MAT PILATES
ONLINE INSTRUCTOR CERTIFCATION
Welcome to Move Union's Online Mat Pilates Teacher Training program. 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 50 hours of online and live training designed to give you the best start as a mat Pilates instructor.
Pilates Foundations course online
Anatomy self-study via online learning portal
Repertoire self-study via online learning portal
8 hour live online contact day via Zoom
Independent practice teaching
5 Observation hours (completed online)
Video & 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, instructor skills 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?
This is a 50 hour program, consisting of a live virtual training day of 8 hours, plus self-paced study. Some of our trainees have graduated within weeks of taking the live training day, and others spread it out. You have up to 1 year to complete your program.
+ 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 online training, you’ll need to complete observation hours, and practice hours, followed by submitting a video of you teaching a class, and a class plan within 12 months.
+ When are the online days?
We host regular online live days throughout the year. Usually 1 per month. You can sign up for your online course now, get instant access and start the pre-learning. You’ll be asked to book in your online training day after enrolment. A list of our upcoming training days can be found on this page.
+ What certification will I get?
You’ll be a fully certified Mat Pilates Instructor with Move Union and be eligible to teach globally.
Next Zoom Live Training Date
April
Saturday 12th April - 10am - 5pm
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COURSE CONTENT
Pilates Foundations
The History Of Pilates
Pilates Principles
Pilates Breathing
Terminology
Spine and Posture
The Pilates Shapes
Anatomy Fundamentals
Anatomical Movements & Terms
Joints and Muscles
Exercise Science Fundamentals
Muscular Skeleton System - Spine, Trunk & Core
Muscular Skeleton System - Pelvis, Hips & Legs
Muscular Skeleton System - The Shoulder Girdle and Arms
Applied Anatomy in Pilates
Pilates Exercises
Full 34 Mat Pilates Repertoire
Breakdown, contraindications, modifications, teaching tips & props for each exercise
Bonus contemporary Mat Pilates Series
Stretch & Mobility Series
Class Planning & Teaching
Client Screening
Postural Assessments
Class planning, sequencing & flow
Working with pre & postnatal clients
Programming for beginner, intermediate & advanced classes
Cueing Success Formula
Hands On Corrections
Music in Pilates
Sample classes ….. and more!
Sample Exercise Breakdown
PRICES
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£599
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