BODY INTELLECT

Pilates Teacher Training 

After nearly 3 decades presenting Pilates courses around the world Theo Botha is proud to be sharing for the first time, her revolutionary and contemporary approach to the work and legacy of Joseph & Clara Pilates.

With experience in supporting clients and students worldwide, Body Intellect embraces a progressive and modern style of learning, providing students with innovative education through well designed content, technological support, blended learning and personalised guidance and support. Students become part of a global community, connecting, sharing, and learning.

We believe in you

Body Intellect’s holistic approach integrates both physical and mental aspects, incorporating Pilates principles combined with anatomical and scientific input.

Learning and teaching Pilates becomes an adventure and as students embark on this transformative journey, Body Intellect serves as the bridge to guide students to become highly skilled, confident, well-equipped instructors. Empowering students to change the lives of others through quality education and continued learning.

  • Mind & Body
  • Transformative Journey
  • Scientific Anatomical Foundation 
  • Bridge to being highly skilled & confident
  • Empowering you to change the lives of others
Innovative learning at its best

The Body Intellect Hub

The Body Intellect Hub is essentially the student's online classroom. It houses all the course content, including an analysis of each exercise, instructional videos, the anatomy and theoretical content and all recordings of tutorials and classes.

The Hub also allows each student to connect with the Body Intellect community, ask questions and have access to instant updates to any part of the course.

Students can stay current and connected by using the  HUB and all it has to offer. 

Learning material

Exceptional manuals designed with learning & continuing learning in mind.  

Video

Enhance your understanding with high-quality videos & live sessions.

Community
connection

Connect with other students and industry professionals with equal passion.

Certificates

Become certified either comprehensively or modularly.
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THEO BOTHA

Theo Botha, exemplifies passion for Pilates, especially teaching Pilates. Having taught hundreds of students locally and internationally. Theo’s ability to connect with students and impart her vast knowledge and execution in a way that students can relate to, learn from and enjoy has made her a sought-after teacher trainer on the international stage of Pilates.

Theo’s background and experience, started under the guidance and mentorship of Rael Isacowitz, founder, and director, of BASI Pilates. As the first Principal Instructor (2004) and longest-standing member at BASI Pilates, Theo was the pioneer for many initiatives within BASI Pilates including the first chosen to teach the legendary, Mentor Program. Theo pioneered the first licensed area
in South Africa and thereafter also
the United Kingdom.

Theo’s belief in continued education to uphold standards has led her to organizing world class conferences, workshops, classes plus founding and chairing the South African Pilates Association (SAPA, 2010).

More recently Theo together with Dr Mark Vella has developed a 100-hour certificate course, Movement Anatomy, which has set the benchmark for continued education in the Pilates industry. This course is the pinnacle in continued education for movement specialists.

Theo’s teaching career spans the globe, having taught on almost every continent in the world. Her nurturing nature brings depth, compassion, and inspiration to any aspiring Pilates instructor. Humble beginnings have given Theo the insight to what it takes to start, develop, and work as a Pilates teacher and she shares her experiences unconditionally.

“I see myself as a bridge, a gateway for aspiring Pilates enthusiasts to embark on a journey to personal growth, excellence, and empowerment. There is no bigger gift than making a difference in someone else’s life and at the same time loving every minute of doing it.

The time has come for me to start a new chapter and elevate Pilates education through blended learning and my experience at the highest level of Pilates education – Body Intellect Pilates Teacher Training.”

Theo’s family is her constant support and motivation, Riaan her husband, Stephan and Inge, the inspiration to build a community in every sense of the word. Join Theo as she guides you in gaining a skill that allows you to change the lives of others.

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What students have to say

This course was a life changing experience.
It boosted my self confidence as a pilates teacher.
I have done other courses before the Body Intellect course, but this course excels them all. I am thankful for this experience and for the opportunity to learn from Theo. Thank you Body Intellect Education for making this  learning experience such a first class experience.
Emmeren, June Course 2024
A truly magical experience Theo. So much work has gone into your course creation and these students are so lucky to have this resource and your guidance. Thank you everyone. Heres to the beginning.
Jen van der Merwe, June Course 2024 Facilitator
I have learnt so so much and I have grown so deeply through this process. 
It definitely hasn’t been easy but it’s been so rewarding to see my body change and sharing the work with others watching them grow and strengthen in such a profound way. 

My heart is beyond blessed and thankful. 
Brenda, June Course 2024
Ek het voor die vakansie my PB in n lang tyd op n 10km gehardloop!!
Wou voor die einde vd jaar 53min hardloop want ek is 53, maar toe slaan ek 52min!!!
Karien, June Course 2024
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