YMCA Level 3 Certificate in Instructing Studio Reformer: 11th December Groups Face to Face Derbyshire

YMCA Level 3 Certificate in Instructing Studio Reformer: Groups

Start Date: Thursday 11th December
Format: Face-to-Face in Derbyshire (NG16 4HA) + blended online support
Time: 9:30 am – 3:30 pm

Course Overview

We are proud to launch the new YMCA Level 3 Certificate in Instructing Studio Reformer: Groups, developed by YMCA Awards to meet the growing demand for qualified reformer instructors in a group setting.

Who Is This Course For?

This qualification is designed for instructors who:

• Already hold the Level 3 Pilates Matwork Diploma.
• Do not yet hold Level 3 Pilates Mat: we offer a package combining the Active IQ Level 3 Pilates Mat Diploma with the YMCA Level 3 Reformer Certificate. Learners will complete Matwork first.

What You Will Learn

• By completing this course, you will be able to plan, deliver, and evaluate safe and effective group reformer sessions. The course covers:
• Applied anatomy and physiology for Pilates and yoga professionals.
• Practical skills to deliver group reformer classes with confidence.
• Techniques for cueing, progression, and modification.
• Exercise analysis and programming specific to the reformer.

Assessment Requirements

To complete the qualification, you will:

• Teach a class with a minimum of 6 participants on reformers.
  • Option 1: Attend an assessment day in our Derbyshire studio.
  • Option 2: Submit a filmed session at your own location.
  • Complete:
    • Anatomy & physiology Q&A (specific to Pilates and yoga professionals).
    • Presentation and exercise analysis worksheet.
    • Personal practice and recorded session submission.
    • Observed teaching assessment.
    • Professional discussion.

Course Delivery

• 1 day face-to-face in Derbyshire.
• One-to-one online tutorials via Zoom with Kelly and Rachel.
• Full tutor support, course materials, and assessment guidance included.

Key Information

• Limited to 5 spaces per intake.
• Location: Derbyshire, NG16 4HA.

• • For queries or to book, contact Rachel Holmes on WhatsApp: 07976 268672.