Pilates Principles
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Build a practical foundation in Pilates principles, core stabilization, breathing mechanics, movement control, and rehabilitation-focused exercise progression.
Course Overview
Apply Pilates principles to support core control, movement quality, stability, and rehabilitation.
Explore the six foundational Pilates principles and connect them with breathing mechanics, lumbo-pelvic control, neuromuscular re-education, postural alignment, and functional movement.
About This Course
Pilates principles offer a proven, structured framework for neuromuscular re-education, core stabilization, and athletic movement refinement. Taught by certified Pilates instructor and CSCS Karen Vizueta, this course adapts core Pilates concepts directly for athletic training settings.
Clinicians will explore the six core principles of Centering, Concentration, Control, Precision, Breath, and Flow and translate them into active rehabilitation protocols. The course emphasizes mat-based movements, lumbo-pelvic control, diaphragmatic breathing integration, and eccentric spinal and hip stabilization.
Athletic Trainers will learn how to utilize Pilates exercises to address postural alignment, muscle imbalances, and movement compensations common in sports. Incorporating these low-impact, highly precise exercises can help build core strength, body awareness, dynamic stability, and movement control in recovering athletes.
The course also connects Pilates principles with current concepts involving core stabilization, fascia, neuroplasticity, movement habits, breathing, and functional rehabilitation. Participants will explore how movement awareness and breathing strategies can support more efficient movement patterns and improved functional balance.
Learning Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, learners will be able to:
What You Will Learn
Develop a practical understanding of Pilates principles, core function, breathing, body awareness, and movement retraining for rehabilitation and movement-based care.
Six Pilates Principles
Understand Centering, Concentration, Control, Precision, Breath, and Flow and how they guide movement quality.
Functional Core Control
Explore how the core supports stabilization, efficient movement, joint alignment, and balanced muscle activity.
Breathing & Myofascial Balance
Learn how breathing mechanics and body awareness can support deep and superficial myofascial systems.
Neuroplasticity & Movement Habits
Understand how repeated movement patterns and daily habits may influence posture, coordination, and motor control.
Self-Myofascial Release
Explore self-myofascial release strategies that may support relaxation, recovery, movement awareness, and parasympathetic activity.
Movement Restoration
Apply Pilates principles to support functional balance, movement quality, mobility, and dynamic stability.
Course Content
The course combines Pilates principles, core stabilization, functional anatomy, fascia education, neuroplasticity, breathing strategies, self-myofascial release, and movement retraining.
Who This Course Is For
This course is suitable for athletic trainers, rehabilitation professionals, massage therapists, manual therapists, physical therapists, physical therapist assistants, occupational therapists, occupational therapy assistants, exercise professionals, fitness professionals, Pilates practitioners, and movement educators.
It is especially valuable for practitioners who want to better understand core function, stabilization, movement habits, breathing, fascia, and Pilates-based strategies for supporting functional movement and rehabilitation.
About Karen Vizueta
Karen Vizueta
Karen Vizueta graduated with honors and holds a BSc in Communications from the University of Rhode Island.
Her professional certifications and training include STOTT Pilates Mat and Reformer, NASM CPT, AFAA Primary Group Exercise, AFAA Step, TRX, BOSU Kids, and Precision Nutrition Level 1.
She is also trained in Balanced Body Jumpboard, Power House Pilates Integrated Tower, and IMX Pilates Mat and Reformer, bringing a broad and practical movement background to her teaching.
Included With This Course
Video Classes
Online video instruction presented by Karen Vizueta.
Companion Course
Structured companion lessons designed to reinforce and deepen course understanding.
Fully Illustrated Course Text
Functional Anatomy of the Pilates Core with full-color illustrations and a quick-reference learning format.
Lesson Quizzes
Knowledge checks designed to reinforce learning throughout the course.
Online Exam
Multiple-choice assessment included for successful course completion.
Certificate
Downloadable certificate following successful completion of the requirements for 6.0 Category A CEUs.
Course Access & Expiration
This course must be completed within 12 months from the purchase date. For full details, refer to the Expiration Date Policy on our FAQ page .
Topics Covered
Karen Vizueta, CPI, CSCS
Karen Vizueta, a distinguished fitness expert, earned her BSc (Hons) from the University of Rhode Island. She boasts a broad range of fitness certifications, including STOTT Pilates Mat & Reformer, NASM CPT, AFAA Primary Group Exercise, AFAA Step, TRX, BOSU Kids, and Precision Nutrition L1. Further, Karen has trained in Balanced Body Jumpboard, Power House Pilates Integrated Tower, and IMX Pilates Mat & Reformer. Karen is a respected voice in wellness, contributing regular articles to the field. Her insights and expertise have been featured on notable platforms like Cosmopolitan.com and feedspot.com, further solidifying her position as a knowledgeable and influential figure in fitness and health.