Six reasons why our Teacher Training is the best choice for you:
- You are looking to start or enhance your career in wellness and movement.
- You want to expand or deepen your personal Pilates training.
- You want to study with a Master Instructor and Teacher Trainer with more than 24 years of Pilates teaching experience.
- You want to be successful, effective, professional, creative, well rounded and knowledgable as a Certified Pilates instructor.
- You want to be well prepared to help clients with their health and fitness goals and enhance their well-being with Pilates.
- You value ongoing mentorship and support and want to thrive as a Pilates instructor.
Teacher Training
The Presley Pilates Teacher Training is offered in person and via live video call. We are committed to preparing you for a successful career as a Pilates Instructor and will progress with your interests and inclinations as our compass during the program. No questions remain unanswered. Our dialogue allows you to "get it" on the spot and start applying your new skills immediately. Our goal is to equip you with educated and creative solutions to serve a clientele with diverse needs in both private, or group settings, while respectfully working within the frame that Joseph Pilates provided. The Presley Pilates Teacher Training is also an excellent tool for those who seek to deepen their own practice and gain a thorough understanding of the Pilates method.
Testimonials
"Teacher Training with Timea was perfect for me. The structure used in the training allowed us to focus on what was most useful and relevant for me. We had ample time to discuss different client presentations and variations of exercises. I also appreciate her depth of knowledge - she is well versed in multiple schools of thought which has been helpful for me as I begin to practice at different studios." JG, Physical Therapist
"Timea Presley's teacher training program gave me the courage and skills to establish a varied client base that requires different approaches. the one-on-one time allowed me to learn at my own pace and align to my personal schedule. I am grateful to Timea for helping me navigate my professional path." IS
"Choosing to learn from Timea at Presley Pilates was one of the best decisions I have made. Timea's clear and gentle teaching style allowed me to build trust in my skills and master Pilates without burning myself out. Completing my mat certification left me with a great sense of accomplishment and the tools I needed to further my Pilates career." JT
Four modules
The Presley Pilates 500 hour comprehensive teacher training curriculum is divided into four modules and can be taken in the following order:
Each module covers specific equipment and exercises and is scheduled separately. Each of the 125 hour long modules include:
After completion of all requirements an exam can be scheduled separately.
Course Syllabus
In addition to learning to teach the exercises developed by Joseph Pilates, the course work will also include:
Personal Practice
Students can start recording and accumulating personal practice hours once the course started. Accepted forms of personal practice hours include taking private and group sessions, practicing the movement sequences of the course at home, or practicing by following selected video materials.
Practice Teaching
Recorded teaching hours taught after the start date of the course count towards practice teaching. You can practice teach by instructing a friend, a family member, or as an apprentice instructor in a studio.
Observation
Students can schedule observation hours in a Pilates studio, or watch selected content on video. Observation hours can be started and counted after the beginning date of the course.
Shopping List:
Student Liability Insurance
As you work towards your certification, liability insurance is required to protect yourself in case of accidents. Presley Pilates can suggest a student liability insurance that matches our requirements.
Pricing
Please contact us for our current pricing.
Presley Pilates Certification
Our program offers an assessment-based certificate of completion, based on the recommendations of the Pilates Method Alliance. Upon finishing all of the requirements including written and practical exam, the Presley Pilates Teacher Certificate will be awarded to recognize mastery of the curriculum.
National Pilates Certification Exam
The National Pilates Certification Exam is the not-for-profit, professional association and certifying agency dedicated to the teachings of Joseph H. and Clara Pilates. Their mission is to foster community, integrity, and respect for diversity; establish certification and continuing education standards; and promote the Pilates method of exercise. Students who successfully complete examinations for all four Presley Pilates Teacher Training modules, and receive full certification for our 500 hour program are eligible to register for the National Pilates Certification Exam.
Bridge Program
Students who have completed a part of a Pilates training program through other organizations and are interested in obtaining further training, should contact us to inquire about our bridge program. We may offer full or partial credit towards our courses and certification.
Testimonials
"Teacher Training with Timea was perfect for me. The structure used in the training allowed us to focus on what was most useful and relevant for me. We had ample time to discuss different client presentations and variations of exercises. I also appreciate her depth of knowledge - she is well versed in multiple schools of thought which has been helpful for me as I begin to practice at different studios." JG, Physical Therapist
"Timea Presley's teacher training program gave me the courage and skills to establish a varied client base that requires different approaches. the one-on-one time allowed me to learn at my own pace and align to my personal schedule. I am grateful to Timea for helping me navigate my professional path." IS
"Choosing to learn from Timea at Presley Pilates was one of the best decisions I have made. Timea's clear and gentle teaching style allowed me to build trust in my skills and master Pilates without burning myself out. Completing my mat certification left me with a great sense of accomplishment and the tools I needed to further my Pilates career." JT
Four modules
The Presley Pilates 500 hour comprehensive teacher training curriculum is divided into four modules and can be taken in the following order:
- Mat course, exam and certificate (125 hours plus exam)
- Reformer course, exam and certificate (125 hours plus exam)
- Tower & Cadillac course, exam and certificate (125 hours plus exam)
- Chair & Barrels course, exam and certificate (125 hours plus exam)
Each module covers specific equipment and exercises and is scheduled separately. Each of the 125 hour long modules include:
- Course work (24 hours)
- Personal practice (34 hours)
- Practice teaching (34 hours)
- Observation (33 hours)
After completion of all requirements an exam can be scheduled separately.
Course Syllabus
In addition to learning to teach the exercises developed by Joseph Pilates, the course work will also include:
- Scope of practice (Mat Module)
- Code of ethics (Mat Module)
- Performance domains (Reformer Module)
- History of Joseph and Clara Pilates (Mat Module)
- Pilates philosophy (Mat Module)
- Pilates equipment safety and maintenance (Equipment Modules)
- Anatomy (All Modules)
- Movement science (All Modules)
- Precautions and contraindications (Cadillac / Tower Module)
- Postural assessment (Reformer Module)
- Program design (Chair & Barrels Module)
- Teaching skills (All Modules)
- Re-assesment (Chair & Barrels Module)
- Sample Medical and Liability Release Forms (Reformer Module)
- Building blocks of the Pilates exercises (All Modules)
- Basic principles of Pilates (Mat Module)
- Teaching tools (All Modules)
- Communication (All Modules)
Personal Practice
Students can start recording and accumulating personal practice hours once the course started. Accepted forms of personal practice hours include taking private and group sessions, practicing the movement sequences of the course at home, or practicing by following selected video materials.
Practice Teaching
Recorded teaching hours taught after the start date of the course count towards practice teaching. You can practice teach by instructing a friend, a family member, or as an apprentice instructor in a studio.
Observation
Students can schedule observation hours in a Pilates studio, or watch selected content on video. Observation hours can be started and counted after the beginning date of the course.
Shopping List:
- Course manuals: provided
- Books: Return to Life, by Joseph Pilates and William J. Miller
- The National Pilates Certification Exam Study Guide
- Student liability insurance (ask us, we can recommend one)
Student Liability Insurance
As you work towards your certification, liability insurance is required to protect yourself in case of accidents. Presley Pilates can suggest a student liability insurance that matches our requirements.
Pricing
Please contact us for our current pricing.
Presley Pilates Certification
Our program offers an assessment-based certificate of completion, based on the recommendations of the Pilates Method Alliance. Upon finishing all of the requirements including written and practical exam, the Presley Pilates Teacher Certificate will be awarded to recognize mastery of the curriculum.
National Pilates Certification Exam
The National Pilates Certification Exam is the not-for-profit, professional association and certifying agency dedicated to the teachings of Joseph H. and Clara Pilates. Their mission is to foster community, integrity, and respect for diversity; establish certification and continuing education standards; and promote the Pilates method of exercise. Students who successfully complete examinations for all four Presley Pilates Teacher Training modules, and receive full certification for our 500 hour program are eligible to register for the National Pilates Certification Exam.
Bridge Program
Students who have completed a part of a Pilates training program through other organizations and are interested in obtaining further training, should contact us to inquire about our bridge program. We may offer full or partial credit towards our courses and certification.