KINESIOLOGY/MAT PILATES INSTRUCTOR

Certificate of Achievement Kinesiology Theory · Rio Hondo College · 2026-2027 Catalog

Description

The Mat Pilates Instructor Certificate of Achievement is designed to prepare students for employment as a professional to instruct both groups and individuals in Pilates mat exercises. It is possible to complete this certificate in one calendar year. The curriculum has been designed to equip the student with the background, both theoretical and practical, to pursue a job promoting core training, injury prevention, alignment, and proper mechanics of movement for each exercise.

Courses in Pilates mat instruction, anatomy, training special populations, and Pilates activity classes will prepare the student for responsibilities in the field. The program will also expose students to other areas such as fitness, health promotion, coaching, pre-allied health, and medical fields as Pilates is often used in physical therapy rehabilitation, injury prevention, and enhancing the performance of athletes.

To acquire the Certificate of Achievement in Mat Pilates Instructor, it is necessary to complete the following courses:

CourseTitleUnits
Required Courses14
KIN 131Functional Anatomy of Movement3
KIN 145Theory and Analysis of Fitness Instruction2
KIN 146Training Principles for Special Populations2
KIN 136Pilates Mat Teaching: Foundations3
KINA 136Pilates Mat I1
KINA 236Pilates Mat II1
KIN 115Fitness Specialist Internship2
Total14

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