The Pilates Plug Program
September Dates:
September: 18, 19, 20 & 25, 26, 27, 2026
November Dates:
November: 13, 14, 15 & 20, 21, 22, 2026
MEET JOHANNA
Johanna Ricouz is a Miami based entertainer, specializing in Pilates, Yoga, Sculpt + Sound. Classically trained in ballet during her youth, her movement style embodies strength, flexibility + attention to form. Jungle Johanna is all about aesthetics, body positivity + female empowerment.
In the past 2 years, Johanna’s main focus has been to bring diversity & inclusivity to the wellness space. This calling to create experiences that are accessible for all has made Johanna an inspiration to practitioners + instructors in the wellness industry.
Unlike most successful teachers, Johanna offers weekly free classes + accessible wellness events each month, in addition to her scheduled, sold out classes. She sits on a board to 300 Letters, a non profit organization that rehabilitates incarcerated offenders through mental + physical health support. Her sold out quarterly Pilates teacher trainings provide a safe space for all genders, races, bodies + ages to become certified in Mat Pilates.
Her online series for Alo Moves highlights Johanna as Alo’s lead female instructor of color. Representation matters + Johanna wants to continue to diversify wellness on + off the mat.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
Digital manual with unlimited access
Pilates mat
Refreshments
Support group chat with myself + all trainees
5 free mat classes at IMA Yoga
Pilates certification (once passed 20 min audition + 30 minute written test)
Audition at IMA Yoga studio (with recommendation)
Discounts on future retreats and continuing education programs
Insight into employment from local studios and teaching opportunities
COURSE OUTLINE
Brief history
Basic anatomy
Classicalrepertoire
Cueing, foreshadowing, modifications + variations
Sculpt + props
Branding + marketing
Studio etiquette
Mockaudition
Audition
Written test
ITINERARY
Day 1: Intros, history, anatomy, pre-Pilates
Day 2: The classical repertoire
Day 3: Classical repertoire continued, sculpt, and props
Day 4: Mock test (10 minute practice test)
Day 5 + 6: Observation, practice, test hours, written and 20 minute physical test
SCHEDULE
12pm - 6pm
In-person at Miami Life Center Wynwood
2 consecutive weekends Friday, Saturday & Sunday
*All dates are required
HOW TO PREPARE
Take at least 20 classical Mat Pilates classes (online or in person)
Past 10 weeks post partum
Read book “Return to Life” by Joseph Pilates
Fill out application
Sign NDA, waiver + studio agreement
*Discount accommodations are available at the Arlo Hotel
SCHOLARSHIP REQUIREMENTS
In an effort to continue to diversify the wellness space, 1 full scholarship is offered each cohort to a Black woman new to wellness with no prior certifications or experience in fitness or wellness events.
If you meet the requirements above, you can apply below:
@junglejohanna