Certification Curriculum

A central focus of the Soho Pilates Teacher Training will be helping students understand the thread that connects the entire Pilates system.

Rather than learning Mat, Reformer, Chair and Cadillac as separate collections of exercises, students will learn how the same fundamental principles and movement patterns appear throughout the system, such as:

  • How a movement introduced on the Mat develops on the Reformer

  • How beginner exercises prepare the body for intermediate work

  • How intermediate exercises lead into advanced repertoire

  • How the same movement concepts appear across different apparatus

  • How the apparatus can be used to prepare, support or challenge a movement

  • How exercises can be progressed or regressed

  • How to build a coherent session rather than simply select individual exercises

The goal is for students to begin seeing the system rather than memorizing the system.

This concept will be introduced from the very first weekend and continue throughout the entire program.

THE THREAD OF OUR SYSTEM

600-HOUR COMPREHENSIVE CERTIFICATION

A comprehensive Pilates teacher-training program built around deep apparatus education, teaching experience, anatomy, movement analysis and an understanding of the method as an interconnected system.

We are leading in the industry for the most amount of educational hours for our students, so that you can actually absorb the depth of your Pilates training

 Institute I — Foundations / Mat
 Institute II — Reformer I: Beginner & Intermediate
 Institute III — Cadillac / Tower / Special Cases

Institute IV — Reformer II : Advanced
 Institute V — Chairs / Barrels / Auxiliary Apparatus
 Institute VI — Integration / Professional Teaching

Program at a Glance

600 Total Training Hours

  • 168 hours — In-Person Faculty Training
    Six immersive training institutes covering the Pilates system, repertoire, anatomy, movement principles, teaching methodology, and practical application.

  • 75 hours — Observation
    Observe experienced instructors across a range of clients, abilities, and teaching environments. Develop the ability to recognize movement patterns, understand effective cueing, and analyze teaching decisions.

  • 150 hours — Practice Teaching
    Gain hands-on teaching experience through structured practice sessions, peer teaching, programming, and instruction with real clients.

  • 25 hours — Supervised Apprenticeship & Assisting
    Work alongside experienced instructors in a professional studio environment, assisting with classes and developing practical teaching skills under faculty guidance.

  • 125 hours — Self-Practice
    Deepen personal understanding of the method through consistent practice across Mat and apparatus.

  • 15 hours — Client Casework & Programming
    Complete structured client casework, including movement observation, program design, session documentation, progression, and reassessment.

  • 10 hours — Faculty Mentorship
    Receive individualized guidance, feedback, and support throughout the training process.

  • 27 hours — Independent Study
    Complete assigned reading, written work, anatomy study, and curriculum review.

  • 5 hours — Formal Assessments
    Demonstrate knowledge and teaching competency through written and practical evaluations.