Introduction to Pathokinesiology w/ Dr. Brent Anderson

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As Pilates teachers, we work with people who bring much more to the studio than a diagnosis, an injury or a movement limitation.

Introduction to Pathokinesiology explores how pathology, physiology and movement interact, helping you develop a broader understanding of what may be influencing the person in front of you and their ability to move and participate fully in life.

Led by Dr. Brent Anderson, this 6-hour course introduces the foundations of Pathokinesiology and explores movement through multiple physiological systems, including the neuro-musculoskeletal, integumentary, respiratory and cardiovascular systems.

Through lecture, case studies, problem-solving and movement, you’ll begin to look beyond individual muscles and joints and consider the wider systems that influence movement, function and participation.

The aim is not to diagnose or treat pathology outside your scope of practice. Instead, the course will help you develop a deeper understanding of the body, make more informed movement choices and better understand your role within the wider continuum of care.

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DATES
29th Nov 2026
HOURS
6
COST
£350
LOCATION
Certification

Modules

29th November (10:00 - 17:00)

What Will You Learn?

By the end of the course, you will:

  • Develop a broader understanding of the many factors that influence a person’s ability to move and participate fully in life.
  • Explore how kinesiology, physiology and pathology interact and how this knowledge can inform your approach to movement and programme design.
  • Experience movement through the perspective of different physiological systems, including the neuro-musculoskeletal, integumentary, respiratory and cardiovascular systems.
  • Gain insight into the body’s natural ability to maintain homeostasis.
  • Understand the relationship between human movement and homeostatic regulation.
  • Begin applying these concepts through case studies, problem-solving and practical movement experiences.

Who Is This Course For?

This course is particularly relevant for Pilates teachers and movement professionals who want to deepen their understanding of the body and feel more confident working with the complexity of the clients they see every day.

It will be especially valuable if you:

  • Regularly work with clients managing injuries, health conditions or movement limitations.
  • Want to understand more about what may be happening beyond the musculoskeletal system.
  • Want to develop your clinical reasoning and problem-solving skills as a movement professional.
  • Are interested in the relationship between pathology, physiology and movement.
  • Want to better understand your role as a Pilates teacher within the wider continuum of care.

Healthcare professionals and rehabilitation practitioners interested in a movement-based perspective on pathology are also welcome.

What to Expect

This is not six hours of sitting through lectures.

The day combines theory with case studies, problem-solving, discussion and movement so that you can explore Pathokinesiology both intellectually and through your own movement experience.

The course includes:

Introduction to Pathokinesiology — 90 minutes
An introduction to the foundations and principles of Pathokinesiology.

Case Studies — 30 minutes
Applying the introductory concepts to real-world scenarios.

Problem Solving for Individuals with Pathologies — 60 minutes
Exploring how pathology may influence movement and considering appropriate movement strategies.

Creating a Positive Movement Experience — 60 minutes
Exploring how we can create meaningful and positive movement experiences for the people we work with.

Movement from the Inside Out — 60 minutes
An experiential movement class exploring movement from the perspective of the body’s physiological systems.

Case Studies — 30 minutes
Bringing the concepts together through further case-based learning.

Q&A and Closing Discussion — 30 minutes

6 hours of continuing education

6 hr CEC 

Scope of Practice

Pathokinesiology provides a framework for developing a deeper understanding of human movement and the factors that can influence it. This course does not expand an individual’s professional scope of practice.

Participants should continue to work within their existing professional scope and refer to appropriate healthcare practitioners when required.

Cancellations & Cooling-Off Period

In accordance with the Consumer Contracts (Information, Cancellation and Additional Charges) Regulations you have 14 days to cancel without penalty. Thereafter your booking will be subject to our Terms & Conditions, shown below.  Cancellations in writing prior to course commencement date (first scheduled attended module) will be refunded as follows:

  • With 60 days’ or more notice – 100%;
  • With 30 or more days’ notice – 50%;
  • Less than 30 days’ notice – Nil.

Any unpaid instalments become due in full at the time of cancellation and any outstanding balances will be charged to your payment card.

We reserve the right to cancel or re-schedule any course or course module. Polestar Pilates UK Limited is not responsible for any participant’s hotel/airline reservations or transportation to and from a course in the event of cancellation of a course or module.

COST

£ 350

6 hours of education combining approximately:

  • 25% lecture and theory
    • 17% case studies
    • 17% problem-solving and practical application
    • 17% experiential movement
    • 17% creating a positive movement experience
    • 8% discussion and Q&A

Percentages are approximate and rounded.

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