• The AUTHENTIC METHOD UNIVERSITY at AM RADIO teaches people the real deal. It doesn't get any closer to the source than learning from our Director, Christian Cox, who trained directly under Romana Kryzanowska (Joseph Pilates' protege).
• This is a fully comprehensive program that teaches all the apparatus from start to finish. No piecemealing courses together here. It's all or nothing so that you leave A.M.U as a true professional of the practice (not just a Reformer or a Mat instructor). We do not acknowledge piecemealed certifications as professional and thus only hire fully certified instructors of the Classical/Authentic Method like many of our respected studios throughout the world.
• You don't get lost in the crowd. Many programs that are now backed by corporate entities have jumped on the Pilates bandwagon trend, and they have watered down the training process to the detriment of the method. We often hear people coming from other programs feeling lost in the crowd due to overpacked class room settings. This does not allow for one on one time, nor does it allow for actual time on the apparatus itself.
• A.M.U has smaller class size programs to ensure you receive one on one attention.
• You'll learn everything from the History of Pilates and Anatomy, as well as all modules from Beginner to Advanced work. You'll learn the WHY and the HOW as well as the importance of the foundations that thread into learning exercises on the rest of the apparatus. A student (or teacher) won't fully understand exercises on the Reformer if they've never learned exercises on the Mat. This is one of the reasons we do not piecemeal our training program.
• You will receive full mentorship from start to finish at no extra cost.
• Gorgeous classroom setting. Who wants to learn in a gym like atmosphere? Not us. AM RADIO is a beautifully curated and designed studio from top to bottom with a boutique like feel. The equipment itself was specially made just for AM RADIO. No other studio in Austin has this equipment.
• AM RADIO only uses the best of Classical Equipment and ONLY true Classical Equipment at that. One cannot learn Authentic/Classical Pilates fully on contemporary or modern Pilates equipment. There is a drastic difference which you will also learn. Even the raised Mat with dowels makes a huge difference.
• AM RADIO upholds the integrity of Classical/Authentic Pilates. We do not water down or add any fluff. As Romana Kryzanowska used to say " if you can actually master the Classical Mat, then you really don't need any of the other apparatus, but people love toys".
• We have fun. The atmosphere and community at AM RADIO is vibrant, full of life, love and respect.

• Students must finish the set pre-requisite hours of private sessions, group sessions as well as observation hours and coursework. This can be found in our curriculum outline by request only.
• The good news is: All apprentices receive an immediate Unlimited Group Class membership for one year from time of deposit.
• Our Education Director is here to help you stay on track.

• The fully comprehensive program is currently $6400. This includes your training manuals, mentorship and weekly pro-class taught by the Director of the Teacher Training Program or Senior Teacher Trainer.
• Payment plans are available directly through AM RADIO.
• If paid in full during early bird sign up dates, a discount may be applied to overall cost.
• The final test out is $50 per test. You are allowed to test out three times if you should fail to make a passing grade. We feel confident however that you will not need to test out more than once, due to our method of training.

• This depends on you and how often you can do your observation hours as well as pre-req private and group sessions. Typically, most students finish in approx. 6 - 9 months.

• After you have passed the program final. You will be a highly sought-after, fully certified Authentic/Classical Pilates Instructor, thus making you desirable with most studios around the world.
• AM RADIO does not guarantee placement at the studio just because you passed your final. If we have open positions and/or feel you are a good fit for the studio, an instructor position may be offered.
• During your apprenticeship: You are required to teach a certain amount of hours as an apprentice to gain experience with hands-on teaching. This is not paid during this time. This allows us to observe you and hone your skillset as an instructor and gain valuable feedback from our AM RADIO students taking your class.

• Your final test out will consist of two sections.
• One part written (given through a link on a computer or tablet. This must be done in our studio). You are allowed three hours for this portion.
• The second portion of the test is a practical one on one with the Director. You as the student must find a "body" (a person as your student) and teach to this student. The Director of Teacher Training will ask various questions at this time to ensure you know sequencing, modifications and much more.

• If you are a visiting student from another state or country there are a few options for you. Not to worry, each and every person from out of town has different scenarios that we can help assist with to ensure your training is fully complete.

Please inquire about this to our Education Marketing and Sales Director.