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 two 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: Two 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: Two full days (16 hours) of practical teaching covering 80+ Reformer exercises with progressions and regressions, hands-on support, cueing, and presentation
  • Practice Hours: 10 hours of class observation + 10 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 2-day workshop is a crucial but small part of the total 100+ hours of learning required for this certification.


What’s Included in the Certification?

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


Additional Benefits

  • 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.

In-Person Workshop Intake Dates:
Note: Choose one of the workshop intakes below. Registration and online theory must be completed before attending the workshops.


Early Bird Special expires one month prior to your chosen Workshop Intake Date


  • May 3-4, 2025 - AKL
  • Sold Out


  • July 26-27, 2025 - AKL
  • Sold Out


  • Aug 16-17, 2025 - CHCH
  • 1 Spot Left


  • Oct 18-19, 2025 - AKL
  • Sold Out - Accepting Waitlist


  • Feb 28 - Mar 1, 2026 - AKL



Reformer Pilates Teacher Training — Level 1


Elevate your Pilates teaching skills with Rebel Pilates.

This course is designed for those already certified in Mat Pilates, ready to focus exclusively on Reformer Pilates teaching skills, practical experience, and knowledge to confidently lead dynamic Reformer classes.



Who Is This Course For?

  • Pilates instructors holding a Mat Pilates certification from Rebel Pilates or another reputable provider
  • People physically able to participate in two full days of in-person Pilates training
  • Those ready to deepen their understanding and master Reformer Pilates teaching with confidence and creativity


Why Choose Rebel Pilates?


  • Real-World Ready: Learn from active studio owners and instructors who teach real clients weekly
  • Flexible Learning: Complete Pilates-specific theory at your own pace through our interactive, gamified app
  • Hands-On Support: Two full days of practical workshops to develop your Reformer teaching skills and confidence
  • Studio-First Focus: Master cueing, 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 Key Parts

  • Online Theory: 100+ hours of interactive learning on Pilates foundations, anatomy & physiology, Reformer setup, spring mechanics, teaching skills, programming basics, and more
  • In-Person Workshop: Two full days (16 hours) of practical teaching covering 80+ Reformer exercises with progressions, regressions, hands-on support, cueing, and presentation
  • Practice Hours: 10 hours of class observation + 10 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 2-day workshop is a crucial but small part of the total 100+ hours of learning required for the Reformer certification.


What’s Included?

  • Reformer Certification:
  • Anatomy & physiology refresher
  • Teaching and cueing 80+ Reformer exercises
  • Equipment setup and spring mechanics
  • Programming basics
  • Teaching skills
  • Props introduction
  • Introduction to special populations, and more
  • 1:1 Mentorship: Personalised support 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 Reformer Pilates teaching journey with confidence. Ongoing Pilates-specific education will help you evolve into a skilled, professional Fitness Pilates Instructor.

Reformer Pilates Teacher Training — Level 1


Elevate your Pilates teaching skills with Rebel Pilates.


This course is designed for those already certified in Mat Pilates, ready to focus exclusively on Reformer Pilates teaching skills, practical experience, and knowledge to confidently lead dynamic Reformer classes.



Who Is This Course For?

  • Pilates instructors holding a Mat Pilates certification from Rebel Pilates or another reputable provider
  • People physically able to participate in two full days of in-person Pilates training
  • Those ready to deepen their understanding and master Reformer Pilates teaching with confidence and creativity


Why Choose Rebel Pilates?


  • Real-World Ready: Learn from active studio owners and instructors who teach real clients weekly
  • Flexible Learning: Complete Pilates-specific theory at your own pace through our interactive, gamified app
  • Hands-On Support: Two full days of practical workshops to develop your Reformer teaching skills and confidence
  • Studio-First Focus: Master cueing, 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 Key Parts

  • Online Theory: 100+ hours of interactive learning on Pilates foundations, anatomy & physiology, Reformer setup, spring mechanics, teaching skills, programming basics, and more
  • In-Person Workshop: Two full days (16 hours) of practical teaching covering 80+ Reformer exercises with progressions, regressions, hands-on support, cueing, and presentation
  • Practice Hours: 10 hours of class observation + 10 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 2-day workshop is a crucial but small part of the total 100+ hours of learning required for the Reformer certification.



What’s Included?

  • Reformer Certification:
  • Anatomy & physiology refresher
  • Teaching and cueing 80+ Reformer exercises
  • Equipment setup and spring mechanics
  • Programming basics
  • Teaching skills
  • Props introduction
  • Introduction to special populations, and more
  • 1:1 Mentorship: Personalised support 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 Reformer Pilates teaching journey with confidence. Ongoing Pilates-specific education will help you evolve into a skilled, professional Fitness Pilates Instructor.

Reformer Pilates Teacher Training — Level 1



Elevate your Pilates teaching skills with Rebel Pilates.


This course is designed for those already certified in Mat Pilates, ready to focus exclusively on Reformer Pilates teaching skills, practical experience, and knowledge to confidently lead dynamic Reformer classes.


Who Is This Course For?


  • Pilates instructors holding a Mat Pilates certification from Rebel Pilates or another reputable provider
  • People physically able to participate in two full days of in-person Pilates training
  • Those ready to deepen their understanding and master Reformer Pilates teaching with confidence and creativity


Why Choose Rebel Pilates?


  • Real-World Ready: Learn from active studio owners and instructors who teach real clients weekly
  • Flexible Learning: Complete Pilates-specific theory at your own pace through our interactive, gamified app
  • Hands-On Support: Two full days of practical workshops to develop your Reformer teaching skills and confidence
  • Studio-First Focus: Master cueing, 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 Key Parts


  • Online Theory: 100+ hours of interactive learning on Pilates foundations, anatomy & physiology, Reformer setup, spring mechanics, teaching skills, programming basics, and more
  • In-Person Workshop: Two full days (16 hours) of practical teaching covering 80+ Reformer exercises with progressions, regressions, hands-on support, cueing, and presentation
  • Practice Hours: 10 hours of class observation + 10 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 2-day workshop is a crucial but small part of the total 100+ hours of learning required for the Reformer certification.



What’s Included?


  • Reformer Certification:
  • Anatomy & physiology refresher
  • Teaching and cueing 80+ Reformer exercises
  • Equipment setup and spring mechanics
  • Programming basics
  • Teaching skills
  • Props introduction
  • Introduction to special populations, and more
  • 1:1 Mentorship: Personalised support 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 Reformer Pilates teaching journey with confidence. Ongoing Pilates-specific education will help you evolve into a skilled, professional Fitness Pilates Instructor.