At Core Pilates NYC, we don’t dilute the method — we deliver it straight from the source. Our Comprehensive Teacher Training is a deep dive into the classical system: the full repertoire, the original order, and the teaching skills to back it up. You’ll train in the heart of NYC with seasoned educators, real clients, and real-time feedback — because becoming a teacher isn’t just about doing the work, it’s about living it. This is your next-level path to a career as a Pilates pro.
Enrolling in Core’s 600 hour apprenticeship is not merely a commitment – it’s a transformation.
You step into a rigorous lineage-based system where every movement is a lesson in control, precision, and anatomical intelligence. This is not Reformer only Pilates or Pilates as fitness trend; this is a METHOD as Joseph Pilates intended – undiluted, demanding, and deeply powerful. Expect to be deconstructed and rebuilt, not only as a mover but as a teacher, immersed in the full classical repertoire across the Mat, Reformer, Cadillac, Chairs, and Barrels, Small Equipment and Modern Props widely used. You’ll log hundreds of hours practicing, observing, and teaching, under the watchful eye of mentors who expect excellence, not shortcuts. This is a journey that sharpens your eye, your body, and your voice—where tradition is honored, and mastery is earned.
Complete at least 10+ Private Sessions, 10+ apparatus classes, and 10+ Mat Classes either at Core or at an approved studio before the second month of the program.
Inquire with our team about the exclusive, and heavily discounted prereq bundle package once you put down a deposit.
Maintain a weekly Pilates practice at Core at least once a week through the duration of the program. Choose from one of our mandatory training memberships to fit your budget.
To ensure your education is not only through study but in practice – your OWN practice – we require all students to select a monthly membership that lasts the duration of the 6-month program. Our intake advisor will get you all set up with this upon acceptance into the program.
Autopay is set monthly. Choose one option that fits your budget.
6 month membership. 4 x per month $139/mo
6 month membership. 8 x per month $249/mo
6 month membership. 12 x per month $339/mo *best per class value!
A 6‑month immersive apprenticeship spanning 5 weekend intensives, totaling 600 instructional hours. This includes 150 hours across the 5 live weekend intensives. The remaining 450 hours are comprised of in‑studio apprenticeship, observation, teaching practice, and home study.
Curriculum, mentors, faculty, manuals, online platform and use of the studio and equipment.
All test out assessments are included (retest for a fee).
ACE & NASM credits (3.4 ACE, 3.2 NASM)
A month before we meet in person you’ll dive into this new world of Pilates by accessing your online dashboard and making your way through an online self-paced study moderated by a CPNYC faculty member. Cozy up with and be saturated with instructional videos, manuals, interactive discussions and quizzes. Self-paced to show up on day one super prepared.
Online Pre‑Course: Self‑paced learning via instructional videos, manuals, interactive discussions, and quizzes give you an advantage for day 1 in the studio.
Mat Training Course: Covers the full Beginner and Intermediate Classical Mat sequences, included as part of the comprehensive track.
Beginner System Module: Deep dive into classical Pilates beginner repertoire on all apparatus with emphasis on technique, cueing, and sequencing.
Intermediate Module: Builds on more advanced apparatus work and intermediate-level sequences.
Advanced Reformer Module: Intensive focus on advanced repertoire, teaching outside bodies, incorporating Anatomy in Clay Seminar, and cultivating your teaching voice.
Small Equipment Workshop to learn all the bits and pieces of classical props around the studio.
Modern Props so you can carry your classical education into any setting and be relevant.
Special Cases education where you’ll learn best approaches for back pain, hip and knee injuries, scoliosis and more!
Anatomy in Clay Fundamentals: Hands‑on anatomy training.
Special Cases & Injury Modifications Seminar with accompanying manual.
Small Equipment & Modern Props seminar (live and video-based).
“Tower Wars” Event – an immersive, creative sequencing challenge.
A self-study module on your student platform is dedicated to foundational anatomy as it relates to the Pilates movement you will be teaching. You’ll learn the key muscles and joints at work in the classical Pilates repertoire and understand common injuries and how to modify.
Presented by Core’s very own resident Dr. Sarah Ruback,
Anatomy in Clay is like arts & crafts meets body science! Roll up your sleeves and begin sculpting actual muscles—yes, with your hands—onto a skeleton model. You’re not just reading about anatomy, you’re building it, piece by piece. It’s squishy, sticky, wildly satisfying—and suddenly, all those confusing terms like “psoas” and “latissimus” make total sense.
It’s Play-Doh for Pilates nerds, science class reimagined, and the most hands-on way to truly get what’s under the skin. Once you sculpt it, you never forget it.
Studio Apprenticeship: Includes hands-on teaching, observation, and practicum sessions during the 6‑month period.
Ongoing Faculty Support:
Monthly mentor/coaching calls with faculty.
Weekly office hours for real-time guidance.
Resource Access: Interactive online platform with videos, manuals, and module guidance.
Access to the CPNYC Preferred Studio Partner Network, featuring insights and interviews with top NYC studio managers about auditions, hiring and career-building.
Exclusive Facebook Graduate Core-ner Group that is active and provides job and travel opportunities.
Discounts on private sessions, regular classes, retail items, and workshops.
Final Assessments: Structured exams and test-outs are included (any required retests are subjected to a fee).
Certification: Earn the CPNYC Comprehensive Certificate of Training, which positions you to sit for the Pilates Method Alliance (PMA) credential.
The program has 3 built in live assessments. Beginner assessment, Intermediate assessment and a final “Test Out” practical. In addition there are quizzes and a final written exam.
A certificate is issued only after successfully passing all required assessments, homework, quizzes, and submitting required hours and practice time.
You’ll be prepared to sit for the The National Pilates Certification Program (NPCP) exam (formerly PMA Exam) which is a third-party, non-brand-affiliated credentialing exam that is run by the Pilates Method Alliance, the main professional association for Pilates teachers.
Getting certified through the NPCP boosts your credibility and confidence and shows you meet a recognized global standard in the industry. This exam is optional and can be taken at any time in your career. It is NOT required to successfully graduate from our program.
As Core Pilates NYC-certified instructor, you’ll be (more than) qualified to begin teaching in any studio, gym, or spa/fitness center. You will be qualified to teach 1-1 and group sessions with clients of all levels, ages, and abilities. You’ll be prepared to sit for the official NPCP Certification Exam—which is the gold-standard certification test for Pilates instructors who want to prove their skills on a global level.
If you’re anything like our past teacher training grads…
Pilates has probably transformed your life in a big way—maybe it helped you heal, find strength, reconnect with your body, or simply feel more you. Now, you’re ready to share that transformation with others. You’re not just here to memorize exercises—you want to dive deep into the how and why behind the method.
You’re looking for a program that not only teaches you the classical Pilates system inside and out, but also shows you how to help people truly understand their bodies—so they can move better, feel better, and live better. You’re ready to teach with technical precision and with purpose. To learn the classical system—and how to make it come alive for real people. Because this isn’t just about exercises. It’s about helping people come home to their bodies. Just like you did.
If you’re even thinking about joining our upcoming Pilates Teacher Training programs, you can’t afford to miss the video recording of our recent live Q&A! We covered everything—from the training schedule and certification process to real talk about what it’s like to teach classical Pilates and how we help you succeed in the industry. This is your chance to get insider answers straight from our master trainers and hear questions from future teachers just like you.
Self-paced pre-course upon enrollment
Beginner Intensive Weekend. Sat/Sun. November 1, 2 2pm – 8pm
Beginner Intensive Weekend. Sat. November 8 2pm – 8pm
Intermediate Weekend. Sat/Sun. December 13, 14 2pm – 8pm
Intermediate Weekend II. Sat/Sun. December 20, 21 2pm – 8pm
Special Cases Seminar Sun. January 11 4pm – 7pm
Small Equipment Workshop Fri. January 30 6pm – 8pm
Advanced Reformer Intensive Sat/Sun January 30, 21 2pm – 8pm
Tower Wars Sun. March 22 1:30pm – 4p
* Dates are mandatory. In the event you have to miss a day, we recommend reviewing all course materials in your course portal and getting together with others in your cohort to discuss what you missed. You are also welcome to schedule a private session with a Faculty member for individual tutoring at a separate private session rate.
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Ready to be a teacher?
When you join the Core Pilates NYC cohort, you’re not just signing up for a program — you’re stepping into a powerful, supportive community of passionate movers, dedicated apprentices, and inspiring grads. Whether you’re looking to deepen your own practice, build a rewarding side hustle, or completely transform your career, this journey is your first step toward doing work that truly moves you — in every sense of the word. Your passion for Pilates brought you here. Let’s turn it into something life-changing.
Take the first step! Reach out here to discuss the details, your goals, career pathways and any questions you might have before making your decision. We know how the process works (and how it can feel) and are happy to advise you!
