View
- Front View
- Back View
SECTION 15: Let’s Put It All Together!
Who this course is for:
- Individuals with an interest in becoming a Pilates instructor
- Existing Pilates instructors who want to understand anatomy better
- Individuals who are interested in learning more about the human body and movement
- Pilates lovers who want to understand more about the body
- Pilates teachers preparing to enroll in Pilates teacher training or certification courses.
15 sections • 74 lectures • 2h 43m total length
I really wish I had done Basic Anatomy for Pilates Instructors by Holly Furgason first! It was exactly what I was looking for—clear, practical, and full of the essential information I needed as a Pilates instructor.
After doing a different (and more expensive) course that didn’t quite hit the mark, this one felt like a breath of fresh air. It was affordable, easy to follow, and covered all the basics without overcomplicating things.
Highly recommend this course for anyone starting out or wanting a solid refresher in anatomy related to Pilates. Great value for money!