Course Outline of Record

Item	Value
Eff Term	Fall 2026
Curriculum Committee Approval Date	11/12/2025
Top Code	083520 - Fitness Trainer (CTE)
Units	1 Total Units (;  Lab/Other Units 1)
Hours	54 Total Hours (Lab Hours 54)
Total Outside of Class Hours	0
Total Student Learning Hours	54
Arranged Hours	Lab hours are arranged.
Course Credit Status	Credit: Degree Applicable (D)
Material Fee	No
Basic Skills	Not Basic Skills (N)
Repeatable	No
Open Entry/Open Exit	No
Grading Policy	Standard Letter (S)

Course Description

This course is designed to provide the beginning level Pilates student practical knowledge of Pilates training and teaching strategies for various populations. This is accomplished through observation and research conducted in a variety of settings. ADVISORY: Completion or concurrent enrollment of DANC A108, DANC A129, and DANC A152. Transfer Credit: CSU.

Course Level Student Learning Outcome(s)

1. Demonstrate skills necessary for future employment and accomplish written objectives at an internship site.
2. Demonstrate the ability to create a written lesson plan appropriate to the skill level and focus of selected classes.

Course Objectives

• 1. Conduct a search for an appropriate Pilates setting related to career goals.
• 2. Set up times to observe classes.
• 3. Find acceptable ways to assist in the work environment.
• 4. Write measurable learning objectives
• 5. Keep a journal and write a brief synopsis of each observation period.
• 6. Write lesson plans appropriate to the skill level and focus of selected classes.
• 7. Write a self-reflective summary for each objective including what was learned and its impact on future teaching.

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Lab Content

          A. Career search skills
1. Research future work sites
2. Interview a professional studio owner or Pilates teacher

          B. Planning and organization skills
1. Write measurable learning objectives
2. Conduct successful interviews at various sites
3. Keep a journal of classes observed

        C. Future Employment skills
1. Appropriate dress
2. Communication with teachers or studio owners
3.. Understanding studio expectations
4. Write lesson plans for various skill levels/ client populations

Method(s) of Instruction

• Lab (04)

Instructional Techniques

Lab, discussion, research

Reading Assignments

Readings as assigned

Writing Assignments

Write measurable learning objectives. Write lesson plans for various levels and styles of classes. Write a self-evaluation of accomplishments.

Out-of-class Assignments

Studio research and observation.

Study Non-Contact Hours Recommended

0

Methods of Student Evaluation

• Written Assignments
• Report

Demonstration of Critical Thinking

Through journaling, written lesson plans and self-reflection.

Required Writing, Problem Solving, Skills Demonstration

Through journaling, written lesson plans and self-reflection.

Resources Subscreen

• Other: . . ().

Eligible Discipline(s)

• Dance: Master’s degree in dance, physical education with a dance emphasis, or theater with dance emphasis, OR bachelor’s degree in any of the above AND master’s degree in physical education, any life science, physiology, theater arts, kinesiology, humanities, performing arts, or music OR the equivalent. Master's degree required.