PILATES TEACHER TRAINER

EDUCATION

San Francisco’s premiere Pilates teacher training

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Bolster Your Education
During Covid-19 shelter-in-place, we’re offering online workshops for teachers to skill-up for home sessions, and new teachers the foundation. Taught by Lead Instructor Trainer Holly Furgason.

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Blue Sparrow Pilates is one of San Francisco’s longest continually run and most successful Pilates businesses. With over 14 years of building positive client relationships, we know how to put you on track for success. Our faculty are the most highly trained, skilled, and experienced instructors in the business.

Education and training is the most important investment you’ll make in your future as a Pilates professional. We’ve trained professionals in the Bay Area since 2009. Our graduates go on to work around the globe.

Immerse Yourself In Pilates

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There’s no way to get properly trained and certified as a Pilates Instructor in a single weekend. If you’re already a fitness professional, and just want to add a couple basic Pilates exercises to a routine, then perhaps a weekend course will do. However, if you’re driven to help people understand the benefits of Pilates and how it improves everyday life for everyone, from high level athletes to the elderly, and if you want to help people rehabilitate from injury or be able to teach clients about the biomechanics of movement and the benefits of Pilates — then you need to invest in comprehensive training.

“Any nerves I had quickly subsided thanks to the encouraging and supportive environment created by Holly. Approachable, kind, and willing to help in any way she can, Holly’s instruction and guidance created the perfect conditions needed to teach future teachers how to thrive.”
— DANNY, PENNSYLVANIA
“Holly is the embodiment of passion! It was my absolute pleasure to learn from you this weekend. You went over so many exercises I have not been exposed to except when doing the training. An eye opening weekend it was!”
— MERYL, NEW JERSEY
Blue Sparrow Pilates has the best teaching faculty! The faculty are extremely knowledgeable about the body and movement. I enjoyed each course and personally learned a lot about my body movements and how to teach others. I highly recommend this in depth Pilates education. 
— STARR, CALIFORNIA

CHOOSE FULL CERTIFICATION—OR TAKE INDIVIDUAL COURSES

Blue Sparrow Pilates Education teacher training program has been designed for flexible scheduling, and is modular, so you can do the full program, or take only the courses you’re interested in.

INTENSIVE PILATES EDUCATION COURSES

If you’re just starting your training journey, begin here.

+  Intensive Matwork (IMP)

This course is intended for those already working in the fields of fitness or movement, as well as those who are unable to devote the time required in our Comprehensive Program due to work and/or scheduling issues. Conducted over 2 weeks or 3 weekends. Building on your industry knowledge it teaches you to design and lead the Level 1 Essential and Intermediate STOTT PILATES Matwork repertoire, for personal or group training settings for a range of clients. You will leave with a solid foundation and required skills to develop effective and motivating Pilates Matwork programs.

Scholarship available for BIPOC students. Click to read details.

Course

IMP

Material Fees

$175+Tax

Earlybird

$1215

Latebird

$1515

Enroll for both Intensive Mat-Plus & Intensive Reformer and receive a Bundle discount $2635.


All course registrations require a 20% non-refundable deposit. You must withdraw from any course 1-month prior to the start date of a course to receive a partial refund minus the 20% non-refundable deposit. Any registration cancellations made within one-month of the course date will be charged for the full price of the course.
Tuition fees are non-transferable.


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+  Intensive Reformer (IR)

Building on your knowledge, this course teaches you to design and lead the Level 1 Essential and Intermediate STOTT PILATES Reformer repertoire for personal or group training settings for a range of clients. You will leave with a solid foundation and required skills to develop effective and motivating Pilates Reformer programs. 139 exercises on the Reformer. (IR may be taken prior to IMP).

Course

IR

Material Fees

$175+Tax

Earlybird

$1740

Latebird

$1940

Enroll for both Intensive Mat-Plus & Intensive Reformer and receive a Bundle discount $2635.

All course registrations require a 20% non-refundable deposit. You must withdraw from any course 1-month prior to the start date of a course to receive a partial refund minus the 20% non-refundable deposit. Any registration cancellations made within one-month of the course date will be charged for the full price of the course.
Tuition fees are non-transferable.

+  Intensive Cadillac (ICAD)

Students registering for this course must have completed Intensive Mat Plus or Intensive Reformer. Building on the material learned in IMP or IR you learn to design and lead the Level 1 Essential and Intermediate STOTT PILATES Cadillac repertoire for personal or group training settings for a range of clients. 125 exercises on the Cadillac Trapeze Table.

Course

ICAD

Material Fees

$175+Tax

Earlybird

$945

Latebird

$1045

All course registrations require a 20% non-refundable deposit. You must withdraw from any course 1-month prior to the start date of a course to receive a partial refund minus the 20% non-refundable deposit. Any registration cancellations made within one-month of the course date will be charged for the full price of the course.
Tuition fees are non-transferable.

+  Intensive Stability Chair (ICHR)

Learn to design and lead the Level 1 Essential and Intermediate STOTT PILATES Stability Chair repertoire for personal or group training settings for a range of clients.

Course

ICHR

Material Fees

$175+Tax

Earlybird

$575

Latebird

$625

All course registrations require a 20% non-refundable deposit. You must withdraw from any course 1-month prior to the start date of a course to receive a partial refund minus the 20% non-refundable deposit. Any registration cancellations made within one-month of the course date will be charged for the full price of the course.
Tuition fees are non-transferable.

+  Intensive Barrel (IBRL)

Learn to design and lead the Level 1 Essential and Intermediate STOTT PILATES Ladder Barrel, Spine Corrector and Arc Barrel repertoire for personal or group training settings for a range of clients.

Course

IBRL

Material Fees

$175+Tax

Earlybird

$395

Latebird

$445

All course registrations require a 20% non-refundable deposit. You must withdraw from any course 1-month prior to the start date of a course to receive a partial refund minus the 20% non-refundable deposit. Any registration cancellations made within one-month of the course date will be charged for the full price of the course.
Tuition fees are non-transferable.

ADVANCED PILATES EDUCATION COURSES

Our program for you if you have already completed the intensive course(s) and are looking to advance your pilates teacher- training.

+  Advanced Matwork (AM)

This 6 hour course progresses the Matwork to more advanced material, providing further options and challenges on the mat for highly conditioned clients. Exercises require strength, balance and coordination.

Course

AM

Material Fees

$175+Tax

Earlybird

$235

Latebird

$285

All course registrations require a 20% non-refundable deposit. You must withdraw from any course 1-month prior to the start date of a course to receive a partial refund minus the 20% non-refundable deposit. Any registration cancellations made within one-month of the course date will be charged for the full price of the course.
Tuition fees are non-transferable.

+  Advanced Reformer (AR)

Learn to use the various Reformer components and accessories to intensify reformer repertoire and provide a stimulating workout for athletes, dancers, and highly conditioned clients. This 18 hour Advanced course teaches exercises in the repertoire that require greater strength, stability and flexibility.

Course

AR

Material Fees

$175+Tax

Earlybird

$710

Latebird

$760

All course registrations require a 20% non-refundable deposit. You must withdraw from any course 1-month prior to the start date of a course to receive a partial refund minus the 20% non-refundable deposit. Any registration cancellations made within one-month of the course date will be charged for the full price of the course.
Tuition fees are non-transferable.

+  Advanced Cadillac (ACAD)

This 6 hour course held over one-day, prepares you to teach 28 Advanced level exercises plus modifications using the Cadillac for the highly conditioned client.

Course

ACAD

Material Fees

$175+Tax

Earlybird

$235

Latebird

$285

All course registrations require a 20% non-refundable deposit. You must withdraw from any course 1-month prior to the start date of a course to receive a partial refund minus the 20% non-refundable deposit. Any registration cancellations made within one-month of the course date will be charged for the full price of the course.
Tuition fees are non-transferable.

+  Advanced Stability Chair (ACHR)

This 3 hour course held over one-day, provides you with 14 Advanced Stability Chair™ exercises plus modifications, for the highly conditioned client.

Course

ACHR

Material Fees

$175+Tax

Earlybird

$185

Latebird

$225

All course registrations require a 20% non-refundable deposit. You must withdraw from any course 1-month prior to the start date of a course to receive a partial refund minus the 20% non-refundable deposit. Any registration cancellations made within one-month of the course date will be charged for the full price of the course.
Tuition fees are non-transferable.

+  Advanced Barrel (ABRL)

This 3 hour course held over one-day, equips you with 14 Advanced level exercises plus modifications using the Ladder Barrel, Spine Corrector and Arc Barrel for the highly conditioned client.

Course

ABRL

Material Fees

$175+Tax

Earlybird

$185

Latebird

$225

All course registrations require a 20% non-refundable deposit. You must withdraw from any course 1-month prior to the start date of a course to receive a partial refund minus the 20% non-refundable deposit. Any registration cancellations made within one-month of the course date will be charged for the full price of the course.
Tuition fees are non-transferable.

CONTINUING EDUCATION

We believe you should never stop learning. Whether you’ve been teaching for decades or a year, deepen your knowledge and grow your passion. 

+  Fascial Movement Training

Fascial Movement Training explores the latest research findings on the neuromyofascial skeletal system. This training offers a thorough understanding of what fascia is, what it does, how it moves and how to work with it across a range of varying modalities. The importance of this multi-faceted network is only starting to be understood..

+  Total Barre

The 7 hour, one-day Total Barre Foundation Course provides the groundwork for Instructors to produce safe, effective and varied barre programs that address the needs and goals of every client. Participants are introduced to the Total Barre Principles – six movement awareness fundamentals that provide the structure and biomechanical basis for each exercise. Approved for STOTT PILATES and PMA cec’s

+  Continuing Education Workshops

We’re curating workshops specifically to help you teach clients with small props during Covid-19 shelter-in-place.

Exams

Due to Covid-19 closures, we currently are only offering Mat exams online.
Online Level 1 or 1 & 2 Matwork exams are $300.

To schedule an exam, please email us for details education@bluesparrowpilates.com.

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— JENN, BERLIN
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ONLINE    Bodyweight conditioning Workshop    October 9 / FRI 12:30-2:30pm 

ONLINE    
Mini Foam Roller Flow Workshop    October 30 / FRI 12:30-2:30pm  

ONLINE    Advanced Mat COURSE    November 13 & 14    6-hrs / 2 Days

ONLINE    Rotational Disk Workshop    November 20 / FRI 12:30-2:30pm

ONLINE    Matwork Flow with Ankle Tubing    November 20 / FRI 2:45-4:45pm

ONLINE    Sliding Mobility Disks for Dynamic Stabilization    December 4 / FRI 12:30-2:30pm    

ONLINE    Essential Matwork with FascIal Focus Workshop    December 11 / FRI 12:30-2:30pm

2022
All times listed are Pacific TIME.

+  ONLINE Mini foam roller flow

nov 12, 10:00am-12:00PM - sold out

Equipment Note: Regular length foam roller will work for the majority of the exercises.

Dynamic exercises can help develop more physical control. Flowing sequences require more endurance from the working muscles and fluid conditioning helps develop deeper connections throughout the body. In this workshop created by the programming team at Merrithew™, learn flowing exercise sequences using a softer and shorter Foam Roller that will aid in hydrating and mobilizing fascia while increasing joint range of motion and mental focus. Transitions between movements require strength and stability as well as coordination and concentration, fostering a sense of heightened awareness and self-perception.

Specialty tracks: Dance, Group Matwork, Interdisciplinary

Learning objectives:
Explore flowing sequences using a Foam Roller™ Soft Density
Understand how flowing exercises can positively affect strength, mobility and focus
Discuss how fascia can be targeted with rolling and hydrating movements
Discover how concentration can increase overall body awareness 

DURATION: 2 hours instruction

CECS: 0.2 STOTT PILATES®; ACE; Can-Fit-Pro

PMA credits available 

Instructor Trainer: Holly Furgason

Pricing
$110 “Early Bird” is more than 3-weeks in advance, with early registration pricing is discounted.
$125 “Late Bird” is less than 3-weeks advance.

This will be conducted online via Zoom.
All times indicated are Pacific Time (PST).


+  ONLINE Sliding Mobility Disks for Dynamic Stabilization

dec 3, 10:00am-12:00PM - Sold out

Mobilizing the joints, from the spine to the appendages, is necessary to maintain a supple resilient body. However, flexibility and range of motion alone are not enough. In order to have a fully functional physique, creating stability in all movements is equally as important. Created by the programming team at Merrithew, this workout incorporates the simple Sliding Mobility Disks in Matwork-based sequences that move and challenge the musculature of the whole body. The three-dimensional patterns include floor work for the arms, legs and core, and progress to a standing series that targets upright balance and control. Find exercise options for all levels of clients with this all-in-one workout.

Specialty tracks: Golf Conditioning, Group Matwork, Interdisciplinary

Learning objectives:
Learn a workout that exclusively employs the Sliding Mobility Disks
Discover exercise variations that up-level or down-level the intensity of the workout
Learn exercises that target the upper and lower body as well as the core
Review teaching skills to get the best performance from your clients

DURATION: 2 hours instruction

CECS: 0.2 STOTT PILATES®; ACE; Can-Fit-Pro

PMA credits available 

Instructor Trainer: Holly Furgason

Pricing
$110 “Early Bird” is more than 3-weeks in advance, with early registration pricing is discounted.
$125 “Late Bird” is less than 3-weeks advance.

This will be conducted online via Zoom.
All times indicated are Pacific Time (PST).


+  ONLINE bodyweight conditioning

dec 10, 10:00am-12:00PM - Sold Out

Can using only bodyweight can create an effective workout for any level client? Absolutely! Explore a workout that takes you through a series of standing exercises designed to strengthen and tone from the ground up. No additional props or external resistance are needed in this creative full-body training session that targets muscular strength and endurance, balance and control. Exercise variations are included to increase or decrease challenge and intensity as well as discussions of cueing and motivating techniques.

Specialty tracks: Athletic Conditioning, Group Matwork

Learning objectives:
Explore how standing exercises can challenge the whole body
Apply the Five Basic Principles of STOTT PILATES® to a workout using body weight
Discuss exercise variations to increase or decrease intensity
Discover cueing and motivational techniques for every participant

DURATION: 2 hours instruction

CECS: 0.2 STOTT PILATES®; ACE; Can-Fit-Pro

PMA credits available 

Instructor Trainer: Holly Furgason

Pricing
$110 “Early Bird” is more than 3-weeks in advance, with early registration pricing is discounted.
$125 “Late Bird” is less than 3-weeks advance.

This will be conducted online via Zoom.
All times indicated are Pacific Time (PST).


+  ONLINE Athletic Conditioning on the Reformer, L1

dec 15, 12:00pm-2:00PM

Brighten up your workout and feel energized with the Mini Stability Ball! This Pilates workout incorporates the 7.5" Mini Stability Ball to create total-body strengthening and conditioning. Exercises work on improving posture with a major focus on core stability and back mobility while also lengthening and strengthening the surrounding muscles. Keeping the elements of the STOTT PILATES Five Basic Principles in mind, learn how to add variety and fun to traditional Matwork routines.

Specialty Track: Group Matwork 

Learning Objectives: Apply STOTT PILATES® Five Basic Principles to exercises using the Mini Stability Ball.Challenge balance, stability and control on the mat.Create variety and challenge while focusing on alignment and movement quality.Learn cues and corrections for safety and effectiveness.

Equipment used in the workshop
Pilates Mat
Mini Stability Ball

DURATION: 2 hours instruction

CECS: 0.2 STOTT PILATES®; ACE; Can-Fit-Pro

PMA credits available 

Instructor Trainer: Melissa Kennedy

Pricing
$110 “Early Bird” is more than 2-weeks in advance, with early registration pricing is discounted.
$125 “Late Bird” is less than 2-weeks advance.

This will be conducted online via Zoom.
All times indicated are Pacific Time (PST).


+  ONLINE Mini Stability Ball WOrkout

dec 22, 12:00pm-2:00PM

Brighten up your workout and feel energized with the Mini Stability Ball! This Pilates workout incorporates the 7.5" Mini Stability Ball to create total-body strengthening and conditioning. Exercises work on improving posture with a major focus on core stability and back mobility while also lengthening and strengthening the surrounding muscles. Keeping the elements of the STOTT PILATES Five Basic Principles in mind, learn how to add variety and fun to traditional Matwork routines.

Specialty Track: Group Matwork 

Learning Objectives: Apply STOTT PILATES® Five Basic Principles to exercises using the Mini Stability Ball.Challenge balance, stability and control on the mat.Create variety and challenge while focusing on alignment and movement quality.Learn cues and corrections for safety and effectiveness.

Equipment used in the workshop
Pilates Mat
Mini Stability Ball

DURATION: 2 hours instruction

CECS: 0.2 STOTT PILATES®; ACE; Can-Fit-Pro

PMA credits available 

Instructor Trainer: Melissa Kennedy

Pricing
$110 “Early Bird” is more than 2-weeks in advance, with early registration pricing is discounted.
$125 “Late Bird” is less than 2-weeks advance.

This will be conducted online via Zoom.
All times indicated are Pacific Time (PST).