Turn your love of Pilates into a career

Get certified with Upstate. Study 100% online at your own pace, or train in-person with us. AUSactive accredited, real mentoring, and a studio network that has your back.

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Two ways to train

Pick your path

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Self-paced · from $1,800

Online Courses

Study from anywhere on your own schedule. 80 hours of content, a course manual, real mentoring and a community that shows up. Mat, Reformer, or Mat + Reformer. From $1,800, with up to 8 months to finish.

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Hands-on · from $2,300 early bird

In-Person Courses

Six weeks online plus in-studio practice-teaching in real Upstate studios. Mat, Reformer, or Mat + Reformer. From $2,300 early bird.

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Why Upstate

Not just another course

Backed by real studiosLearn from a brand that runs studios every day, not an institute that only teaches.

You’re never on your own1:1 educator mentoring, monthly live Q+As and a private student community.

AUSactive accreditedFully accredited with 20 CECs, recognised across the fitness industry.

Job-ready, not just certifiedFinish ready to teach in studios, gyms or your own private classes, here and overseas.

AUSactive National Awards Program 2026, CPD Provider of the Year finalist

2026 AUSactive National Awards finalistShortlisted for CPD Provider of the Year. Recognition for the way we train instructors, not just the courses we sell.

The simple version

How it works

1Choose

Pick online or in-person and the certification that fits your goals.

2Learn

Work through your modules with mentoring and community behind you.

3Practice

Build real confidence with logbook hours and practice teaching.

4Get certified

Pass your assessment and earn your AUSactive-accredited Upstate certification.

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Find your Upstate

From our grads

Don’t just take our word

“My favourite part of the course was connecting the dots between being a client in class and understanding why my instructor was giving certain cues and corrections. It completely changed the way I approached my own practice and gave me a much deeper understanding of movement. It hasn’t just made me a better instructor, it has also made me a more mindful client whenever I jump on the reformer.”

Holly · Upstate graduate

“The practical teaching experience and supportive community. I loved learning from experienced instructors, receiving feedback, and gradually building the confidence to step up and teach. It was incredibly rewarding to turn something I loved as a client into a skill I could share with others.”

Kyle · Upstate graduate

“My favourite part of the course has been the incredible support throughout, as well as the opportunity to train alongside such amazing teachers and fellow students. I would definitely recommend the Upstate Pilates course — it’s led by passionate, knowledgeable instructors, and you feel supported every step of the way.”

Emily · Upstate graduate

Your move

Ready to find your Upstate?

Choose your path and start teaching.

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