Take your teaching to the next level
Our Advanced Teaching Certification goes beyond the technicalities of Pilates exercises, diving deep into the skills that help you master the craft of teaching itself: holding the room, applying modifications, deeply understanding anatomy, developing your voice, as well as learning to skillfully teach more advanced exercises to your clients.
Please note: This course is for experienced and qualified Reformer Pilates instructors who are looking to advance their teaching. If you are not yet Reformer trained, we encourage you to start with the Reformer Pilates Teacher Training.
The Course Curriculum
Our curriculum features 9 highly in-depth, detailed, and innovative modules, stuffed to the brim with breakdowns, demonstrations, and deep dives.
Taught by Pilates legend and expert trainer, Miriam Jones, it goes above and beyond what you’ve come to expect from a teaching certification.
What's included
- What does it mean to be an advanced teacher? (3:03)
- Being present and holding space (9:31)
- Observing clients (7:26)
- Working the room (5:50)
- Using precision and control (7:37)
- Using breath (11:53)
- Giving verbal and physical adjustments (6:04)
- Delivering magic cues (6:42)
- Programming and sequencing (8:44)
- Using props intelligently (1:09)
- Mastering spring changes and footbar placement (10:02)
- Understanding energy and vocal projection (10:00)
- Honing your unique voice and teaching style (8:52)
- Developing a deeper knowledge of anatomy and exercises (1:58)
- Expanding on anatomy and biomechanics: the spine (21:10)
- Expanding on anatomy and biomechanics: the back body (26:46)
- Expanding on anatomy and biomechanics: the abdominal muscles (21:37)
- Deep dive: cat (22:32)
- Deep dive: scapula placement and movement (18:21)
- Deep dive: mid-back and spinal articulation (14:33)
- More exercises to apply the concepts (25:14)
- Practice the concepts and exercises (59:28)
- Expanding on anatomy and biomechanics: hips (14:18)
- Expanding on anatomy and biomechanics: knees (24:51)
- Expanding on anatomy and biomechanics: feet (9:33)
- Deep dive: side lying (8:57)
- Deep dive: footwork (16:20)
- Deep dive: bridge (14:43)
- More exercises to apply the concepts: scooter, side splits, kneeling glutes (23:40)
- Practice the concepts and exercises (68:11)
- Expanding on anatomy and biomechanics: arms (16:38)
- Expanding on anatomy and biomechanics: chest (9:07)
- Deep dive: salute (mid back and upward rotation) (7:59)
- Deep dive: wrist placement in plank (8:19)
- Deep dive: triceps in mermaid (8:21)
- More exercises to apply the concepts (18:04)
- Practice the concepts and exercises (42:14)
What you can expect
AN ONLINE PORTAL
Access our comprehensive online training portal including video demonstrations of every single exercise, sample classes, anatomy tutorials, detailed breakdowns and more.
A TIGHT-KNIT COMMUNITY
Become a lifetime member of our training community with access to our exclusive Facebook Group where you’ll find teaching tips, job posts, Q&As, and likeminded instructors.
ONGOING SUPPORT
Receive regular email support to help you work through the material and complete your certification. We’re always here to answer your burning questions.
GLOBAL RECOGNITION
Barre Body is globally recognised as an industry leader. Our graduates teach all over the world, and you can too. Paris? Buenos Aires? Bali? Just send us the Zoom link.
AND YOU'RE CERTIFIED
You’ll graduate with an Advanced Teaching Certification (Reformer Pilates). It’s a highly-revered addition to your resume.
Meet your teacher, Miriam Jones
With over 25 years of Pilates experience, she’s the best of the best.
Miriam is a certified Pilates instructor, personal trainer, allied health assistant, workplace trainer and assessor, body work practitioner, and clinical physiology student.
With over 25 years experience teaching and training teachers in Pilates, fitness, barre, and movement, she’s a highly skilled educator and a naturally warm teacher. In fact, she’s famous across Australia for delivering world-class trainings, as well as coaching teachers in the art of developing true presence and connection with clients.
CATHERINE ROBERTS
Thank you so much. I'm so grateful for Barre Body. What a company-supporting and caring throughout and not just whilst training. They never leave you. Sophie & Liana are simply amazing at their job and Emma’s goal setting course and podcast got me through some limiting belief moments. I honestly don't think I would have established half of what I've achieved.
KARLEE BRIDGE
Barre Body provided the most enjoyable teaching/learning experience for Mat Pilates! The_content, instructors, ease of online use and assessment requirements were very informative,useful and engaging! Could not recommend more highly undertaking a course with Barre BodyTeacher Training!!!
ELIZA THOMPSON
Barre Body is hands down the best platform to learn from. I completed the barre pilates course and I have learnt so much over the duration of my course,it has given me the confidence to become the best Barre instructor I can and has given me all the tools & resources to do so. The Teachers are amazing and there is always ongoing support. My favourite part about barre body is the way they make you feel welcomed and a part of a non-judgmental community. 10/10 recommend.
Questions? We’ve been expecting you.
Are there any prerequisites?
A passion for upskilling is a must! Oh, and a Reformer Pilates Certification, whether that’s with us or a different training provider.
How long do I have to access the course?
Once you’re enrolled, you have access to your online modules for 6 months, plus an extra 3 months to complete your practical hours and assessment. That’s plenty of time, even if your pace is more tortoise than hare.
Pro tip? Take notes throughout your training so you can hang on to the information forever.
What support will I get during the course?
Our trainers are available around the clock to answer your questions and guide you through the course. You’ll also access lifetime support in our Facebook community of trainees, teachers, and graduates.
What does the assessment involve?
A personalised class plan, plus an explanation of how you’ll apply everything you’ve learned. You’ll also answer quizzes, submit a video of you teaching an advanced exercise (you get to pick your fave!), and an essay on how you’ll incorporate your new teaching skills in future classes.
Do I need to own a reformer?
Yes! You can buy an at-home reformer if you plan to study and teach at home, rent one, or bribe your local studio to let you use theirs.
What currency is the training priced in?
We offer AUD, USD, GBP pricing at checkout.
Do you offer payment plans?
We sure do. If you’re unable to pay in full, we offer a 3-month payment plan. Talk to our team at [email protected] for more information.