Learn to instruct mat Pilates with our virtual, live interactive training. Master the concepts and techniques of 24 classical and 13 supporting exercises, as well as how to teach them effectively. Additionally, gain Group Fitness skills and practice teaching. Participate from home or any location to become a Mat Pilates instructor.

Our in-depth 40-week program will prepare you to become a Pilates instructor and teach Pilates as a system, using all the equipment developed by Joseph Pilates. You’ll learn the functional reasons behind the authentic exercises, how to create thoughtful session programming, and focused, effective cueing techniques – all supported by practical anatomy, voice training and business skills. This course is taught through in-person, live virtual and online programming.

Our Bridge Program is meant for instructors who are already comprehensively certified in Pilates and desire to continue their education with a deeper dive into the Pilates Method. Bridge students take part in the learning seminars and online programming without all of the student practice hours. Our program will prepare you to teach Pilates as a system, using all the equipment developed by Joseph Pilates. You’ll learn the functional reasons behind the authentic exercises, how to create thoughtful session programming, and focused, effective cueing techniques – all supported by practical anatomy, voice training and business skills. This course is taught through in-person, live virtual and online programming, and was created by Carrie Macy Samper.

For those already fully certified on Mat and/or all apparatus, we offer a variety of Continuing Education Workshops. Receive CECs for the NCPT credential.

Carrie Macy Samper, BA, NCPT, is the creator of the Equinox Pilates Teacher Training Programs. Carrie has been teaching Pilates for 21 years and a teacher trainer for 16 of those years. She holds Pilates certifications from Romana Kryzanowska, Power Pilates, and is a Nationally Certified Pilates Teacher. Being able to share the method on different levels to both clients, students, and teachers gives her renewed inspiration each day. Carrie has been with Equinox for 17 years and has held club, regional, and national level manager positions. She is currently the Director of Pilates Education for the company. You can find many classes taught by Carrie on Pilates Anytime, and she has presented at multiple Pilates Method Alliance conferences, as well as Pilates on Tour.