The Complete Training Pathway

Would you like to-
  • combine your passion for riding with a professional qualification in teaching matwork Pilates?
  • learn about rider anatomy and asymmetry- postural habits and how to improve them?
  • stand out in your area because you provide specialist coaching for equestrians?
  • learn effective new ways of solving common riding problems which will enable your clients to achieve new levels of performance with their horse?
  • be part of a team with an established brand in the UK and international equestrian industry?

This unique training programme over eleven months offers you two qualifications in one course; all you need to begin your journey into the amazing field of improving rider performance and intrinsic biomechanics. 

This qualification is the complete Active IQ Level 3 Diploma in Instructing Pilates plus Equipilates Biomechanics Trainer™

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Start your journey
Over nine two-day modules, you will complete your Active IQ Level 3 Diploma in Instructing Pilates Matwork.  Not only does this course meet (it actually goes well beyond) the national standards in Pilates teaching, it is also the only training course in the UK which also focusses specifically on the requirements of horse riders.

After completion of the Pilates course and exams, is the Equipilates Biomechanics Trainer™ course which has been developed to meet the high demand around the UK and beyond from riders and health/exercise professionals to improve their own and their clients' performance using the Equipilates™ specific approach, introduced in the book 'Pilates for Riders' and developed in 'Core Connection for Rider & Horse'.  
​The course is structured to improve your skills in postural analysis, sport specific application of Pilates principles and biomechanical diagnostic techniques for the huge number of riders wishing to improve their form and function both in and out of the saddle.
This course is a must for anyone looking to teach professionally with a real understanding of the rider's needs, how to assess rider position, influence and effectiveness with practical, straightforward tools for improving their client's performance, poise and partnership with their horse.
Contact [email protected] for full course information, payment options and application forms
PLEASE NOTE- THE NEXT INTAKE FOR THE COMPLETE TRAINING PATHWAY IS JUNE 2022
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Benefits of joining the Equipilates™ Teaching Team

As well as meaning you can offer something extra to your clients, stand out in your area and increase your earning potential, joining the Equipilates™ Teaching Team will mean you will improve your own riding and give you access to a nationwide and international team of colleagues to help you build your business. 

Here at Equipilates™ we are committed to continuous development to ensure our team stay at the forefront of Industry developments. As such our teaching team commit to annual CPD to stay up to date with their Equipilates™ licence. 

Check the dates of our next Teacher Training Courses or contact Lindsay to discuss your individual situation. 
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What will you benefit from?
Upon successful completion of your Equipilates™ qualification, you will benefit from: 

  • Use of the Equipilates™ branding
  • Listing on the Equipilates™ website
  • Complete course manuals
  • Access to the Equipilates™ online portal where you can download worksheets to print off or email to your clients
  • Access to the Teaching Team forum where you can network with other members of the Equipilates™ Teaching Team with complementary skill sets
  • Equipilates™ branded T shirt
  • 12 months mentoring via email, phone or Zoom from Lindsay Wilcox-Reid
  • Access to further training on annual focus days and advanced modules
  • Course specific Facebook study group access so you can contact the colleagues you studied with, learn and share 

Annual license
The Equipilates™ licence runs from January to December each year, regardless of the date upon which you qualified. 

Those who wish to maintain their licensed status, will have to attend one CPD day workshop or a level 2 course per year*. See Advanced Teacher Training for course details.   
 
Teachers with the AEBT certification may undertake their CPD externally but will have to submit proof of their CPD and pay a license administration fee of £20 to remain on the website.  

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