PILATES TEACHER TRAINING
Pilates will help you develop your inner strength, power, and agility. Developing these core principles will not only change your body but your life.
The BEYOND MOTION® Pilates Mat Certificate course gives you the skills necessary to teach an engaging, safe, and fun group fitness-style basic Pilates Mat class. While Mat Level 1, 2, 3, and Magic Circle may be taken as a stand-alone certificate course, these courses are included in the 450-hour training. You are not considered a fully certified Pilates Instructor unless you have completed the entire Comprehensive Pilates Teacher Training course.
Recognized as leaders in education, this award-winning facility is known for their outstanding training and support.
Teachers, Coaches, and Educators from a variety of disciplines travel from around the globe to train at BEYOND MOTION®.
After years of being asked to train others in her techniques, Amy is excited to share BEYOND MOTION®’s Pilates Teacher Training programs. BEYOND MOTION®’s versatile Pilates Instructor Training program is sensitive to your time and budget.
Whether you want to have a career teaching Pilates, or you are just looking to deepen your practice, we can help you reach your personal goals.
Both the Pilates Mat and Comprehensive Pilates Instructor programs offer a dynamic, integrative approach to the art of teaching and practicing Pilates. The BEYOND MOTION® Pilates Instructor Training is founded on the philosophy that Pilates is a workout encompassing strength, power, control, flexibility, and agility, used to assist clients in achieving their fitness goals.
BEYOND MOTION®’s comprehensive 450-hour curriculum not only takes you through the full Pilates repertoire but also teaches you how to assess which movements are best for each client. Our instructors have the unique ability to tailor their teaching approach in order to work with people of all fitness abilities, ages, and levels.
This 450-hour program is designed as self-contained modules, with one module building upon the next. By taking one module at a time you will fully experience the Pilates methodology and work. We offer three different courses of study: the Mat Certificate Course (For those looking to deepen their personal practice) the Equipment Course (For those that have already gone through a Mat Certificate Course and are looking to further their education) and the Comprehensive Pilates Instructor Training Program (For those looking to Bridge from one Pilates Program to another, and for those looking to become a Pilates Instructor).
The BEYOND MOTION® Comprehensive Pilates Instructor Training Program meets all of the requirements of the Pilates Method Alliance for a 450 Hour Comprehensive Teacher Training program, and for the PMA Certification eligibility.
The BEYOND MOTION® Comprehensive Pilates Training is a complete Pilates education which includes an in-depth study of the Pilates Method, anatomy, exercises, sequencing, assessment, teaching skills, and more. You will utilize different pieces of Pilates equipment in great detail. As part of the Comprehensive Pilates Training Program, students will be able to attend BEYOND MOTION®’s Pilates studio for many of their observation, self-practice, and student teaching hours. Once you have completed the BEYOND MOTION® comprehensive program, final exam, and subsequent training hours, you will have satisfied the requirements needed to sit for the PMA-CPT Exam.
What should I do before my certification course begins?
Your success in our training program is heavily contingent upon your experience with Pilates. In order to be a great instructor, you need to be a great student. Applicants must demonstrate a level of proficiency in Pilates during the initial assessment and interview process. If you are new to Pilates you will be required to complete a minimum of 10 private Pilates sessions at BEYOND MOTION® prior to your Teacher Training start date. If you are not local we can discuss your pre-training options.
***Click here to email BEYOND MOTION® to schedule your private sessions.
Truly teaching the body in front of you takes confidence and great knowledge. Choosing BEYOND MOTION® guarantees you that your comprehensive Pilates Teacher Training program will get you to the level needed to enjoy a career in Pilates with BEYOND MOTION®.
If you are ready to take the next steps to create an amazing career as a Pilates Instructor, please click here to fill out your application.
We look forward to you joining our next Pilates Teacher Training Series! Upon finishing all of the requirements, and earning a score of 80% or higher on the final exam a certificate of completion will be issued.
Requirements for completion of the 450-hr training:
Anatomy & Movement Science
Structural & Movement Analysis, Injuries & Conditions
Pilates Philosophy
History & Professionalism Code of Ethics
Mat Level 1
Pre Pilates, Stretches, Exercises, Precautions & Contraindications
Mat Level 2 & 3
Exercises, Precautions & Contraindications, Movement Science & Anatomy
Mat Level 2
Written & Practical Test
Mat Level 3
Written & Practical Test
Magic Circle
Reformer Level 1, 2 & 3
Exercises, Precautions & Contraindications
Written & Practical Test
Reformer Level 1
Written & Practical Test
Reformer Level 2
Written & Practical Test
Reformer Level 3
Written & Practical Test
Cadillac/Tower
Exercises, Precautions, Contraindications, Anatomy Review
Written & Practical Test
Chair
Exercises, Precautions & Contraindications
Written & Practical Test
Arc/Barrel
Exercises, Precautions, Contraindications
Written & Practical Test
Self Practice
Includes your self-practice hours, student teaching hours and observation hours which must be completed within 90 days after your final exam.
Pilates Mat Teacher Training
- Includes Modules 1-5
- Training Workbook
- Anatomy Review
- Mat Level 1, 2 & 3 Exercises
- Magic Circle
- Written & Practical Assessments
Pilates Equipment Teacher Training
- Includes Modules 6-10
- Training Workbook
- Anatomy Review
- Reformer Level 1, 2 & 3
- Cadillac/Tower
- Chair
- Ladder Barrel/Arc
- Written & Practical Final Exam
Pilates Comprehensive Teacher Training
- Includes ALL Modules (1-10)
- Training Workbook
- Anatomy Review
- Mat Level 1, 2 & 3
- Reformer Level 1, 2 & 3
- Cadillac/Tower
- Chair
- Ladder Barrel/Arc
- Magic Circle
- Written & Practical Final Exam
- Buy at comprehensive at one-time saves $400
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the course dates?
Self Practice and Apprentice Hours
- All self-practice and apprentice hours for the Comprehensive Program must be completed and turned in within 90 days of your final exam.
- FINAL EXAM DATE(S) FOR THE MAT PROGRAM AND THE COMPREHENSIVE PROGRAM WILL BE GIVEN TO YOU DURING YOUR COURSES.
**Included in the comprehensive 450+ hr training is Mat Level 1, 2, & 3, small props, as well as all of your Equipment training. If you are interested in signing up for the Pilates Mat Certificate Course separately, the dates are the first three weekends of the full training.
How do I complete the course?
All of the following must be completed in order to receive your certificate of completion:
self-study, homework, videos, and apprentice hours
BEYOND MOTION® may offer CEC’s throughout the year.
What are the course prerequisites?
Knowledge of the fitness industry and the teachings of Joseph Pilates is highly recommended. Each student should be familiar with the practice and technique of Pilates. Ideally, you should have some experience in both Mat Pilates and Pilates on the equipment before embarking on the 450+ hour teacher training.
Prior skills from an athletic activity can help develop body awareness and other attributes that are extremely beneficial to the Pilates teacher training. We will provide options for you to take Pilates equipment classes and private Pilates sessions throughout your Comprehensive Pilates Teacher Training at a discounted rate.
To book appointments at BEYOND MOTION® prior to your teacher training please contact the studio directly at 239-254-9300.
Do you have a cancellation policy?
Tuition payments made prior to the course start will be refunded if cancellation meets the above requirements. Any tuition paid is NOT refundable once the course begins. A Non-Refundable Deposit of $350.00 is due with registration to reserve your spot.