Mat & Reformer Pilates Teacher Training — Level 1

Start your Pilates teaching journey with Rebel Pilates.

This foundational course is designed for Pilates enthusiasts who have already experienced Pilates through private or group sessions. It equips you with the essential Pilates-specific teaching skills, practical experience, and knowledge to confidently launch your career as a skilled Fitness Pilates Instructor.

Who Is This Course For?

• Pilates lovers who’ve taken at least 20 Pilates classes (Mat and/or Reformer), in-studio or online
• People physically able to participate in three full days of in-person Pilates training
• Those ready to deepen their understanding and gain practical skills to teach with confidence and creativity

Why Choose Rebel Pilates?

• Real-World Ready: Learn directly from studio owners and instructors who work with real clients every week
• Flexible Learning: Complete Pilates-specific theory at your own pace through our interactive, gamified app
• Hands-On Support: Three full days of practical workshops to develop your teaching skills and confidence
• Studio-First Focus: Master cueing, learn class programming, and deliver engaging classes that keep clients coming back
• Verified by Pilates Aotearoa: Earn 20 CPD points per course, recognised nationally and internationally

How Your Training Works — The 4 Essential Parts

• Online Theory: 130 hours of interactive learning on Pilates foundations, anatomy & physiology, health & safety, exercise breakdowns, teaching skills, and more
• In-Person Workshop: Three full days (24 hours) of practical teaching covering 150+ exercises with progressions and regressions, hands-on support, cueing, and presentation
• Practice Hours: 20 hours of class observation + 20 hours of supervised teaching practice — all submitted and assessed
• Final Assessment: Submit a full-class video or attend an in-person assessment to demonstrate your readiness to teach
• Note: The 3-day workshop is a crucial but small part of the total 100+ hours of learning required for each certification.

What’s Included in Each Certification?

• Matwork Certification:
• Pilates history and core principles, anatomy and physiology
• The 34 Classical Pilates repertoire
• 35+ Contemporary Pilates variations
• Teaching skills
• Props introduction
• Class formatting
• Introduction to special populations, and more

• Reformer Certification:
• Anatomy & physiology refresher
• Teaching and cueing 80+ Reformer exercises
• Equipment setup
• Spring mechanics
• Programming basics
• Teaching skills
• Props introduction
• Introduction to special populations, and more

• 1:1 Mentorship: Personalised support to guide you throughout your training
• Rebel Community: Connect with passionate instructors for ongoing inspiration and networking
• Engaging Learning Tools: Interactive quizzes, gamified modules, and bite-sized lessons designed to fit into busy lives
• Ready-to-Use Class Plans: Access to a Masterclass library to help jumpstart your teaching
• Bonus: 3 months free access to the Rebel Pilates Class Programming app

This course is your launchpad — get ready to start your Pilates teaching journey with confidence. With ongoing Pilates-specific education, you’ll continue evolving into a skilled, professional Fitness Pilates Instructor.