Become a Certified Pilates Teacher
Start a new rewarding career in Pilates. Our Pilates certification program will prepare you to become a confident and effective movement practitioner. You will learn both classical and contemporary exercises, anatomy, biomechanics as well as evolved methods of Pilates therapeutic techniques supported by current movement science.
All training seminars are happening in person right here in Astoria, NY
Accepting Applications for our January 2024 Program.
Certification Options
Perfect Posture Pilates Teacher Training is a career-oriented program. Through our integrative approach to Pilates, you will learn both classical and contemporary exercises as well as evolved methods of Pilates therapeutic techniques supported by current movement science.
Learn how to see, sense and help clients restore healthy function in their bodies.
Comprehensive Certification Program
500 hrs
The program includes anatomy, biomechanics, Pilates Mat and Equipment exercises, postural strategies, key assessment skills, and essential hands-on techniques to give you confidence in your teaching and to meet the needs of your diverse clientele.
Most programs are designed to teach students how to be either engaging group instructors or effective in a private instruction setting. Our program will prepare you to succeed in both. You will learn how to see, sense, and guide all clients to move better in all client situations.
Studio owner Varvara Kalinin has developed this 500-hour Comprehensive Pilates Certification Program to train new Pilates instructors to be competent and effective movement practitioners. Varvara draws on her 20 years of teaching experience and in-depth knowledge of human anatomy and movement exploration to create this multidisciplinary Pilates training system. Perfect Posture Pilates Teacher Training is the first comprehensive Pilates training in Astoria and all of Queens.
Anatomy + Mat Certification
135 hrs
Thinking of becoming a Pilates instructor but not yet sure if you want to make it a career? Teaching Mat classes first is a great way to start teaching Pilates at an affordable price with less time commitment. You can then decide if you want to proceed further in your Pilates studies. Our Mat + Anatomy training is also the foundation course for the students entering our Comprehensive Teacher Training Program.
Perfect Posture Pilates Mat teacher training is an in-person module that includes Anatomy lectures, an Essential Movement course, and the complete Mat repertoire from Beginner, Intermediate to Advanced levels. Perfect Posture Pilates Mat training will give you the knowledge and understanding of over 70 Pilates Mat exercises. In addition, you will learn how to tailor exercises to each student’s learning ability and provide safe and effective protocols for all ages.
This program is designed for those who want to teach group Mat classes at a studio or a gym, online Mat, or at-home private Mat sessions.
Program Information
Accepting applications for our next Comprehensive Teacher Training on Jan 6th of 2024
Comprehensive Program Includes
- Anatomy and Core Dynamics
- Essential Movement
- Comprehensive Mat
- Reformer Level 1 and 2
- Cadillac Level 1 and 2
- Chair
- Ladder Barrel and small props
- Postural Assessment
- Common Injuries and Conditions
- Therapeutics
- Fascial release techniques
- Programming
- 65 observation hours
- 80 hours of self-practice
- 90 hours of practice teaching
- 20 apprentice hours
- A written and practical Final Exam
Total Hours for completion 500 hours
Prerequisite
Minimum of 10 private sessions and 10 group classes at Perfect Posture Pilates.
Training Dates
*Estimated time commitment to complete the program is 9 months to one year.
Anatomy
Weekend 1 | January 6th and 7th
Weekend 2 | January 13th and 14th
Essential Movement
Weekend 1 | January 20th and 21st
Weekend 2 | January 27th and 28th
Weekend Off | Feb 3rd and 4th
Comprehensive Mat
Weekend 1 | Feb 10th and 11th
Weekend 2 | Feb 17th and 18th
Weekend Off | Feb 24th and 25th
Anatomy Test
Weekend 1 | March 2nd or 3rd (Either Days)
Cadillac
Weekend 1 | March 9th and 10th
Weekend 2 | March 16th and 17th
Weekend Off | March 23rd and 24th
Weekend Off | March 30th and 31st (Easter)
Reformer
Weekend 1 | April 6th and 7th
Weekend 2 | April 13th and 14th
Weekend 1 | April 20th and 21st
Mat test written and practical (ONLY for students that are going through our Mat certification)
Chair
Weekend 1 | April 27th and 28th
Ladder Barrel & Small Barrel
Weekend 1 | May 4th and 5th
Weekend Off | May 11th and May 12th
Postural Assessment
Weekend 1 | May 18th and 19th
Weekend Off | May 25th and 26th (Memorial Day Wknd)
Common Injuries & Conditions
Weekend 1 | June 1st and 2nd
Therapeutics
Weekend 1 | June 15th and 16th
Fascial Release Techniques
Weekend 1 | June 22nd and 23rd
Weekend Off | June 29th and 30th
Programming
Weekend 1 | July 6th, 7th, and 13th (the following Saturday)
Anatomy + Mat Program Includes
- Essential Movement Manual
- Comprehensive Mat Manual
- Small class size (ONLY 6 students are accepted per year)
- Beautiful Mat space for your Mat practice with a variety of Mat classes offered throughout the week, led by our senior Pilates instructors as well as Varvara, program director.
- Practice quizzes
- Private mentorship is available with Varvara and our senior instructors for an additional cost.
- A safe and supportive learning environment
- Final Test Out with Varvara Kalinin (Program Director)
- Teaching opportunities at Perfect Posture Pilates
Total Hours for completion 135 hours
Required Hours for Completion
- Anatomy | 24 hrs
- Essential Movement | 28 hrs
- Mat Level 1 and 2 | 28 hrs
- Self Practice hours | 20 hrs
- Observation | 10 hrs
- Practice Teaching hrs | 20 hrs
- Teacher Assisting | 5 hrs
- A written and practical exam
Total hours: 135 hours
Prerequisite
10 Mat classes (in person or online)
Location
Perfect Posture PilatesTM
23-08 30TH AVE 3RD FLOOR
ASTORIA, NY 11102
2024 Training Dates
Time Commitment for completing the Mat + Anatomy Training is 4 months
Anatomy
Weekend 1 | January 6th and 7th
Weekend 2 | January 13th and 14th
Essential Movement
Weekend 1 | January 20th and 21st
Weekend 2 | January 27th and 28th
Weekend Off | Feb 3rd and 4th
Comprehensive Mat
Weekend 1 | Feb 10th and 11th
Weekend 2 | Feb 17th and 18th
Weekend Off | Feb 24th and 25th
Anatomy Test
Weekend 1 | March 2nd or 3rd (Either Days)
Final Test Out (Written and Practical) Coordinate your final test out with Varvara (Program Director)
Estimated time for Final Mat Test out is on April 20 and 21st
Location
All lectures and practice sessions will take place in Astoria, New York.
Studio 1
Perfect Posture PilatesTM
23-08 30TH AVE 3RD FLOOR
ASTORIA, NY 11102
Studio 2 Rooftop
3116 30th Ave 4th floor,
Astoria NY 11102
(entrance on 32nd st)
All lectures will take place on Saturdays and Sundays at both locations from 11 am/12 noon to 6 pm/6:30 pm. Times will vary slightly depending on the lecture.
Required Books to Purchase
- Anatomy of Movement by Blandine Calais–Germain
- Trail Guide to the Body, 6th edition by Andrew Biel
- Return to Life by Joseph Pilates
Cost
Comprehensive Training Program Cost:
$6400
Non-Refundable Deposit for Comprehensive Teacher Training Program:
$500 to secure your spot.
Spots are very limited.
Comprehensive Anatomy + Mat Certification (includes Anatomy, Essential Movement and Mat ) Cost
$1850
Non-Refundable Deposit for Comprehensive Anatomy + Mat Certification
$500 to secure your spot.
Spots are very limited.
(Payment plans are available upon request. )
To learn more, please email us at admin@perfectposturepilates.com
Submit Your Application for the Program
Accepting applications for our next Comprehensive and Anatomy + Mat Teacher Training Programs starting on Jan 6th of 2024
Teacher Feedback
Studio owner Varvara Kalinin has a a depth of knowledge in anatomy and movement that even as a seasoned instructor has myself found this workshop intriguing and informative. If anyone who wants to learn Pilates movement and make a life change to their bodies to study with her, I highly recommend Varvara as a top notch teacher and instructor.
Georgette, Senior Pilates Instructor
