Mat
Mat teacher training
Qualify to teach Mat Pilates from beginner to advanced, across Contrology, Classical and Contemporary repertoire.
£2,200 or 4 × £550
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Teacher training · 5 in-person days
Barre Teacher Training, Manchester
Qualify to teach Barre classes that blend ballet conditioning with Pilates principles.
£2,200 or 4 × £550. Exams, manual and assessment included.
Accredited by
- Pilates Method Alliance
What is the Barre teacher training?
A Barre instructor training in Altrincham, Greater Manchester, blending ballet conditioning with Pilates principles. Five in-person practical days at our training centre, an online Human Movement course, supported practice hours and exams, all included for £2,200 or four interest-free payments. Suitable for beginners and for Pilates or fitness teachers adding Barre.
At a glance
- Format
- 5 in-person days
- Practice hours
- 80 supported hours
- Exams
- 3 included
- Price
- £2,200 or 4 × £550
- Location
- Altrincham, Greater Manchester
- Accreditation
- ITTAP via PMA · CIMSPA Training Partner
- Prerequisite
- None
Is this for you?
Honest fit, before you book
This is for you if
- You love music-led, energetic classes
- You want to teach in studios, gyms or your own venue
- You value in-person coaching in a small group
This isn't for you if
- You want a guaranteed pass in a weekend
- You would rather learn entirely online
Curriculum
What you'll learn
Repertoire
- Barre fundamentals and ballet positions
- Pilates-based core and conditioning sequences
- Props and progressions
- Class formats from beginner to athletic
Teaching skills
- Anatomy and human movement
- Cueing to the beat
- Building a playlist and class flow
- Classroom management
- Prenatal guidelines
Career
- Finding your first job
- Launching your own Barre classes
- Insurance and self-employment
Included
What's included
- Human Movement Course (online)
- Online learning platform
- 5 in-person practical days at the Altrincham centre
- Training manual
- Video library
- Workshops: history, principles, inclusive language, classroom management, programming, teaching to music, prenatal guidelines, your first job and starting a business
- All exams at no extra cost
Road to Certification
These hours are why studios hire our graduates
After the intensive you complete 80 supported hours, then three exams. Most students finish in eight weeks alongside a job.
- 30 observation
- 25 personal study
- 25 practice teaching
- = 80 hours
A suggested 8-week plan
- Weeks 1 to 2. Observation heavy: book onto classes locally, at the centre or through the video library.
- Weeks 3 to 5. Start teaching short sections to friends and fellow students. Keep observing. Begin revision.
- Weeks 6 to 8. Teach full classes. Hire the studio if you need a room and equipment. Sit your exams.
How to complete your hours
- Studio hire at the centre. Rates on the pricing page.
- Equipment hire. £5 per hour.
- Your local studio. Many studios welcome trainees to observe and cover.
- Online observation. Through the video library and the app.
The three exams
- Human Movement exam. 50 multiple choice questions, online.
- Theory exam. 30 multiple choice questions, online.
- Practical exam. Teach a 45-minute class plus 5 random exercises, via Zoom.
Dates
Choose your Barre date
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Pricing
What it costs, with nothing hidden
Price
£2,200 all in
- Pay in full
- 4 × £550 interest-free
No extra fees: exams, manual and assessment included. All payments are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Double booking
Book any two of Mat, Reformer and Barre together for £3,400 and save £1,000. Pay in full or spread the cost over 6 monthly interest-free payments.
Students with an existing Level 3 fitness qualification receive £400 off. Email a copy of your certificate to info@thepilatesprogramme.co.uk and we will send you a discount code.
What's included
- Human Movement Course (online)
- Online learning platform
- 5 in-person practical days at the Altrincham centre
- Training manual
- Video library
- Workshops: history, principles, inclusive language, classroom management, programming, teaching to music, prenatal guidelines, your first job and starting a business
- All exams at no extra cost
See the full pricing breakdown, including cost per in-person hour
Free guide
The Pilates Teacher Career Guide: costs, hours, accreditation and your first job
- The real total cost of qualifying, with nothing left out
- How the 80 practice hours fit around a job and a family
- What our accreditation means and the questions to ask any provider
- How graduates find their first paid class
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What this course unlocks
Reformer
Reformer teacher training
Qualify to teach beginner and intermediate Reformer, the most in-demand skill in boutique studios.
£2,200 or 4 × £550
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FAQ
Barre questions
Do I need a dance background to teach Barre?
No. Barre uses ballet positions but you are training to teach conditioning, not ballet. Musicality and a love of group classes matter more than dance training.
How many practice hours do I need, and how do I organise them?
After the in-person intensive you complete 30 observation hours, 25 personal study hours and 25 practice teaching hours. Most students finish in eight to twelve weeks alongside a job. You can observe classes locally or online, hire studio space and equipment at the centre, and practise teaching friends, family or a local studio. We give you a plan and support you through it.
How much does Pilates teacher training cost?
Mat, Reformer and Barre teacher training each cost £2,200. That includes the online Human Movement course, the in-person days (four for Mat, five for Reformer or Barre), your manual, the video library, all workshops and all exams. There are no extra fees for assessment or certification. You can pay in full or in four monthly interest-free payments.
Can I pay in instalments?
Yes. Qualify courses can be paid in four monthly interest-free payments of £550. A double booking of two courses can be spread over six payments. CPD can be paid in two instalments. All payments are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Are your courses accredited?
Our courses are internationally accredited by ITTAP through the Pilates Method Alliance, and The Pilates Programme is a CIMSPA Training Partner. The accreditation page explains what each body is and what it means for where you can teach.
What are the exams like?
There are three: a 50-question multiple choice Human Movement exam, a 30-question multiple choice theory exam, and a practical exam where you teach a 45-minute class plus five random exercises over Zoom. All are included in the course fee, and you are prepared for each one during training.
What support do I get after I qualify?
You keep access to the online platform and video library, you can hire studio space and equipment at the centre, you receive 10% off further training, and our jobs board lists roles from studios across the UK.