Comprehensive Pilates Teacher Training in Small Group Cohorts

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Comprehensive Pilates Teacher Training at Movement Remedies

Movement Remedies is an official satellite center for Pilates Academy International (PAI) — one of the few internationally recognised teacher training programs in the world.

PAI is affiliated with the International Teacher Training Accreditation Program for Pilates (ITTAP) and a growing number of national certification bodies globally.

Training Curriculum

As a small and clinically-focused studio, Movement Remedies offers comprehensive teacher training that follows the full PAI curriculum, rooted in deep anatomy, biomechanics, cueing, and real‑world teaching skills. You’ll learn how to teach Pilates exercises safely and effectively across diverse populations and settings. 

This is not just where you go to memorise instructions for the Pilates exercises. What’s unique about our programme is the emphasis on what helps a body learn new movements and how to plan for client success and progression.

Qualification Process

  1. Weekend intensives happen in-person for each apparatus, covering the exercises, progressions, and teaching methodology.

  2. After the in‑person training you complete supplemental hours including personal practice, observation, and practice teaching.

  3. Virtual anatomy coursework gives you a strong foundation in how the body moves — critical for teaching with confidence.

  4. You participate in a WhatsApp Community for Edinburgh PAI teachers in training to support each other in exam preparation.

  5. When you’re ready, you complete your exam in-person with Master Trainer Dana-Karen to become certified through PAI.

Next Cohort Dates

This programme is taught in a cohort style, with the goal of coaching a group of 5 trainees or less through the comprehensive certification training material over an 18-month period.

Planning is underway for a 2027/2028 cohort.

Mat I & II

TBD

Reformer I & II

TBD

Chairs I & II

TBD

Barrels I & II

TBD

Cadillac I & II

TBD

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Basics & Logistics

  • To set yourself up for success in a profession that is increasingly coming under scrutiny by regulatory bodies.

    But perhaps more importantly — good studios and clients demand it.

    With an internationally recognised Pilates teacher certification you have a better chance at securing employment, higher wages and greater opportunities in our growing field.

  • Nope - but it’s part of the way there!

    Learningthe material is just the first step, and then integrating what you’ve learned into practice and observation prepares you to complete your exam and get certified.

  • In addition to training with an experienced teacher trainer and studio owner, you get the close attention and mentorship that can only be possible with small group cohorts.

    This is not a certification pathway for people who want to get it over with in a weekend. This is a focused and intentional learning journey designed to launch your career with confidence.

  • This is an 18-month programme including 225 teaching hours across several weekends, monthly mentoring sessions, and WhatsApp community support.

    A £500 nonrefundable deposit is required to secure your spot.

    The remaining balance of £6,445 is due 30 days before the first workshop.

    For those who want a monthly payment option, this is available for £379.

    Course manuals can be purchased separately.

  • Movement Remedies specialises in comprehensive Pilates teacher training in small group cohorts.

    Mat is best for group fitness, leisure centres, virtual teaching, or studios without equipment.

    Reformer certification sets you up to teach group, duet, and private sessions in a Reformer only studio.

    Comprehensive offres maximum versatility and understanding of Pilates as a system of exercises across the apparatus (Mat, Reformer, Cadillac/Tower, Chair, and Barrels). Any reputable studio will require that you have comprehensive certification to teach private sessions.

  • It will take at least 18 months to get through all of the taught material and then complete sufficient supplemental hours to pass the PAI exam.

    During that time, Movement Remedies will support you in finding apprentice opportunities to get ready for whatever teaching job or studio ownership pathway you are aiming for at completion.

  • This is a small group experience on purpose: so that every single trainee fills supported in launching their new career. That means help with mastering the art and science of teaching along with business guidance to get you on your feet.

    In addition to monthly mentorship check-ins, you’ll have 24/7 access to a WhatsApp community group for ongoing coaching and support.

The Process

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