Animo Pilates is a Romana’s Pilates International pilates studio. We work with clients of all abilities and guide the next generation of trainee’s through the Romana’s Pilates Teacher Training Program. Our hope is that you finish the workout refreshed, standing tall and breathing fully with a zest for life.
Pilates Certification
It is best to prepare for your program with a copious amount of lessons. We teacher trainers are seeing many trainees stop their programs midway because of an insufficient development of their bodies. The program is very demanding on the body. A well prepared mind/body and spirit are necessary to finish. We believe that 2 to 4 years of working with any and all Romana’s Pilates instructors you may know will help you gain the strength needed to finish the program. When your Powerhouse is strong, then you will need to take an entrance exam. To enter the program: You have to demonstrate all Basic and Intermediate exercises—plus a few Advanced exercises in what we call the initial assessment. You must demonstrate more than 75% of the given criteria for each exercise, tell at least three purposes for each exercise, tell the number of reps and sets for each, tell the number of springs if needed, show how to set up the equipment to do the exercises.
Fees
Fees are not owed all at once but it is a preferred practice to settle all financials when beginning each Stage/Level.
$800.00* - due at your Initial assessment (includes - Initial Assessment, Registration, Administration,).
$1550.00* - due when you begin Stage 1 (Independent Study, Basic Seminar, Test is Oral/Practical with No Written)
$1800.00* - due when you begin Stage 2 (Independent Study, Intermediate Seminar, Test is Oral/Practical & Written)
$2200.00* - due when you begin Stage 3 (Independent Study, Advanced Seminar, Test is Oral/Practical & Written)
*Pricing can change depending upon the level of teacher who tests you.
Fee Breakdown
INITIAL ASSESSMENT $200
This is a workout in which you demonstrate adequate understanding of the Romana's Pilates System at the Basic/Intermediate level with a few Advanced exercises (order of exercises, your knowledge of the exercises and what the exercise is for). This includes: Universal Reformer, Cadillac, Mat and Chairs. To pass your initial assessment you will need to know proper springs setup, the order of the exercises, the ability to flow from one exercise to the next and show an aptitude to learning the exercises. It typically lasts 1.5 hours with an interview. Traveling to meet with a level 3 or 2 Teacher trainer will be necessary for this assessment.
REGISTRATION $300
This is for your enrollment in the ITP. This fee covers the cost of your entry in to the RP global data base and RP emailing list. Funds go to Romana's Pilates.
ADMINISTRATION $300
This is for the filing and management of trainee tests, paperwork and completion of forms. Covers the cost of your manuals (per level, when completed) The intermediary between you and other training centers. Funds go to Animo Pilates.
INDEPENDENT STUDY $250 (each stage)
This covers meetings, tutorials over written tests (does not include lessons) and guidance by your leveled instructor at the studio. This is due at the beginning of each level. Lessons are strongly encouraged throughout the duration of each level (there is a correlation between high test out scores and regular weekly lessons.) Looking down the line, if you have not completed the program after twelve months an additional independent study fee will be added.
SEMINARS $1100 - $1200 - $1400
Traveling will be necessary to fulfill the Basic, Intermediate and Advanced Seminars. If a test is scheduled at another location within the U.S., other than Evanston/Chicago or Dallas, you may have the option of traveling to that studio. These are three different seminars roughly 3 - 6 months apart from each other. You can test out of the previous stage at the next seminar.
TEST OUT FEES (price differs with the level of instructor)
The common practice is to complete the recommended hours for that specific level and then the trainee may request a practice test inorder to asses if the they have the proficiency to pass the exam at 76% or higher.
Stage 1 (Basic) $250
Stage 2 (Intermediate) $350
Stage 3 (Advance) $550
LESSONS
Private $100
Duet/Trio $70
Mat Class $40
ONCE CERTIFIED
Upon certification, you must complete at least one Continuing Education Program; (CPE) per year in order to keep your teaching skills and safety spotting current.
If you have other questions please feel free to email at benmartinez@animopilates.com or call the studio (512) 461-1022 and I will be happy to answer them in greater detail.