At Reforma Studios, our Instructor Training Academy is built around a comprehensive and wholesome approach to developing exceptional Pilates professionals within a boutique studio environment. The programme combines industry-recognised education with hands-on teaching experience and ongoing mentorship, ensuring every trainee gains both the knowledge and confidence required to succeed in modern studio settings. Our academy proudly delivers the Active IQ Accredited Level 3 Diploma in Instructing Pilates Matwork, alongside Certificate in Instructing Pilates Reformer providing a strong foundation in both apparatus-based and mat Pilates. Rather than simply learning exercises, trainees develop a deep understanding of movement, enabling them to design intelligent and effective classes, confidently cue and guide clients, and adapt sessions for a wide range of abilities, goals, and needs. Emphasis is placed on safe, inclusive, and progressive teaching across multiple levels, ensuring instructors can work with confidence in real studio environments. Through a combination of technical education, practical teaching opportunities, and expert mentorship, our aim is to produce knowledgeable, adaptable, and highly skilled instructors who are fully prepared to thrive within a professional studio setting.

Price: £1,499 per person
Payment Plan: £500 x 3
Duration: 5 Days in person teaching, at home course work, follow up examination
Includes: Instructor Manuals, Teaching Days, Certification
Assessment: Worksheets, Multiple Choice Theory Exams + Practical Teaching Assessment
The ActiveIQ Level 3 Diploma in Instructing Pilates Matwork is an intensive and comprehensive training programme designed for individuals looking to become fully qualified Pilates instructors within both group and 1-2-1 environments. This course focuses on developing the knowledge and practical skills required to design and deliver safe, effective, and engaging Pilates matwork classes. Combining a strong foundation in anatomy and movement principles with real-world teaching application, the programme emphasises precise technique, confident instruction, and adaptable class programming. Learners will gain a deep understanding of how to structure and deliver professional Pilates sessions, while building the confidence to teach a range of clients in both studio and fitness environments. Training takes place within a professional studio setting, providing a supportive and immersive learning environment. Students will have the opportunity to practise, refine, and develop their teaching skills throughout the course, with ongoing mentorship and guidance. The course is led by Vanessa from Perfect Pilates, a highly experienced Pilates instructor, tutor and assessor who provides expert guidance, personalised mentorship, and practical insight throughout the training.
Who This Workshop Is Suitable For?
This course is suitable for anyone with an interest in Pilates, movement and health - there is no formal entry requirements, but participants should be attending regular pilates sessions
Participants will learn how to design and deliver safe, effective, and engaging Pilates matwork classes while refining their teaching presence, cueing techniques, and class structure.
What's Included?
• ActiveIQ accredited instructor manual (hard copy & digital)
• 6 days of in-person teaching
• Arrangement of two theory exams (completed remotely, open book)
• Practical teaching assessment (minimum 45-minute Pilates class delivery)
• Qualified assessor provided for practical exams
• Full tutor mentorship and support throughout
• ActiveIQ Level 3 Diploma certification upon successful completion
• Comprehensive coverage of:
– Anatomy and Physiology for Exercise and Health
– Health, Safety and Welfare in a Fitness Environment
– Principles of Exercise, Fitness and Health
– Principles of Pilates Matwork
– Programming Pilates Matwork
– Instructing Pilates Matwork
What Makes This Workshop Different
• Nationally recognised ActiveIQ qualification
• Intensive, immersive training format
• Strong focus on anatomy, movement, and technique
• Real-world teaching preparation and assessment
• Small group learning for personalised feedback
• Ongoing mentorship and support throughout the course
• Practical, hands-on teaching experience
• Designed to prepare instructors for modern studio environments
Why Instructors Choose This Workshop
This course goes beyond foundational training by combining theoretical knowledge with practical teaching experience. Learners leave with the confidence and competence to deliver professional, engaging Pilates classes.
Key focus areas include:
• Safe and effective class programming
• Strong cueing and communication
• Understanding of anatomy and movement
• Adaptable teaching methods
• Building confidence and presence as an instructor
Career Opportunities After Certification
Upon completion, instructors will be qualified to:
• Teach Pilates Mat classes
• Deliver 1-2-1 and group sessions
• Work within gyms, studios, and wellness environments
• Build a freelance or self-employed Pilates career
• Progress into further training, including our Reformer Pilates Course
Training Location
Training takes place at our boutique studio in Ripley, providing a professional and supportive environment where students can learn, practise, and teach in a real-world setting.
Price: £1,149 per person
Payment Plan: £383 x 3
Duration: 2 Days In Person + Assessments
Assessment: Multiple Choice Theory + Practical Teaching Assessment
Certification: Certificate of Completion
Our Certificate in Instructing Pilates Reformer Training Course is an intensive, hands-on programme designed for Pilates Instructors who want to specialise in Reformer Pilates, with some Tower work included. This course equips instructors with the technical knowledge and practical skills to teach safe, effective, and structured classical reformer sessions in both 1-2-1 and group studio settings. Participants will learn how to design intelligent, client-focused classes, confidently cue and guide clients, and adapt exercises for a variety of abilities and needs. Training takes place in a luxury boutique studio environment using professional-grade reformer equipment, allowing participants to learn, practice, and teach in a realistic studio setting.
The course is led by Vanessa from Perfect Pilates, a highly experienced Pilates instructor, tutor and assessor who provides expert guidance, personalised mentorship, and practical insight throughout the training.
Who This Workshop Is Suitable For?
The course is suitable for qualified Level 3 Mat Pilates Instructors.
Participants can follow a flexible pathway to focus on classical reformer mastery, with optional tower exercises, building confidence to teach in boutique studio environments.
What's Included?
What Makes This Workshop Different
Career Opportunities After Certification
Upon completion, instructors will be qualified to:
Training Location
All training takes place at our boutique studio in Ripley, providing a professional, high-end environment to learn, practice, and teach on real reformer and tower equipmen
Price: £2,395 per person
Usually £2,648.00 (save £253)
Payment Plan: £800 x 3
Duration: 7 Days In Person + Home Study & Assessments
Assessment: 2 Multiple Choice Theory Exams + 2 Practical Teaching Assessments
Certification: ActiveIQ Level 3 Diploma in Pilates Matwork + Reformer Certificate of Completion
Our Comprehensive Pilates Instructor Training Course combines the ActiveIQ Level 3 Diploma in Instructing Pilates Matwork with our intensive Reformer Instructor Training, offering a complete pathway to becoming a highly skilled, versatile Pilates instructor.
This immersive programme is designed to develop both foundational matwork expertise and specialist reformer teaching skills, equipping you to confidently teach in studios, gyms, and boutique environments. You will gain a deep understanding of anatomy, movement principles, and client-focused programming, alongside hands-on experience teaching both mat and reformer sessions. Training takes place in a professional boutique studio using industry-standard equipment, ensuring a realistic and supportive learning environment. The course is led by Vanessa from Perfect Pilates, a highly experienced Pilates instructor, tutor and assessor who provides expert guidance, personalised mentorship, and practical insight throughout the training.
Who This Workshop Is Suitable For?
No formal entry requirements, but regular participation in Pilates is recommended.
Matwork Training:
Reformer Training:
What's Included?
What Makes This Workshop Different
Key Skills You'll Develop:
Career Opportunities After Certification
Upon completion, you will be qualified to:
Training Location
All training takes place at our boutique studio in Ripley, providing a high-end, professional environment where you can learn, practise, and teach using industry-standard equipment.