In-Person Pilates Instructor Training

Train hands-on. Teach for real.

Our blended course: online modules plus in-studio training and practice teaching in real Upstate studios. The most supported way to qualify.

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In-person certifications

Popular

Mat Pilates

$2,300–2,500

early bird – standard · payment plans available

Full Mat certification~20 hrs online + in-studio weekendsPractice in real studios6-month logbook
Best Value

Mat + Reformer

$4,300–4,500

early bird – standard · book with a bestie: $100 off each

Both certifications10 days in-studio over 4 weekendsPractice in real studios6-month logbook
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Reformer

$2,300–2,500

early bird – standard · payment plans available

Full Reformer certification~20 hrs online + in-studio weekendsAll equipment provided6-month logbook

Book with a bestie for $100 off each · 10% student discount with a valid student ID · payment plans in 2–3 instalments (first payment secures your spot).

How the blend works

Online + in-studio

1Online modules

~20 hours of self-paced theory in the Upstate Learning Hub, with 6 weeks to complete before your in-person sessions.

2In-studio weekends

Hands-on training. Combined Mat + Reformer is 10 days over 4 weekends or 2 full weeks; single courses are half that.

3Logbook hours

6 months to complete: Mat or Reformer = 10 observing / 30 practice-teaching / 30 self-practice; Combined = 20 / 60 / 60.

4Get certified

Pass your practical assessment and qualify with Upstate.

The Upstate advantage

Practice where people actually train

You don’t just learn the theory. You practice-teach inside our real studio network, in front of real classes, with real support. And all the gear is provided: mats, reformers and props. It’s the fastest way to build genuine teaching confidence.

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Upskill + specialise

Workshops and short courses

1 Day Specialty

Hot Mat Pilates

Take your teaching into the heat with a specialty short course for qualified instructors.

1 Day Specialty

Reformer Jumpboard Foundations

Add dynamic jumpboard work to your reformer repertoire.

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