The Pilates Cadillac, also known as the trapeze table, is a versatile and iconic piece of Pilates equipment designed to enhance strength, flexibility, and control. Equipped with springs, bars, straps, and a sturdy frame, it supports a wide range of exercises from rehabilitation to advanced conditioning.

The Cadillac allows both assisted and resisted movements, making it ideal for beginners, athletes, and clients recovering from injuries. Its adjustable components enable precise alignment and targeted muscle engagement. By promoting core stability, spinal mobility, and coordinated movement patterns, the Cadillac plays a vital role in developing balanced, functional strength and improving overall body awareness.

It has its origins in the early 20th century through the work of Joseph Pilates. During World War I, Pilates was interned in England, where he began developing rehabilitation methods using bed springs attached to hospital beds to help injured soldiers regain strength and mobility.

After moving to New York City in the 1920s, he refined these ideas into structured equipment, creating the trapeze table. Because of its large, elaborate frame, clients nicknamed it the “Cadillac”, referencing luxury and sophistication.

Over time, the Cadillac has evolved into a cornerstone of Pilates studios worldwide, valued for its versatility in rehabilitation, strength training, and advanced movement practice.

Start: June 26

End: June 28

The program includes intensive in-person, practical training and teaching practice – see Timeline below.

Venue:

  • In Dubai. The studio will be announced by May 31

By the end of the program, the attendees ought to be able to extend to their clients the benefits of using the Cadillac –

  • Add variety of working out through suspension-based movements on a tower with stable flooring (as compared to a Reformer)
  • Enable clients to develop –
    • Increased spinal mobility
    • Increased strength and flexibility in the arms, legs, and core
    • Improved balance and coordination
    • Enhanced body awareness and control

This will enable the Pilates teachers to –

  • Familiarize themselves with the exercises and techniques on an important equipment in the Pilates series, and
  • Add value to their training skill-sets but also engage more exercisers in Pilates.

AED1,750+ 5% VAT

  • Tabby facility available @ no extra cost.
  • Discounts available – ask for current schemes.

Fee includes:

  • GĀYO FITNESS SPORTS ACADEMY Pilates on Cadillac Teacher – approved for 16 REPS UAE CPDs
  • Learning resources

The REPS UAE has approved Pilates on Cadillac clinic for 16 CPDs

It is part of the Pilates Matwork and Apparatus Teacher course accredited Level 4 by European Standards

Attendees must be Pilates Teachers who –

  • are certified and experienced in Pilates on the Mat and Reformer, and
  • wish to widen their Pilates teaching repertoire and
  • earn CPDs.

It is essential that the attendees have a thorough grounding in exercise physiology, kinesiology and exercise sciences. We urge them to revise their Pilates anatomy and the principles of Pilates exercise.

The attendee must hold a valid FACPR-AED certificate.

Content

  • Introduction to the Trapeze Table
  • “Anatomy” of the Trapeze Table
  • Safety and set-up
  • Pilates exercises on the Trapeze Table
  • Stretches and Recovery

For detailed syllabus, visit https://gafitsport.com/certificate-courses-in-pilates-on-mat-and-apparatus/

Learning Resources

  • Textbook
  • Access to online lectures and videos

Total number of Learning Hours:

  • Face-to-Face – offline / physical: 18 hours (in 3 days)
  • Online / virtual: 12 hours across 6 X 2-hour sessions
  • Guided Home Study: 20 hours

TOTAL duration of Pilates on Cadillac: 50 hours

Saima Khan

With nearly 12 years’ experience in personal training and Pilates, she is a certified Pilates Teacher on Mat and Apparatus (Pilates Institute of America, USA, GĀYO Fitness Academy, India) and qualified Focus Awards (UK) Level 3 tutor, assessor and quality assurer.

With her extensive experience as certified personal trainer and Yoga teacher she brings an integrated approach to Pilates through sound communication skills and the passion to share her knowledge and experience.

[In UAE timings]

[All timings in UAE local time]

  • Start: June 26
  • End: Jun 28

 

Timings

DAY 1

Venue / Apparatus

09:30 – 10:00

REGISTRATION

Classroom

10:00 – 1015

Breaking Ice with Learners

Classroom

10:15 – 11:00

Role and History of Cadillac – Trapeze Tower in Pilates

Classroom

11:00 – 12:15

Revision: Pilates Breathing. Pilates Muscles

Studio

12:15 – 13:00

Introduction to the Cadillac

Studio / Cadillac

13:00 – 13:30

Lunch

 

13:30-14:30

Cadillac Set-Up and Safety

Studio / Cadillac

14:30-16:00

Foundation Exercises

Studio / Cadillac

16:00 – 16:30

Student Feedback and Discussion

Classroom

TIME

DAY 2

Venue / Apparatus

10:00 – 11:30

Exercises – Leg Springs

Studio / Cadillac

11:30 – 13:00

Exercises – Arm Springs/Pulls

Studio / Cadillac

13:00 – 13:30

Lunch

 

13:30 – 15:30

Exercises – Push-Through Bar

Studio / Cadillac

15:30 – 1630

Exercises – Roll Back Bar

Studio / Cadillac

TIME

DAY 3

Venue / Apparatus

10:00 – 12:30

Exercises – Trapeze

Studio / Cadillac

12:30 – 13:30

Matwork for Trapeze

Studio / Cadillac

13:30 – 14:00

Lunch

 

14:00 – 15:00

Case Studies and Planning of Pilates Mat and Apparatus Exercise Sequences

Studio / Cadillac

15:00 – 16:30

Assessments

Studio / Cadillac

 

Examinations

  • June 28 (4:00 pm to 5:30 pm)
    • In-person Theory MCQ exam (proctored)
    • Offline practical teaching exam

Certifications

The Pilates on Cadillac Teacher certificate will be awarded within 21 working days from the date of the examination, subject to –

  • Submission of complete enrolment form and supporting documents
  • Completion of fees payment to GĀYO Fitness Sport Academy
  • Successful completion of the course

Given the speed with which Pilates is getting popular in the UAE, there are many opportunities for developing new income through these channels –

  • Personal training / self-employment. We will be delighted to help you identify business opportunities and help you promote your training skills as a composite Pilates Teacher.
  • Opening Pilates Studios. Pilates studios, unlike traditional gyms, do not require large investment of money and space. We will be happy to guide you.
  • GĀYO PILATES

We are developing our own GĀYO Pilates franchise chain at a very low cost. We guarantee good equipment, signature training programs and marketing support.

Do connect with us for more information!

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