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IMMERSIVE 4 WEEKS TRAINING
MAT + REFORMER

Sunset Pilates Bali offers high quality, boutique teacher trainings that emphasise the classical method, which seeks to preserve Joseph Pilates’ original techniques and intent. Though the classical method is undeniably important, we acknowledge that much has changed since Pilates’ passing, and our training programs reflect this by incorporating the latest research in the field of movement mechanics, as well as keeping up with current fitness trends, making our trainees more marketable in a competitive industry. Both of our programs strongly emphasise the importance of fundamental/foundational movements as being the basis for aligning the body, creating a strong mind-body connection, and preventing injury.

Our Master Teachers come from strong backgrounds, and have decades of teaching experience between them. Our six month program is taught every year by Master Teacher Nancy Wuisan, and the immersive four week program is taught three times per year by Master Teacher Saria Bartholomew. Both programs produce highly skilled and capable trainers that go on to teach in studios around the world.

Though an NPCP certification (formerly known as a PMA certification) is not required to build a successful career in teaching, both programs help prepare graduates to sit for the exam. Please see the FAQ page for more information about the NPCP exam and eligibility requirements.

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Sunset Pilates is excited to offer a comprehensive 4 week Mat + Reformer Teacher Training Program by Master Teacher Saria Bartholomew. Mat and Reformer are the most popular apparatuses in the Pilates industry today, and knowledgeable instructors are in high demand.  This is a unique opportunity for students to immerse themselves in a quality educational experience while enjoying the iconic natural beauty and rich culture that Bali has to offer. 

This program prepares students for success in a rapidly growing industry by teaching them how to proficiently execute the exercises in their own bodies, and by helping them develop the skills needed to effectively instruct others in the Pilates method. Pilates demands precision, in both movement and instruction, and teaching skills must be well developed to teach the method to its true intention. This intensive, immersive learning experience is designed to help students develop into instructors that honour this intention.

  • Passion for the Pilates method
  • Desire to learn
  • History of the Pilates method
  • Pilates principles and philosophy
  • Functional understanding of anatomy and movement mechanics
  • Classical, clinical, and contemporary approach
  • Effective cueing
  • Deconstructing and progressing exercises
  • Client assessment and evaluation
  • Modifications, pre and postpartum, common injuries/conditions, working with athletes
  • Building a career in teaching
  • Foundations + Anatomy: 40 in class hours
  • Mat: 44 in class hours
  • Reformer: 92 in class hours
  • Practice Teaching: 110 hours
  • Observation: 110 hours
  • Self Practice: 120 hours
  • Test Out: written and hands on teaching, submitted online
  • Pilates History
  • Functional Anatomy
  • Foundational Movements
  • Classical and Contemporary Mat Repertoire
  • Classical and Contemporary Reformer Repertoire

Session May - June
May 12 - June 8, 2024

Foundations + Anatomy

Week One: May 12-18

Mat

Week Two: May 19-25

Reformer

Weeks Three and Four: May 26-June 8

Session July - August
July 7 - August 3

Foundations + Anatomy

Week One: July 7-13

Mat

Week Two: July 14-20

Reformer

Weeks Three and Four: July 21 - August 3

Session Sept - Oct
Sept 15 - Oct 12, 2024

Foundations + Anatomy

Week One: Sept 15 - 21

Mat

Week Two: Sept 22 - 28

Reformer

Weeks Three and Four: Sept 29 - Oct 12

Session Sept - Oct
Sept 15 - Oct 12, 2024

Foundations + Anatomy

Week One: Sept 15 - 21

Mat

Week Two: Sept 22 - 28

Reformer

Weeks Three and Four: Sept 29 - Oct 12

Session November
Nov 3 - Nov 30, 2024

Foundations + Anatomy

Week One: Nov 3-9

Mat

Week Two: Nov 10-16

Reformer

Weeks Three and Four: Nov 17-30

Session June - July
June 30 - July 27, 2024

Foundations + Anatomy

Week One: June 30-July 6

Mat

Week Two: July 7-13

Reformer

Weeks Three and Four: July 14-27

The Pilates Academy Exam is highly recommended to assess your Pilates knowledge and skills. To increase your chances of success, we strongly advise taking our Anatomy + Foundations program beforehand. Passing the final exam will be more challenging without this comprehensive foundation. Enroll today to enhance your expertise and achieve certification as a proficient Pilates professional.

Immersive 4 Week Training Contact/
Registration Form

Questions about the program and about program registration can be submitted here. The program’s instructor will respond directly to all enquiries.

Anatomy + Foundations

Reformer

Full Course 4 weeks

The Pilates Academy Exam is highly recommended to assess your Pilates knowledge and skills. To increase your chances of success, we strongly advise taking our Anatomy + Foundations program beforehand. Passing the final exam will be more challenging without this comprehensive foundation. Enroll today to enhance your expertise and achieve certification as a proficient Pilates professional.