MAT PILATES
INSTRUCTOR CERTIFCATION
Welcome to Move Union's Mat Pilates Teacher Training program in Bristol. Transform your passion for Pilates into a rewarding career or deepen your own personal practice.
Comprehensive Curriculum
Our curriculum blends the latest in exercise science with classical Pilates principles. You’ll learn everything from anatomy and biomechanics to cueing techniques and class design, giving you a well-rounded education that’s both deep and practical.
Community and Support
When you join Move Union, you’re not just signing up for a course; you’re joining a supportive and inspiring community. Connect with fellow trainees, share experiences, and grow together in a nurturing environment.
Course outline
Our Mat Pilates teacher training course is 75 hours of online and live training designed to give you the best start as a mat Pilates instructor.
10 hours pre-training
30 contact hours delivered in our Bristol studio over 5 days (or online)
Anatomy self-study via online learning portal
Repertoire self-study via online learning portal
20 hours in-class observation and participation
15 hours independent practice teaching
In studio or online assessment
what’s covered
Pilates Foundations
Technique and how to teach the original 34 classical Pilates mat exercises plus, innovative and effective supporting exercises that help to reinforce the classical exercise concepts through movement
Class Design and Sequencing:
Create engaging, well-structured classes that keep your clients coming back.
Online Portal & Manual
Get access to your online learning portal and study the pre-learning sections at your own pace. You’ll also receive a full manual to keep and refer back to for your training and beyond.
Anatomy Fundamentals
You’ll get all the foundational anatomy and physiology, in a mat Pilates class context, so that you can create effective and safe classes.
Effective Cueing& Teaching technique:
Master the art of clear, concise, and motivating cues to guide your clients through their practice. This includes alignment, breathing, correct technique, common errors and how to correct them, modifications, progressions, contraindications and tactile cueing.
and more…
Our comprehensive program is designed to fully equip you to become a Pilates instructor, teaching Pilates as an integrated system with all the equipment developed by Joseph Pilates. You’ll delve into the functional principles behind authentic exercises, master the art of creating thoughtful session plans, and develop precise and effective cueing techniques. Supported by practical anatomy, voice training, and essential business skills, this course provides a robust foundation. Delivered through in-person classes and online modules, our program offers flexible learning options to suit your schedule.
Why Move Union?
Move Union was created to help aspiring instructors access contemporary training that sets you up for success in today’s boutique fitness business. We’ve over 35 years of teaching experience combined, and have worked at top studios & gyms globally (and as studio owners ourselves, we know what matters most). Our programs not only give you the tools you need to teach a format, but also the skills to stand out.
Got questions?
We’ve got answers!
+ What experience do I need to take this course?
You don’t need any experience to join this course but we do recommend that you’ve tried Pilates and have taken several classes.
+ How long will this course take?
Our live trainings happen over 5 days with about 10 hours of pre-course learning. You’ll have 6 months post your live training to complete your final assessments and practice teaching.
+ Will I need other qualifications to start teaching?
You can start teaching right away, but you’ll need to get a CPR and AED certificate and insurance in the UK. We can recommend providers that will cover you.
+ How does the test out work?
Prior to your course you’ll take Anatomy Fundamentals and Pilates Foundations via your online portal, which are assessed by quizzes. After your live training, you’ll need to complete a minimum number of practice, observation and participation hours, followed by submitting a video of you teaching a class, within 6 months.
+ Where is the course held?
In our Bristol studio, MOHIITO. The program consists of 1 evening session from 6pm - 9pm and 4 further days of 7 hours, usually on the weekends on Saturdays and Sundays.
+ What certification will I get?
You’ll be a fully certified Mat Pilates Instructor with Move Union and be eligible to teach globally.
Bristol UK
March 2025
2 Weekends of Training
7th March 6pm - 9pm
8th March 12pm - 7pm
9th March 12pm - 7pm
22nd March 12pm - 7pm
23rd March 12pm - 7pm
PRICES
Pay in full or spread the cost by using Klarna on check out. (If paying via Klara please allow 48 hours for course access). Contact us for other payment plan options.
Pay In Full
£699
Use Klarna
£ 233
x 3 monthly payments