Pilates Instructor Training

We offer a comprehensive and high quality training program. We are known for producing experienced instructors, covering a curriculum that covers both the theoretical and practical aspects of Pilates, and providing mentorship for our students.

We encourage a supportive learning environment where our students gain in-depth knowledge of Pilates principles, ensuring they are well-prepared to excel in the Pilates field.

Upcoming Training:

A 30% deposit of any course is due upon registration to hold your position in the course. Remaining payment due on course start date. Payment plans are available! You can pay in full via the link below or use the code “STUDENTDEPOSIT” to pay just the 30% deposit.

Anatomy, Biomechanics & Posture Analysis

January 13 & 14, 2024

*The Anatomy, Posture Analysis, and Biomechanics is a prerequisite to all of our other courses. If you have had extensive Anatomy training in the past, you can take a test and if you pass, opt out of that course and move forward with other courses.

Mat I & II

January 20 & 21, 2024

Reformer I & II

February 17 & 18, 2024

February 24 & 25, 2024

Cadillac I & II

March 23, 2024

Barrels I & II

March 17, 2024

Chair I & II

March 16, 2024

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Pilates Academy International

The Pilates Academy International is committed to helping dedicated and qualified individuals gain the knowledge and teaching skills they need to become excellent, sought-after Pilates instructors.

A great Pilates instructor must have four essential skills:

• Solid understanding of anatomy, biomechanics and postural issues

• Strong command of the Pilates exercise repertoire

• Ability to see the need for modifications and adjust accordingly

• Ability to inspire and motivate clients to reach their fitness goals

Without all of the above skills, Pilates instructors cannot provide their clients with the best instruction they could receive and thus prevent the client from reaping all the benefits Pilates has to offer. Our program not only teaches students to analyze and assess a variety of conditions quickly-from the simple to the complex-but also instills students with a wide range of modifications of traditional Pilates exercises. Modifications preserve the intended goal of the exercises, making them accessible to all ages, body types and fitness levels.

As clients embark on their journey to discover healthier movement patterns and find more freedom in their bodies, our students are prepared to help them meet their unique fitness goals.

Each course has its own criteria, all of which can be found under Course Requirements. In summary, to become a fully trained Pilates instructor, over 200 classroom hours are required in addition to personal review, practice teaching and observation hours.  Information on all of our courses can be found on the Course Descriptions.

The Core Curriculum

All Pilates Academy International courses will focus on the following:

• Fundamental execution of each exercise

• Anatomy and biomechanics of each exercise

• Exercise modification skills

• Cueing and correcting skills

• Workout design skills

• Transition skills

• Progression skills

Program Information

Pilates Academy International offers a full range of Pilates instructor training programs. Compared to the top leaders in the Pilates industry we pride ourselves in offering a flexible schedule giving you full focus on each individual Mat, Reformer or any other Apparatus courses to insure confidence as you pursue your passion.

Our program is designed in two separate modules:

We start with the first 3 tier levels in the All Populations l courses continuing with the last 2 tier levels in the All Populations ll courses. This allows flexibility with your schedule and budget. Additional workshops and special trainings including CoreAlign® and SilkSuspension™ are also available to any Pilates Academy International students.

PAI Course Descriptions

Anatomy, Biomechanics and Posture Review (ABP) - 15 hours

This course reviews the structures (bones, muscles, joints, etc.) that form the support of the human body. An emphasis will be placed on "ideal" posture and "ideal" biomechanics of each joint while helping students learn how to detect abnormalities both statically and dynamically. Open to all personal trainers, this course is invaluable in helping you provide lasting results for your clients and increase your marketability.
This course is CEC Approved. CEC's:  (ACE) 1.2

All Populations Mat I (APM I) - 35 hours

What makes great buildings?  Great foundations!  This course teaches the first three tiers of the Pilates Mat repertoire and how to modify exercises for all age groups and fitness levels.  Emphasis is placed on maintaining variety and providing small challenges while safely progressing a client in order to avoid monotony.  Students leave the course confident and capable of creating safe and effective workouts for today’s diverse client.  68 Exercises.
Prerequisite: ABP or equivalent
This course is CEC Approved. CEC's: (ACE) 3.0

All Populations Mat II (APM II) - 5 hours

This course teaches the last two tiers of the full Pilates Mat repertoire, a necessity for students pursuing full Pilates certification with the Pilates Method Alliance (PMA). Students learn how to assess when a client is ready to be challenged and then how to progress the client safely and effectively.
Prerequisite: APM I

All Populations Reformer I (APR I) - 50 hours
This course teaches students the Reformer exercises needed to be ready to customize workouts for all ages and fitness levels. Covering the first three tiers, Fundamental through Intermediate, All Populations Reformer also teaches the "physics" of the reformer so that students understand both the way the reformer operates and the safety concerns. Emphasis is placed on the differences between Pilates machine work versus regular gym equipment so that instructors are prepared to meet the needs of clients from all backgrounds.
Prerequisite: ABP
 
All Populations Reformer II (APR II) - 18 hours

This course teaches students how to teach clients the intermediate advanced and advanced exercises to complete the full repertoire on the Pilates Reformer. Care is taken to ensure each student understands the "benchmarks" a client should accomplish before an advanced exercise is attempted, which may include exercises on other equipment.  All Populations Reformer II is a necessary component for students pursuing full Pilates certification through the Pilates Method Alliance.
Prerequisite: APR I

All Populations Cadillac I (APC I) - 30 hours
This course teaches students the fundamental first three tiers (through Intermediate) of exercises conducted on the Cadillac/tower. The Cadillac is an excellent piece of equipment on which to focus on isolated joint movements to strengthen the joint properly and correct faulty movement habits. Emphasis will be placed on the benefits of Cadillac exercises as stepping stones to more challenging exercises.
Prerequisite: ABP
 

All Populations Cadillac II (APC II)- 12 hours

Building on the previous course, this course teaches the final two tiers in the full Cadillac repertoire so you may challenge your clients safely and effectively. Some of these exercises challenge core strength significantly. Thus students will be taught the "benchmarks" for assessing when to progress a client.
Prerequisite: APCadillac I

All Populations Barrels l (APB l) - 8 hours

This course must be preceded by the All Populations Mat course. Students will learn the first three tiers of exercises on the spine corrector and ladder barrel, and, more importantly, how to incorporate the barrel into a client's workout, and use it as a support or a challenge, depending on the exercise.
Prerequisite: ABP

All Populations Barrels ll (APB ll) - 4 hours
This course builds on the material learned in the All Populations Barrels l course, adding the final two tiers of the full repertoire. Students will learn how to use these exercises to challenge both their core strength and their own body awareness and control.
Prerequisite: APBarrels
 

All Populations Chair l (APCh l) - 15 hours

This course teaches the first three tiers of Chair exercises from Fundamental I through Intermediate. Students will be taught the many merits of the chair and how to integrate this often under-used piece of equipment into clients' workout routines.
Prerequisite: ABP
 

All Populations Chair ll (APCh ll) - 12 hours

This course builds on the material learned in the All Populations Chair l course, adding the final two tiers of the full repertoire.Students will not only learn the new exercises, but also how to progress their clients carefully, delivering optimal results in strength and control.
Prerequisite: APChair

Pilates Academy International  Course Requirements

The Pilates Academy International upholds course requirements commensurate with other Pilates teachers training programs around the world.

In the chart, prospective students will find the hours required of them both in the classroom and out, as observation, personal practice and practice teaching are all necessary components of becoming a successful Pilates instructor.

PAI Hour Requirements