MAT PILATES COURSES
INTERNATIONALLY ACCREDITED
ONLINE & IN-PERSON
LEARN IT. LEAD IT. LOVE IT.
Gain the skills and self-assurance to guide impactful Mat Pilates classes with ease and joy. Our well-rounded in-person and online courses combine theory with practical application, helping You truly understand each movement and how to structure balanced, flowing sessions. You will walk away ready to lead safe, empowering and engaging classes Your clients will feel and remember. You will receive 1-year access to all online course content – so You can revisit and refresh Your knowledge whenever You need it.
INTERNATIONALLY ACCREDITED
Our in-person and online Mat Pilates Courses have been internationally accredited by ISSA (International Sports Sciences Association), This ensures that our Courses meet the highest standards in the industry. It means that You will be globally and nationally recognized as a qualified, knowledgeable, and skilled Mat Pilates Instructor, fully prepared to teach safely and effectively – ANYWHERE in the world.
STUDY MAT PILATES ONLINE
Prefer to learn from the comfort of home – or anywhere? Our online course is delivered through an easy-to-use, mobile-friendly platform, so You can access everything You need from Your computer, tablet, or phone. Learn at Your own pace – with full support along the way, whenever You need it.
WHAT WILL I LEARN?
- Anatomy Foundations – see below Anatomy section for details
- The history of Pilates
- Pilates principles
- Extensive Mat Pilates repertoire: learn over 100 exercises, blending classical Mat Pilates with contemporary variations for a well-rounded approach
- Targeted muscles, exercise variations, layering, progressions and regressions, positions, cueing, common mistakes for each exercise
- Props – how and when to use weights, the Pilates ball and band
- Stretching exercises
- Common injuries and pre/post natal modifications
- Class requirements – safety, variety, transitions, flow, progressive challenge, alignment, form, Client interaction, music
- Cueing types and examples
- Class planning – structure, duration, exercise choice, best practices
- Example class plans
- Class plan videos
ONLINE COURSE DESCRIPTION
WHAT IS INCLUDED?
- Online Anatomy Foundations Course delivered by a qualified Physiotherapist.
- An expansive Mat Pilates Course manual, Your comprehensive companion on this journey.
- In-depth online Mat Pilates Modules with extensive videos of exercises and class plans, ensuring a thorough and engaging learning experience.
- One year access to the online Mat Pilates Instructor Course including Anatomy Foundations.
- An internationally accredited certification meeting the highest standards in the industry.
- Ongoing support & mentorship from our dedicated Team, ensuring Your continued growth & success in Pilates.
All Course material is available in the online library that you will have access to upon registering.
WHAT DO I HAVE TO COMPLETE?
Participants have to complete the following:
- Online Anatomy Foundations Modules.
- Online Mat Pilates Course.
Participants have to complete 50 self-development hours:
- 20 observation hours.
- 20 participation hours.
- 10 practice teaching hours.
Please note you can start logging in the above hours once you have registered for the course.
Participants are required to pass the following assessments:
- Online Anatomy Foundations assessment.
- Online Mat Pilates theoretical assessment.
- Mat Pilates practical assessments: a written class plan and a video of you teaching a class.
You have one year upon registering to complete all of the above.
Let’s make this an inspiring and rewarding journey together!
INFO SESSIONS
Would You like to have a chat to us and find out more about:
- What You will learn to become a confident, skilled Instructor
- The comprehensive content of our internationally accredited Courses
- Get a sneak peek at our Manuals and online library
- Receive answers to all Your questions?
Join us at one of our INFO SESSIONS:
Friday 13 June 5:30pm
Thursday 11 September 7pm
Sunday 21 September 9:30am
To RSVP, DM us on socials or send us an email.
BOOK A CALL
Can’t make it to an Info Session? Book a call here or email us today.
We are looking forward to sharing our experience with You & help You take the first step towards an exciting, fulfilling career.
STUDY MAT PILATES IN-PERSON
Join us at the Studio for hands-on learning, real-time feedback, and the opportunity to connect with our expert Instructors and like-minded peers. You will also enjoy complimentary practice teaching sessions to build confidence and refine Your skills.
WHAT WILL I LEARN?
- Anatomy Foundations – see below Anatomy section for details
- The history of Pilates
- Pilates principles
- Extensive Mat Pilates repertoire – learn over 100 exercises, blending classical Mat Pilates with contemporary variations for a well-rounded approach
- Targeted muscles, exercise variations, layering, progressions and regressions, positions, cueing, common mistakes for each exercise
- Props – how and when to use weights, the Pilates ball and band
- Stretching exercises
- Common injuries and pre/post natal modifications
- Class requirements – safety, variety, transitions, flow, progressive challenge, alignment, form, Client interaction, music
- Cueing types and examples
- Class planning – structure, duration, exercise choice, best practices
- Example class plans
- Class plan videos
IN-PERSON COURSE DESCRIPTION
WHAT IS INCLUDED?
- Online Anatomy Foundations Course delivered by a qualified Physiotherapist.
- 6 days of face-to-face Mat Pilates learning with highly-experienced Instructor Trainers at our state-of-the-art Studio.
- An expansive Mat Pilates Instructor Course manual, Your comprehensive companion on this journey.
- In-depth online Mat Pilates modules with extensive videos of exercises and class plans.
- One year access to the Mat Pilates Instructor Course including Anatomy Foundations.
- Complimentary practical teaching sessions at the Studio between course weekends for hands-on experience, with Instructor Trainers on hand for guidance and support.
- An internationally accredited certification, meeting the highest standards in the industry.
- Ongoing support & mentorship from our dedicated Team, ensuring Your continued growth & success in Pilates.
All Course material is available in the online library that you will have access to upon registering – you can start learning straight away and also view the material and consolidate your knowledge when it suits you outside of the face-to-face days.
WHAT DO I HAVE TO COMPLETE?
Participants have to complete the following:
- Online Anatomy Foundations.
- Online Mat Pilates Course.
- In-person Mat Pilates Course.
Participants have to complete 50 self-development hours:
- 20 observation hours.
- 20 participation hours.
- 10 practice teaching hours – practice teaching sessions are available at the Studio.
You can start logging in the above hours once you have registered. The hours are to be completed up to 6 weeks after the face-to-face Course.
Participants are required to pass the following assessments:
- Online Anatomy Foundations theoretical assessment.
- Online Mat Pilates theoretical assessment.
- Mat Pilates practical assessments: a written class plan and a face-to-face teaching skills assessment on the last day of the in-person Course.
JULY/AUGUST 2025
WEEK 1
FACE-TO-FACE SESSIONS
Friday 25 July 5-8pm, Saturday 26 July & Sunday 27 July 10am-6pm
WEEK 2
PRACTICAL TEACHER TRAINING SESSION – Not compulsory but highly recommended:
Wednesday 30 July 5-8pm
FACE-TO-FACE SESSIONS
Friday 1 August 5-8pm, Saturday 2 August & Sunday 3 August 10am-6pm
NOVEMBER 2025
WEEK 1
FACE-TO-FACE SESSIONS
Friday 14 November 5-8pm, Saturday 15 November & Sunday 16 November 10am-6pm
WEEK 2
PRACTICAL TEACHER TRAINING SESSION – Not compulsory but highly recommended:
Wednesday 26 November 5-8pm
FACE-TO-FACE SESSIONS
Friday 28 November 5-8pm, Saturday 29 November & Sunday 30 November 10am-6pm
INFO SESSIONS
Would You like to have a chat to us and find out more about:
- What You will learn to become a confident, skilled Instructor
- The comprehensive content of our internationally accredited Courses
- Get a sneak peek at our Manuals and online library
- Receive answers to all Your questions?
Join us at one of our INFO SESSIONS:
Friday 13 June 5:30pm
Thursday 11 September 7pm
Sunday 21 September 9:30am
To RSVP, DM us on socials or send us an email.
BOOK A CALL
Can’t make it to an Info Session? Book a call here or email us today.
We are looking forward to sharing our experience with You & help You take the first step towards an exciting, fulfilling career.
ANATOMY FOUNDATIONS
All our Courses include online Anatomy Foundations Modules that delve into the essential anatomy knowledge necessary for effective and safe Pilates instruction.
WHAT WILL I LEARN?
- Movement types and terms – anatomical positions, planes and other relevant anatomical terms.
- Musculoskeletal system – bones: functions, types, the skeleton, bony landmarks; joints – functions, types, structure; muscles – types, structure, contractions, origins, insertions; ligaments, tendons, cartilage – structure and functions.
- Neck & trunk – bones, joints, muscles, posture, conditions and injuries.
- Upper Limb – bones, joints, muscles, conditions and injuries.
- Pelvis & Lower Limb – bones, joints, muscles, conditions and injuries.
- Each Module has a Practice section to help you consolidate your knowledge.
WHAT'S INCLUDED?
The online Anatomy Foundations Modules include detailed videos presented by a Physiotherapist. The videos are complemented by visuals that simplify learning complex anatomy concepts.
You will receive:
- One year access to the online Anatomy Foundations delivered by a Physiotherapist
- Detailed videos covering movement types & terms and the musculoskeletal system
- Detailed videos covering specific areas of the body: the neck & trunk, upper limb, pelvis and lower limb, including their bones, joints and muscles, as well as the most common conditions and injuries
- Extensive online Manual providing comprehensive resources and illustrated images of bones, joints, and muscles, labelled to enhance Your understanding
- Online quizzes for each Module to test Your understanding and reinforce key concepts
- Online assessment to assess Your knowledge and progress
- Ongoing support from our dedicated team to ensure Your continued growth and success in Pilates instruction.
ANATOMY EXEMPTIONS
Can prior Anatomy accreditation exempt me from the Anatomy Course?
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. Plus, you’ll receive $200 off any future course with us – just email us.
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.
