PILATES INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATION

WHO IS THIS PROGRAM FOR

  • Students who want to teach at Mighty or any Pilates studio around the world
  • Instructors that have been teaching Pilates at a studio that does not have full certification
  • Anyone who wants to go deep into their Pilates practice

OVERVIEW

Join us for our Pilates Instructor Certification in our Los Angeles (Santa Monica & Westwood) studio or our Bay Area studios (taught in Marin, Lafayette, & Berkeley). You’ll learn to lead the Mighty Pilates classes and 1:1 private sessions you already love from some of our senior instructors. This is a comprehensive program where you will become fully certified in Mat, Reformer, Cadillac/Tower work, Chair, learn Functional Anatomy and how to incorporate props into your repertoire. We have created custom workbooks with Classical Pilates moves and tips for Mighty style.

The program is designed around participants’ personal / work schedules and to maximize studio time with Trainers.  We know you are all busy, so elements like anatomy, and some observation or lectures can be done online, at your own pace.

PREREQUISITES

  • Take or observe at least 20 Pilates equipment classes
  • Online Anatomy Course from Breathe Academy specific to Pilates – links to be shared with students before the program and will be $297

WEEKEND DATES

Each weekend will include 3 sessions: Friday: 6-9 PM  |  Saturday: 1-6 PM  |  Sunday: 1-6 PM
Focus Area Bay Area Santa Monica
Mat Sept 13-15 Sept 27-29
Mat/Reformer Sept 20-22 Oct 4-6
Reformer Sept 27-29 Oct 18-20
Reformer Oct 4-6 Oct 25-27
Tower Oct 25-27 Nov 15-17
Tower Nov 1-3 Nov 22-24
Tower Nov 8-10 Dec 6-8
Chair Nov 15-17 Dec 13-15
Testing After each focus area and at end (your choice) After each focus area and at end (your choice)

TESTING

  • Quizzes after Mat, Reformer, Chair and Tower during weekend instruction.  Includes written and performing 5 exercises drawn at random and demonstrating them.
  • Written exam after all requirements are wrapped up
  • Teaching 30-minute mini class after all requirements are wrapped up
  • Failed Tests can be re-taken until you pass. We want you to graduate!

INCLUDED

  • 5 books filled with pictures, Pilates principles, biomechanics and an overview of classical Pilates exercises on Mat, Reformer, Chair, and Tower.  There is also a book on the Art of Teaching.
  • Over 100 hours of time in the studio – many with Master Instructors
  • Full training on Mat, Reformer, Chair and Cadillac/Tower repertoire
  • How to cue, provide modifications and incorporate props
  • Teaching 1:1 Private Sessions and tips for how to keep clients coming back
  • How to teach classes with a wide variety of skill levels – from newbies, fitness warriors, special populations (i.e., Pre/Post Natal) to advanced practitioners
  • Working with basic injuries, like neck/back problems
  • Designing a class that flows well, works all body parts, gets the heart pumping, and has minimal spring changes and moving equipment around
  • We teach you the exercises based on the traditional method developed by Joseph Pilates, but we also give you the tools to become your own, creative teacher without having to rely on a formulaic routine
  • How to teach a motivating, inspiring class from beginner classes to power Pilates
  • Up to 5 hours of observation time at Mighty Pilates and access to classes that can be observed online
  • Freedom to practice in the studios during approved times
  • 20% off Mighty classes and Private sessions over the course of your certification program

BREAKDOWN OF HOURS

Activity Hours
Anatomy Online Course and Study 52
Classroom 105
Personal Practice (taking class or practicing on own) 95
Practice Teaching 85
Observation (online & in-studio) 25
Privates 10
Testing 5
Total 400+

PRICE

Mighty Pilates total program cost is $4,697.  This includes your program costs of $4,080, book costs of $320, and your $297 online anatomy course. This does not include the cost of privates or classes required to complete the program.  

  • Mat & Chair:  $50 each
  • Reformer & Tower: $60 each
  • Art of Teaching: $100

Students will receive 20% of all Mighty classes and services until they complete test out. Free unlimited Livestream class access. 

In the Bay Area, students may use the Marin, Berkeley, & Lafayette studios to practice for free when space is available. The SF studio has limited availability and will be a $20 additional cost. 

In the LA Area, students may use the Westwood studio to practice for free when space is available. The Santa Monica studio has limited availability and it will be $20 additional cost. 

You can work with the studio managers to use the studio for practice for free when space is available. 

You will pay $297 directly to Breath Academy for the Pilates Anatomy Training Course.  If you have proof of a Pilates Anatomy Program, you do not need to pay this. 

Mighty employees receive a 30% discount.  Students with a valid school ID and class schedule receive a 25% discount. Fitness trainers (spin, yoga, barre, etc) with proof of certification receive a 25% discount. Books and anatomy are full price for anyone that gets a discount. 

Payment Schedule:

  • $500 non-refundable to reserve your spot
  • Sign up by July 15th for $300 early bird discount off final payment due one week prior to start date of program.
  • $2000 due Aug 1st
  • Remaining $1,900 due one week before the program begins

One Mighty Pilates Diversity Scholarship will be given in the Bay and one in LA.  All costs will be covered except online Anatomy. Recipient will also receive free 10 privates sessions and a 40 pack of machine classes.

Note: Class is limited and spots are not guaranteed until paid. All sales final. No refunds.  If you are not able to make a weekend, you can try to travel to another location.  If this is not an option, you will need to pay an instructor to tutor you individually ($100/hour.)Â