IN-PERSON PILATES TRAINING
At Function Pilates Teacher Training Academy, we offer three certification options to meet you at every stage of your Pilates education journey.
You can choose to complete the Mat Certification, focusing on foundational Pilates principles and mat-based exercises; the Mat & Reformer Certification, which includes essential Reformer training alongside the Mat curriculum; or the Full Comprehensive Certification, our most advanced program covering all Pilates apparatus—including Mat, Reformer, Cadillac, Wunda Chair, Ladder Barrel, and Spine Corrector
IN-PERSON LIVE TUITION AND DATES 2026
In-Person Mat Certification
$799 or $225/month
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1/24 10-5:30pm
1/25 10-2pm
2/14 10-2pm
2/28 10-2pm
3/14 10-2pm (review day)
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6/6 10-5:30pm
6/7 10-2pm
6/20 10-2pm
7/11 10-2pm
7/25 10-2pm (review day)
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In-Person Mat & Reformer Certification
$2,899 or $333/month
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SATURDAY & SUNDAY 10:00 AM - 5:30PM PM
1/24-1/25
2/14-2/15
2/28-3/1
3/14-3/15 (review weekend)
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SATURDAY & SUNDAY 10:00 AM - 5:30 PM
6/6-6/7
6/20-6/21
7/11-7/12
7/25-7/26 (review weekend)
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In-Person Full Comprehensive Certification
$4,299 or $488/month
Includes Mat, Reformer, Cadillac, Wunda Chair, Ladder Barrel and Spine Corrector
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SATURDAY & SUNDAY 10:00 AM - 5:30PM PM
1/24-1/25
2/14-2/15
2/28-3/1
3/14-3/15 (review weekend)
4/11-4/12 (Chair & Cadillac)
4/25-4/26 (Cadillac, Ladder Barrel & Spine Corrector)
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SATURDAY & SUNDAY 10:00 AM - 5:30PM PM
6/6-6/7
6/20-6/21
7/11-7/12
7/25-7/26 (review weekend)
8/8-8/9 (Chair & Cadillac)
8-29-8/30 (Cadillac, Ladder Barrel & Spine Corrector)
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WITH YOUR LIVE COURSE YOU’LL LEARN:
Mat & Anatomy Foundations
Pilates Principles & History
Posture Assessment Techniques
Functional Anatomy for Pilates Instructors
Mat Exercises: Foundational to Advanced
Reformer Training
Essential to Advanced Reformer Exercises
Exercise Modifications & Progressions
Teaching Techniques & Cueing
Class Flow & Programming
Full Comprehensive Apparatus Training
Wunda Chair
Cadillac / Trapeze Table
Ladder Barrel
Spine Corrector
How to combine apparatus into private sessions and small group classes
Additional Coursework Includes
Self-Practice & Teaching Practice
Class Observation Hours
Client Programming & Session Planning
Business Essentials for Pilates Instructors
Final Practical, Written & Oral Testing
Preparation for the Nationally Certified Pilates Teacher (NCPT) Exam
MEET YOUR TRAINERS
Tom Meyers
MASTER TRAINER
Tom Meyers is Master Trainer at Function Pilates who brings a unique blend of technical understanding, personal experience, and compassionate teaching to every session. With a background as a mechanical engineer, Tom has always been fascinated by how things work—including the human body.
Jennifer Riley
MASTER TRAINER
Jennifer Riley is a Master Trainer at Function Pilates, where she combines deep personal experience with a strong technical foundation to guide clients and future instructors on their Pilates journey. She was first introduced to Pilates while seeking relief from physical discomfort and looking for a way to feel stronger and more connected in her body.
THE ACADEMY EXPERIENCE
“Full Comprehensive Certification training with Vanessa Kelly at Function Pilates has been an incredible deep dive into the world of Pilates!”
The course is very thorough, challenging, and truly transformative. I’m learning so much on so many levels—not just how to teach, but how to understand the body on a whole new level. Vanessa’s passion, knowledge and dedication make all the difference. I’m so grateful to be on this journey. Thank you Function Pilates!
DEANNA A.
Academy Student
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