Certifications

IM=X® Practical Exams

Register below to take the Practical Exam in-person with a Master Trainer or via DVD/movie file. The detailed requirements of each Practical Exam are found in the corresponding course manual. Download them here or read below.

IM=X® PILATES BASIC CERTIFICATION
Floor/Mat Practical Exam Fee is $125 – Demonstrate your knowledge of the IM=X 5 fundamentals and your ability to teach the IM=X Pilates Intermediate Floor (mat) format within 60 minutes. (see course manual for details)
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Xercizer/Reformer Practical Exam Fee is $125 – Demonstrate your knowledge of the IM=X 5 fundamentals and your ability to teach the IM=X Pilates Intermediate Xercizer (reformer) format within 60 minutes. (see course manual for details)
Practical Exam Registration
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For more information on how to complete your Apprentice Hours and Practical Exam see below.

IM=X® PILATES ADVANCED CERTIFICATION
Advanced Floor Practical Exam Fee is $375 – Teach two of our proprietary formats (Do not teach the full repetitions, simply demonstrate that you have mastered the sequencing) and then go through ALL the advanced exercises as they occur in sequence. Please be careful to communicate verbal/tactile cues and have a thorough knowledge of the research that supports the IM=X 5 fundamentals. This Practical Exam is approximately 3 hours in length. (see course manual for details)
Practical Exam Registration
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Advanced Xercizer Practical Exam Fee is $375 – Teach three of our proprietary formats (Do not teach the full repetitions, simply demonstrate that you have mastered the sequencing) and then go through ALL the advanced exercises as they occur in sequence. Please be careful to indicate equipment configuration (i.e. spring loads), verbal/tactile cues and have a thorough knowledge of the research that supports the IM=X 5 fundamentals. This Practical Exam is approximately 3 hours in length. (see course manual for details)
Practical Exam Registration
Note: For a 3 month Extension ($75) on your deadline, please click here.

IM=X® 5-DAY SUPER ADVANCED CERTIFICATION
SUPER Advanced Floor Practical Exam Fee is $375 – Teach two of our proprietary formats (Do not teach the full repetitions, simply demonstrate that you have mastered the sequencing) and then go through ALL the advanced exercises as they occur in sequence. Please be careful to communicate verbal/tactile cues and have a thorough knowledge of the research that supports the IM=X 5 fundamentals. This Practical Exam is approximately 3 hours in length. (see course manual for details)
Practical Exam Registration

SUPER Advanced Xercizer Practical Exam Fee is $375 – Teach three of our proprietary formats (Do not teach the full repetitions, simply demonstrate that you have mastered the sequencing) and then go through ALL the advanced exercises as they occur in sequence. Please be careful to indicate equipment configuration (i.e. spring loads), verbal/tactile cues and have a thorough knowledge of the research that supports the IM=X 5 fundamentals. This Practical Exam is approximately 3 hours in length. (see course manual for details)
Practical Exam Registration
Note: For a 3 month Extension ($75) on your deadline, please click here.

IM=X® HEART RATE TRAINING CERTIFICATION
Practical Exam Fee is $125 – Demonstrate in-person or via DVD your ability to teach the Jog Board choreography and/or Indoor Cycling formats.
Practical Exam Registration
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IM=X® YOGA CERTIFICATION
Practical Exam Fee is $125 – Complete the Practical Exam with an IM=X Pilates Master Trainer or via movie file demonstrating your ability to instruct all sequences emphasizing the IM=X fundamentals. Demonstrate your ability to perform and teach the 8 standing and 6 floor sequences with clarity.
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IM=X® PILATES TOWER CERTIFICATION
Practical Exam Fee is $125 – Complete the Practical Exam with an IM=X Pilates Master Trainer or via movie file demonstrating your ability to instruct all sequences emphasizing the IM=X fundamentals. Demonstrate the ability to teach/execute the 14 IM=X Tower sequences.
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IM=X® BALLET BAR CERTIFICATION
Practical Exam Fee is $125 – Complete the Practical Exam with an IM=X Pilates Master Trainer or via movie file demonstrating your ability to instruct all sequences emphasizing the IM=X fundamentals using the Ring. Demonstrate your ability to perform and teach all 12 sequences.
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IM=X® CYCLE/TOWER CERTIFICATION
Practical Exam Fee is $125 – Complete the Practical Exam with an IM=X Pilates Master Trainer or via movie file demonstrating your ability to instruct all sequences while emphasizing the IM=X fundamentals. Demonstrate the ability to teach/execute the 11 IM=X Cycle/Tower sequences.
Practical Exam Registration
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IM=X® SPINAL FITNESS CERTIFICATION
Practical Exam Fee is $125 – Pass the Written Take Home Exam (85% or above) and pass a verbal Practical Exam over the phone ($125 – 1 hour) whereby the Master Trainer asks you questions on research relating to the five fundamentals (85% or above) within 3 months from the course date. (see course manual for Practical Exam details)
Practical Exam Registration
Note: For a 3 month Extension ($75) on your deadline, please click here.

FAQs about Apprentice Hours and the Practical Exam

Can I teach another IM=X instructor in my practical exam video?
Yes, while you may NOT train another IM=X apprentice/instructor for your apprentice hours, you MAY train another apprentice/instructor for your practical exam video.

Do I have to show all the variations?
No, you do not need to teach every variation of every exercise, but you should know them and be able to demonstrate how to incorporate the bar and ring into the Floorwork and you must apply the fundamentals in all sequences.  If you are testing out in person, your Master Trainer may ask you to show other variations.

What level class should I teach?
Teach an intermediate level class, using a variety of tempo, equipment, and intensity levels.  Make sure to use the verbal and tactile cues to demonstrate that you know how to apply the fundamentals in all sequences. Be able to show modifications to accommodate clients who are more or less fit.  If you are testing out in person, your Master Trainer may ask how you would accommodate various clients with special needs.

Do I need to show full repetitions?
No, but you need to know and indicate the appropriate number of repetitions and you must use the verbal and tactile cues which apply the fundamentals in all exercises.  You should do enough repetitions to properly demonstrate and cue the exercise, using manual cues if necessary.

Do I need to say the name of each exercise and sequence?
You should say the name of each sequence as you begin teaching it. You should say the exercises if they fit naturally in the cueing but proper application of the fundamentals is what we are looking for. While you would not always say the names of your exercises to your clients, you should know them and know the sequence as given in your manual.  This memorization is essential for you to progress onto the advanced courses and hybrid formats. If testing out in person, your Master Trainer may ask you the names of the exercises and sequences.

Do I need to hand in my apprentice hours prior to the practical exam?
Yes, you need to have completed your apprentice hours, documented them, and mail them in prior to or with your practical exam video. If testing out in person, you can send them in ahead or bring them with you when you test out.

FAQ – Apprentice Hours

How many apprentice hours do I need to do?
Basic Certification (Floorwork + Xercizer): 40 (20 Floor/20 Xercizer)
Floorwork Certification only: 20
Xercizer (reformer) Certification only: 20

Can I train another IM=X apprentice/instructor for my apprentice hours?
You can train another IM=X apprentice/instructor, and are encouraged to do so. But it will NOT count toward your apprentice hours. Your apprentice hours must be done on NON-IM=X instructors, i.e., regular people, family, friends, civilians, etc.

Can I make a checklist for my apprentice hours?
No, your apprenticeship is your practice time, and writing out your apprentice hours will help you learn the program, memorize the sequences, and remember the appropriate repetitions and springloads. You must write out each session indicating the sequence, exercise, cues and fundamentals.

Can I type them out on a computer?
Yes, you may either write out your hours longhand or type them into your computer. But you do need to create a new document/page for each client, and write out/enter everything you do, every time. Again – this is to assist in your complete memorization of the eight sequences. (Keep in mind tradtional pilates certifications can require as many as 300 hours!)

How much do I need to write?
You need to write a brief history/background on the client, just a few sentences. Then list each sequence, and under it each exercise you do with your client. Include the variation, equipment used, reps, springload, and any modifications. Be sure to apply the fundamentals throughout the workout by using the verbal and tactile cues.

If I train a client more than once, do I need to write it up every time?
Yes, you write out every workout you do with every client.