DE+I Scholarships
Dedicated to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion within the Pilates Teacher Training industry. I want to support aspiring instructors from underrepresented backgrounds by providing my Mat Training Program to help them pursue their passion for Pilates. Through these scholarships, I strive to create a more inclusive environment that reflects the diverse world we live in, empowering individuals to share their unique voices and experiences in their communities.
Scholarship Details
Each scholarship includes:
-Size Diverse Pilates Courses in Wix
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Manual Content, Pictures, Video Links, Workshop Videos, and extra videos.
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Recommendations on virtual observations.
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Everything you need and more in course format for those who need an outline and organization.
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Anatomy & Movement Course is included with the Mat program.
-All Levels Mat Pilates Full Color Manual
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Setup, Reps, Breath, Movements written out
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Principles & Fundamentals
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Foundation / Related Exercises
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Ways to Improve Movement, Prop use, Class Designs (mat manual), Critical Thinking & More.
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Pictures, Video QR codes, and More.
[physical manual available in US only; international will be able to download from the Wix Course]
Requirements
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Some level of Pilates experience.
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Applicant must be able to do one of the following:
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Attend the LIVE training Workshops in person in North Liberty, IA
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Attend the LIVE training Workshops virtually
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Watch the Workshop REPLAY before the next Workshop
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Please note that the best way to learn is live. I understand that this isn't always feasible for different reasons, so I am providing a replay option.
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Applicant must complete an Anatomy Course.
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Anatomy & Movement virtual course included with program.
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Applicant will be responsible for the following costs:
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Purchase of my All Levels Pilates Mat Manual (~$65) or utilizing the online course program (in Wix).
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I cannot ship outside the US.
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Assessment Fees
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Materials for the Anatomy & Movement Course
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Travel, Lodging, and Food expenses [if traveling to the workshops]
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Costs associated with the Self-Guided Hours below*
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*Self Guided Hours [Costs Not Included]
Observation: 35 Hours
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10 Observations must be done in studio [minimum]
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A pre-approved list of virtual observations will be provided with a code for 15-30 days free.
Private Sessions: 10 Hours
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1:1 with any classical teacher; virtual or in studio.
Mat Classes: 30 Hours
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10 classes must be done in studio
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A playlist with classes will be provided and can fulfill ALL class hours needed.
Exploring Concepts: 10 Hours
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You'll learn how to explore concepts on your own during the workshops. There should be no cost to practice.
Practice Teaching: 60 hours
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There is typically no cost unless you need to rent studio space or buy props.
Training takes place in North Liberty, Iowa (close to Iowa City)
- About 4.5 hours from Minneapolis, MN
- About 3.5 hours from Chicago, IL
- About 4.25 hours from St. Louis, MO
- About 4 hours from Omaha, NE
Application Process
Fill out the application & wait patiently for a response. I try to announce the scholarships ~2 months before the next Training starts.