(Register on-line) This in-depth program provides both an academic and practical depth of knowledge. Rigorous training on the full range of Pilates apparatus is followed by an extensive apprenticeship program. The course is taught in a modular format that allows each student to repeat or make up any of the 12 modules, or elements of the program at any BASI host location around the world.

The Comprehensive Program includes:

• Academic Study – twelve modules including lectures, presentation of papers and case histories
  
  
• Personal Study - required after each module. Most Host locations organize tutorials, which are informal study sessions with the course instructor or assistant instructor to review and discuss material
  
  
• Practical Work - including sessions on the apparatus, Mat Work classes and workshops. As much practical experience as possible is encouraged. (Sessions and Mat Work classes are highly recommended and are offered at a student rate at most of the Host locations and Affiliate studios. In addition most Host locations offer “open studio time” whereby students can practice on their own or in groups)
  
  
• Observation - Up to 100** hours at the Host location or an Affiliate studio
  
  
• Apprentice Teaching - up to 200** hours at the Host location or an Affiliate studio.

The course generally takes place over a 3-6 month period of comprehensive study and encompasses approximately 500 hours of study. However, the process of becoming a skilled teacher is highly individual. We encourage each individual to work at his or her own pace and to integrate the work and knowledge into their own body. We pride ourselves on the personal relationship we establish with each student. Since our goal is to help shape and develop excellence in all our graduates, students will be allowed to repeat any element of the examination process to achieve the required BASI standard.

**These are the recommended number of hours but may be adjusted based upon the past experience of the student.

Prerequisites:

• Familiarity with the teachings of Joseph Pilates
  It is highly recommended to have familiarity and experience in Pilates, both Mat Work and on the apparatus, before embarking on this course of study
  
  
• Study in basic anatomy and physiology
  Although it is recommended that this be a college level course, it is also acceptable if it is part of another area of study such as a massage therapy, physical therapy or some other similar program
  
  
• Experience in a related form of physical activity
  Over the years it has become apparent that experience in other physical activities is extremely beneficial. This allows the student to relate and compare the work to past movement experience
  
  
• Teaching experience is recommended
  Teaching is a learned skill, an art and a natural talent. Any past teaching experience, even in an unrelated area will contribute to the process of becoming a teacher of the Pilates method.

Tuition & Fees

The BASI Comprehensive Teacher Training Course is $3,600 if paid in full and $3,950 if paid in installments (see below).

Registration Fee

There is a $350 reservation fee, which includes a $50 processing fee and is to be submitted with the application form. If accepted into the program, $300 of this fee is applied to the course tuition. If the applicant is not accepted into the program, $300 will be refunded. In the case of the applicant withdrawing his or her reservation once the application is received and approved, there will be no refunds given.

Please Note:

• Payments can be made by check, cash, money order or credit card. Please make checks and money orders out to Body Arts and Science International
  
  
• No refunds are given after completion of Module 2
  
  
• Fees may vary in different countries due to exchange rates and local economies.