Teacher Training Courses

We offer a full range of Pilates instructor training programs. Whether you are interested in teaching Mat classes, Reformer classes or Pilates personal training sessions on the Reformer, Trap Table, Chair, and Barrels, we have the resources you need to succeed.

The Balanced Body Pilates instructor training program at the EHS Pilates Institute is designed to create thoughtful, creative, and successful Pilates teachers. Our curriculum emphasizes the principles underlying each exercise. Our faculty members have a wide variety of Pilates backgrounds from classical to contemporary to fitness and bring their exceptional depth of experience to the training.

Our program is designed in modules so you can take your first course now and continue your training next week, next month, or next year. Each module is self-contained so you can take them as quickly or as slowly as your schedule and budget allow. In addition to our instructor certification program, we offer a number of additional modules as well as workshops. Three levels of certification are available: Mat, Reformer, and Comprehensive.

Download the Balanced Body Catalog here:

Comprehensive Training

In Person

Anatomy in Three Dimensions

July 19 - August 16, 2024

Learn the structure and function of bones, joints, muscles, tendons, and ligaments as well as the origin, insertion, and action of the major muscles of movement by building them yourself on a specially designed …

Online

Anatomy for Movement Professionals

August 16 - August 18, 2024

Learn the structure and function of bones, joints, muscles, tendons, and ligaments as well as the origin, insertion, and action of the major muscles of movement by building them yourself on a specially designed …

Hybrid

Balanced Body Movement Principles

August 23 - August 25, 2024

The Balanced Body Movement Principles form the foundation of Balanced Body Education. They include the most important information on anatomy, assessment, biomechanics, and foundational exercises needed to become a successful Pilates teacher, personal trainer, …

Hybrid

Balanced Body Movement Principles

January 19 - January 21, 2024

The Balanced Body Movement Principles form the foundation of Balanced Body Education. They include the most important information on anatomy, assessment, biomechanics, and foundational exercises needed to become a successful Pilates teacher, personal trainer, …

Hybrid

Pilates Mat 1 Instructor Training

September 6 - September 8, 2024

Mat I includes an introduction to the history and principles of Pilates, beginning and most intermediate level exercises with modifications, lectures on class order and programming in a group setting, and guidelines for teaching …

Online

Pilates Mat 2 Instructor Training

February 9 - February 11, 2024

September 13 - September 15, 2024

Mat II includes the remaining intermediate and advanced level exercises as well as essential movement principles and training tips for advancing clients to the higher levels. Pilates for sports-specific activities is also covered. Download …

In Person

Pilates Mat 3: Enhanced Mat + Props

February 16 - February 18, 2024

September 20 - September 22, 2024

Mat 3 – Enhanced Pilates Mat completes the mat training by adding rings, rollers, bands, and balls to the traditional Mat exercises. In addition, Enhanced Mat includes functional exercises for the upper and lower …

Online

Pilates Mat 3: Enhanced Mat + Props

February 16 - February 18, 2024

September 20 - September 22, 2024

Mat 3 – Enhanced Pilates Mat completes the mat training by adding rings, rollers, bands, and balls to the traditional Mat exercises. In addition, Enhanced Mat includes functional exercises for the upper and lower …

In Person

Reformer 1 Instructor Training

March 1 - March 3, 2024

October 11 - October 13, 2024

Reformer I includes an introduction to the Pilates Reformer, including set-up and safety, beginning exercises, program sequencing, and teaching tips for group classes. By the end of the course, you will be able to …

In Person

Reformer 2 Instructor Training

March 8 - March 10, 2024

October 18 - October 20, 2024

Reformer 2 includes intermediate exercises and modifications designed for group and individual instruction. Teaching successful classes and sessions to clients at different levels of ability is emphasized. Included are a variety of programs designed …

In Person

Reformer 3 Instructor Training

March 15 - March 17, 2024

October 25 - October 27, 2024

Reformer 3 includes advanced exercises plus modifications for sports specific activities, tips for training the advanced client, and keys for advancing a client. Download Balanced Body Catalog

In Person

Trapeze Table/Cadillac/Tower Training

April 5 - April 7, 2024

Provides a thorough introduction to Trapeze Table and Tower exercises as well as applications for beginning, post-rehabilitation, and advanced clients. This training is appropriate for students working with the Allegro® or Allegro 2 Tower …

In Person

Barrels Instructor Training

April 12 - April 12, 2024

The BBU Barrels training includes exercises and variations for the Ladder Barrel, and Step Barrel. The Step Barrel and Ladder Barrel add variety to personal training sessions or classes. This course includes exercises and …

In Person

Springboard Module

April 15 - April 15, 2024

Learn the Springboard and its expanded repertoire in the studio where it was created. EHS Pilates is home to the original Springboard studio, an innovative exercise tool invented by Ellie Herman. The springboard (now …

In Person

Pilates Chair Training

April 13 - April 14, 2024

Includes exercises and variations for both the original Wunda chair and the split pedal Combo Chair. The chair is great for doing strengthening work with athletic clients and as an addition to group programming …

In Person

CoreAlign Instructor Training 1: Foundations

April 20 - April 21, 2024

Introductory and Intermediate CoreAlign exercises The course includes CoreAlign method theory and 60+ foundation exercises to build functional movement skills. Areas of focus are trunk integration, upper body strength and balance, lower body strength, …

In Person

CoreAlign Instructor Training 2: Progressions

June 29 - June 30, 2024

Introductory and Intermediate CoreAlign exercises The course includes CoreAlign method theory and 60+ foundation exercises to build functional movement skills. Areas of focus are trunk integration, upper body strength and balance, lower body strength, …


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