Question 1

Do I need Pilates experience for the Mat Plus Teacher training program?

Accepted Answer

Yes, some Pilates experience is required.  It is important to know that you enjoy the movement modality and have felt some of the benefits that it provides.

Question 2

Do I need Pilates experience for the Mat and Reformer Teacher training program?

Accepted Answer

Yes, for the Mat and Reformer Pilates teacher training you need to have familiarity with the Reformer and Pilates mat work. Ideally you have at least 20 hours of group class and/or Private lesson time with a qualified Pilates teacher. This prerequisite ensures that you are competent in the basic and intermediate movements of Pilates and have an understanding of the different apparatus.

Question 3

Do I need Pilates experience for the Comprehensive Pilates Teacher training program?

Accepted Answer

Yes, for the comprehensive program you need to have completed a minimum of 20 Private lessons with a comprehensively trained Pilates teacher.  This prerequisite ensures that you are competent in the basic and intermediate movements of Pilates and have an understanding as well as experience using the different Pilates equipment.  The comprehensive program is to teach you how to TEACH Pilates, so it helps if you can already execute the basic and intermediate movements.

Question 4

Do I need a background in Kinesiology or Anatomy?

Accepted Answer

No, this is not a perquisite as we will cover the required Anatomy during the training programs. However, it is a great asset if you do have education in these areas.

Question 5

Can I pay in installments?

Accepted Answer

A Deposit of 50% of tuition is due upon acceptance to reserve your place in the program. This deposit is non-refundable after the first seminar has begun. The balance of tuition must be paid at the beginning of the first seminar weekend. 50% of this balance is refundable if a student withdraws no later than 30 days after the beginning of the first seminar.  We use Humm as our financing partner.  Contact the Apprentice Supervisor for further information.

Question 6

How much does it cost?

Accepted Answer

The fees are as follows: Non-refundable application fee of $150 for the Comprehensive program and $75 for the Group Equipment and Mat Plus program.

The Mat Plus Teacher training program costs $2500.00, The Mat and Reformer teacher training program costs $35000.00, and the Comprehensive Pilates teacher training program cost $6500.00.  Each program also has a required number of Private Pilates sessions that must be completed over the course of the apprenticeship. These would be at the going rate at your local studio.

Testing Fees: $100 for the Basic and Intermediate Comprehensive Test, $150 for the Final Comprehensive Evaluation. $150 for the Final Matt and Reformer Evaluation. $100 for the Final Mat Plus Evaluation

Question 7

How long does it take?

Accepted Answer

The Mat Plus Pilates teacher training program requires 150 hours of apprenticeship plus the multi weekend learning sessions. This takes between 4 and 6 months to complete depending how many hours per week you can dedicate to your training.

The Group Equipment teacher training program requires 300 hours of apprenticeship plus the multi weekend learning sessions. This takes between 6 and 9 months to complete depending on how many hours you dedicate to your training.

The Comprehensive Pilates Teacher training program requires 600 hours of apprenticeship plus the multi weekend learning sessions. This takes between 9 and 18 months to complete depending how many hours per week you can dedicate to your training.

Question 8

What if there isn't a classical studio to apprentice at where I live?

Accepted Answer

Apprenticeship is a key part of the program so ensuring that you have a space to do your practice teaching with Classical equipment is important. If this is a concern for you, please contact the Apprenticeship Coordinator and we’ll be happy to work out a plan that works.

Question 9

How would I get my apprentice hours?

Accepted Answer

Apprenticeship hours are generally completed at the training center with an agreed upon schedule with the studio owner.   Any concerns and questions you may have about this detail, please schedule a meeting with the Apprenticeship Coordinator to discuss your options.

Question 10

Can I take this course virtually?

Accepted Answer

This may be possible but will be addressed on a case-by-case basis.

Question 11

Can I travel to the training and then apprentice in my hometown?

Accepted Answer

Yes, this is possible if you have a relationship with a classical studio in your hometown who has agreed to allow you to complete apprenticeship hours there.   The apprenticeship supervisor is able to help a studio owner understand the needs of the arrangement and can help with forging a path that works.

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