Advanced Movement Principles:
Lower Body & Upper Body coming in 2025!
Lower Body - April in Santa Cruz, CA
Upper Body - Oct 2th - 26th in Santa Cruz, register here
Taught by: Nora St. John
with Ky Russell and Sarah Artha Negara
Introducing the Balanced Body Advanced Movement Practitioner Certification Program.
We are thrilled to announce the launch of the Balanced Body Advanced Movement Practitioner Program with the first module in the series, Advanced Movement Principles: the Low Back.
This program is designed for experienced Pilates instructors who are eager to explore the healing potential of Pilates on a deeper level.
Participating in this comprehensive advanced program will equip you with the skills and understanding needed to assist clients with imbalances or injuries, providing them with lasting improvements and transformative benefits.
Enroll in AMP to...
1
Develop strong critical reasoning skills to work with healthy and injured clients safely and effectively.
2
Expand your ability to observe, analyze, and suggest exercises to improve essential movement skills.
3
Deepen your understanding of the body in motion in both functional and pathological situations.
4
Learn how to collaborate with medical and allied health professionals successfully.
5
Expand your heart, broaden your mind, & increase your ability to work compassionately with all clients.
About the Teachers:
Nora St. John, LAC
Founder: Balanced Body Education
Education Content Creator for Balanced Body
Teaching Pilates since 1988, Nora creates teacher training courses in Pilates, Anatomy in Three Dimensions and other modalities for Balanced Body Education.
She holds degrees in Biology, Dance and Traditional Chinese Medicine and is the author of 16 teacher training manuals and several magazine articles.
Nora has studied Dance, Chinese Medicine, manual therapy, The Franklin Method, Anatomy in Clay and personal training to enhance her understanding of the body in motion.
She is currently focused on creating educational experiences that are innovative, enlightening and effective.
Ky Russell, MA
Director: Pilates Education Collective
Balanced Body Educator
Ky is a Balanced Body Educator, specializing in Pilates and Anatomy in 3D teacher training programs. She is the Director of the Pilates Education Collective and the founder of the Pilates for Stress Relief Specialist Program, an Advanced Pilates teacher training program.
She has been teaching Pilates since 2002, including years practicing Pilates based rehabilitation at St Francis Hospital's Center for Sports Medicine.
In addition to completing numerous Pilates and healing movement certification programs, Ky holds a Master's degree in Kinesiology and was a former faculty member at San Jose State University.
She is thrilled to be bringing AMP to Santa Cruz, and is excited to assist the next generation of Pilates instructors create rewarding, successful careers.
Sarah Artha Negara, MA
Professor: College of San Mateo Pilates Training Program
Balanced Body Educator
She holds certifications as a Balanced Body® Pilates Educator, Nationally Certified Pilates Teacher, ACE® Certified Personal Trainer, NASM Performance Enhancement Specialist, YogaFit® Instructor, and is a "Second-Generation Pilates Instructor" under Lolita San Miguel.
She enjoys working with diverse populations, athletes, and individuals with special conditions and is committed to fostering positive and supportive communities. As a business owner, she provides ongoing support and mentorship for graduates, ensuring they are well-prepared to embark on successful careers and positively impact their clients' lives.
About the Advanced Movement Practitioner Program
Advanced Movement Practitioner Program
The certification program consists of five distinct courses, each focusing on different parts of the body. These modules are designed to be flexible; you can take each one as a stand-alone course and in any order that suits your needs. However, to achieve the Advanced Movement Practitioner certification with Balanced Body, you must successfully complete all five modules.
Before participating in any Live Course, you are required to complete the corresponding Video Course first. While the Video Course is a prerequisite for the Live Course, it can also be taken independently if you prefer. Once registered for a course, you will gain access to the Video Course, which provides a thorough foundation and prepares you for the immersive, hands-on experience of the Live Course.
Course 1:
Intro to Movement Principles and Client Assessment
Registration: online course link coming soon
Video Course: 5.75 hours of streaming video – this is an online only course
- Introduction and Client Assessment (1.25 hours)
- Moving Fascia (2.25 hours)
- Working with Pain (2.25 hours)
Course 2:
The Low Back
Registration: online course link coming soon
Video Course: 5.75 hours of streaming video – this is an online only course
- Introduction and Client Assessment (1.25 hours)
- Moving Fascia (2.25 hours)
- Working with Pain (2.25 hours)
Course 3:
The Lower Body
Video Course: 8 hours of video (required prior to live course)
Live Course: 18 hours of live instruction in the studio
Dates: TBD 2025
Course 4:
The Upper Body
Video Course: 8 hours of video (required prior to live course)
Live Course: 18 hours of live instruction in the studio
Registration & Dates: coming soon
Course 5:
Special Considerations
Video Course: this will be an online only course
Registration: online only course link coming soon
Mentoring Program:
Details coming soon
Ky will offer a formal mentorship program for students desiring oversight and guidance through the Advanced Movement Practitioner Program.
Registration Details will be coming soon.
