Professional mat and Reformer Pilates Teacher Training
Train directly with one of the most respected names in Pilates: Michael King. With over 45 years of teaching experience, Michael is a pioneer in the field. His approach builds a strong foundation in Pilates while giving teachers the confidence to develop their skills, express their individuality, and bring their authentic personalities into the studio.
In this course, you’ll gain:
A strong foundation in the original Pilates method, covering both mat and reformer work and grounded in decades of tradition.
The practical skills to teach safe, effective and adaptable classes, in both one-to-one and group settings.
An internationally recognised qualification, built on decades of teaching excellence and designed to give you professional credibility and confidence from day one.
A flexible blend of online learning and in-person training, delivered at the depth and standard required to become a capable, confident Pilates teacher.
Your training weeks at Reformer Pilates HQ are:Level 3 Pilates Matwork: 23–26 November 2026 (9am–5pm)
Level 3 Pilates Studio Reformer: 11–14 January 2027 (9am–5pm)
Go from Pilates enthusiast to qualified instructor in just two intensive training weeks—and gain a qualification that enables you to teach around the world.
To achieve the full YMCA-approved qualification in teaching Reformer Pilates, you must complete both:Level 3 Diploma in Instructing Pilates Matwork
Level 3 Diploma in Instructing Pilates Studio Reformer
Become A fully qualified pilates instructor
Training Pathway
Our training follows a clear and logical progression, ensuring strong foundations before advancing to apparatus-based teaching.
Level 3 Mat Pilates Qualification
This is the essential foundation of professional Pilates teaching.
You will learn:
Functional anatomy and biomechanics
Core principles of Pilates
Safe and effective mat-based programming
Cueing, corrections, and modifications
Teaching diverse bodies and abilities
Outcome:
Level 3 Mat Pilates Qualification
Ability to teach Mat Pilates professionally
Strong anatomical understanding required for apparatus work
Price:
£790.00 (+VAT) or you can pay via Klarna and spread the payments for up to 36 months
Level 3 Reformer Pilates Qualification
Building on your Level 3 foundation, this stage focuses on comprehensive Reformer education.
You will learn:
Reformer apparatus mechanics and setup
Full Reformer repertoire
Progressions, regressions, and programming
Client assessment and class design
Teaching group and 1:1 Reformer sessions
Injury awareness and contraindications
Outcome:
Qualification to teach Reformer Pilates
Eligibility to teach in studios internationally (subject to local requirements)
Confidence to teach safely, creatively, and professionally
Price:
£790.00 (+VAT) or you can pay via Klarna and spread the payments for up to 36 months
train with Michael King, a legend in the pilates world
In an industry where Pilates training has become increasingly diluted, ReformerPilates.com was created to do things properly.
Our Teacher Training Programme is built for those who want more than a short course or ‘studio specific’ certificate. It’s for teachers and studios who value credibility, clarity, and long-term career progression.
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You Graduate Qualified, Not Just Certified
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Industry-Leading Education Partner
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Credibility That Travels With You
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Part of the Reformer pilates.com Ecosystem
the importance of being qualified
Qualification v’s Certification – Why It Matters
choose a course that offers you a
full qualification
Structured syllabus mapped to industry standards
Formal assessments and teaching practice
Recognised credentials
Eligibility for professional insurance
Broader employability across studios
certification only courses are often very limited
Attendance-based training
Limited assessment
Studio-specific methods
Often not recognised outside that brand or studio
IMPORTANT Without a recognised qualification it is difficult to obtain suitable Insurance cover
ensure you spend your time and money on recognised teaching qualifications
In recent years, the Pilates industry has seen a rise in studio-led and brand-led training programmes. While many of these offer certification, they do not provide a recognised teaching qualification.
industry led training
Our Education Partner: Michael King
ReformerPilates.com has partnered with Michael King, one of the most established and respected educators in the global Pilates industry, to deliver a teacher training programme built on depth, integrity, and professional standards.
Industry-recognised qualifications
Michael King has been educating Pilates teachers for decades. His qualifications are trusted by studios, insurers, and professional bodies worldwide.
Robust anatomy and movement science education
Michael King is widely recognised for his anatomy-led, evidence-informed approach to movement education.
A syllabus aligned with modern studio demands
Developed through Michael King’s education framework, reflecting real-world studio teaching, clients, and expectations.
Teaching standards that meet professional and insurance requirements
Our programme follows Michael King’s recognised training framework, meeting professional teaching standards and supporting insurance eligibility.
FAQs
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ReformerPilates.com HQ, Arise Innovation Hub, Science Park, Maypole Blvd, Harlow, Essex, CM17 9TX
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For the course, we ask attendees to have some experience with reformer pilates or mat pilates. We ask attendees to confirm that they have attended at least 20 reformer or mat pilates classes.
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The online training is provided to help you come to the in-person training prepared to get the most out of it.
There are free classes to attend and observe.The anatomy and physiology components are currently facilitated by Drummond and if you have not done this as part of another fitness or physiotherapy course, this is a chunky section of learning. Together there is approximately 60 hours of learning per course.
The online platform will also help drive you to an submit your assessment to gain your qualification.
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Everyone learns at different speeds, but around 30 hours for each course.
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At the end of the in person training and subject to completion of critical sections.
Each student will submit a video of a 1 hour class to a minimum of 5 attendees. This can be done up to 3 months after the training sessions, providing you plenty of time to practice before submitting.
LARS submission detailing the planning of your class and other questions to answer around your approach.
Successful attendance of the 4 days for each course.
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Feel free to contact us, but there are many local and familiar hotel chains:
We recommend The Green Man, Old Harlow (it’s where Michael stays during the training and he makes for great dinner company!)