Pi Pilates Mat Work Teacher Training
Be ready to transform your passion for Pilates into a powerhouse career with the Pi Pilates Mat Program! This forward thinking training program is your ultimate guide to mastering the principles of Pilates mat work and unleashing your full potential as a skilled and knowledgeable Pilates teacher.
Designed to equip you with a comprehensive understanding of the Pilates mat work, this program is a game-changer for anyone looking to become a professional. With three modules, delivered over two intense and exciting weekends, you'll experience a powerful journey of learning and growth. Each module is carefully crafted to build on the previous one, helping you to develop your skills and technique from beginner to advanced level.
The program covers everything from the fundamentals of Pilates mat work to clear techniques of every exercise, verbal and hands-on teaching skills, and covers the full original 34 Pilates Mat exercises. You'll learn how to create a structured, safe and effective Pilates class that will challenge your clients and take their fitness to the next level. Plus, you'll discover how to modify exercises to suit different fitness levels, enhancing the Pilates experience for everyone.
At the heart of the Pi Pilates Mat Certification program are our experienced and classically trained Pilates instructors. They'll be with you every step of the way, providing you with personalised feedback and guidance to help you develop your teaching skills and gain the knowledge and confidence you need to be an unstoppable force in the Pilates world.
So, if you're ready to transform your passion into an exciting and fulfilling career, the Pi Pilates Mat Certification program is the ultimate choice. Whether you're a brand new or a seasoned pro, this program is your key to unlocking your full potential and achieving a deeply rewarding pathway as a Pilates instructor. Start today be part of the movement that everybody needs.
Completing all 3 modules will leave you confident and capable to teach group classes safely and comprehensively with years worth of training for you and your clients.
The Pi Mat Programme Content
Part 1 | Module 1
Introduction to Matwork Teacher Training
The Pi Pilates Intro to Mat module teaches how to safely and correctly introduce the Classical Mat repertoire to clients with no previous Pilates experience, while maintaining the important flow and rhythm. Participants will learn to deliver every exercise using a unique formula and develop teaching skills. No previous teaching experience is required, but participants should be familiar with the full Classical Mat repertoire. The course is also open to health and fitness professionals and individuals who want to advance their personal Pilates practice. A Pi Pilates Intro to Mat Certificate is issued upon successful completion of all assessments and required logged hours.
Course Title: Pi Pilates Introduction to Mat
Course Duration: 3 days in-person training + 30 hours remote self-practice and teaching & apprenticeship and one Assessment* Please note prearranged date on sign up.
Course Description:
The course covers the following topics:
Safe, intelligent, and correct teaching techniques
Introduction to classical mat repertoire for clients with no previous Pilates experience
Maintaining flow and rhythm while delivering every exercise with an exacting quality
Communication skills using voice, hands, and presence
Simple anatomy and correct muscular recruitment
Teaching skills and group teaching
Practice and apprenticeship
Course Outline:
Day 1: Safe, Intelligent, and Correct Teaching Techniques
Introduction to the course
Principles of safe, intelligent, and correct teaching techniques
Introduction to classical mat repertoire
Maintaining flow and rhythm
Unique teaching formal
On the ground teaching
Day 2: Simple Anatomy and Correct Muscular Recruitment
Introduction to simple anatomy and placement
Correct muscular recruitment
Ongoing teaching practice and skill building
Voice
Day 3: Review Practise and Apprenticeship
Practice and apprenticeship overview
Ongoing teaching practice and skill building
Access to the unique Pi Academy Classroom
Inclusion of digital manual
Personal log to track training hours
Minimum 10 X Mat classes to be taken
Assessment:
Completion of student log (30 hours)
Part 1: Multiple Choice Online Assessment
Part 2: Practical Assessment
Private Assessment Fee £150.00 online or in person
Prerequisites and Commitment:
Be familiar with and able to take yourself through the full Classical Mat repertoire
No previous teaching experience required
Receive a15% student discount for Mat classes
30 hours remote teaching practice (tracked and submitted on log)
Conclusion
Pi Pilates Intro to Mat Training is a thrilling, challenging, and supportive course that can help you become a recognised Mat Teacher or develop your teaching skills and revenue stream. Upon completion of the course, you will have the necessary skills and knowledge to teach an expert, playful 'Intro Level' Pilates class. Join us and become part of the global network of Pi teachers.
Training Programme Accredited by IPHM
The Pi Pilates Matwork Programme is accredited by IPHM Accreditation Board
Part 2 | Module 2 & 3
Completion to Matwork Teacher Training
The Pi Completion to Matwork Teacher Training continues and completes the Full Mat Work repertoire with The 34 Original exercises developed by Mr. Pilates. Participants will learn how to challenge clients and deepen their muscular connection while sharpening their teaching skills. The program includes the introduction of more complex exercises and a focus on breath and its importance to movement and life. This training builds upon the completion of the Full Mat Work repertoire with the addition of complex and playful exercises, focusing on voice, touch, and rhythm. A Completion to Mat Certificate is issued upon successful completion of and passing of all assessments and submitting the required logged hours.
Course Title: Pi Pilates Completion to Mat
Course Duration: 3 days in-person training, + 60 hours remote self-practice and teaching & apprenticeship and two Assessments* Please note prearranged dates on on sign up.
Course Description:
Safe intelligent and correct development of the Full mat repertoire
intelligent exercise knowledge
Breath and how to work for efficient movement
Knowledge of correct muscular recruitment
High level communication skills
Simple hands on | touch
Teaching and group teaching skills
Practice apprenticeship and building for success.
Course Outline:
Day 1: How to Progress a Client
Review of new exercises
Continued Development teaching skills and expertise
Introduction of more complex exercises
Focus on breath and its importance to movement
Development of art of cueing
Day 2: How to Challenge a client
Ongoing teaching practice and skill building
Completion of the Full Mat Repertoire
Practice in Full the Classical Mat Repertoire
Day 3: Review Practice & Apprenticeship
Practice and apprenticeship overview
Ongoing teaching practice and skill building
How to build for success
Assessment: Two Assessments
Assessment 1: How to Progress a Client
Completion of student log (30 hours)
Part 1: Multiple Choice Online Assessment
Part 2: Practical Assessment
Private Assessment Fee £150.00 via zoom or in person
Assessment 2: How to Challenge a Client | The Full 34 Exercises
Completion of student log (30 hours)
Part 1: Written Online Assessment
Part 2: Practical Assessment -
Private Test Out Fee £150.00 via zoom or in person
Prerequisites and Commitment:
Ability to take yourself through the Full Classical Mat repertoire
Ideally attended Intro to Mat training. Please ask if you would like to join, but are unsure.
Receive a 15% student discount for Mat classes
60 hours remote teaching practice (tracked and submitted on log)
Conclusion
Congratulations will be in order on completing the Pi Pilates Mat program! You will have gained a clear and comprehensive understanding of the principles of Pilates mat work and the skills to become a successful and effective Pilates instructor. With the ability to modify exercises, and communicate effectively, you will be ready to teach a well structured, safe and vibrant Pilates class that challenges your clients. You will be a powerful part of the movement and playing your part with ease. Join us and be part of the global network of Pi teachers.
“ Pi Pilates Mat teacher training has given me the confidence to develop my passion. My classes are busy. I would recommend this training to anyone who wants diversify and explore other parts of themselves ”
FULL COMPREHENSIVE CERTIFICATION
The Pi Pilates Full Comprehensive Teacher Training is designed to deliver the highest quality classical Pilates Teacher Training. It is a Pilates professional training teaching the integration of mind body and spirit
Pi Pilates Full Comprehensive Teacher Training Program
The Pi Pilates Comprehensive Certification is a Classical Pilates education program distinguished by Holly Murray, who, having trained first-hand with Romana Kryzanowska in 2002, continued to work closely with Bob Liekens and has studied closely the archival material (historically ignored). It really is a training connected first-hand to Joseph Pilates himself and his protege Romana Kryzanowska.
The Pi Full Comprehensive program is taught over four modules of in person training followed by an in depth and fully supported apprenticeship. You will cover the fundamentals of The Method (Intro Level), Progress clients (Progression Level), and finally challenge clients (Challenge Level).
The Pi Pilates Comprehensive Certification allows you to progress at your own pace. Each module will teach you how to level up your clients through the integration of the exercises and the correct use of the apparatus. We take care to ensure that you understand the Pilates method to be a 360-degree approach, not just a linear one. It is the integration of the exercises and the apparatus that allows the beauty and strength of The Method to shine.
You will learn how to integrate all the exercises through the use of all the apparatus in the studio. The Pilates Reformer, the Pilates Cadillac, the Pilates Wunda Chair and Pilates Barrels, not forgetting the Pedi-Pole and Magic Circles
“You can know all the exercises in The Method and still not know how to teach The Method, its an integrated system, know the system, know the concepts, now you understand The Method”
Full Comprehensive Programme at a Glance
Duration: On Average it takes about 9 months to a year. Some may travel at a quicker pace and may complete in 6 months.
Apprenticeship 600 hours: Specifically 80 hours of in person. After the in person training you will begin your apprenticeship. 12 hours online support via the unique Pi Academy Platform, attend 60 sessions/classes, and a further 450 hours of apprenticeship to include 4 Assessments , Self Practice , Teaching. Uniquely, Pi Studio is open to you 7 days a week to ensure your freedom to practice. Up on Sign Up you will receive a Pi Student Discount of 30% on all Classes and Sessions
Overview: The Pi Pilates Fully Comprehensive Teacher Training Program is broken down into 4 modules. Over the modules you will learn how to use and integrate all the apparatus for the best outcomes working clients from brand new through to expert, and uniquely how to multilevel teach. Your training will including the Pilates Reformer, the Pilates Cadillac, the Pilates Wunda Chair and Pilates Barrels, Ped-0-Pole and Magic Circle. The training is designed to allow you to move at your pace and covers over 1000 exercises from the Pilates Method.
Choice to Attend: As a Bridge participant?
You can decide to enrol on the Full Comprehensive as a Bridge participant. A Bridge participant is someone who has had a previous training on apparatus and ordinarily has access to a studio or their own studio in which to train in.
If you are brand new to teaching on the apparatus then you will not qualify for enrolment as a Bridge Participant.
However, if you have completed in full the Pi Matwork Teacher Training you may attend the Pi Full Comprehensive as a Bridge Participant.
When: In person Summer and or In Person Winter training?
We run the Pi Full comprehensive training programme twice per year. Both have the same content and same 4 modules explored.
In the summer the programme is run as 12 day intensive June/July, one rest day. In the Winter we run the same content over 4 weekends, Friday Saturday and Sunday.
*You may also choose to blend the two, choose to take 2 modules as part of the Summer Intensive (first 6 days) and then complete the training with the last two weekends (weekend 3 & 4) in the winter. Please let Pi know if this is your intention.
Apparatus Covered: Reformer, Cadillac, Wunda Chair, Ladder Barrel, Small Barrel, Spine Corrector, Pedipole and Magic Circle. & Simple Anatomy: We teach simple anatomy to allow you to communicate with other experts, and be able to work with clients and their issues.
Acceptance onto the PI Teacher Training: We expect a high degree of practice before acceptance onto the training. We suggest a minimum number of 30 private/group sessions or be able to take yourself through a progression/intermediate reformer workout on your own. You should know the transitions, names of exercises, springs and order for the reformer repertoire to a progression/intermediate level
Training Programme Accredited by IPHM
The Pi Pilates Matwork Programme is accredited by IPHM Accreditation Board
Pi Full Comprehensive Programme in Depth
Module 1: Introduction to Pilates and The Method: 3 days
Introduction to Joseph Pilates and his history, principles, and concepts of The Method
Integration of exercises and apparatus for clients new to Pilates
Introduction to the Power House Actions coined by Romana Kryzanowska
Apparatus: The Reformer, The Cadillac, The High Chair, and the Mat
Simple anatomy
Modules 2 & 3 Progression Level: 3 days & 3 days (total 6 days)
Guided instruction on how to progress clients through The Method
Guidelines on how to teach and utilise time effectively with the Session Formatting System
Understanding the links and threads between exercises and apparatus
Covering all exercises to a progression level on the mat and reformer
Apparatus: Introduction to exercises on the Cadillac, High Chair, Wunda Chair, Ladder Barrel, Small Barrel, Spine Corrector, and Magic Circle
Special Cases and Injury Management
Module 4: Challenge Level : 2 days
Completion of the full repertoire of the Mat, advanced/challenge level on the Reformer, and the most complex exercises on the other apparatus
Dynamic movement through breath and rhythm of exercises
Adding complex cueing
leave confident, curious, and inspired to inspire others.
Prerequisites:
Familiar and comfortable with a Pilates workout on the apparatus
Usually a minimum of 30 sessions
Commitment:
Completion of all in person training 4 modules
Log 600 hours of training (online, Apprenticeship in person, and taking sessions and classes
450 Apprenticeship (self practice | practice teaching | taking sessions and classes | observation
Passing all assessments both written and practicals
Review all online video content on the Pi Academy Platform
Participate in classes and privates | Minimum 60
Utilise student discount 30% discount on all classes
Assessments
We ensure deep and thorough learning through regular assessments at each level and a final assessment at the completion of 600 hours apprenticeship:
Assessment 1: Post 100 hours apprenticeship.
Written - Anatomy Based
Practical - Teach an Intro Session.
Assessment 2: Post 300 hours apprenticeship.
Written - Q&A and a Case.
Practical - Teach a full Progression Session.
Assessment 3: Post 400 hours apprenticeship.
Written - 2x Cases
Practical - Teach a Challenge/Progression Plus Session.
Final Assessment 4 and Completion of Certification: Post 600 hours apprenticeship
Written - Q&A
Practical - Multi Level Teaching
The Pi Full Comprehensive Teacher Training is is Classical and 360°.
“I loved every minute of the Full Comprehensive Training Programme! It was an intense learning experience but the programme gave me the confidence and equipped me with all the information needed to start my journey as a Classical Pilates teacher.”
A few of the enormous benefits that come with being a Pi Pilates Teacher
Sense of fulfilment: Helping others achieve their fitness goals can provide a deep sense of purpose and satisfaction in your work, leading to a sense of pride and accomplishment. Seeing the positive changes in your clients can also provide a sense of joy and happiness.
Connection with others: Building meaningful friendships and a sense of community through working towards common goals can lead to a sense of belonging and emotional support. This can provide a source of comfort and a feeling of being understood.
Increased self-awareness: Developing a deeper understanding of your own body and its movements can lead to a greater appreciation for your body and its capabilities. This can promote self-love and body positivity.
Confidence in your abilities: Feeling confident in your abilities as a Pilates teacher can lead to a greater sense of self-assurance in other areas of your life, such as relationships or career. This can provide a boost to your self-esteem and overall confidence.
Sense of purpose: Having a clear sense of purpose and direction in your work can lead to a greater sense of fulfilment and satisfaction in life. This can promote a positive outlook and a feeling of contentment.
Improved work-life balance: The freedom to set your own schedule and work independently can lead to a greater sense of control over your life, which can reduce stress and promote a sense of balance.
Transferable skills: Having transferable skills can provide a sense of security and confidence in your ability to adapt to different situations or career paths. This can promote a feeling of stability and confidence in your future.
Flexibility in your schedule: Being able to have a more flexible work-life balance can provide a greater sense of freedom and autonomy in your life. This can lead to a feeling of control over your time and a greater ability to pursue other interests or hobbies.
“Your success lies in the repertoire itself and teaching it as a whole. on the Pi Teacher Training programs we will teach you the very skills necessary to keep a class moving, with the guaranteed Pilates results of improved mind and body that everyone is seeking today, it is these results guarantee your clients return”
