200 Hour Mat Pilates Teacher Education Program
The Mat Pilates Teacher Education Program is designed to empower participants to become critical thinkers and skilled instructors in the art of Classical Mat Pilates. The course offers a comprehensive understanding of beginner, intermediate, and advanced mat work exercises, focusing on the correct form and technique necessary to perform and teach these exercises effectively. Participants will gain fundamental knowledge of the purpose and benefits of each exercise, enabling them to build essential skills within their students.
The program emphasises the importance of reading body language to make informed decisions about Pilates cues and terminology, enhancing the ability to tailor sessions for individual needs. Trainees will develop techniques for teaching both one-on-one sessions and group classes, building confidence to handle real-life client situations. Clear understanding of Classical Mat Pilates the skill, whys and hows.
Led by James Shaw and our team of highly experienced Pilates teacher trainers, you’ll be guided every step of the way with dedicated, ongoing support as your teaching evolves and deepens.
Course Objective
Empower you to be a critical thinker
Clear understanding of Classical Mat Pilates the skill, whys and hows.
Comprehensive understanding or Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced mat work exercises.
Understanding on how to perform and teach classical mat Pilates exercises with correct form and technique.
Fundamental knowledge of the whys and how’s of each exercise and the skills they build within your students.
Techniques how to teach 1:1 session, group class scenarios, building confidence to deal with real life client situations.
Empowered to understand how to read a body to be able to critical think and understand why you’re doing & saying Pilates cues and terminologies.
Abilities to program and teach bespoke Pilates 1:1 and group sessions. Understanding how to build and progress a student.
Skills and abilities to work with different body types, special populations and injuries.
How you add and use props within class to create challenges and support
Next Program Intakes
Fitzrovia London Studio
September 2026
Beginner / Intermediate Mat Weekend:
Saturday 19th September / Sunday 20th September (11.15-6pm)
Intermediate / Advanced Mat Weekend:
Saturday 17th / Sunday 18th October (11.15-6pm)
Group Teaching & Props Weekend:
Saturday 14th / Sunday 15th November (11.15-6pm)
Weekly Mentorship Sessions:
Wednesdays 3-5pm - Mentor sessions to support you while on the course. (not mandatory this is additional )
*All weekend dates must be attended.
3 Spaces Available (Only 12 students Total)
NEXT INTAKE February 2027
ENTRY LEVEL
200 Hour Mat
The foundation of classical Pilates teaching
£495 deposit to register
Payment plans available. £400 off the Comprehensive programme if you continue after completing the Mat.
- Beginner, intermediate and advanced classical Mat
- Foundations of cueing and pedagogy
- Pairs naturally with the Comprehensive
- Practical teaching hours included
Our Locations
Margate
Train at our original studio in Margate, offering a focused learning environment by the sea.
Perfect for those based in Kent and the South East, or anyone looking to immerse themselves in their training.
London
Train in the heart of London’s West End, just minutes from Oxford Circus and multiple mainline stations.
Ideal for trainees travelling from across the UK with excellent transport connections.
What’s Included
In Person Seminars
Over 48 hours covering Beginner / Intermediate / Advanced mat work exercises
Program Manuals
Program manuals and supporting education handouts, assess to the education portal and class and video library
1 on 1 Coaching
Personalised 1:1 coaching to grow your skills, build confidence, and develop your unique teaching voice within the program
Small Group Tutorials
Small group tutorials (limited to 8 students per intake) ensure you receive the focused time, guidance, and support needed to thrive in your Pilates education journey.
Constant Mentorship
2 hours of group mentorship each week included in the programme, you’ll receive ongoing guidance and support between education weekends to keep your learning consistent and connected.
Teaching Skills
You’ll gain practical strategies to teach Pilates with confidence learning how to read the body, choose precise cues, and apply your skills to real-life teaching situations.
Studio Access
Studio use to practice teaching. Working directly with James and the teacher training team.