Teacher training
Teacher Training course to become a certified Pilates Instructors!
Are you passionate about movement and teaching? The Body Harmonics Pilates Comprehensive Track offers an internationally recognized full Pilates teacher certification program designed for aspiring Pilates instructors. Our program preserves the integrity of the original Pilates Method while integrating current exercise and movement science, pedagogical best practices, and somatic education.
NOTE: The scheduled classroom hours of this program include the pre-requisit course, Anatomy for Motion.
Pilates Level 1-MAT (150 hours)
Mat lays the groundwork for the entire Pilates Comprehensive Track. It is divided into four modules. You learn the historical roots of Pilates, key movement principles, 75 mat exercises that build from the Body Harmonics Foundation exercises to advanced Pilates classical repertoire. The program also covers step-by-step cueing and a foolproof approach to building exercise sequences that makes Pilates accessible and challenging at the same time. You leave with a solid theoretical framework and the tools to begin teaching healthy populations in a variety of settings.
Learning Objectives
• Master the complete Pilates mat repertoire including Foundations and Classics
• Practice our unique cueing formula™ and progressive sequencing™
• Learn the art of versatile class design practices to develop mat classes for beginner, intermediate and advanced levels
• Gain an understanding of core stabilization systems
• Explore the basic movement mechanics of the spine, hip and the shoulder complex.
Pilates Level 1: Mat
Level 1- MAT (In person ) Sept- October 2027
Faculty: Sandra Bonn
Anatomy for Motion(prerequisite): Sep4 (Sat, 10am-4pm)
Module1: Sep 10-12 (Fri, 1-7pm, Sat & Sun, 10am-4pm)
Module2: Sep 24-26 (Fri, 1-7pm, Sat & Sun, 10am-4pm)
Module3: Oct 15-17 (Fri, 1-7pm, Sat & Sun, 10am-4pm)
Module4: Oct 29-31 (Fri, 1-7pm, Sat, 10am-4pm)
Location: 311 Richmond rd, suite 302| Ottawa | K1Z 6X3
Tuition: $3,099 (this includes $275 for Anatomy for Motion)
Pilates Level 2: Reformer (300 hours)
Faculty: Sandra Bonn
Pilates Level 2: Reformer
Pilates Level 2: Reformer is the next step after you graduate from Pilates Level 1: Mat. Postural and functional assessments serve as the backdrop to more than 150 exercises and modifications performed on the Pilates reformer machine. You leave knowing how to teach functional and challenging reformer group classes and one-on-one sessions with skill and confidence.
Learning objectives
. Learn the complete Pilates reformer repertoire
. Know how to create exercise modifications and variations for all levels
. Learn the art of versatile reformer class design
. Start building posture and movement assessment techniques
. Learn how to begin working with clients one-on-one
. Deepen your knowledge of functional anatomy for the spine, upper and lower limbs
You will be able to:
• Deliver group classes on the Pilates reformer for different levels
• Teach customized one-on-one sessions on the mat and reformer
• Work with healthy populations and those with minor physical limitations
Your program includes:
72 classroom hours
All program materials
Videos of all Pilates exercises covered in the program
6-month Pro Membership to Body Harmonics on Demand (classes for all levels, tutorials, and workshops)
100 hours of practice teaching
40+ hours of home study
Weekly self-practice for a minimum of 50 hours throughout the program
Progress evaluation*
*Progress evaluation includes submission of a video where a student teaches a Pilates reformer-based workout. The video parameters are discussed during the program. The video is viewed and graded by the BH Education Faculty, and each student receives a personalized feedback.
Level 2: Reformer | Feb-May 2027
Prerequisite: Pilates Level 1-Mat
Module 1 : Feb 5-7 (Fri, 1-7pm, Sat, 10am-4pm)
Module 2 : Mar 5-7 (Fri, 1-7pm, Sat, 10am-4pm)
Module 3 : April 5-7 (Fri, 1-7pm, Sat, 10am-4pm)
Module 4 : May 5-7 (Fri, 1-7pm, Sat, 10am-4pm)
location: 311 Richmond rd, suite 302| Ottawa | K1Z 6X3
Fees(before applicable taxes): $3,499
Keep your credentials up to date
At Body Harmonics, we believe in lifelong learning. Continuing education in the Pilates field helps build your credibility, professional competence and confidence.
A certification renewal system, based on required professional continuing education, is standard in the Pilates field. Body Harmonics alone provides over 60 continuing education courses to help you fulfill these requirements.
Send all your questions at: teachertraining@bodyharmonics.com