IN-PERSON COURSES

Each in-person course includes a face-to-face training component, with flexible time to complete Your online assessments and self-development hours.

You may complete Your course sooner than the full timeframe — the extended weeks are simply there to support You if You are working, have family commitments, or would like more time to go through the content. Here’s the breakdown:

Reformer Instructor Course
You can finish in as little as 3 weeks or take up to 9 weeks.
This includes 3 in-person weekends, plus up to 6 additional weeks to complete Your online assessments and self-development hours if needed.

Mat Pilates Instructor Course
You can complete the course in 2 weeks or take up to 8 weeks.
This includes 2 in-person weekends, plus up to 6 additional weeks for online assessments and self-development hours if needed.

Barre Instructor Course
You can finish in as little as 1 week or take up to 7 weeks.
This includes 1 in-person weekend, plus up to 6 weeks for online assessments and self-development hours if required.

Once You have enrolled in the course via the website, You receive instant access to the content, so You can start studying if You wish prior to the first face-to-face session.

If You need more time after the final face-to-face sessions, once the in-person training is complete, You have up to 6 weeks to complete the remaining assessments and self-development hours, allowing You to progress at a pace that suits Your schedule.

Please note You will have 12 months of access to our online course materials from the date of registration, allowing You to revisit the content whenever You need.

Whether You want to fast-track Your certification or take Your time, our courses are designed to adapt to Your schedule.

ONLINE COURSES
For our online Reformer, Barre, and Mat Instructor Courses, You have up to one year from registration to complete Your certification.

The duration depends on how much time You want to commit – You can fast-track Your learning and complete it in just a few weeks, or take Your time and progress at a pace that suits You. With 12 months of access to course materials from the registration date, You can always revisit the content as needed.

Becoming a confident, skilled and well-rounded Pilates instructor requires more than just learning theory – it’s about practicing, observing and embodying the Pilates method. That is why our courses include self-development hours, giving participants essential hands-on experience before they begin teaching professionally.

These hours are self-logged and include:

20 Observation Hours – Watching experienced instructors teach is a powerful learning tool. By observing different teaching styles, cueing techniques and class structures, you will gain valuable insight into how to effectively lead a class, correct form and create engaging client experiences.

20 Participation Hours – Experiencing Pilates as a student is key to understanding movement from a client’s perspective. These hours help you refine your own technique, feel the exercises in your body, and develop a deeper connection with the repertoire you will be teaching.

10 Practice Teaching Hours – Confidence comes with practice! These hours provide the space to apply what you have learned, refine your cueing, adapt exercises for different clients and receive valuable feedback. The more you teach, the more naturally and effectively your skills will flow.

These hours can be completed in-person or online; however, we strongly encourage participants to complete as many as possible in real-life class settings.

This allows you to:

Experience the energy and flow of a live class.
Observe how instructors manage client dynamics and deliver hands-on corrections.
Build confidence teaching and cueing in front of others.
Ask questions and interact with real clients and instructors.
Develop communication, presence and professionalism in a studio setting.

We also recommend choosing one or more studios near you where you can genuinely see yourself teaching once certified. Consider joining their classes through a membership, class pack or casual drop-in to complete your observation and participation hours. This not only helps you get familiar with the studio’s environment, instructors and class style, but also gives the team a chance to get to know you — opening doors for future opportunities.

While online observation and practice are helpful, nothing compares to the immersive learning that happens when you’re part of a real-life studio environment. These hours ensure you graduate not only with knowledge but with the readiness to step into a professional class and lead with clarity and confidence.

The Reformer and Mat Pilates face-to-face courses include Practice Teaching Sessions, which are not compulsory but highly recommended. These sessions provide an invaluable opportunity for course participants to gain additional hands-on experience, reinforce the knowledge acquired during the training, and clarify any lingering questions. While participants engage in practice throughout the face-to-face component, these sessions are designed to deepen the practical aspect of their training.

Since many participants do not have access to Reformer machines outside of the course, these sessions are especially beneficial.

These sessions allow participants to receive guidance from experienced teacher trainers, ask questions, refine their technique, and gain constructive feedback in a supportive setting. Having expert mentorship during this stage can make all the difference in feeling prepared and confident before teaching real classes.

WHY PRACTICAL TEACHING SESSIONS?
The practical side of teaching is what almost all new instructors struggle with once they have finished their course—and with our sessions, this challenge is addressed head-on. These practice sessions are designed to:

Build Confidence – Develop the self-assurance needed to lead a class effectively.
Refine Teaching Techniques – Perfect cueing, modifications, and hands-on adjustments.
Receive Guidance & Ask Questions – Get expert mentorship in a structured and supportive environment.
Feel Prepared – Walk away with the skills and confidence to teach with skill and poise.

If You are doing a Reformer Instructor Course, You will have the opportunity to practice teaching a class on the reformer machines in an environment that is closest to a group class setting.

These sessions provide a critical bridge between learning and teaching, setting You up for success in your Pilates instructor journey.

The complimentary phone consultations are included exclusively for Students enrolled in our online Instructor Courses.

As part of Your online course, You will receive two complimentary 45-minute private phone consultations with our experienced educator team. These sessions are completely one-on-one and designed to provide personalised support alongside Your online learning.

You can use these calls to:
Ask questions about course content or assessments
Gain clarity around exercises, cueing, sequencing, or class planning
Receive personalised teaching feedback and guidance
Check in on Your progress, confidence, or readiness to teach
Discuss working as a Pilates instructor, studio expectations or industry insights
Explore starting Your own Pilates business, independent teaching, pricing or early business considerations
Talk through next steps, goal setting and career direction

In addition to the phone consultations, You will have access to ongoing online support within Your course portal, allowing You to ask questions and stay connected throughout Your learning journey.

These consultations are designed to ensure You feel supported, confident and guided throughout Your online course experience.

We understand that life can be busy and sometimes schedules don’t align perfectly.

If you can’t attend one of the face-to-face days or even a full weekend, don’t worry – we’ll make it work.

We’ll keep You updated on everything covered in the sessions you miss and You can catch up by going through the course content online with our support. We’ve also successfully run a hybrid format before, where participants joined part of the face-to-face training and completed the remainder of the course online.

If this happens, simply reach out to us and we’ll find a way together. No matter what life throws at You, You’ll feel supported every step of the way and still get the most out of Your training experience.

Anyone with a passion for Pilates can enrol in our Courses – You will finish the Course feeling EMPOWERED. CONFIDENT. INSPIRED. 

Not at all – the Anatomy Foundations course is designed to introduce you to basic concepts and gradually build your knowledge as you move through the online modules.

Yes! If you have already completed the Anatomy Foundations Course with Addicted to Pilates, you do not need to take it again for any additional courses you enrol in with us – just email us when You enrol in the second course.

If you have studied Anatomy elsewhere, you may be eligible for an exemption. Simply email us a copy of your certificate of completion for review, and we’ll let you know if it meets our requirements.

For any questions or to submit your certificate, please email us with evidence of certification.

Our Reformer and Mat Pilates Instructor Courses are nationally recognised by Physical Activity Australia (PAA) and internationally approved by NASM (National Academy of Sports Medicine) and AFAA (Athletics and Fitness Association of America).

Our Barre Instructor Course is internationally recognised through NASM and AFAA.

Together, these accreditations ensure our courses meet the highest professional standards within the Pilates and fitness industry, both in Australia and worldwide. This means You will graduate as a globally recognised, qualified and skilled Reformer, Mat Pilates, and Barre Instructor – fully prepared to teach safely, confidently and effectively ANYWHERE in the world.

To log into your course, please use the link provided in your email or alternatively click here.

Yes – as soon as You enrol, You’ll unlock full access to the online content.

You can download the Manuals and your log book for self-development hours – You can start learning and ticking off Your hours right away.

We understand that life can sometimes get in the way – it is best if You can attend all face-to-face days for the full experience but we know it may not always be possible. However, if You have to miss a day, You can go through the course materials online.

Please note if you cannot attend the last, face-to-face teaching skills assessment day, you will need to film yourself teaching a 40-minute class to at least 3 participants and submit it via email. Please note a $250 fee applies for this assessment. Contact us for more info: Studio@AddictedtoPilates.com.au

Our face-to-face course sizes are capped at 11 to ensure each Participant receives our full attention, guidance and support throughout the program.

As all our courses include immediate access to digital content and our in-person intakes have limited spaces, all course purchases are final. This means we are unable to offer refunds for either online or in-person courses.

For in-person intakes, if something unexpected and significant occurs before the face-to-face component begins and You have not accessed any online course materials, we may be able to transfer Your enrolment to a future intake or offer an online alternative, subject to availability.

Once online access has been activated or face-to-face training has commenced, transfers and refunds are not possible. Full details are outlined in our Terms & Conditions.

If You are unsure or would like to talk through your situation, we are always here to help – just reach out anytime.

Please view the Terms & Conditions for our Courses here.