5 Springs Pilates
Teacher Training

5 Springs Pilates is proud to offer a 450 hr. comprehensive Pilates teacher training program as well as a 60 hr. Pilates Mat teacher training program created and taught by owner and founder, Mary Vogt. Held in-person, our rigorous teacher training programs are designed to be contemporary while heavily grounded in classical Pilates for a well balanced understanding of Pilates. The programs delve into a comprehensive understanding of anatomy, biomechanics, and the historical and theoretical aspects of Pilates. The curriculum integrates in-depth technical instruction with practical, real-world experience, providing students with the tools necessary to excel as versatile and effective instructors across various teaching contexts. These programs address the demand for skilled, informed, and innovative educators capable of engaging diverse clientele and succeeding in the competitive fitness industry.

What’s Included in Price

  • Printed manual
  • Study videos
  • In-person lectures
  • Self practice
  • Unsupervised and supervised teaching
  • Final practical and written exam

Prerequisite

2 years of personal study of Pilates.

Class Size

Limited to 10 candidates per session to ensure individual attention and a customizable learning experience for all.

Tuition

Mat: $1100
Full Comprehensive Program: $5000 (mat and full apparatus combined)
Limited work/study positions offered

Fall 2024 and Spring 2025 Dates Coming Soon!

Sample Mat Certification Schedule (2 days a week)

Week 1

Day 1: Anatomy 1, Postural Assessments
Day 2: 16 Mat Fundamentals

Week 2

Day 3: Mat Choreography
Day 4: Mat Choreography

Week 3

Day 5: Special Populations, Class Design
Day 6: Test (written and practical)

Sample Comprehensive Schedule (2 days a week)

Week 1

Day 1: Anatomy 1, Postural Assessments
Day 2: 16 Mat Fundamentals

Week 2

Day 3: Mat Choreography
Day 4: Mat Choreography

Week 3

Day 5: Special Populations, Class Design
Day 6: Test (written and practical)

Break for Self Practice/Teaching

Week 4

Day 7: Anatomy II
Day 8: Anatomy II

Week 5

Day 9: Reformer Choreography
Day 10: Reformer Choreography

Week 6

Day 11: Reformer Choreography
Day 12: Reformer Choreography

Week 7

Day 13: Cadillac Choreography
Day 14: Cadillac Choreography

Week 8

Day 15: Wunda Chair Choreography
Day 16: Ladder Barrel Choreography

Week 9

Day 17: Special Populations II and Class Programming
Day 18: Wrap up