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Teacher Training Academy

Learn how to become a certified Pilates instructor from the comfort of your home with our online teacher training courses. Function Pilates Teacher Training Academy provides a comprehensive, self-paced learning experience designed to give you the knowledge and confidence to teach Pilates effectively.

In addition to our Mat and Reformer Teacher Training programs, we offer continuing education courses to help you expand your expertise and refine your teaching skills. Whether you're starting your journey or looking to deepen your knowledge, our courses provide expert-led instruction from Founder Vanessa Kelly, downloadable manuals, and lifetime access to support your growth.

Join us today and take the next step in your Pilates career!

Become a Pilates Instructor

Monthly Payment Plan Options Available

 

Mat Teacher Training + Anatomy Course

Become a certified Pilates Mat instructor with our On-Demand Mat Teacher Training Course, designed with an easy-to-follow outline to get you teaching confidently in no time. This comprehensive program includes a detailed course outline to keep you on track, quizzes to monitor your progress, and PDF manuals covering Anatomy and Mat exercises. You’ll also receive exclusive student newsletters packed with educational tips, YouTube videos, Pilates prop and book recommendations, discounts, and more. Start your journey today and build the foundation for a successful career in Pilates instruction!

$799.00 USD

Mat & Reformer Teacher Training + Anatomy Course

  Become a certified Pilates instructor with our On-Demand Mat & Reformer Teacher Training. Learn at your own pace with virtual studio observations, detailed course outlines, quizzes, and in-depth PDF manuals on Anatomy, Mat, and Reformer. Stay inspired with exclusive student newsletters featuring tips, videos, equipment recommendations, and discounts. This flexible program equips you with the knowledge and skills to confidently teach Pilates!

$1,999.00 USD

Function Pilates Reformer Manual

The Function Pilates Reformer Teacher Training Manual features over 100 Reformer exercises, each detailing the purpose, muscle focus, set-up, and movement. Organized using the Function Pilates Progressive Flow System, it helps you seamlessly program workouts aligned with Pilates principles. With exercises ranging from beginner to advanced, this manual allows you to tailor sessions to individual experience levels for a truly personalized approach.

$44.00 USD

Function Pilates Mat Manual

The Function Pilates Mat Teacher Training Manual includes 45 mat exercises, each detailing the purpose, muscle focus, set-up, and movement. Organized from beginner to advanced, it helps you program workouts based on Pilates principles for a well-rounded practice.

$33.00 USD

Mat Certification

$199.50/month

Top Features

  • (4) monthly payments
  • weekly emails of course content to keep you on track
  • optional quizzes to track your learning
  • PDF manuals covering Anatomy and Mat 
  • exclusive student newsletters that cover educational tips, YouTube videos, Pilates equipment recommendations, discounts and more!
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Mat & Reformer Certification

$222/month

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  • includes all of Mat highlights 
  • (9) monthly payments
  • Livestream Virtual Observation from our Tempe, AZ studio to observe certified instructors teaching in action
  • Reformer exercise tutorials on YouTube
  • PDF manuals covering Anatomy, Mat and Reformer 
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Courses

Pilates At Home: 8 Foundational Mat Exercises

Welcome to "8 Foundational Mat Exercises," featuring my top Pilates Mat exercises for a full-body workout in under ten minutes. This session focuses on building core strength, enhancing flexibility, and reinforcing key Pilates principles.

Free

Sample PDF Mat & Reformer Manual

View sample pages from Function Pilates Teacher Training Manuals for Mat and Reformer. 

Free

How to Stretch and Strengthen the Hips

Welcome to "How to Stretch and Strengthen the Hips," where we will discuss the ideal stretches and strengthening exercises based off your hip placement. By understanding the placement of your hips, this will allow for the most active work to take place and help with releasing low back pain and stiff joints.  

$8.88 USD

How to Master Balance

Welcome to "How to Master Balance," where we will incorporate exercises to help reduce the risk of falling.  These exercises will be primarily focused on strengthening the feet, knees and hips while introducing a few fun variations to implement into your daily routine. 

$8.88 USD

10 Morning Stretches!

Welcome to "10 Morning Stretches," a collection of my favorite postural therapy exercises designed to boost circulation, improve joint mobility, enhance flexibility, and release tension—setting the tone for a bright, energized day!  

$8.88 USD

30 Reformer Essential Exercises

 Welcome to "30 Essential Reformer Exercises," a course designed to deepen your understanding of key Reformer movements. We’ll cover the correct set-up, muscle focus, and essential cues for each exercise, helping you refine your practice and better understand what to observe and expect during a Pilates session. Whether you're a Pilates enthusiast or an instructor, this course is perfect for expanding your knowledge. If you have access to a Reformer, feel free to create unique and effective workouts using the 30 exercises provided. Let’s elevate your Pilates journey together!

$12.12 USD