Pilates Mat I Teacher Training

This 45-hour course trains you to teach Pilates mat work from foundational through intermediate level. It is the entry point into the Body & Flow teacher training pathway and is open to those who have completed the Body & Flow Anatomy for Movement course or an equivalent.

The course is available in-person and in a hybrid format.

What the course covers:

• Pilates principles and how to bring them to life in every class
• Foundational through intermediate mat exercises
• Class structure and how to adapt for different fitness levels and experience
• Safe and appropriate progression for students
• Modifications and variations for individual needs
• Cueing and tactile teaching techniques
• Spotting and correcting misalignments
• Addressing posture and structural issues
• Silent practice drills for deeper movement understanding
• Class creation for individual sessions, group classes, and mixed settings
• Daily classes with the course teacher throughout the training

Course structure:

• 45 hours total, including written and practical exams
• Additional hours of observation, assisting, and practice teaching to be completed independently
• Certificate awarded upon successful completion

By the end of the course, you will have the teaching skills, observational eye, and practical confidence to lead mat classes across different levels and settings.

FAQ

Q: Is there a Pilates mat teacher training available in-person?

A: Yes. Body & Flow’s Pilates Mat I Teacher Training is available in-person and in a hybrid format.

Q: What are the prerequisites for the Pilates Mat I course?

A: Applicants are required to have completed the Body & Flow Anatomy for Movement course or an equivalent anatomy foundation.

Q: How many hours is the Body & Flow Pilates Mat I course?

A: The course is 45 hours, including a written exam and a practical exam. Students also complete additional hours of observation, assisting, and independent practice teaching. A certificate is awarded upon successful completion.

Q: Is the Pilates Mat I course suitable for complete beginners to teaching?

A: Yes. The course is designed for those entering Pilates teaching and covers everything from foundational principles through to intermediate-level exercises and practical class management.

Q: What certificate do I receive after completing the Pilates Mat I training?

A: Graduates receive a Body & Flow Pilates Mat I certificate upon passing the written and practical exams and completing the required observation and practice teaching hours.

Q: Is the Pilates Mat I course a prerequisite for other Body & Flow courses?

A: Yes. The Pilates Mat I certification is a prerequisite for the Body & Flow Pilates Reformer Teacher Training.