About
InsideOut Body Therapies’ Pilates Teacher Training is licensed with The Pilates Center (TPC) in Boulder, Colorado, and is one of the most respected, comprehensive, and intensive programs of its kind. Students work with Third Generation Teachers to learn both Classical and Therapeutic Pilates. Our goal at InsideOut Body Therapies is to inspire students to embody Pilates and to develop the critical thinking, listening, and practical skills needed to become compassionate and knowledgeable Pilates teachers.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Even though applications and registration are processed via The Pilates Center, Boulder, prospective students must email InsideOut Body Therapies prior to submitting their application. Email Mischa. We will schedule a phone call with you to discuss program options and answer your questions.
BIPOC Scholarship
At InsideOut, we welcome students of all races, cultural backgrounds, sexual orientations, gender identities, and abilities. To support increased diversity, inclusion, and equity in the Pilates field and to make sure everyone has the opportunity to shape their future with us, InsideOut is seeking Black, Indigenous people, and People of Color scholarship applicants for a cohort of Pilates Teacher Trainees.
Learn more about our BIPOC Scholarship, including what costs it covers and how to apply, by clicking here.
Why InsideOut Body Therapies Pilates Teacher Training?
Our teacher training programs (TTP) adhere to guidelines established by the National Pilates Certification Program and the National Registry of Schools, and prepare students to work in a professional Pilates studio. The program prepares students to sit for the National Pilates Certification Program exams.
These comprehensive, Classical training programs include an in-depth study of the entire Pilates System, including all pieces of equipment. Not only do our students memorize and master the full repertoire of classical exercises, but they also explore the art of teaching, learn to embody the Pilates system, and develop the skills to teach Pilates to a diverse clientele.
What to expect:
The TTP challenges students to develop and grow physically, mentally, and emotionally into compassionate and knowledgeable instructors.
Our programs hone the skills Pilates teachers will use daily to read the body in movement, identify muscular patterning, and create training sessions for individuals and groups. We provide a supportive atmosphere for learning that blends mentorship and apprenticeship. Our program also includes practical exams, constructive feedback, and teaching clinics.
We present all of the classical material (Beginning to Advanced) along with countless modifications in a logical and precise way. This not only allows teachers to progress their clients effectively, but also provides trainees the opportunities to grow their creativity and love of movement inside of their Pilates practices.
Learn more about InsideOut Master Teachers, Deborah Matthews and Mischa Decker.
Benefits Offered to Pilates Teacher Training Students:
- Mentorship and individual advising from Third Generation Master Teachers
- Teaching Clinics and additional workshops
- Use of InsideOut facilities for practice teaching
- Opportunities to teach Group Equipment Classes
- Exposure to Rehabilitative and Therapeutic Pilates
- Exposure to other Healing and Movement modalities including Rolfing® Structural Integration and Physical Therapy
Each program includes a combination of Internship and Exam hours, but the breakdown varies depending on the program.
Students will complete an average of 15 – 18 hours per week toward their Internship hours. Internship Hours include Online Lectures, Observation, Practice Teaching, Lessons, Personal Workouts, Teaching Skills, and Required Readings. We strongly encourage students to complete the majority of their observation hours in our studio.
NEW TEACHERS – Program Options
Advanced Program
The Advanced Teacher Training Program is 950 hours. Upon completing the program, students will be proficient performing and teaching the complete classical Pilates repertoire, from beginner to advanced level on all pieces of equipment. Graduates receive an Advanced Teacher Training diploma and meet eligibility requirements to take the PMA® National Certification Exam.
Advanced Program Entrance pre-requisites
Pass a Level III (Intermediate) performance on the Pilates Reformer.
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- Visit the The Pilates Center of Boulders’ (TPC) website to read more details and to apply to the Advanced Program.
Intermediate Program
The Intermediate Teacher Training Program is the perfect way for anyone to begin their journey to become a professional Pilates teacher. Intermediate Program students explore the complete, comprehensive intermediate Classical Pilates repertoire and teaching principles.
Upon completion of this 450 hour program, graduates receive an Intermediate Teacher Training Program Diploma and meet the minimum requirement to take the PMA® National Certification Exam.
Intermediate Entrance prerequisites
Students must have at least 17 hours of lessons that include experience on the Reformer, Cadillac, Low Chair, and Mat. To learn more details and to apply for the program, visit the TPC website: Intermediate Program
Intermediate Plus Program
The Intermediate Plus Teacher Training Program is a 600 hour program. It is an expansion of the Intermediate Teacher Training Program that includes additional internship hours and a case study. Graduates receive an Intermediate Teacher Training Program Diploma and also qualify to take the PMA® National Certification Exam.
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- Intermediate Plus Program Entrance Prerequisites
Students must have at least 17 hours of lessons that include experience on the Reformer, Cadillac, Low Chair, and Mat. To apply, click on the link below and follow the instructions to apply and register via The Pilates Center website: Intermediate Plus Program
- Intermediate Plus Program Entrance Prerequisites
Mat Pilates Educational Program
The Mat Pilates Educational Program is a 460 hour program. It is an in-depth exploration of the Pilates Mat System that includes internship hours and a case study. Graduates receive a Pilates Mat Educational Program Diploma.
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- Mat Pilates Program Entrance Prerequisites
Students must have taken at least 15 hours of Pilates Mat privates and classes. To apply, click on the link below and follow the instructions to apply and register via The Pilates Center website: Mat Pilates Program
- Mat Pilates Program Entrance Prerequisites
ALREADY A PILATES TEACHER? – Programs for Pilates Teachers
Bridge Program
The Bridge Program is designed for graduates of The Pilates Center Intermediate Teacher Training Program or another 450 hour (minimum) comprehensive teacher training program who wish to advance their skills and further their education.
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- Bridge Program Prerequisites
Visit the TPC website to read more details about the program prerequisites and to apply to the Bridge Program
- Bridge Program Prerequisites
Application & Enrollment for the Pilates Teacher Training Program
We process all Applications and Enrollments through The Pilates Center, Boulder. Internship and Program hours can ALL be completed at InsideOut Body Therapies in Durham, NC.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Students do not have to travel to Boulder.
Each program has different prerequisites (see above). We recommend that students be practicing Pilates on a regular basis to learn as much as they can prior to entering the program. The program entails a lot of learning and assimilating of information. The more a student can embody and experience Pilates, the easier it is to integrate information and to develop teaching skills.
Yes. All TTP payments are made to The Pilates Center in Boulder, Colorado and payment plan options are available.
Students can start any time of the year! The Pilates Center (TPC) has created iTPC which offers more flexibility for students to begin their program anytime through the online campus. In the past, we offered two semester start times per year and coordinated the Orientation with the Formal Lecture Series. With the online system, students can begin when it is convenient for their schedules. To begin, students must contact both InsideOut Body Therapies and The Pilates Center Boulder.
No. The Pilates Center filmed the Formal Lecture Series and now offers it in digital form. Students can now watch the entire leveled weekend online or just pick a single exercise to view. Amy Taylor Alpers and Rachel Taylor Segel teach the online portion.
All other internship hours, teaching workshops, and exams are completed at InsideOut Body Therapies. Weekly skills classes and trainee workshops further support the online lectures and help trainees develop tactile teaching skills.
Alana:
“Choosing InsideOut Body Therapies for my Pilates Certification was the best decision I made, for so many reasons. One of the most important ones is that I got to learn from amazing teachers in a warm, encouraging, and supportive environment.
The entire staff at InsideOut who are extremely knowledgeable in their fields, including Physical Therapists, Rolfers, Acupuncturists, and Massage Therapists. Of course being able to train directly under Deborah and Mischa, classically trained Pilates practitioners who are very knowledgeable in injury rehabilitation and a Physical Therapist, was incredibly valuable.
Many of the clients I currently teach have been referred to Pilates by medical professionals. Being able to modify and make Pilates exercises accessible and beneficial for these clients would have been impossible without the knowledge and process of thinking InsideOut taught me.
The program gave me a solid foundation of incredibly detailed knowledge on all Pilates exercises on all pieces of equipment, but also the confidence to see and assess the body/client in front of me, trust my instincts, and create a session that will be of greatest benefit for that client.
I highly recommend it because it is one of the most thorough, extensive, and reputable programs in the nation, but also because the small teacher-to-student ratio provides a direct and open learning atmosphere. It is a truly unique place, and I feel very grateful to be a part of the InsideOut family.”
Erin:
“I began taking Pilates classes at Inside Out during my second year of Physical Therapy school and UNC-Chapel Hill. After falling in love with Pilates and learning how beneficial it would be to intertwine Pilates and Physical Therapy, I began taking an interest in the teaching training program.
I entered the program during my final year of Physical Therapy school and spent most of my observation hours learning Pilates-Based Physical Therapy techniques that I could later use with my patients. The teaching program assisted me with both my physical Pilates skills, as well as with my teaching and overall communication skills.
The program was a perfect combination of challenging and fun! I am now a licensed Physical Therapist in Charlotte, NC, and I use Pilates within my intervention techniques with my patients. I also work at a Pilates studio teaching clients and seeing patients using the Pilates-Based Physical Therapy method.
IOBT’s Pilates Teacher Training course prepared me for the world of Pilates, and I am so incredibly thankful for all of the teachers and staff members at InsideOut. I would highly recommend the program to any individual who is looking to take their Pilates training to the next level!”
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