The Center’s Pelvic floor course is a pre requisite for all of the courses in our curriculum. We base our courses on the movement of the pelvis and how it affects the rest of the female body. We will also look at the pelvic floor from a healthy standpoint rather than a problematic one.

Course description

This course will offer an in depth look at the anatomy and function of the pelvic floor, it application to movement and the breath and will discuss the reasons for dysfunction and how many of these problems can be prevented. Our approach contains both the scientific evidenced based research and the more holistic viewpoint of this most intimate part of the female body.

Course objectives

To understand the anatomy of the female pelvis and pelvic floor
To understand the function of the pelvic floor muscles, the fascial connections and the surrounding muscle groups and fascial connections.
To understand the change that occurs during pregnancy, birth, postpartum and menopause
To understand dysfunction in the pelvic area to include SI Joint and pelvic floor dysfunction and pubis symphasis derangement.
To understand the importance of correct movement to activate the pelvic floor
To understand the role of the breath in pelvic floor activation and rehabilitation
To understand the impact of the fascial connections through the pelvis

Course outline
Lecture

Anatomy of the pelvic floor including fascial connections
The use of bony cuing to activate the pelvic floor
The respiratory system and the connection to the pelvic floor
Muscle groups and fascia that support the pelvis

Dysfunction of the pelvis and pelvic floor

Pubis Symphasis Derangement

Breathing and the Pelvic Floor

Practical
The Formula
Releasing fascia- techniques for release
Realigning muscles- exercise design to help realignment

Strengthening- exercises for strength
Incorporating pelvic floor in exercise design

Course fee USD400 includes all material

This course fulfills one requirement for The Women’s Health Pilates Specialist Certification™
This course has been approved for 10 CEC’s from The Pilates Method Alliance (USA)