Mat Pilates Teacher Training
The BARE Mat Pilates Teacher Training is a comprehensive 100-hour certification designed to prepare the next generation of confident, knowledgeable, and impactful Pilates instructors.
Through four immersive weekends of hands-on education, observation, practice teaching, and mentorship, you'll develop the skills to teach with confidence while learning the BARE Method—a unique approach that blends Classical Pilates, Contemporary movement, and Sculpt training.
Whether your goal is to teach in a studio, grow your personal brand, or build your own fitness business, this certification is designed to give you the education and confidence to begin your teaching career.
WEEKEND 1
Foundations
— understanding Pilates and the body
WEEKEND 2
Movement
— integrating exercises and building classes
WEEKEND 3
Teaching
— developing instructor skills and adaptability
WEEKEND 4
Application
— sequencing and teaching full classes
The Foundations of Pilates
YOU WILL LEARN:
- History of the Pilates Method
- The Six Pilates Principles
- Breath & Core Connection
- Alignment & Posture
- Movement Fundamentals
- Building a Strong Pilates Foundation
Anatomy & Biomechanics
YOU WILL LEARN:
- Functional Anatomy
- Core Anatomy
- Joint Mechanics
- Functional Movement
- Muscle Activation
- Injury Prevention
- Safe Movement Principles
Classical, Contemporary & Sculpt Pilates
YOU WILL LEARN:
- Breakdown of classical mat exercises
- Introduction to contemporary variations
- Understanding purpose, muscle activation, and proper form
- Learning how to blend both styles seamlessly
Class Programming & Structure
YOU WILL LEARN:
- Building Beginner Classes
- Intermediate Programming
- Advanced Sequencing
- Flow & Transitions
- Music Selection
- Creating Balanced Class Programming
- Building Confidence as a Teacher
Modifications & Client Adaptation
YOU WILL LEARN:
- Beginners
- Pregnancy
- Postpartum
- Injury Modifications
- Older Adults
- Athletic Populations
- Creating an Inclusive Class Experience
Props & Weighted Pilates
YOU WILL LEARN:
- Pilates Ball
- Magic Circle
- Resistance Bands
- Light Dumbbells
- Sliders
- Creative Programming with Props
- Resistance Progressions
Building Your Pilates Business
YOU WILL LEARN:
- Building Your Personal Brand
- Branding Yourself as an Instructor
- Social Media Strategy
- Content Creation
- Growing Your Online Presence
- Finding Studio Opportunities
- Teaching Auditions
- Pricing Yourself as an Instructor
- Creating Community
- Hosting Events & Collaborations
- Building Your Own Pilates Business
Practical Teaching Experience
YOU WILL LEARN:
- Practice Teaching
- Observation
- Cueing Techniques
- Hands-On Corrections
- Instructor Feedback
- Voice & Presence
- Classroom Management
- Teaching with Confidence
Tuition
FEES
Early Bird: $1,600 (through November 30, 2026)
Regular Tuition: $2,000
Become a BARE Certified Instructor
START YOUR JOURNEY
Join us this January and become part of the next generation of BARE instructors.
Through immersive education, hands-on mentorship, and a supportive community, you'll leave prepared to confidently teach, inspire, and grow within the Pilates industry.
Whether your goal is to teach at a boutique studio, build your own brand, or create a thriving career in fitness, the BARE Mat Pilates Teacher Training will provide you with the knowledge, confidence, and support to take that next step.
