Author(s)

Sun Shuwei

Corresponding Author

Sun Shuwei

Abstract

As lifestyles change, physical education in higher education is facing a need for transformation.Pilates, as a low-intensity, high-efficiency form of exercise, is being gradually incorporated into university physical education curricula.To understand the specific challenges faced by Pilates instruction in universities and to identify effective solutions,this study employed literature research and observation methods to conduct a comprehensive survey of the current state of Pilates teaching.This included examining aspects such as curriculum design, faculty strength, student engagement, and teaching outcomes.The research found that Pilates courses in universities are often structured inappropriately, with insufficient allocation of class time,a lack of professional instructors, inadequate knowledge of Pilates among students, and a lack of enthusiasm for continuous participation.Furthermore, the evaluation of teaching outcomes lacks effective quantitative standards.Addressing these challenges, the study proposed a series of measures including optimizing the curriculum structure,enhancing teacher qualifications, improving the evaluation system,and using information technology to make courses more engaging in order to increase student participation and teaching interaction.Through a questionnaire survey of 300 university students and in-depth interviews with 30 teachers,the study collected relevant data and performed statistical analysis.The results showed that after implementing the proposed measures,students participating in Pilates courses exhibited higher interest and better physical adaptability.Students' satisfaction and overall health levels showed significant improvement.This research offers guidance for the reform of Pilates courses in university physical education and provides possibilities for innovation in higher education's sports education.It also serves as a reference for the teaching of other non-traditional sports in universities.

Keywords

University Physical Education; Teaching Challenges in Pilates; Student Engagement; Evaluation of Teaching Effectiveness