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100 hour Online Pilates Mat Teacher Certification

Turn your love of Pilates into something more.

If you’ve ever walked out of a Pilates mat class feeling stronger, more confident, and more connected to your body, you already understand the impact a well-taught Pilates mat class can have. Now imagine being the person who creates that experience for others.

Pilates Instructor Academy's 100-hour Online Pilates Mat Teacher Certification is designed for anyone who wants to become a Pilates mat instructor - whether you’re starting fresh, expanding your fitness career, or simply ready to share something you love.

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A Practical, Flexible Path to Becoming a Pilates Instructor

This online Pilates mat teacher certification gives you the knowledge, structure, and confidence to begin teaching safe, effective, and engaging mat Pilates classes. And because it’s 100% self-paced, you can train on your schedule and at your own pace - without putting your life on hold. 

This Pilates mat certification is for people who want a convenient, accessible and inclusive path to become a Pilates mat instructor without the high cost or rigid structure of traditional programs.

• Learn from anywhere
• No travel or weekend workshops required
• Designed for busy adults balancing work and family
• Start anytime and earn your certification on your own schedule and at your own pace
• No mandatory zoom calls
• Upon completion, this certification will meet the minimum eligibility requirements to sit for the National Pilates Certification Program (NPCP) Certification Exam

IMPORTANT NOTE – Our goal is to provide you the highest quality Online Pilates Mat Certification, and to set you up for a successful career teaching Pilates.  In order to accomplish this, we have a few pre-requisites and require customers to be pre-approved for this course.

We require that you have taken Pilates mat classes, and are at least 18 years old. 

Experience with other types of movement such as dance, yoga, group fitness, zumba and barre is helpful.  All customers must be pre-approved prior to purchasing this course. 

Course Details at a Glance

100 hours for $899 - payment plans available*

• Included in your Online Pilates Mat Teacher Certification:
• Instant downloadable PDF handouts
• Comprehensive lectures on all Pilates mat exercises
• Combination of Mat 101 (Fundamental and Beginning Pilates Mat) and Mat 102 (Intermediate and Advanced Pilates Mat)
• History of Joseph Pilates and his method of exercise
• Cueing, coaching and communication skills
• Class design and sequence guidance to make sure every client has a great experience in your Pilates mat class
• Modifications for clients of different ages and fitness levels
• Guided self-practice
• Practical preparation to teach Pilates mat classes with confidence
• Quizzes to reinforce learning and skills
• Anatomy and Biomechanics for Movement Instructors**
• Free one-to-one support from instructors with over 30 years’ experience training and certifying Pilates teachers
• Earn CEC’s for ACE, NPCP, CanFitPro and NCBMTB
• This course meets the minimum requirements for the National Pilates Certification Program (NPCP) Mat Certification Exam

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*Payment plans available to customers who qualify. Price does not include tax. Appropriate taxes are calculated on checkout.

**Anatomy text sold separately

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Continuing Education Credits:

Our courses are approved for CEC's for the American Council on Exercise (ACE) and the National Pilates Certification Program (NPCP - formerly the Pilates Method Alliance PMA), and the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork (NCBTMB), and Canadian Fitness Professionals (CanFitPro)

• Mat 101 - Continuing Education Units: ACE 1.5, NPCP (formerly PMA) 15, CanFitPro 4, NCBMTB 13
• Mat 102 – Continuing Education Units: ACE 1.0, NPCP (formerly PMA) 10, CanFitPro 4, NCBMTB 7

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FAQ's

Q – Will this certification course prepare me to teach Pilates mat classes?

A - YES!  Our course provides everything you need to teach safe, effective and fun Pilates mat classes to a variety of participants of varying skill. 

Q – I don’t live near a Pilates studio.  How can I get my self-practice and observation hours?

A - Everything you need is included in your certification - guided lectures, self-practice and even full-length classes to give you choreography inspiration.

Q - How long does it take to complete the Online Pilates Mat Teacher Certification?

A - You can take up to one year to complete the Online Pilates Mat Teacher Certification, however most people find they can complete the entire course within 4-6 months.

Q - Why do I need to be pre-approved for this course?

A - Investing in a Pilates Mat Teacher Certification is a big decision.  We want 100% of our customers to successfully complete our Pilates Certification courses and have a great experience while doing so!  Our #1 goal is to provide the highest quality Online Pilates Teacher Certifications.  In order to accomplish this, we have a few prerequisites.  We require that you have taken Pilates mat classes, and are at least 18 years old.  Experience with other types of movement such as dance, yoga, group fitness, zumba and barre is helpful. Click here to fill out our Certification Request Form.

Q - If I don't meet the minimum prerequisites does that mean I can't take the Online Pilates Teacher Certification?

A - Not necessarily.  If you don't meet some or any of the prerequisites, we can provide additional support.  Our goal is to provide the highest quality Online Pilates Teacher Certification, and prepare our customers for successful careers teaching Pilates!

Q - Do PIA Certifications qualify me to take the National Pilates Certification Program (NPCP) Exam?

A - YES! The NPCP (formerly PMA) offers 2 certification exams. Pilates Instructor Academy's certification programs can prepare you to sit for the both NPCP exams.

Pilates Instructor Academy© is a private company offering Pilates teacher training programs and certifications for Pilates Mat, Reformer and Comprehensive Pilates Equipment teachers.  Neither the Pilates Method Alliance (PMA) nor the National Pilates Certification Program (NPCP) trains instructors to teach.  The NPCP offers exams that award their titles of Nationally Certified Pilates Teacher (NCPT) and Certified Pilates Mat Teacher (NPCP-PMC). Pilates Instructor Academy is listed on the NPCP's school directory, and PIA's certification programs can prepare you to sit for the both NPCP exams.

Q - What if I have more questions?

A - No problem!! We are here to help you. Our master instructors will be available to answer questions and support you.  Just set up an appointment for an online meeting or send an email.