PROGRAM
Ready for your next act?
Pilates for Performers (PFP) is a comprehensive Pilates certification program based on the traditional teachings of Joseph Pilates, passed down through Romana Kryzanowska, Bob Liekens, and Patrick Strong. Our mission is to make classical Pilates accessible to the performing arts community, help preserve the integrity of Joseph Pilates’ original method and to pass it along to future generations.
Our ideal participants are professional dancers and performers who are committed to learning, who are passionate about working with people and who are thoughtful and deeply empathetic humans. We are looking for participants who believe that movement can be life changing for people of any age.
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“The biggest blessing of the program has been learning how to keep my body safe and properly aligned so that I can prevent injuries and work through injuries that I currently have.”
– Megan Holeman
Prerequisites
Be a current or former professional performing artist in musical theater, or concert dance.
Be a member in good standing with Actors’ Equity, AGMA or demonstrate sufficient employment in the performing arts.
Have experience teaching Pilates, dance, yoga, or other types of movement classes.
Eligibility
15 Private Pilates Sessions
Completion of at least 15 private sessions is required for admittance into the program. Each accepted applicant will be evaluated to create a personalized program that will enhance their independent practice. If necessary, eligible prospective students may contact PFP for assistance completing these 15 sessions.
Time Requirements
The workshops will be based on a 6-month timeline. Please note that individuals may require 6 months to one year to complete their hours. Our goal is to make this program work for YOU! We will help create individualized schedules to meet your needs.
PFP’s comprehensive Pilates certification program requires a 450-hour commitment. These hours will include:
Workshops
Observation
Practice Teaching
Independent Practice
Apprentice group lessons
Apprentice meetings
Workshops will be held on Fridays and Sundays. Concessions will be made for scheduling conflicts.
Financial Commitment
$8,000 $4,000
Payment plans are available. Eligible participants can access resources and funding through Career Transitions for Dancers.
Our mission is to make this program accessible to professional performing artists. If you require financial assistance to acquire prerequisite hours or for PFP tuition, please contact us for further information.
What You Will Receive
Instructional Workshops
Print manual
Digital manual
Access to The Pilates Room NYC and 6 Degrees Pilates
Weekly apprentice workouts and meetings
Individual support and guidance from master teachers
