Pilates Matwork Teacher Certification

The Pilates Matwork Teacher Certification is our foundation course and is the entry level course for you to launch your new career as a Pilates instructor.  This course consists of online observations, student teaching hours, self practice hours as well as a practical course in the form of in studio classroom hours. After completing this course, you will be a fully certified Pilates Matwork instructor who is able to work in Pilates studios, gyms and fitness centres.

Clinical Certification is available for our Pilates Matwork Teacher Certification program. Refer  to Program Requirements for applicable exemptions.

Structure

  • Immersion (25 Hours)

    Deepen your practice by understanding basic anatomy, and the biomechanics required to execute each Pilates Matwork piece effectively. Understand the intention of each piece and be introduced to basic teaching skills during the teaching labs. Each participant will be awarded a Certificate of Attendance at the end of the 25 hours. Maybe you will be inspired to complete your teaching certification by attending the next leg of training!

    Matwork Immersion Intake 1:

    20 - 24 Jan 2025

    OR

    Matwork Immersion intake 2:

    24 - 28 Feb 2025

    (the button below will allow you to select which immersion cycle you wish to attend)

    Sign Up for Immersion

  • Certification (25 Hours)

    This final block is for those who have completed the Immersion programs and wish to attain their Teaching Certification. Intermediate and Advanced pieces, as well as pathologies and class programming will be covered over these dates, along with teaching labs. There will be additional self practise, self study and teaching hours that you will need to complete before sitting for your exams. After completing all the required hours, and passing your exams you will be awarded a Pilates Matwork Teacher Certification.

    There are 3 components to the examinations:

    -Theory - this is an open book online quiz which you may take upon completion of the classroom hours

    -Performance Exam

    -Teaching Exam

    Additional Hours:

    30 Hours Self Practice: can be clocked in by attending repeated cycles of Induction OR 1-1 Private Pilates Sessions at Pilates BodyTree. Otherwise self practice/practice at any Pilates Studio of your choice.

    15 OBSERVATION HOURS: observe prerecorded PBT teacher teach Pilates Mat group classes, and

    15 PRACTICE TEACHING HOURS: practice teaching a group of minimum 4 persons either in person or via zoom. To commence after the Immersion phase.

    Immersion 1 or 2 and 21 - 25 April 2025

    1-6pm on all days

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Pilates Matwork Group Practice

As Trainees will need to fulfil Self Practice hours, BodyTree Academy offers group Matwork Practice sessions as part of the Pilates Matwork Teacher Training (Fees apply).

Trainees enjoy a special rate at $200 per 10 classes.

If you are a non-trainee but wish to attend, you are also welcome to join at a full rate. Full rate is at $499 for 10 classes.

Ready to take the next step?

Group Practice - $499 per 10 hours (Public Rate)

Immersion - $1898 (U.P $2298)

FULL CERTIFICATION (Immersion & Certification)

  • before 31 Dec 2024: $3907

  • 1 Jan 2025 onwards: $4,207

Is the BTA Program for you?

This program is suitable for you if you are a:

– GROUP EXERCISE INSTRUCTOR who wants to expand your teaching repertoire or start teaching a Pilates class without the need for Pilates apparatus

– PERSONAL TRAINER who wants to elevate your quality of teaching by incorporating and integrating Pilates Matwork exercises, Pilates concepts and the Prehab Trainer™ techniques into your PT sessions

– YOGA TEACHER; DANCE TEACHER or GYMNASTIC COACH  who acknowledges the value of progressing your clients safely and without injury

– PILATES PRACTITIONERS & CLIENTS who wants to turn your passion into a career

– PHYSIOTHERAPISTS, OSTEOPATHS, CHIROPRACTERS, MEDICAL DOCTORS who want to incorporate Pilates in their clinical practice.

FAQs

Q1. What is the Difference between Immersion and Certification Programs?

The Immersion is a 25 hour program that covers basic anatomy and biomechanics, and beginner matwork pieces. You will get to understand the intention of each of the Pilates Matwork pieces. Teaching skills may be explored here.

The Certification program is the final block for those who have completed the Induction and Immersion programs and wish to pursue their teaching certificate. Intermediate and Advance Pilates Matwork pieces will be covered along with Pathologies, class programming and teaching skills.

Q2. Are there any prerequisites?

There are no prerequisites for the Induction and Immersion programs though it is recommended that you have taken a Pilates Matwork class before.

Q3. Can I take only the Certification program?

You will need to have completed 1 Immersion program in order to be accepted.

Q4. How long does it take to complete the BTA Pilates Matwork Teacher Certification program?

This is an 105+ hour program that consists of:

  • 50 CLASSROOM HOURS: Attended in-person (immersion + certification)

  • 30 PRACTICE HOURS: RECOMMENDED private sessions with Pilates BodyTree (PBT). Otherwise self practice/practice at any Pilates Studio of your choice. Group Matwork Practice sessions by BTA also count towards these hours.

  • 15 OBSERVATION HOURS: observe prerecorded PBT teacher teach Pilates Mat group classes, and

  • 15 PRACTICE TEACHING HOURS: practice teaching a group of minimum 4 persons either in person or via zoom. To commence after the Immersion Phase.

Please note that if you are pursuing your comprehensive teacher’s certification with BTA there will be additional hours to be fulfilled.

The student will be awarded the teaching certificate upon completing all required hours above AND meeting the minimum requirements of the Theory, Performance and Teaching evaluations.

Q5. Can I apply to teach at a studio or gym after completing the Immersion program only?

Only a certificate of attendance is issued after the Immersion program. This is not a teacher’s certification. If you wish to teach, you will need to complete the full certification program.

Q6. How is the BTA Pilates Matwork Teacher Certification program? 

The BTA believes in teaching excellently. 

We want to help you help others move well and with ease. 

The BTA Approach is a client-centric approach. We believe in teaching the bodies (clients) presented, as opposed to mindlessly applying a fixed sequence of exercises to any client.

During the TT, you will learn a critical thinking process. This process is imperative for you to teach a class that is relevant, meaningful and effective for your clients. 

You will understand and learn how to do each Matwork exercise well and what each exercise’s primary intention is. But more importantly, you will:

- Learn how to look and “read” a body (your clients’)

- Make informed judgements about what you see

- Know what you can do to address the issues e.g. a Release, Stretch, Activation, Modification/Progression etc 

You will also learn about class design and class programming so that your clients can benefit maximally from your Pilates Matwork classes. 

Q7. How do I know I am ready? 

Sign up for the Group Practice and decide if this is the program for you or if you are ready! :)

Q8. How do I apply?

Sign up for either Immersion or the full certification program by clicking the relevant buttons above.

For those applying for the Pilates Matwork Certification program:

Upon receiving your application, Tabitha will get in touch with you to confirm you place. Please do look out for the email from info@bodytreecademy.com/contact@bodytreeacademy.com

Q9. What do the fees include?

Immersion: 25 Classroom hours and the relevant study materials

Certification:

50 Classroom hours, PLUS

+ Access to observe Mat classes online

+ Program manuals and study materials

+ A BTA Educator will also be your Mentor for the duration of your TT program.

Q10. Do I need to set aside additional budget?

Yes. For those taking up the teacher certification, please plan to set aside additional budget for:

  • Practice hours

  • First aid certificate (required by Sports Sg)

  • Venue for practice teaching (rental) if necessary

  • Evaluation Fee of $250

Q11. After I am certified, what next?

You can teach Pilates Matwork, or enroll in our Reformer and other Pilates equipment courses.

Q12. Is the BTA certificate internationally recognised?

Please read this page for the full explanation on international certifications