Become a Pilates Instructor

Take your Pilates practice to the next level with STOTT PILATES® techniques on both the Mat & Reformer

BECOME A PILATES INSTRUCTOR

Certificate in STOTT PILATES®

Training in Pilates allows you turn your passion into a rewarding career. We are one of the top licensed Merrithew STOTT PILATES® centres in the UK and a perfect place to begin launching your Pilates career. STOTT PILATES® is a contemporary, anatomically-based approach to Joseph Pilates’ original exercise method, incorporating modern exercise science and rehabilitation principles for a safe and highly effective low-impact workout.

We offer Mat-based and Reformer STOTT PILATES® courses alongside CPD courses and workshops to continue your Pilates training.

SKILLS YOU’LL NEED AS A PILATES INSTRUCTOR

Good communication skills.
Enthusiasm and an enjoyment to lead a group.
Ability to motivate and inspire people to achieve their goals.
Business skills if you intend to become self-employed.

WHAT THE WORK INVOLVES

Helping clients work on the mat or on specialist equipment.
Working to develop programmes that suit individuals’ needs.
Leading group training sessions.

BECOME A PILATES INSTRUCTOR

STOTT PILATES® Intensive Mat Plus™

STOTT PILATES helps to develop optimal strength, flexibility, endurance and posture, without building bulk or stressing joints. This makes it the perfect complement to cardiovascular exercise, athletic training or rehabilitation.

This course will provide you with the skills to design and teach essential and intermediate level matwork classes with small equipment, which will allow you to add variety to your sessions.

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN

Applying STOTT PILATES^®bio-mechanical principles of core stability, peripheral mobility, breathing and alignment to relevant exercises.
Breaking down essential and intermediate level exercises.
Exercise essence, muscular initiation and movement sequencing.
Applying variations to increase or decrease exercise intensity.
Modifications for specific body types, postural issues and conditions.
How to teach and communicate effectively using visual skills, verbal cueing and imagery for performance enhancement and client motivation.

BECOME A PILATES INSTRUCTOR

STOTT PILATES® Intensive Mat Plus™

FLEXIBLE LEARNING FORMATS

Our Mat Pilates courses are delivered through both online and in-person formats. Each delivery model includes elements of eLearning.

Online

10 sessions of live tutor-led classes.
Interactive eLearning.
1 day practical assessment at the venue.
Theory assessment at the venue.

Full-time

8 days face-to-face tuition.
1 day practical assessment at the venue.
Theory assessments at the venue.

WHAT COMES NEXT

Once you have mastered either Mat or Reformer Pilates, you may also choose to gain a qualification in the other to increase your offering as an instructor. There are also a variety of Pilates CPD (continued professional development) courses and workshops to help you learn new skills and build up your portfolio. As a STOTT PILATES^® instructor, you will need to earn 0.6 Continuing Education Credits each year to maintain your instructor status. Each course, CPD, and workshop you participate in will contribute toward your CECs.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

You must have a working knowledge of functional anatomy, a minimum 30 hours’ experience of Pilates classes/workouts, and three+ years teaching movement or fitness. Applicants with a strong history of Pilates participation and/or experience instructing students/clients in another field may also be considered.

QUALIFICATION

STOTT PILATES® Intensive Mat Plus™ certification.

PRICE

From £1445 (online) £1775 (Full-time).

OFFER AND PAYMENT OPTIONS

0% finance - spread the cost with interest free monthly payments.

Where are you on your Pilates Instructor career journey?

Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced

The course was challenging from the beginning. It’s pretty intense and the instructors are fantastic. You always want to be progressing to those high standards.”

Wendy Walker, YMCAfit Pilates Instructor.

The place for professional and friendly Stott Pilates^® training in a spacious well equipped studio with attentive tutors and helpful support staff."

Robert Williams, YMCAfit Pilates Instructor.

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BECOME A PILATES INSTRUCTOR

STOTT PILATES® Intensive Reformer

The STOTT PILATES Intensive Reformer covers a range of exercises and topics to prepare you to teach classes on the reformer. You'll learn how to make variations and modifications to ensure a safe and effective workout for each participant in your classes. The course also includes ways you can combine Mat and Reformer workouts for increased variety and intensity.

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN

Applying STOTT PILATES^® bio-mechanical principles of core stability, peripheral mobility, breathing and alignment to relevant exercises.
Breaking down essential and intermediate level exercises.
Exercise essence, muscular initiation and movement sequencing.
Applying variations to increase or decrease exercise intensity.
Modifying for specific body types, postural issues and conditions.
How to teach and communicate effectively using visual skills, verbal cueing and imagery for performance enhancement.

BECOME A PILATES INSTRUCTOR

STOTT PILATES® Intensive Reformer

FLEXIBLE LEARNING FORMATS

10 days of face-to-face tuition
1 day practical assessment at the venue
In-person theory assessment
Choose between a 2-week intensive
course or a 5-week part-time course

Full-Time

10 days practical over 2 weeks
plus 1 day assessment

Part-Time

10 days practical usually conducted over consecutive weekends plus 1 day assessment

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

YMCA Gym or Studio Instructor or equivalent. Alternatively, you may be a practising sports therapist, physiotherapist, or dancer.
At least 30 hours of attending Pilates classes is required.
We recommend completing the Intensive Mat-Plus™ first.

QUALIFICATION

STOTT PILATES^® Intensive Reformer.

PRICE

£1995

OFFER AND PAYMENT OPTIONS

0% finance - spread the cost with interest free monthly payments.

NEXT STEPS
Intermediate and advanced courses

Once you are a qualified STOTT PILATES^®Instructor, you can choose from a range of courses and workshops that run throughout the year, allowing you to broaden your repertoire and increase your earning potential.

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Advanced Matwork (£259)

On this course you will learn how to teach the Advanced Matwork exercises ranging from the ‘corkscrew’ to ‘scissors in the air’. The Advanced Matwork exercises build on the principles of core stability and fluidity.

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Advanced Reformer (£699)

Learn to use the various reformer components and accessories to intensify reformer repertoire and provide a stimulating workout for athletes, dancers, and highly conditioned clients. Exercises in the Advanced repertoire require greater strength, stability, and flexibility.

STOTT PILATES^®Injuries and Special Populations (£1199)

This course is intended for those already working in the fields of fitness or movement and is conducted over 4-6 days. This program will NOT prepare students to diagnose or treat any specific injuries or conditions or prescribe exercises for these populations without consultation with an appropriate health practitioner.

STOTT PILATES^®Intensive Barrels (£575)

This course prepares you to teach Level 1 (Essential and Intermediate) exercises on the Barrels. By the end of this course you will be able to fine-tune personal and circuit training programs to meet a variety of clients’ conditioning goals using the Ladder Barrel, Spine Corrector and Arc Barrel.

STOTT PILATES Advanced Barrels (£189)

This 3 hour course held over one-day equips you with 14 Advanced level exercises plus modifications using the Ladder Barrel, Spine Corrector and Arc Barrel for the highly conditioned client.

STOTT PILATES^®Intensive Cadillac (£1055)

The intensive Cadillac course prepares you to teach Level 1 (Essential and Intermediate) exercises on the Cadillac. By the end of this course you will be able to fine-tune personal and circuit training programs to meet a variety of clients’ conditioning goals with 125 exercises on the Cadillac Trapeze Table.

STOTT PILATES^®Advanced Cadillac (£249)

STOTT PILATES^®Advanced Cadillac prepares you to teach 28 Advanced level exercises plus modifications using the Cadillac for the highly conditioned client.

STOTT PILATES^®Advanced Stability Chair (£207)

STOTT PILATES^® Advanced Stability Chair provides you with 14 Advanced level exercises plus modifications using the Stability Chair™ for the highly conditioned client.

STOTT PILATES^®Intensive Chair (£655)

The intensive Chair prepares you to teach Level 1 (Essential and Intermediate) exercises on the Stability Chair™. By the end of this course you will be able to fine-tune personal and circuit training programs to meet a variety of clients’ conditioning goals.

STOTT PILATES^®Fascial Movement (£699)

The Fascial Movement course will provide you with a comprehensive understanding of fascia and how it works. You'll learn how to incorporate key fascial movement variables, such as Bounce, Sense, Expand, and Hydrate into your Pilates practice.

It was absolutely incredible. It is WELL worth every second and every penny spent.”

Sandra Calva, PT and Pilates Instructor