Pilates Teacher Training
Whether you're beginning a new career in Pilates or ready to deepen your understanding of the method, my teacher training programs provide the education, hands-on experience, and practical skills you need to become a knowledgeable and confident Pilates teacher. Build a strong foundation, develop your teaching voice, and learn how to work thoughtfully with the person in front of you.
DETAILSPilates Teacher Training
Becoming a Pilates instructor is more than learning a method—it’s stepping into a meaningful path of guiding others toward greater strength, balance, and vitality. This profession blends purposeful movement with a lifelong commitment to well-being, for both your clients and yourself. * Next course starts in Spokane, WA Fall 2026.
With Pilates as your foundation, you’ll not only build a sustainable and rewarding career—you’ll become a resource for transformation. Rooted in mindful principles and whole-body health, this work invites you to grow personally while making a lasting impact in your community. It’s not just a job—it’s a calling to support, uplift, and live well.
Here’s what you can expect
from the Teacher Training Program:
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We intentionally keep our class sizes small with limited enrollment. This allows every student to receive individualized guidance, hands-on support, and direct feedback throughout the program. With more opportunities to ask questions and refine your teaching skills, you’ll build confidence faster and develop a deeper understanding of the material. Our goal is to create an intimate, supportive learning environment where you are truly seen, heard, and set up for success.
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With each course or module, you’ll receive a fully illustrated manual designed to be a lasting resource for your teaching journey. Every exercise is explained in detail—not only the “how,” but also the “why.” You’ll gain a deeper understanding of functional movement, anatomy, and the specific muscles engaged, as well as clear guidance on modifications and variations for different bodies and abilities. These manuals are thoughtfully created to support both your learning in the moment and your continued growth as a teacher, giving you a reference you can return to again and again.
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In addition to the manuals, you’ll have access to an extensive video library that brings the exercises and concepts to life. These videos are designed to support visual learning, giving you the opportunity to see the movements taught, cued, and broken down in real time. Whether you’re reviewing after class, preparing for practice teaching, or simply reinforcing what you’ve learned, the video library is a valuable tool to help you learn at your own pace and revisit material whenever you need it.
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Our Comprehensive Program is designed not only to deepen your knowledge and teaching skills but also to fully prepare you for the National Pilates Certification Program (NPCP) exam. The curriculum is carefully aligned with NPCP standards, ensuring you have a solid foundation in Pilates principles, anatomy, and teaching methodology. By the time you graduate, you’ll feel confident and ready to sit for the exam with the tools and knowledge needed to succeed.
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Graduates of the program are equipped with the skills and confidence to teach in a variety of settings—from established Pilates studios and fitness centers to private practice. You’ll also gain the tools and knowledge to launch your own Pilates business if that’s your path. Whether you want the stability of working within a studio community or the independence of creating your own, this training opens the door to a flexible and rewarding career.
This 450 + hour
Comprehensive Course includes:
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Anatomy and biomechanics
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Pilates Mat Repertoire
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Cadillac/Trapeze Table Repertoire
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Wunda/Combo Chair Repertoire
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Reformer Repertoire
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Ladder Barrel / Small Barrel / Spine Corrector
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Combining Classical and Progressive Pilates styles
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Training with various props on all eqiupment
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15+ Hours of review of all material
Learn From Experience. Develop Your Own Voice.
Teacher training should give you more than exercises to memorize. It should teach you how to observe, think, and make purposeful choices.
My approach blends the Pilates method with anatomy, biomechanics, movement observation, and more than two decades of teaching experience. I want you to understand not only what you're teaching, but why you're teaching it—and how to adapt the work to the person in front of you.
I don’t believe in creating teachers who all look and sound the same. My goal is to give you a strong foundation, challenge you to think critically, and help you develop the confidence and skills to become the teacher you are meant to be.
Transform your passion for movement into a meaningful career.
The Comprehensive Pilates Teacher Training Program offers in-depth education on all major Pilates apparatus — Reformer, Cadillac/Tower, Chair, and Mat. This 450+ hour program is designed to help you develop the knowledge, confidence, and skills to teach with precision, creativity, and care.
Led by Maria Sevilla, NCPT, Licensed Massage Therapist, and Master Trainer, you’ll study anatomy, biomechanics, cueing, and program design for a wide range of clients — from beginners to advanced movers.
Starts Fall 2026
The beauty of life is we get to create, experience, teach and share all of our gifts.
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Expand your teaching skills and earn 16 NPCP Continuing Education Credits in this comprehensive Pilates Barrels workshop.
Explore the full range of classical and contemporary exercises on the Spine Corrector, Small Barrel, and Ladder Barrel, and learn how to integrate these powerful tools into your teaching for improved spinal mobility, core control, and overall balance.
This training is essential for instructors pursuing their NCPT certification, as Barrels are required apparatus work for the exam. You’ll gain hands-on experience, learn effective cueing and modifications for various body types, and discover how to bring new depth and creativity into your programming.
Ideal for certified Pilates instructors, teachers-in-training, and movement professionals looking to continue their education and strengthen their foundation in the Pilates method.
The feet are the foundation of everything we do—but they are often overlooked in Pilates programming. In this 4 hour practical workshop, we’ll explore how foot mobility, strength, and alignment influence the knees, hips, and the rest of the body. You’ll learn simple assessment tools, hands-on exercises, and creative ways to use the Pilates equipment to help clients build stronger, more responsive feet and move with greater ease from the ground up.
Date: Coming January 2027
Location: Sevilla Bodyworks 1801 W. Broadway Spokane, WA 99201
Healthy Shoulders, Stronger Movement
Practical Pilates Strategies for the Thoracic Spine, Shoulder, and Neck Chain.
The shoulders don’t move in isolation. Healthy arm movement depends on the relationship between the thoracic spine, rib cage, shoulder blades, and neck.
In this practical workshop for Pilates instructors, you’ll learn how to observe common patterns such as limited thoracic mobility, neck tension, uneven shoulder organization, and compensations during arm movement.
We’ll explore functional anatomy, movement assessment, and familiar Pilates exercises on the mat and apparatus. You’ll leave with practical strategies for improving your clients’ upper-body awareness, mobility, stability, and coordination—without over-correcting or forcing one “ideal” position.
Learn to teach all levels of Mat and Reformer Pilates with confidence. This program includes our proprietary Nuts & Bolts fundamentals course, providing a strong foundation in Pilates principles, cueing, and programming. Begins Fall of 2026.