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MAT PILATES TEACHER TRAINING
Our curriculum blends the latest in exercise science with classical Pilates principles. You’ll learn everything from anatomy and biomechanics to cueing techniques and class design, giving you a well-rounded education that’s both deep and practical.
The Online
Mat Pilates program
Our Mat Pilates teacher training course is 50 hours of online and live Zoom training designed to give you the best start as a mat Pilates instructor.
Pilates Foundations course online
Anatomy self-study via online learning portal
Repertoire self-study via online learning portal
8 hour live online contact day via Zoom
Independent practice teaching
5 Observation hours (completed online)
Video & online assessment
Become a Confident MAT Pilates Instructor
this could be YOU
create your own path
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studio success
Want to launch your own studio and teach your way, your style? This course will get you started
travel & teach
Take your skills with you with a job that’s in demand all over the globe, and can be done anywhere.
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CAREER CHANGE
Leave the 9-5 behind and create a lifestyle you love. Side hustle, or full time switch. The choice is yours.
everything YOU need to TEACH MAT PILATES
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Learn at your own pace, around your commitments and really give yourself time to absorb the knowledge.
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Expert support, mentorship & guidance through your program and after your graduate. You’ll transition to teaching like a duck to water.
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Zoom training included, so that you can practice your teaching skills, ask your mentor anything and get real-world experience alongside the flexibility of learning online.
ready for your dream job?
WE’LL MAKE IT HAPPEN
Here's HOW it works:
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PILATES FOUNDATIONS & anatomy
We review what makes Pilates ‘Pilates’ and ensure your knowledge is top-notch. From underlying principles to the why behind everything you teach, you’ll get it all. You’ll complete your online anatomy modules with the topic broken down into short, easy-to-digest segments.
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MAT PILATES EXERCISE REVIEW
Access all 34 original exercises (and more contemporary variations) with each exercise broken down. We include purpose, technique, teaching tips, modifications, variations and props for each movement, which you can refer back to again and again.
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Live Zoom training day
When you’re ready, book your live Zoom day. You’ll create your first class plan, learn how to break down, cue, modify, progress and build stand-out sequences that clients love in a safe, effective way, for beginner & intermediate levels. Ask your tutor anything and get experience teaching others.
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complete your course
Submit your class plans, logs and final assessment via video. Start teaching right away when you pass. We help you with insurance, auditions, or business planning so that you can step into your new role as quickly as possible.
EXPERIENCE from our students
rachel
SCALLAN
“I had the best experience training with Move Union! The whole team were absolutely amazing—so knowledgeable, supportive, and passionate. Ajia has a real gift for teaching; she explains everything with such clarity and enthusiasm.”
Hebe
LITTLEWOOD
“Training with Move Union was so insightful, the team have so much experience and create an atmosphere where you feel supported whilst you’re training but also after you graduate. I couldn’t recommend them enough!”
kitty
DREWETT
“This program taught me a great foundation, as well as built on existing knowledge to a deep level of understanding. I really loved the course and will highly recommend it to everyone I know who is interested in becoming a Pilates instructor.”
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SNEAK PEEK
a look into THE PROGRAM
01. Pilates Principles and Fundamentals
The history and foundations of the Pilates method are covered in an introductory module.
02. Anatomy FUNDAMENTALS
Anatomy and physiology so you can truly understand what’s happening in the body, the WHY behind the exercises, and how to create safe, effective classes.
03. mat pilates exercises
BEGINNERS, INTERMEDIATE & ADVANCED REPERTOIRE
Technique exploration and how to teach the original 34 classical Pilates mat exercises plus, innovative and effective supporting exercises that help to reinforce the classical exercise concepts through movement
04. teaching skills
Learn how to sequence classes and manage groups effectively, including how to monitor and modify moves and series as you go so that everyone feels like they’re a star in your class. You’ll learn the art of cueing, and hands on adjustments so that you can lead a class with confidence, even if you’ve never done this before.
05. pre & postnatal considertions
Learn the essentials of working with pre and postnatal clients in this starter module, designed to allow you to work safely with mixed-class, while being prepared for common issues.
06. business skills
We’ll share our networking tips, and how to get started as an instructor so you can teach as soon as possible after your course. We’ll give you insights into how to succeed at auditions or with studio interviews, and where to gain experience when you’re starting out.
upcoming ZOOM DATES
We run live Zoom training dates approximately every 3 months so that you can schedule your training when it works for you.
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September 13th 10am - 5pm
November 15th 10am - 5pm
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January 31st 10am - 5pm
April 2026 tbc
July 2026 tbc
October 2026 tbc
flexible pricing that works for you
Pay In Full
one-time payment
£599
You will receive:
Instant access to the online portal
PDF manual to keep
Zoom training days
Mentorship & support
1 year to complete your program
Payment plan
3 monthly payments of
£250
You will receive:
Instant access to the online portal
PDF manual to keep
Zoom training days
Mentorship & support
1 year to complete your program
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frequently asked questions
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None, but you ideally you’ll have taken mat Pilates classes yourself and be familiar with Pilates
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After your live training dates you have up to 12 months to submit your assessment video. Some students pass within 1-2 months and others take the full year. Extensions are available on request for an additional fee
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Like other large Pilates training providers, we do not follow the UK-specific levels of training. Our program goes deeper than the level 3 framework and adheres the the PMA guidelines as a gold standard for international Pilates teacher training. You can be insured to teach with a Move Union certification and we have providers we recommend.
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You’ll need to complete 5 hours of class observation online. You will take your class observations online via our portal. While not a requirement we also strongly suggest taking pilates classes alongside your program to deepen your learning.
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We offer a 6 month payment plan. Certifications are issued when all payments are complete if using the 6 month option. Early payment is possible. See our enrolment page and select the plan that works best for you.
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When you’re ready you’ll submit your class plan and a video of you teaching to at least 3 students. If you need to refilm it, you can! Full guidance is given on meeting the test-out criteria.
have any other questions?
contact us and we’ll be happy to answer.
meet your Pilates mentor AJIA LEE FORSTER
FOUNDER & PROGRAM DIRECTOR OF MOVE UNION
Ajia Lee Forster has been a prominent figure in the fitness industry for nearly 20 years. Raised in a fitness-oriented family and trained as a dancer, she was drawn to the dynamic practices of Pilates.
As a comprehensively trained Pilates Instructor, Yoga Teacher, and Fitness Instructor, Ajia has worked with a range of individuals throughout many modalities striving for peak performance.
Ajia is a highly respected Pilates Master Trainer and Teacher Trainer, known for her work with elite athletes, celebrities, and high-level business professionals. She has received multiple awards for her contributions to Pilates education and has written and delivered numerous training programs.
Inducted to teach the Equinox Pilates Teacher Training in London, she also has a strong background delivering teacher training programs in Canada and the UK.
As Director of Pilates Education at Move Union, she has developed and delivered world-class teacher training programs, both in-person and online.Her career is defined by a deep commitment to mentoring and shaping the next generation of Pilates instructors.
unsure about how this works?
Just speak to us, we’re here to help you make the right decision for you. No pressure, no sales-push, just straight-forward advice.