Classical Teacher Training

We don’t just teach you the Pilates movements, we’ll teach you to TEACH Pilates. Pilates Centre will guide you towards becoming an intuitive, highly knowledgeable Pilates teacher. Our Classical curriculum covers the Classical Pilates repertoire as well as modifications and safety issues that will help you to confidently teach Pilates safely and effectively.

Our highly experienced Pilates teachers, trained in the full Classical Pilates Method, are passionate about sharing everything they've learned over their many years of teaching this fantastic method. Our courses are to the highest of standards available in the Pilates world and you'll be supported throughout your training journey.

In addition to having access to practice and observe at our studio throughout your training, you’ll have your own online study portal with your course content at your fingertips.

Registration is now OPEN for our next course starting in September 2025.

Classical Teacher Training Courses

Classical Teacher Training - Full Studio - Sept 2025

The next Full Studio course will start in September 2025 - email us on info@pilatescentre.ie to register your interest.

Our Classical Teacher Training course teaches the Classical Pilates Method on all of the studio apparatus (Reformer, Mat, Cadillac, Chairs, Barrels, Foot exercisers, Magic Circle and lots more...).

Our course offers:

Expert tuition that’s recognised worldwide
Regular in-person workshops
Free access to observe our teachers – some of the best trained teachers in Ireland
Private mentorship hours where you’ll get personalised feedback and support
Access to our studio, the best equipped Pilates studio in Ireland, to complete your practice hours.
Access to your own online study portal with your course content at your fingertips.
Free access to our online video library of Pilates workouts
10% discount on your group classes in the studio

Opportunity to sit the NPCP exam, the only Pilates specific certification, which is recognised worldwide

The journey towards becoming a really great Pilates teacher takes commitment and dedication but it is so fun and rewarding to delve so deeply into the method. Prospective students should have a regular Pilates practice and be injury free. You should already be attending classes on the Mat and Reformer in order to be ready to start the course.

What will I learn?

Pilates history and lineage
The full Classical Pilates repertoire on all apparatus
Pre-Pilates and fundamentals
Modifications
Safety while teaching and in the studio
Basic Anatomy
Teaching Skills

What does the course involve?

Live Pilates workshops
Anatomy workshops - online recordings
Internship
Case study
Assessments & Exams

Course Cost:

€5900 plus lessons + books

Are you a graduate of our Mat Mentorship? You'll receive a €750 discount from the course and will be exempt from the Mat practical and teaching exams.

Qualification:

At the end of the course, once all hours are complete and exams are passed, you'll be qualified to teach Pilates on all apparatus to an Advanced level. Our course is insured/accredited by Balens and was written to follow all of the guidelines set out by the National Pilates Certification Program (NPCP), a worldwide recognition of high Pilates teaching standards. You'll see us listed as an approved school on their website. Should you wish, included in your course is payment for one attempt of the NPCP exam and this must be booked within ONE MONTH of completing your course with us.

For more information and to request a course brochure please email info@pilatescentre.ie or head to the Teacher Training tab of our booking system.

Mat Mentorship - Sept 2025

Pilates Centre will guide you towards becoming an intuitive, highly knowledgeable Pilates Mat teacher with our Classical Mat Mentorship. Our experienced Pilates teachers are trained in the full Classical Pilates Method. We won’t just teach you the Pilates movements, we’ll teach you to TEACH and understand the Pilates method. You’ll have access to our fully equipped Pilates studio to complete your practice hours and observations as well as access to your own online study portal with your course content at your fingertips.

The following (and more!) are included in this course:
• 20 hours of in-person workshops
• 5 group mentorship sessions
• a 10 class pass to use in our studio
• 5 months free access to our online library of classes
• Your own online study portal with extra Pilates content to help you learn this amazing method.

You will learn:
• Pilates history and lineage
• The full Classical Mat order
• Pre-Pilates and fundamentals
• Modifications
• Safety while teaching and in the studio
• Basic Anatomy
• Teaching Skills

The course duration is 20 weeks, covering 120 hours (teacher and self led) of workshops, an internship and exams. Our curriculum will teach you the entire Classical Pilates Mat repertoire as well as modifications and safety issues that will help you to confidently teach Pilates Mat safely and effectively.

Workshop Schedule

The Pilates workshops are where you’ll take an in-depth exploration of the Classical Mat exercises, along with variations and modifications. You’ll learn valuable teaching skills to help you share the Classical Pilates Mat with a diverse population of people. These workshops are in person only and will meet on the following dates. There will be breaks for 45 minutes on each day.

13th Sept 12.30 – 18.30
11th October 12.30 – 18.30
15th November 12.30 – 18.30
6th December 12.30 – 17.30

You’ll also attend 5 hours of group mentorship lessons where you’ll practice your movement and teaching skills with your fellow trainee teachers. Our highly trained teachers will guide these lessons and can answer any questions that are coming up as you’re working through the course. These will be in person as well as facilitated live online and with recordings, on the following days:

27th September 12.30 - 1.30
4th October 12.30 - 1.30
18th October 12.30 - 1.30
8th November 12.30 - 1.30
29th November 12.30 - 1.30

In your personal practice hours you’ll embody the skills you’re learning and build your confidence to be able to transition from a Pilates ‘practitioner’ to a Pilates TEACHER. You may use our studio for your practice hours and observations should you wish.

Included in your course is a 10 class pass for our group Pilates lessons as well as free access to our online video library of classes for 5 months.

For more information email info@pilatescentre.ie

Workshops and Masterclasses

Hone your teaching skills and deepen your practice!

Master The Magic Circle

The Magic Circle is a Pilates prop. The Circle was created to add resistance to your movements. You will learn a specific set of stand alone exercises that Joseph Pilates created with the Circle as well as how to use it to create connections in your Mat workouts.

This workshop is next scheduled for Friday the 20th of June, 6-7.30pm.

This workshop is suitable for Pilates teachers, trainees and non trainees who love to learn all the deeper Pilates details.

A certificate of attendance can be issued on request. No certificate of completion is available as there will be no assessment, internship or exams.

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Master Your Mat (9 CECs)

This is your opportunity to get a deeper understanding of the Classical Mat repertoire from Beginner to Advanced level. You’ll learn how to practice these exercises in the best way to suit your individual body as well as how to get the best and most out of each and every client who comes to you to learn the Mat. We’ll revise the full Classical order as well as some variations and optional extras. You’ll have the option to observe 5 Mat classes at our studio if you wish where you’ll see how we apply our knowledge and experience to all of the very different people and bodies that come through our doors.

The workshop is split into 3 x 3 hour workshop days.

1. Basics - 13th September

2. Intermediate - 11th October

3. Advanced - 15th November

Time: 3.30 - 6.30pm

Price: €400

(graduates and trainees of our Classical Teacher Training or Mat Mentorship - email us for a 20% discount code!)

Each workshop will start with a short class followed by a deep exploration of each exercise and how to place and support different body types. We'll be outlining any contraindications or safety precautions to consider and you will get to practice teaching 'hands on' with each other after each exercise. Questions are welcomed throughout.

The goal is to help clarify the Classical Pilates Mat work. Teachers will gain a clearer understanding of how to get their clients reaping the benefits of Pilates in the best way for their bodies and through different stages of life.

This workshop will benefit Pilates teachers who are trained to teach Mat from any school and in any style - expanding your understanding of the why's and how to's of the Classical System.

Non-teachers who are regularly practising Pilates to a minimum of Intermediate level are welcome to join.

This workshop is approved for 9 CEC hours with NPCP. If you are already certified in Mat Pilates you will receive an NPCP Certificate of Continuing Education.

This workshop will be held live at our Clontarf studio. If you'd be interested in joining us virtually do reach out and we can discuss the option to join us via live stream.

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Refine Your Reformer (15 CECs)

To teach on the Reformer really well you must gain a deep understanding of it's benefits and goals and learn how to keep everyone safe while advancing them through the repertoire. We will revise the Advanced Classical Reformer sequence from start to finish. You'll explore ways you can make it suit your body best and how to apply this work to the diverse people who will come to you to learn it.

The workshop is split into 3 x 5 hour workshop days. Next dates TBC.

1. Basics & Beyond
2. Intermediate
3. Advanced

Time:

Price

(graduates and trainees of our Classical Teacher Training or Mat Mentorship - email us for a 20% discount code!)

Each workshop will start with a short class followed by a deep exploration of each exercise and how to place and support different body types. We'll be outlining any contraindications or safety precautions to consider and you will get to practice teaching 'hands on' with each other after each exercise. Questions are welcomed throughout.

The goal is to help clarify the Classical Pilates Reformer work. Teachers will gain a clearer understanding of how to get their clients reaping the benefits of Pilates in the best way for their bodies and through different stages of life.

This workshop will benefit Pilates teachers who are trained to teach Reformer from any school and in any style - expanding your understanding of the why's and how to's of the Classical System.

Non-teachers who are regularly practising Pilates to a minimum of Intermediate level are welcome to join.

This workshop is approved for 15 CEC hours with NPCP. If you are already trained in Reformer Pilates you will receive an NPCP Certificate of Continuing Education.

This workshop will be held live at our Clontarf studio. If you'd be interested in joining us virtually do reach out and we can discuss the option to join us via live stream.

Previous INTERNATIONAL GUEST Workshops

Brooke Siler: April 20th - 21st, 2024

Blossom Leilani Crawford: March 25th & 26th, 2023.

Brooke Siler: September 25th, 2020 (Online)

Brooke Siler: August 11th & 12th, 2018