Frequently Asked Questions from students
Are ONLINE classes good?
Yes, Online classes are good. Since 2020, we have had over 400 students who have completed and are working as PT & Pilates instructors. There are many benefits to studying Online as all classes are recorded so you don’t miss any class in case of absence. Students are more focused and like the convenience of studying at home, no need to drive anywhere.
Will I get a diploma after completing my studies? Can I teach abroad after studying from Nutrifort Academy?
After you finish the class, we will test you with an exam to make sure you understand and can teach before you receive your certificate. If you do not pass the exam, you will need to retake it.
The way we teach Pilates is a combination of methods from Classical, Stott, Basi, Polestar, Peak, And the way we teach PT & Group Class is based on programs from ACE and NASM certifications. You will learn:
a. Why and why not to give homework to customers
b. How to do the exercise safely
c. Modify exercises to suit clients
If I am already a yoga teacher, how can knowledge of Pilates help me?
Pilates is not just a series of exercises but a "philosophy of how the body should move while maintaining a neutral spine". Since Pilates movements were born from the process of rehabilitating the body after injury, its philosophy can be applied to ANY form of exercise/sport including yoga. You can apply Pilates' guidance to your yoga series to rehabilitate or prevent injuries for your clients.
I have never worked out before so can I be a good trainer ?
If you want to be good at anything, learn it, practice it, and teach it every day. It’s that simple! With Pilates or PT, you don’t have to be lean, muscular, or super fit to be a good instructor. What you need is passion, purpose, and hard work to inspire your students/clients. You need to serve without being a servant: you need to put their needs and desires above your own without compromising your health and happiness.
I only walk for exercise and I am very weak, can I teach Pilates & PT fitness?
If you are weak, you need to build some muscle to help you increase your bone density, reducing the risk of bone loss and arthritis (joint pain) as you age. Especially for women after 30, your bone calcium density will decrease by up to 30% each year by age 50. The ONLY way to slow this decline is through resistance exercise (drinking milk or taking calcium supplements will not help!). This is a benefit of Pilates because your body will become stronger after a few months. And as a bonus, you can continue to practice (or teach) Pilates well into your 80s and 90s, which is a great way to keep your muscles and bones strong.