Pilates

Study Course Description

Course Description Statuss:Approved

Course Description Version:7.00

Study Course Accepted:29.03.2022 09:13:17

Study Course Information
Course Code:		SUUK_128		LQF level:		All Levels
Credit Points:		2.00		ECTS:		3.00
Branch of Science:		Sports Science		Target Audience:		Public Health; Dentistry; Medicine
Study Course Supervisor
Course Supervisor:		Anita Gauruča
Study Course Implementer
Structural Unit:		Department of Sports and Nutrition
The Head of Structural Unit:
Contacts:		Riga, 3 Cigorinu Street, spkrsu[pnkts]lv, +371 67611559
Study Course Planning
Full-Time - Semester No.1
Lectures (count)		0	Lecture Length (academic hours)		0	Total Contact Hours of Lectures		0
Classes (count)		16	Class Length (academic hours)		2	Total Contact Hours of Classes		32
Total Contact Hours								32
Part-Time - Semester No.1
Lectures (count)		0	Lecture Length (academic hours)		0	Total Contact Hours of Lectures		0
Classes (count)		12	Class Length (academic hours)		2	Total Contact Hours of Classes		24
Total Contact Hours								24
Study course description
Preliminary Knowledge:
Anatomy, physiology, biomechanics, gymnastics and terminology.
Objective:
To acquaint students with the Pilates method, to promote the formation of practical skills and abilities in the execution of the elements.
Topic Layout (Full-Time)
No.	Topic			Type of Implementation		Number	Venue
1	Learning basic movements and fundamental principles of Pilates			Classes		3.00	gym
2	24 Pilates exercise series			Classes		3.00	gym
3	Level 1 Pilates exercise modifications			Classes		2.00	gym
4	Pilates Level 2 exercise execution			Classes		3.00	gym
5	Pilates exercise execution using different equipment			Classes		3.00	gym
6	Pilates exercises use in the modern fitness			Classes		2.00	gym
Topic Layout (Part-Time)
No.	Topic			Type of Implementation		Number	Venue
1	Learning basic movements and fundamental principles of Pilates			Classes		2.00	gym
2	24 Pilates exercise series			Classes		2.00	gym
3	Level 1 Pilates exercise modifications			Classes		2.00	gym
4	Pilates Level 2 exercise execution			Classes		2.00	gym
5	Pilates exercise execution using different equipment			Classes		2.00	gym
6	Pilates exercises use in the modern fitness			Classes		2.00	gym
Assessment
Unaided Work:
During the study course, students perform and demonstrate Level 1 Pilates exercises independently or in groups, paying special attention to their proper performance technique and breathing. Prepare a 15-minute Pilates training program according to your level of physical fitness, submit a synopsis and demonstrate the exercises.
Assessment Criteria:
Participation and active participation in practical classes makes up 60% of the mark (if 13 classes are attended, it gives 6 points). 40% of the mark (4 points in total) the student receives for the completion of theory and practical tasks at the end of the study course, ratio 1:1 (50:50). Both the theoretical answer and the performance of practical tasks are evaluated in a 0 or 1 or 2 point system, respectively, where 2 points is the maximum.
Final Examination (Full-Time):		Exam
Final Examination (Part-Time):		Exam
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge:		Will define the concept of Pilates exercise method • tell about the founder of the Pilates exercise system and describe the popularity of this method in the world; • will be able to explain the Pilates exercise technique and the role of the "power band" in improving spinal health; • define the six basic principles of the Pilates method; • Identify the key factors that improve health in the Pilates program.
Skills:		As a result of the study course the student will be able to: • use Pilates exercises for health promotion and disease prevention; • create a simple Pilates training programme for people of different ages and genders; • choose and recommend the right exercises using the basic Pilates training principles; • apply and demonstrate proper breathing techniques in Pilates programme; • evaluate and apply relaxation techniques in the training programme; • explain and motivate themselves and the client to Pilates; • create a workout programme for 15 minutes; • apply and execute Pilates exercises by applying Pilates principles.
Competencies:		Using the acquired knowledge and skills, students will be able to evaluate the proper Pilates exercise technique and the need to use it to improve health and physical fitness, as well as correctly execute Pilates basic movements and their modifications using Pilates basic principles of motion. The student should know and understand the theory, tasks and objectives of the Pilates exercise system.
Bibliography
No.	Reference
Required Reading
1	Robinsone L., Tomsons G. „Vingrošanas rokasgrāmata PILATES”, Zvaigzne ABC, 2002, 183 lpp. (akceptējams izdevums)
2	Geweniger V., Bohlander A. "Pilates A Teacher's Manual", Exercises with Mats and Equipment for Prevention and Rehabilitation, Springer Medizin, 2014., P310
3	Ungaro A. „Pilates body in motion”, United States, DK, 2002, 178 lpp. (akceptējams izdevums)
4	Ārvalstu studentiem/For international students
5	Geweniger V., Bohlander A. "Pilates A Teacher's Manual", Exercises with Mats and Equipment for Prevention and Rehabilitation, Springer Medizin, 2014., P310
6	Ungaro A. „Pilates body in motion”, United States, DK, 2002, 178 lpp. (akceptējams izdevums)
Additional Reading
1	Jogs Ramačakra. „Indiešu jogu māksla elpot”. Rīga: Apgāds „Daugava”2004,104.lpp.
2	Kacudzo Niši. „Enerģētiskā elpošana”. Rīga: „Vieda”, 2004, 154 lpp.
3	Pilates Anatomy. Author: Rael Isacowitz Publisher: Human Kinetics, 2011
4	Ārvalstu studentiem/For international students
5	Pilates Anatomy. Author: Rael Isacowitz Publisher: Human Kinetics, 2011
Other Information Sources
1	Yotobe kanāls: Upside-Down Pilates.