Meet Your Instructors
"If you just teach the exercise, then I have to ask you... are you a teacher or are you a conveyor belt?Pilates is a concept. We teach concepts."
~ Eve Gentry
How the Program Works
Our Teacher Training Program combines in-person instruction, independent coursework, practical experience, and mentorship to prepare students to become confident Pilates instructors. The program is divided into two modules.
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​Module 1 consists of five in-person training weekends focused on The Fundamentals (unique to our program; created by Michele Larsson), Mat and Reformer, complemented by online coursework, personal practice, observation, practice teaching, and required lessons with a Master Teacher. Upon successful completion of the written and practical examinations for Module 1 students will receive a Certificate of Completion and are qualified to teach Mat and Reformer.
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Students who wish to continue their education and become comprehensively trained may enroll in Module 2, which consists of two in-person training weekends covering Cadillac, Chair, Ped-o-Pull, Barrels, and Magic Circle. Module 2 also includes independent coursework and practicum requirements. Upon successful completion of the practical examination, students receive a second Certificate of Completion and are considered comprehensively trained in the full Pilates repertoire.
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Completion of both modules fulfills the requirements of our 450-hour teacher training program and qualifies graduates to sit for the National Pilates Certification Exam. National certification is not required to teach pilates; however, some studios may require it as part of their hiring process.
“Best Pilates studio in Pittsburgh !! The instructors at the Movement Hub are so knowledgeable, kind, and really help clients develop a deeper understanding of their bodies and the Pilates repertoire. I recently completed their teacher training and could not be more pleased with their incredible program. Sueann is a great mentor and was very supportive and available throughout the entire process. I felt extremely prepared to start teaching with a great foundation in anatomy. At TMH, you’ll learn more than just how to teach the exercises—you will be able to confidently engage with clients of various abilities while tailoring sessions with safe modifications and adjustments, as well as offer advancements. The experience that The Movement Hub instructors have is invaluable whether you are taking classes or enrolled in their teacher training program. I have nothing but amazing things to say about this studio!! If you are considering becoming a Pilates teacher, this is the best training in the city!”
Alanna Ciardi, Teacher Training Graduate
Program Breakdown
Module 1
Mat & Reformer
Program Structure:
Module 1 is divided into 5 learning blocks each consisting of an in-person training weekend. This allows students to progress through the program in manageable stages.
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Block 1: Sept. 25th, 26th, 27th–– $850
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Block 2: Nov. 13th, 14th, 15th –– $850
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Block 3: Jan. 8th, 9th, 10th –– $850
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Block 4: Feb. 26th, 27th, 28th –– $850
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Block 5: April. 2nd, 3rd, 4th –– $850
​Students may pay for each block individually as they progress through the program or pay the full tuition upfront.
Online Coursework Includes:
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Pilates Exercises and Lectures
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Reading and Journaing Assignments
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Quizzes
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In Studio Practicum Hours:
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Practice Teaching
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Personal Practice
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Observation
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15 Lessons with a Master Teacher is required​
Included Materials:
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Online Library of exercises, anatomy content, and lectures
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Access to online materials while registered in the program
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Training manual
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Required Reading
(Purchased Separately)
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Return to Life — Joseph Pilates
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Dynamic Alignment Through Imagery — Eric Franklin
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Anatomy of Movement — Blandine Calais-Germain
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Trail Guide to the Body — Andrew Biel​
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Investment
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Program Tuition: $4,250
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Test-Out Fee (Written & Practical): $300
(Purchased Separately)
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15 Lessons with a Master Teacher
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Student Liability Insurance
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Upon Completion
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Certificate of Completion
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Qualified to teach Mat & Reformer Pilates
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Module 2
Cadillac, Chair, Auxiliary
Program Structure:
Module 2 is divided into 2 learning blocks each consisting of an in-person training weekend. This allows students to progress through the program in manageable stages.
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Block 1: Dates TBA
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Block 2: Dates TBA
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​Students may pay for each block individually as they progress through the program or pay the full tuition upfront.​​
Online Coursework Includes:
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Pilates Exercises and Lectures
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Reading and Journaling Assignments
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Quizzes
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In Studio Practicum Hours:
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Practice Teaching
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Personal Practice
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Observation
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15 Lessons with a Master Teacher is required​
Included Materials:
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Online Library of exercises, anatomy content, and lectures
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Access to online materials while registered in the program
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Training manual included
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Investment
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Program Tuition: $1,700
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Test-Out Fee (Practical): $150
(Purchased Separately)
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15 Lessons with a Master Teacher
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Student Liability Insurance
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Upon Completion
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Certificate of Completion
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Comprehensively trained in the full Pilates repertoire
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Eligible to sit for the National Pilates Certification Exam (upon completion of both modules)
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Training Hours Breakdown
Module 1
Personal Practice
75 Hours
Practice Teaching
75 Hours
Observation
30 Hours
Lessons with Master Teacher
15 Hours
Weekend Seminars
Online Learning & Assignments
100 Hours
Total Hours
295 Hours
Training Requirement
Hours
Training Hours Breakdown
Module 2
Personal Practice
45 Hours
Practice Teaching
45 Hours
Observation
20 Hours
Lessons with Master Teacher
15 Hours
Weekend Seminars
Online Learning & Assignments
30 Hours
Total Hours
155 Hours
Training Requirement
Hours
450 Hours Total
Program Completion
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Certificate of completion after testing out
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Qualify graduate to sit for National Certification Exam
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