Program Overview

University Extension Course: Pilates Floor Method Monitor for Physical Conditioning and Functional Recovery

Presentation

The Pilates method has proven its effectiveness in physical conditioning and addressing certain musculoskeletal system disorders through postural correction and global body work. It also has a notable psychosomatic component, improving individual well-being. Due to its positive benefits, there is an increasing demand for Pilates training in society.

Objectives

• Train students in the mastery and use of the Pilates Method for improving health through its intrinsic physical activity component.
• Train students in the use of the Pilates Method for preventing and improving certain musculoskeletal system alterations.

Competences

General Competencies

• Synthesis capacity
• Oral expression

Specific Competences

• Know the principles of Pilates
• Learn Pilates posture and breathing
• Apply Pilates principles, posture, and breathing
• Know how to lead a collective Pilates method class
• Indicate the performance of postural corrections

Programme

• Introduction to the Pilates Method
  • History, principles, benefits, and position
  • Heating and basic floor

Recipients

Anyone interested in health and wellness. No university degree is required. In the event of excessive applications, a selection will be made based on the order of pre-registration.

Number of Places

28

Academic Management and Faculty

• Jose Manuel Delfa de la Morena, Expert in Pilates Method, Professor of Motricity and Physical Abilities, and Functional Coordinator of the Physical and Sports Education area of the Faculty of Health Sciences of the Rey Juan Carlos University.

Duration and Development

• Modality: In-person
• Number of credits: 2
• Contact hours: 20
• Place of delivery: Psychomotricity room of the Lecture Hall II of the Alcorcón campus
• PILATES XV edition:
  • Opening hours: from 09:00h to 14:00h
  • Start date: June 1, 2026
  • End Date: June 4, 2026

Reservation of Place and Enrollment

• Pre-registration period: from June 6, 2025, to May 30, 2026
• Enrollment deadline: from May 20 to 30, 2026
• Title price: 90
• The start of the course is subject to a minimum number (14) of enrolled students.

Documentation to Attach, Forms, and Place of Delivery

The applicant must present the following scanned documentation:

• National Identity Document or equivalent / Passport or Residence Card
• Curriculum vitae
• Responsible declaration of veracity of the data provided in digital format
• Any other document required by the Academic Department of Continuing Education for acceptance. To access the University Extension Courses, no previous university degree is required.