INTERNATIONAL
RETREATS
TEACHER TRAININGS
Staffordshire, UK
Pilates Reformer Teacher Training
11 to 13 September 2026
Take yourself, your teaching, and your clients to their next level of Pilates! This course follows on from the mat repertoire and will take participants along the path of becoming a Comprehensive Pilates Teacher. Students will learn foundation, basic, and intermediate level repertoire on the Pilates Reformer. Teaching skills, class design, modifications and progressions, as well as client assessments will be addressed. Course assessments include homework assignments, practical evaluations, teaching assessments, in-lecture work, and case studies. Tuition includes e-manuals, exam fees (first time), free classes during the course, and studio access for practice hours
Dates:
Ireland
Pilates Teacher Training
18 to 27 September 2026
Join Renee Watson from Conscious Movement Education and mentored by Caroline Anderson of Pilates Lifestyle in the beautiful town of Dungarvan, Ireland This specific Pilates essentials teacher training includes anatomy for movement, basic mat work, and reformer. This two weekend intensive offers the opportunity to immerse oneself in lectures, classes, self-practice and apprentice teaching in order to gain confidence as a future Pilates instructor.
Assignments and assessments include:
- observation hours
- participation hours (10 free studio classes included)
- self practice hours (free access to studio and equipment when available)
- anatomy assignment
- class design assignments
- case studies
- theory paper
- practical evaluations
- teaching assessments
- nutrition assignment
- business development planning
- special populations assignment
Dates:
11 & 12 September (Anatomy ONLINE)
18, 19, 20 September (Basic mat TT)
25, 26, 27 September (Reformer TT)
Tuition:
Full Training (Mat + Reformer + Anatomy)
€2,100
Early Bird €1,850 (before 15 July)
Mat + Reformer (without Anatomy)
€1,800
Mat + Anatomy
€975
Reformer Only
€1,300
Pilates Reformer & Chair
Teacher Training Namibia
November 2026
This Pilates Reformer and Chair Teacher Training is a highly focused
continuing professional development course designed to deepen your
understanding of equipment-based movement and bring new levels of precision,
creativity, and challenge to your teaching! This specialized training equips
participants with the skills required to confidently utilize the Pilates
Reformer and Chair across a wide range of client abilities and movement goals. All course
lectures are accessible through our flexible delivery framework, offering
recorded lectures that serve as a valuable ongoing resource for review and
continued professional growth.
Lectures
During the 24 contact workshop hours, we will explore a
comprehensive range of topics designed to enhance both technical proficiency
and teaching effectiveness on these apparatus. Practical application, peer
feedback, and collaborative discussion will form the foundation of the learning
experience:
spring resistance, carriage control, and equipment setup
• Specialized application across foundational, intermediate, and advanced repertoire
• Footwork series and lower limb alignment
strategies to improve stability, strength, and movement efficiency
exercises including Hundred, Coordination, Short Spine, and Long Spine
progressions
• Upper body strengthening and scapular
stabilization using straps, loops, and varied spring settings
• Biomechanical analysis of carriage movement,
resistance loading, and force distribution throughout the kinetic chain
•Progressions and regressions utilizing spring
tension adjustments, range of motion modifications, and support strategies
•Teaching strategies for posture correction,
movement precision, and enhancing client body awareness
•Contraindications, acute injury considerations,
and specific safety protocols when working with the Reformer and Chair
• Multi-dimensional teaching techniques including
verbal cueing, tactile guidance, visual demonstration, and movement observation
• Class design and sequencing strategies for
creating balanced, engaging, and progressive sessions
Additional Hours
To fully absorb and integrate this course into your teaching practice, students are required to complete targeted practical
development activities:
spent observing Reformer and Chair classes to evaluate teaching methods, equipment
management, exercise sequencing, and client progression strategies.
• Self-Practice Hours (25 hours): Time spent
personally practicing the Reformer and Chair repertoire to develop a deeper understanding
of spring resistance, movement mechanics, and exercise execution.
• Student Teaching Hours (10 hours): Supervised
teaching practice where participants safely guide fellow students or clients
through Reformer and Chair exercises while refining cueing, equipment adjustments, and
correction techniques.
• Assisted teaching hours (10 total hours split
across all equipment including Reformer, Cadillac, Chair and Barrels): students
teach while being actively supervised by a teacher trainer who provides
immediate guidance and feedback regarding cueing, corrections, class design and
overall teaching effectiveness.
Assignments:
specialized 60-minute class plan that demonstrates logical sequencing,
balanced muscle loading, appropriate spring selections, and smooth transitions
between exercises.
• case study (also known as Student Teaching): we
consider this case study one of the biggest learning experiences on the course!
Students find a healthy ‘client’ from friends, family, colleagues or fellow
students. Firstly, a client intake form, posture analysis and movement
assessment allows students to apply theory to a real body. Students then design
an initial programme before progressing their client over 10 sessions.
Throughout the process, learners develop their verbal and visual cueing skills,
learn how to modify and progress exercises appropriately, and gain confidence
in their teaching abilities. In conclusion, students provide a summary of their
journey and reflect on what they learned through the experience.
Final assessments:
learners complete a written theory examination covering all material
outlined in the course manual, including apparatus set up, repertoire, anatomy,
modifications, contraindications, posture analysis, movement assessment and
teaching methodology. A minimum mark of 75% is required to pass.
• practical evaluation: this one-hour practical
assessment consists of questions relating specifically to the Pilates Reformer and Chair
repertoire. Students are assessed on their knowledge of the exercises,
equipment set up, modifications, progressions and understanding of the work.
• teaching assessments: this is the opportunity to
bring ALL the information and learning together from the course! Students are
required to successfully complete three separate teaching evaluations. During
these assessments, learners teach a one-hour equipment session to one or more clients, demonstrating their ability to sequence a class effectively, instruct
clearly, offer appropriate corrections and modifications, and manage clients
professionally.
Students are given one year from the time of lectures to
complete their certification. With these comprehensive course requirements, CME
students emerge as confident, knowledgeable and compassionate Pilates
instructors!
Dates: 13 – 16 November
Time: 9am to 4:30pm each day
Reformer Fees: R10,000
Chair Fees: R6500
Combo Fees: R14,850
*fees include course materials, lectures, on-going mentorship, and exam fees.
African Experience
Yoga Teacher Training
31 October to 30 November 2026
Course content:
- Anatomy Insights
- Philosophy
- Breakdown and understanding of Yin & Vinyasa postures
- Benefits of asanas
- Inversions and Arm Balances
- Modifications and Props
- Manual adjustments for postures
- Choreography and Sequencing
- Teaching skills and holding space
- Applied Yogic Philosophy & Transformation
- Meridians
- Reflexology
- Fascia
- Breathwork
- Chakras
- Meditation and Mindfulness
- Business of Yoga
- Seva (selfless service)
31 October to 30 November 2026
INVESTMENT:
$4200 pps (shared twin room, en-suite bathroom)
$4700 (single private room, shared bathroom)
$4000 pps (private room double bed, shared bathroom)
*Tuition includes YTT, shared accommodation, wholesome meals, and specified cultural outings
African Experience
Pilates Teacher Training 2027
29 January to 1 March 2027
Dates:
29 January to 1 March 2027
Immersion (6 days per week Thursdays off)
Private room en-suite $4700
Private room shared bathroom $4200
Shared room shared bathroom $4000
Tuition includes all courses, manuals, studio and class access, accommodation, 3 delicious meals daily, airport transfer, and certain outings.
Pilates Reformer
Teacher Training
Abu Dhabi
2026
This Pilates Reformer Teacher Training is a highly focused
continuing professional development course designed to deepen your
understanding of Reformer-based movement and bring new levels of precision,
creativity, and challenge to your teaching! This specialized training equips
participants with the skills required to confidently utilize the Pilates
Reformer across a wide range of client abilities and movement goals. All course
lectures are accessible through our flexible delivery framework, offering
recorded lectures that serve as a valuable ongoing resource for review and
continued professional growth.
Lectures
During the 24 contact workshop hours, we will explore a
comprehensive range of topics designed to enhance both technical proficiency
and teaching effectiveness on the Reformer. Practical application, peer
feedback, and collaborative discussion will form the foundation of the learning
experience:
spring resistance, carriage control, and equipment setup
• Specialized Reformer application across
foundational, intermediate, and advanced repertoire
• Footwork series and lower limb alignment
strategies to improve stability, strength, and movement efficiency
exercises including Hundred, Coordination, Short Spine, and Long Spine
progressions
• Upper body strengthening and scapular
stabilization using straps, loops, and varied spring settings
• Biomechanical analysis of carriage movement,
resistance loading, and force distribution throughout the kinetic chain
•Progressions and regressions utilizing spring
tension adjustments, range of motion modifications, and support strategies
•Teaching strategies for posture correction,
movement precision, and enhancing client body awareness
•Contraindications, acute injury considerations,
and specific safety protocols when working with the Reformer
• Multi-dimensional teaching techniques including
verbal cueing, tactile guidance, visual demonstration, and movement observation
• Class design and sequencing strategies for
creating balanced, engaging, and progressive Reformer sessions
Additional Hours
To fully absorb and integrate this workshop into your
teaching practice, students are required to complete targeted practical
development activities:
spent observing Reformer classes to evaluate teaching methods, equipment
management, exercise sequencing, and client progression strategies.
• Self-Practice Hours (25 hours): Time spent
personally practicing the Reformer repertoire to develop a deeper understanding
of spring resistance, movement mechanics, and exercise execution.
• Student Teaching Hours (10 hours): Supervised
teaching practice where participants safely guide fellow students or clients
through Reformer exercises while refining cueing, equipment adjustments, and
correction techniques.
• Assisted teaching hours (10 total hours split
across all equipment including Reformer, Cadillac, Chair and Barrels): students
teach while being actively supervised by a teacher trainer who provides
immediate guidance and feedback regarding cueing, corrections, class design and
overall teaching effectiveness.
Assignments:
specialized 60-minute Reformer class plan that demonstrates logical sequencing,
balanced muscle loading, appropriate spring selections, and smooth transitions
between exercises.
• case study (also known as Student Teaching): we
consider this case study one of the biggest learning experiences on the course!
Students find a healthy ‘client’ from friends, family, colleagues or fellow
students. Firstly, a client intake form, posture analysis and movement
assessment allows students to apply theory to a real body. Students then design
an initial Reformer programme before progressing their client over 10 sessions.
Throughout the process, learners develop their verbal and visual cueing skills,
learn how to modify and progress exercises appropriately, and gain confidence
in their teaching abilities. In conclusion, students provide a summary of their
journey and reflect on what they learned through the experience.
Final assessments:
learners complete a written theory examination covering all material
outlined in the course manual, including apparatus set up, repertoire, anatomy,
modifications, contraindications, posture analysis, movement assessment and
teaching methodology. A minimum mark of 75% is required to pass. 100-point
theory exam hours split across all equipment including Reformer, Cadillac,
Chair and Barrels.
• practical evaluation: this one-hour practical
assessment consists of questions relating specifically to the Pilates Reformer
repertoire. Students are assessed on their knowledge of the exercises,
equipment set up, modifications, progressions and understanding of the work.
• teaching assessments: this is the opportunity to
bring ALL the information and learning together from the course! Students are
required to successfully complete three separate teaching evaluations. During
these assessments, learners teach a one-hour Reformer session to one or more
clients, demonstrating their ability to sequence a class effectively, instruct
clearly, offer appropriate corrections and modifications, and manage clients
professionally.
Students are given one year from the time of lectures to
complete their certification. With these comprehensive course requirements, CME
students emerge as confident, knowledgeable and compassionate Pilates Reformer
instructors!
Dates: Second half 2026
Time: TBC
Tuition includes course materials, lectures, on-going mentorship and exam fees (first time).
JOB POSTINGS
Pilates & Personal Trainer wanted for Maldives
This exclusive resort in Maldives is looking for a female Pilates instructor and Personal Trainer to join their fitness team!
Starting in June 2024, this is a one year contract. Salary and commissions (discussed upon interview) includes accommodation, full board, and one month paid holiday / trip home.
A great opportunity to travel abroad, save money, and gain invaluable professional experience!
Female
Pilates mat and reformer certificate
Personal Training certificate
Russian speaking an asset
Yoga Teacher
Wanted for Maldives
Position Filled
Position Filled
Please register for the course using the form above.
Please email us at info@thesourcecapetown.co.za for more information on availability.
Varying prices per Teacher Training – please check each course for pricing.
Conscious Movement Education
Nedbank
Branch code 101109
Current account 1011139065
A non-refundable and non-transferrable 20% deposit for each course is required in order to ensure your place. The remaining course fees must be paid 30 days before the start of the course. Payment plans are available with prior arrangement.
Fees are 50% refundable should students cancel 30 days before the course start date. Decided on an individual basis, students may hold a credit towards a future course.
Fees are non-refundable within 30 days of the course commencing.