MAT PILATES TEACHER TRAINING
MAT PILATES
TEACHER TRAINING
MAT PILATES
TEACHER TRAINING
MAT PILATES
MAT PILATES TEACHER TRAINING MAT PILATES TEACHER TRAINING MAT PILATES
2026
Do you want to become a Pilates instructor?
Have you always dreamed of a career where you get to change lives, build confidence, and help people tap into their own strength and self-belief?
Pilates teaching can offer freedom - to choose your schedule, to travel, to keep learning, and to work alongside like-minded people who inspire you every day.
It’s a career that evolves with you, supports your lifestyle, and keeps you connected to your body and with purpose.
This is more than a course.
It will deepen your understanding of movement, strengthen your body from the inside out, and give you the skills and confidence to step into a career that feels exciting, empowering, and aligned.
If you’re ready to dive deep into Pilates and take control of your work, your time, and your future — this training will open the door.
Why is this training different?
We live in a world that constantly overstimulates the nervous system.
Stress, information overload, and pressure are part of daily life and movement shouldn’t add to that.
Here, we teach Pilates as medicine. We teach movement that grounds you, builds strength intelligently, supports the nervous system, and leaves you feeling energised rather than depleted.
This training is different because it goes deeper. Instead of focusing on trends, aesthetics, or fast certifications, we prioritise real education. You’ll learn functional anatomy, alignment, biomechanics, and how the nervous system responds to movement, so you can teach safely, confidently, and with intention.
Many trainings rush people through with minimal support, leaving teachers underprepared and students at risk of injury.
We slow the process down. We mentor, educate, and guide you to truly understand the body - your own and the bodies you’ll teach.
This course is for teachers who want to lead from connection, not performance. Who understand that every body is different, your body’s needs will change day to day, and movement is about listening, adapting, and responding.
You’ll leave this training not just certified, but embodied, informed, and confident - ready to offer Pilates as a supportive, intelligent, and empowering practice that connects people with their bodies.
Intentional Teaching
Throughout the training, we cover the core principles of Pilates, functional anatomy, biomechanics, and intelligent movement. You’ll develop skills in cueing, sequencing and class design, and learn how to adapt exercises to suit individual needs rather than applying a one-size-fits-all approach.
A strong emphasis is placed on presence, communication and thoughtful teaching.
Personal Growth
This training is also a process of personal growth. As your understanding deepens, you’ll build physical strength alongside confidence in your voice as a teacher.
You’ll experience firsthand how breath, awareness and mindful movement can influence not only how you move, but how you feel and function in daily life.
Community
Equally important is the sense of community within the course. You’ll be supported by like-minded peers, creating connections that often extend well beyond the training itself. This shared learning environment encourages collaboration, reflection and ongoing growth.
Trust
Whether your goal is to teach Pilates professionally or to deepen your own practice and knowledge, this course will equip you with practical tools, evidence-informed education and a grounded teaching framework you can trust.
We’re honoured to guide you through this journey and look forward to supporting your development every step of the way.
MODULES
Module 1: Welcome
An introduction to the course structure, expectations and learning outcomes. This module sets the tone for the training and outlines how to move through the course with clarity and confidence.
Module 2: Introduction to Pilates
An overview of the Pilates method, its history, core principles and philosophy. You’ll explore Pilates as a system of intelligent movement designed to support strength, mobility, posture and long-term wellbeing.
Module 3: Anatomy
A practical introduction to functional anatomy relevant to Pilates teaching. This module focuses on understanding the body in movement, including muscles, joints and the spine, to support safe and effective practice.
Module 4: Alignment and Key Points of Teaching
An exploration of postural alignment, joint positioning and foundational teaching principles. You’ll learn how to observe bodies, support optimal alignment and recognise common compensations.
Module 5: Class Preparation
Covers how to prepare physically, mentally and practically for teaching. This includes planning, understanding your class intention, setting up the space and arriving grounded and organised.
Module 6: Foundational Exercises (Core Integration and Alignment)
A deep dive into foundational Pilates exercises with a focus on core connection, breath, alignment and control. This module builds the base for all future movement patterns.
Module 7: Strength and Stability Exercises
Focuses on exercises that build muscular strength, joint stability and postural support. You’ll learn how to progress safely while maintaining control and precision.
Module 8: Dynamic Movement Exercises
Explores more fluid and dynamic exercises that challenge coordination, mobility and flow. Emphasis is placed on smooth transitions, rhythm and maintaining alignment through movement.
Module 9: The Standing Series
An introduction to Pilates exercises performed in standing. This module focuses on functional movement, balance, posture and how Pilates principles translate into everyday movement.
Module 10: Stretch and Cool Down
Covers the role of stretching, mobility and down-regulation at the end of a class. You’ll learn how to support recovery, integration and nervous system regulation.
Module 11: Cueing
Develops effective verbal cueing skills. This module explores clear, concise language, breath cues, imagery and tactile awareness to support understanding and embodiment.
Module 12: Modifications
Focuses on adapting exercises for different bodies, abilities, injuries and energy levels. You’ll learn how to offer options without disrupting class flow or confidence.
Module 13: Sequencing and Planning a Class from Start to Finish
Guides you through building a well-structured Pilates class. This includes warm-up, peak, integration and cool down, with attention to logical progression and balance.
Module 14: Practice Teaching
An opportunity to begin teaching in a supportive environment. This module focuses on applying knowledge, building confidence and receiving constructive feedback.
Module 15: Finding Your Authentic Voice
Explores teaching from a place of authenticity. You’ll develop confidence in your communication style and learn how to teach in a way that feels natural and grounded.
Module 16: Practice Teaching to the Class
Continues practical teaching experience with full class delivery. Emphasis is placed on presence, clarity, adaptability and holding the room.
Module 17: Scripts, Templates and Example Class Plans
Provides practical resources to support your teaching beyond the course. This module includes class templates, example sequences and scripts to help you teach with confidence and consistency.
150 HOURS
Your 150 Hours will be made up of…
In Person: 60 hrs
Online: 20hrs
Log Book
Practice Hours: 30hrs
Observation Hours: 20hrs
Teaching Hours: 20hrs
Final assessment:
Teach a full 45-minute class – in person with Jordan or recorded and submitted.
Course structure…
This training is designed to fit around real life, while still offering depth, support, and integration.
6-week training
2 sessions per week
One weekday evening: 3 hours
One Sunday intensive: 7 hours
The weekday evening sessions allow you to absorb the theory, concepts, and foundations at a steady pace, while the longer Sunday sessions give you space to fully immerse yourself in practice, embodiment, and teaching skills.
Dates
July-Sep 2026 (TBC)
Investment
$1,500
Early-bird discounts available