Main Spring Pilates and Wellness is pleased to offer an accredited, comprehensive Pilates Teacher Training Program under the direction of studio owner, Cami Leech Florio, NCPT. The program is designed to prepare aspiring instructors with the knowledge, practical skills, and teaching experience needed to build a strong professional foundation. The curriculum is based on the classical system developed by Joseph Pilates and includes detailed instruction on training clients across all age groups and fitness levels. A selection of contemporary Pilates and functional fitness exercises are incorporated into the training program as a complement to the traditional Pilates methodology.

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Our comprehensive teacher training program is accredited by the Pilates Method Alliance International Teacher Training Accreditation Program (ITTAP). Click here to learn more.

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The training curriculum is aligned with industry standards for Pilates teachers, and includes a combination of lecture, self-study, live observation, personal practice, practice teaching and competency evaluations.

 

Program tuition covers all aspects of training, plus an instructor manual, training video library and tracking log.

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​Program prerequisite:

Prior to beginning training, participants must have a minimum of 15 hours of personal Pilates practice taught by a comprehensively trained instructor.

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Program description:

​​​Comprehensive teacher training requires a minimum of 500 hours, and includes:

• Interactive training and lectures on the history of Pilates, anatomy, functional fitness, special populations, classical mat, reformer, chair, trapeze table and barrel exercises, exercise variations, modifications, props, session design, cueing, teaching philosophy and building rapport with clients.

• Self study and required reading

• Self practice

• Live in-studio observation

• Supervised, assisted and practice teaching

• Written and practical exams

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Tuition:

$6,700. A structured payment plan is available.

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​​Timeframe for completion:

Pilates teacher training is a rigorous experience that requires self-discipline and dedication. It generally takes 1 year to satisfy all program requirements. Participants will receive a certificate of completion upon graduation from the program. 

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Upcoming training:

We are now enrolling for our next training cohort. The program will begin in January 2027! 

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