Intro to Clinical Pilates
Intro to Clinical Pilates
This course includes
Overview
This online course introduces clinical Pilates as a powerful, movement-based treatment approach for rehabilitation and functional performance.
Led by a physiotherapist and clinical Pilates educator, this course clarifies the key differences between traditional Pilates, rehab Pilates, and clinical Pilates, helping clinicians understand when and how to appropriately integrate each into practice. Grounded in the original principles of Joseph Pilates while incorporating modern rehabilitation science, clinical Pilates is presented as more than exercise - it is a comprehensive system for assessing and treating movement dysfunction.
With a focus on the kinetic chain, functional goals, and the integration of manual therapy, this course equips clinicians with practical tools to improve patient outcomes while staying within scope of practice and understanding important legal and insurance considerations.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Differentiate between classical Pilates, rehab Pilates, and clinical Pilates
- Understand the foundational principles of Pilates and their clinical relevance
- Apply clinical Pilates concepts to assess and treat movement dysfunction
- Integrate manual therapy with movement-based rehabilitation strategies
- Utilize Pilates equipment and adapt exercises for clinical settings
- Incorporate Pilates exercises safely within scope of practice
- Recognize legal, ethical, and insurance considerations when offering Pilates-based services
Audience
This course is designed for:
- Physiotherapists
- Chiropractors
- Kinesiologists
- Rehabilitation professionals
- Clinicians interested in movement-based therapy approaches
It is particularly valuable for those looking to integrate Pilates principles into rehabilitation without necessarily pursuing full certification.
Why This Course Matters
Pilates is widely used but often misunderstood in clinical practice. This course provides clarity and structure, helping clinicians use it effectively and appropriately.
- Move beyond isolated exercise: Treat movement patterns, not just muscles
- Enhance outcomes: Combine manual therapy with active movement for faster improvements
- Stay within scope: Confidently integrate Pilates exercises as therapeutic tools
- Understand boundaries: Navigate certification, liability, and insurance considerations
- Increase versatility: Adapt Pilates principles using existing clinic equipment
By reframing Pilates as a clinical tool rather than a fitness modality, this course helps practitioners deliver more integrated, functional care.
The instructors
BSc (Physiotherapy), M. Public Health
A physiotherapist and clinical Pilates educator for more than 20 years, Kobi recognized the power of movement early in her career. Curious, compassionate and pragmatic, Kobi is driven to help her patients and students feel more confident working with movement.
Kobi draws on the latest anatomy and biomechanics research to fine-tune all workshops and courses she delivers through Calibrate. She loves to make the learning real and clinically relevant for her fellow rehab pros, and seeing the difference it makes to their everyday practice inspires her push for innovation.
Calibrate is a clinical education company providing high-quality instruction to rehab professionals seeking a credible next step in their education.
Our goal is to introduce clinical Pilates as an assessment and treatment tool and teach practitioners how to use movement as a treatment modality. Calibrate offers various continuing professional development courses, workshops, and online events to further your skills and help grow your practice. We offer science-rich, experiential learning that takes your expertise to the next level.
Calibrate believes that healthcare can—and should—prioritize the patient care experience. By working toward better care experiences, and teaching our learners to do the same, we’re helping to create the future we envision. Calibrate sends learners back into the world more knowledgeable, more skilled, and more equipped with decision-making frameworks that can change patient lives for the better.
Material included in this course
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Introduction to Clinical Pilates
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Workbook | Intro to Clinical Pilates
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Principles of Pilates
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Setting up for Success
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Movement Explorations
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One Lung Breathing
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Body Grounding
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Propping
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Mat Exercises
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Workbook | Mat Exercises
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Pre-Pilates Mat Exercises
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Pilates Studio Equipment
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Pilates Studio Equipment
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Equipment Exercises
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Workbook | Equipment Exercises
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Leg Press
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Chest Expansion
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Standing Leg Press
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Curl Ups
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Swan
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Mermaid
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Clinical Pilates in Practice
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Clinical Pilates in Practice
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Case Study and Course Feedback
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Case Study: Treating Severe Hip Osteoarthritis with Clinical Pilates
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Course Feedback
Does this course grant me clinical Pilates certification?
This is not a certification course, but it will help you decide whether full clinical Pilates certification is something you want to pursue.
Can I teach Pilates or clinical Pilates after taking this course?
As this isn't a certification course, you won't fulfil the education and insurance requirements to teach Pilates. However, you will be able to integrate and safely use the exercises taught in this course, in your day to day practice.
How long will it take me to complete this course?
This is a self-paced course, which means you can move through the course content at the pace that fits your schedule.
Is a certificate of completion included with this course?
Once you have completed the course, a certificate of completion (including learning hours and course information) will be generated. You can download this certificate at any time. To learn more about course certificates on Embodia please visit this guide.
This can be used for continuing education credits, depending on your professional college or association. If this course has been approved for CEUs in specific jurisdictions, it will be noted on the course page and CEU information may be added to your course certificate. Please read this guide for more information.