Career as a Pilates instructor


Pilates instructor:
For all fitness junkies,
A brief overview on how to become a Pilates instructor.
After power yoga, spinning and the likes, Pilates (pronounced pi-la-tees) is slowly making its way to the wish list of fitness freaks in India. "Pilates helps you to engage with your global muscles, which are the ones that you can feel, as well the local muscles, which you cannot see and are closest to the skeleton, It teaches you how to control your mind and body.
This new entrant is not only a breather from the tad boring crunches for the health conscious, but is also a rage ready to catch up with the youth. Today, most youngsters slouch their back, making the most attractive outfit worn, look terrible," "Ever wondered why Hrithik is a fab dancer? It is because he uses his core and spine well. With pilates, your agility and grace can improve. So for all you fitness junkies keen on being a patron of this popular movement, here are a few steps on how to become a Pilates instructor.
Skills and attributes: You need to firstly be fit yourself, those who have been exercising while laying emphasis on the correct posture, as opposed to only the number of repetitions, can understand this form better.
Eligibility: Age is no bar to be a Pilates instructor, since you can be fit at any age you want, It helps to know the functioning of the human body, before you take any course. It is also advisable to do it yourself prior to learning how to train others, If you are already a fitness instructor, it helps.
Types of courses available: One can opt for a certificate course by the Pilates Institute London, which is conducted in the country. You can take up a course by Reebok in India. In a span of three to six months, one can learn how's of Pilates.
Job prospects and remuneration: So does the big moolah come in? In the beginning you earn about Rs 10,000 to Rs 15,000. There on, you can grow from being an instructor, to personal training, to owning your own gym, Depending on your goal, you can pursue it as a full-time or part-time career. Take it up if you feel connected to it, not just as a means to earn money. If you do feel the need to look for a part-time job, it is recommended you opt for one within the health sector itself.
With regards to the climb up the ladder, you can be a nutritionist, yoga expert, masseur and acupressure therapist in addition to being a Pilates instructor. This would help increase your market rate. Move on to learn other things in the health line which compliment each other. Learn how to market yourself well, and slowly aim to become a brand you self.

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