At Core, we don’t reinterpret the method—we uphold it.
This is a 600-hour comprehensive, immersive study of the Classical system: every exercise, in its original order, taught with clarity and purpose.
You’ll train in NYC with seasoned teachers, real clients, and real-time feedback—developing the judgment, presence, and precision required to teach at a professional level.
April 30: Orientation 5 – 7pm
May 2, 3, 9: Beginner Intensive Weekends 2 – 8pm
June 13, 14, 20, 21: Intermediate Intensive Weekends 2 – 8pm
July 31: Small equipment seminar 5:30pm – 8pm
August 1, 2: Advanced Reformer Intensive 2 – 8pm
September 6: Tower Wars
* These are mandatory dates and do not include anatomy seminars, test out times, mentor calls and more. In the event you have to miss a day(s) you may be required to schedule a makeup with a Faculty member for individual tutoring for an additional fee.
Our Comprehensive Teacher Training is a complete course of study—designed to take you through the full Classical Pilates system across all apparatus, with structured progression and hands-on instruction.
Your tuition includes all training weekends, online platform access, course materials, and ongoing faculty support throughout the program.
For those who prefer added flexibility, a payment plan is available.
Total investment with payment plan: $6,395.
Enrollment is limited.
Training requirements may vary by host studio.
At Core Pilates NYC, students are required to maintain an active 6-month membership throughout the duration of the program—supporting a consistent personal practice alongside their training.
This provides regular access to apparatus classes and ensures you stay connected to the work in your own body as you learn to teach it.
We offer a range of membership options to meet you where you are, so you can choose what feels aligned both practically and financially.
Offset your tuition while becoming more involved in the work.
A limited number of positions are available for apprentices ready to contribute, grow, and take a more active role inside the studio.
*Workstudy applications are reviewed on a rolling basis for each cohort. Positions are limited.
Core’s 600-hour apprenticeship isn’t just a commitment—it’s a transformation.
This is the full method, taught on all apparatus as it was intended—structured, exact, and uncompromising. Not reformer-only. Not a trend.
You’ll be challenged, refined, and rebuilt through the complete classical system, with mentors who expect excellence—not shortcuts.
This is where you learn to see, to teach, and to carry the work forward.
At least 10+ private sessions, 10+ apparatus classes, and 10+ mat classes must be completed at Core or at another approved studio before the second month of the program.
*we offer a discounted bundle if needed to help fulfill this requirement.
Your training extends beyond study—it lives in your own practice. All students maintain a monthly membership throughout the 6-month program, set up upon course start.
Options:
Your training begins the moment you enroll.
Upon enrollment, you’ll receive access to your online dashboard and begin a self-paced immersion into the work. In the weeks leading up to our first in-person weekend training, you’ll engage with videos, manuals, discussions, and quizzes—building the foundation so you arrive prepared, confident, and ready to step in.
Your training is structured as a progressive immersion into the full classical system:
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.
Your anatomy study is woven throughout the training—grounded in two live seminars with Dr. Sarah Ruback.
Foundations I introduces the essential structures and concepts behind the work, and Foundations II deepens your understanding through the highly interactive Anatomy in Clay system—where you’ll build musculature directly onto anatomical forms, bringing the body to life in your hands.
Between and beyond these seminars, you’ll engage with an online study module, recommended readings, and optional workshops—connecting anatomy directly to how you see, cue, and teach the method.
Hands-on teaching, observation, and practicum integrated throughout the full 6-month training.
Ongoing faculty support through monthly mentorship and weekly office hours.
Access to our online platform, studio partner network, and graduate community—supporting your transition from training into teaching.
Resource Access: Interactive online platform with videos, manuals, and module guidance.
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 includes three live assessments: Beginner, Intermediate, and a final Test Out practical—along with quizzes and a written exam.
Certification is awarded upon successful completion of all assessments, coursework, and required training hours.
Graduates are prepared to sit for the National Pilates Certification Program (NPCP) exam—a respected, third-party credential recognized across the industry. This exam is optional and not required for graduation.
As a Core Pilates NYC–certified instructor, you’ll be fully prepared to teach in studios, gyms, and private settings—working one-on-one and in groups with clients of all levels.
You’ll also be prepared to sit for the NPCP Certification Exam, the industry’s recognized gold standard for Pilates instructors worldwide.
"I’ve been around this work long enough to know— it only works when it’s taught as a system. That’s what we do here."
- Michelle Fama, Founder, Core Pilates NYC
If you’re here, you’re not just curious—you’re ready.
And like previous graduates, you’re ready to understand the work beyond your own body.
Ready to develop the eye, the language, and the confidence to teach.
You’re not here to memorize exercises. You want to understand the system: the why behind every movement, the structure that makes it work, and the skill required to bring it to life for real people.
Ready to be a teacher?
There’s a moment when the work shifts— when you stop just doing Pilates, and start seeing it. You begin to understand what each exercise is asking for. You start to recognize patterns in the body. You learn how to guide, adjust, and communicate with clarity. This is where that happens. You’ll be in the room. Teaching. Watching. Being coached in real time along with your community of apprentices. Not just learning the method— but learning how to deliver it, adapt it, and stand behind it. Because becoming a teacher isn’t about memorizing exercises. It’s about learning to see, to respond, and to lead. If you’re ready for that, you’re ready for this.
Reach out to connect with us directly—we’re here to walk you through the details, understand your goals, and help you navigate the path ahead. We’ve guided many teachers through this process and are here to support you in making the decision that’s right for you.
