Advanced Movement Principles
For the Experienced Pilates Professional Working with Clients with Imbalances and Injuries
Transform how you see, understand, and improve movement patterns. Featuring recorded and live courses, Advanced Movement Principles will level up your skills and establish you as a recognized Balanced Body Advanced Movement Practitioner.
What you'll gain
Advanced Movement Principles is designed to help you:
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Develop strong critical reasoning skills to work with healthy and injured clients safely and effectively
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Deepen your understanding of the body in motion in both functional and pathological situations
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Expand your ability to observe, analyze, and select exercises to improve your client's essential movement skills
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Learn to collaborate successfully with medical and allied health professionals
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Expand your heart, broaden your mind, and increase your ability to work compassionately and effectively with all clients
Program Structure
The program consists of 5 comprehensive segments:
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Video lessons (prerequisite for live courses)
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In-person workshops with hands-on practice
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Mentor sessions
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Homework assignments
Live courses include lecture review, practical application, assessment, program design and progressions, plus deepening your understanding of how to interpret and apply what you're seeing in the body. We'll help you develop the critical reasoning skills essential for working with special populations.
Why Invest in This Program?
Program Structure
The program consists of 5 comprehensive courses, which incorporate:
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Video lessons (prerequisite for live courses)
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In-person workshops with hands-on practice
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Mentor sessions
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Homework assignments
Live courses include lecture review, practical application, assessment, program design and progressions, plus deepening your understanding of how to interpret and apply what you're seeing in the body. We'll help you develop the critical reasoning skills essential for working with special populations.
Gain a sophisticated understanding of the body in motion in both functional and pathological situations.
Develop critical reasoning skills to work with healthy and injured clients safely and effectively.
Expand your ability to create meaningful, sustainable results for every client.
Gain recognition as a Balanced Body Advanced Movement Practitioner and highly skilled Pilates teacher.
Develop skills to work compassionately and effectively with clients of all abilities, opening new opportunities for your career.
Balanced Body AMP: Path to Certification
Take courses in any order that suits your needs. To earn Advanced Movement Practitioner certification, you must successfully complete all five modules.
Important: Before participating in any Live Course, you must complete the corresponding Video Course first. Video courses can also be taken independently.
Intro to Movement Principles and Client Assessment
Format: Video Course Only
Duration: 5.75 hours of streaming video
Status: Registration link coming soon
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:
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Introduction and Client Assessment (1.25 hours)
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Moving Fascia (2.25 hours)
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Working with Pain (2.25 hours)
Essential background on client history, fascia, and pain science to build your foundation for the entire program.
(INCLUDED WITH FIRST MODULE REGISTRATION)
The Low Back
Format: Video Course + Live In-Studio Workshop
Video Duration: 8 hours (required prerequisite)
Live Duration: 18 hours (2.5 days)
August 28-30, 2026
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:
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Assessment and programming for low back pain
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Hands-on application in the studio
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Exercise selection and modification strategies
Special Considerations
Format: Video Course Only
TBD
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:
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Neurological and autoimmune conditions
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Working with Parkinson's, MS, and stroke
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Hypermobility and other special considerations
(INCLUDED WITH FINAL MODULE REGISTRATION)
Your Journey to Certification
Flexible Pacing: Most instructors complete all five courses over 18 months to 2 years while accumulating
Continuing Education Credits (CECs).
Any Order: Courses can be taken in any order, as each course focuses on a different part of the anatomy.
CEC Credits: Each course taken counts toward your continuing education credits.
Weekly Office Hours with Nora
Join weekly office hours for ongoing support, questions, and guidance throughout your learning journey.
Interested in obtaining Pilates Certification first?
Should you have any concerns about whether this course aligns with your current skill level or certifications, we encourage you to reach out us directly. We're here to ensure the course is a good fit for your educational and professional development goals.
Prerequisites & Requirements
Attendees should have comprehensive Pilates Instructor training with advanced understanding of Pilates equipment (including Reformer, Cadillac or Tower, Barrels, Chair, and Mat). The course quickly advances into specialized topics, so prior knowledge is essential for keeping pace and fully comprehending the teachings.
To be successful in learning and applying the components of this course, you'll need a solid understanding of human anatomy and the movements of the body, including joints, muscles, and biomechanics. This knowledge supports accurate cueing, safe practice, and the ability to integrate concepts as the course progresses.
Prior to participating in any Live Course, you must complete the designated Video Course. This ensures you have the foundational knowledge required for the in-depth, live instruction, establishes shared terminology, and allows class time to focus on application, refinement, and deeper exploration of advanced concepts.
Why Register Early?
Secure Your Spot & Set Yourself Up for Success
Limited Spaces Available
AMP courses are taught by a select group of Master Instructors, and spaces are limited to ensure a high-quality, hands-on learning experience.
Time to Prepare
Early registration gives you the time needed to complete the video coursework before the in-studio portion begins. These videos are detailed, in-depth, and essential for getting the most out of the live training—they're not something to rush through at the last minute.
Maximize Your Investment
By registering early, you set yourself up for success and make the most of your investment in advanced training.
FAQs
As a Pilates instructor, your clients trust you to help them move better, reduce pain, and prevent injury. The AMP program gives you advanced skills in movement assessment, corrective exercise programming, and injury prevention—helping you stand out in a competitive industry. Whether you want to work more confidently with injured clients, deepen your movement expertise, or expand your career opportunities, AMP provides the tools to elevate your teaching and results.
Absolutely. By developing expertise in working with injured clients and special populations, you'll be able to serve clients who need specialized care—a growing market segment. Your enhanced skills in movement assessment and corrective programming will build trust and create better outcomes, leading to stronger client retention and referrals.
No, you can take the courses in any order, as each course focuses on a different part of the anatomy. However, we recommend starting with Course 1 (Intro to Movement Principles) to build your foundation.
Yes! The video content for each course includes essential anatomy, movement principles, and pathology information that will make the live training more effective. Please register for a course date far enough in advance to allow yourself sufficient time to watch and learn the full video content.
Most instructors complete all five courses over 18 months to 2 years while accumulating Continuing Education Credits (CECs). You can move at your own pace based on your schedule and learning goals.
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AMP courses are taught by a select group of Master Instructors with limited class sizes, ensuring personalized attention and hands-on practice. The program combines evidence-based learning with practical application, mentorship opportunities, and recognition as a Balanced Body Advanced Movement Practitioner.
