MAT 1 + Movement Foundations
MAT 1 + Movement Foundations will be delivered in RIZE in In person format by Gül Buyuran.
About this program
MAT 1 + Movement Foundations brings together the Code Pilates teaching methodology, principles of human movement, functional anatomy, biomechanics and the foundational Mat repertoire in one structured entry program. Movement Foundations develops observation and movement-analysis skills, while MAT 1 builds the practical foundation required to teach fundamental exercises safely and clearly.
The program supports body awareness and movement quality, exercise adaptation for different needs, effective cueing and safe class planning. It gives aspiring instructors a strong starting point and helps experienced instructors deepen their movement analysis, alignment and teaching confidence. It establishes the essential knowledge required to progress through the Mat, Reformer and Comprehensive Teacher Training pathways.
Program scope
- Code Pilates teaching methodology and Pilates principles
- Principles of human movement, functional anatomy and biomechanics
- Movement observation, analysis and fundamental movement patterns
- Posture, alignment, breathing and cueing techniques
- Pre-Pilates work and the foundational MAT 1 repertoire
- Exercise adaptations, safety principles and class planning
- Professional teaching fundamentals, course manual and learning resources
Participation Terms and Cancellation Policy
Please read before registering. By completing a purchase, the participant is deemed to have accepted these conditions.
Cancellation, Refunds and Rescheduling
All cancellation and transfer requests must be made in writing by e-mail. The rates below are calculated on the course fee and cover all deductions, including payment processing fees.
- 30 or more days before the course start date. 90% of the course fee is refunded (10% administrative deduction). Refunds are issued to the original method of payment and may take up to two business weeks.
- Fewer than 30 days before the course start date. A cancellation is accepted only if the participant’s place can be filled from the waiting list or by a replacement participant. If the place is filled, 90% of the course fee is refunded. If it cannot be filled, no refund is issued.
- Final 48 hours. No refund is issued for cancellations made less than 48 hours before the course start date.
- Transfer to another date. Moving from one course to another date or month is treated as a cancellation and is subject to the conditions above.
- Transfer of registration. A participant may transfer their registration to another person once, provided the request is made in writing at least 15 days before the start date and approved by Code Pilates Academy. The incoming participant must meet the programme prerequisites.
Important notice. All cancellation requests are treated as cancellations regardless of the reason. This policy applies in all circumstances, including travel disruptions, visa issues, unexpected health conditions, family emergencies and work obligations. In exceptional and well-documented cases alternative solutions may be considered at our discretion; this does not create an automatic right to a refund or a reschedule.
Certificate and Course Materials
Certificate. Participants who successfully complete the course receive the programme’s Course Completion Certificate. This certificate confirms attendance and completion only; on its own it does not constitute certification, licensure or teaching authorisation.
Course manual. The course manual is provided in digital format. Access to the training materials opens for the participant on the first day of training. No physical book is shipped.
Materials. Printed materials that have been handed over and digital materials whose access has been opened are excluded from refunds. The refund rates apply to the course fee only.
Attendance and Punctuality
Full attendance is mandatory. Participants must be present for the full duration of every training day.
Missed days. A participant who misses any day of the course must retake the course and pay the full course fee again.
Late arrival and early departure. Arriving late or leaving early is not permitted, even by ten minutes. Missed hours must be made up. Make-up hours are a separate, one-to-one instructional service charged at 10% of the course fee per hour. Any hour started counts as a full hour.
Arrival time. Participants must be at the venue at least 30 minutes before the published start time on each training day. Late arrivals will not be admitted to that session.
Pre-Course Communication
A WhatsApp group is created for registered participants one day before the course. Connection details, course materials (if any), reminders and organisational details are shared through this group.
Access to the digital course materials opens on the first day of the course; no physical book is shipped.
General Conditions
Registration and payment. Registration is confirmed only once payment has been received in full. Unpaid registrations are not valid.
Capacity. Capacity is limited. Once full, applications are placed on a waiting list and applicants are notified if a place becomes available.
Health and safety. Participants must ensure they are in a suitable state of health. Existing health conditions and injuries must be reported to the instructor in advance. This is not a medical service; each participant is responsible for their own physical safety.
Changes of instructor, date or venue. Code Pilates Academy reserves the right to change the instructor, date or venue in unforeseen circumstances such as illness, travel or force majeure.
Postponement or cancellation by us. If the programme is postponed or cancelled by Code Pilates Academy, participants are offered either a transfer to the new date or a full refund.
Intellectual property. Recording, reproducing or sharing the content in audio, video or written form with third parties is strictly prohibited.
Rules. Participants must follow the instructor’s directions. The use of phones and recording devices is prohibited.
