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Sunset Pilates Bali offers high quality, private Pilates teacher trainings programs 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 multiple 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 of our programs help prepare graduates to sit for the exam. Please see the FAQ page for more information about the NPCP exam and eligibility requirements.
Immersive 4 Week Training
Mat + Reformer on March 2 - March 29, 2025
Sunset Pilates is excited to offer a comprehensive, 526 hour 4 week Mat + Reformer Teacher Training Program. 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 well. This intensive, immersive learning experience is designed to help students develop into effective instructors.
- Passion for the Pilates method
- Desire to learn
- Beginners are welcome. Students need to learn from a foundational level so that they can effectively teach at a foundational level
- Pilates principles, philosophy, and history
- Functional anatomy and foundational movements as they apply to the Pilates method
- Classical repertoire: exercise names, order, number of repetitions, and purpose
- Contemporary variations of the Classical exercises
- Exercise benefits
- Proficient execution of the Pilates exercises
- Class planning for private and group classes
- Teaching to multi-level group classes
- Effective cueing (verbal, tactile, demonstration)
- Professional scope of practice and code of ethics
- Client intake and postural assessment
- Exercise modifications, variations, deconstructions, and progressions
- Prop integration
- Common injuries and conditions and special populations (pregnancy and post-partum, geriatric, athletic)
- Building a teaching career in a modern and ever-evolving Pilates industry
- Studio etiquette
- Equipment parts and basic maintenance
- Functional Anatomy + Foundational Movements: 43 in class hours
- Mat: 38 in class hours
- Reformer: 73 in class hours
- Practice Teaching: 120 practical hours
- Observation: 120 practical hours
- Self Practice: 130 practical hours
- Final Exam: teaching and movement proficiency is evaluated
- The final exam can be completed in-person or virtually through Zoom
- Please see the PDF below for more detailed information about course requirements and fulfilling course requirements
- Pilates History and Philosophy
- Functional Anatomy
- Foundational Movements
- Classical and Contemporary Mat Repertoire
- Classical and Contemporary Reformer Repertoire
- Build Effective Teaching Skills
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 March
March 2 - March 29, 2025
Functional Anatomy + Foundations
Week One: March 2 - 8
Mat
Week Two: March 9 - 15
Reformer
Weeks Three and Four: March 16 - 29
Session April
April 6 - May 3, 2025
Functional Anatomy + Foundations
Week One: April 6 - 12
Mat
Week Two: April 13 - 19
Reformer
Weeks Three and Four: April 20 - May 3
Session May
May 11 - June 7, 2025
Functional Anatomy + Foundations
Week One: May 11 - 17
Mat
Week Two: May 18 - 24
Reformer
Weeks Three and Four: May 25 - June 7
Session September
Sept 21 - Oct 18, 2025
Functional Anatomy + Foundations
Week One: Sept 21 - 27
Mat
Week Two: Sept 28 - Oct 4
Reformer
Weeks Three and Four: Oct 5 - 18
Session November
Nov 2 - Nov 29, 2025
Functional Anatomy + Foundations
Week One: Nov 2 - 8
Mat
Week Two: Nov 9 - 15
Reformer
Weeks Three and Four: Nov 16 - 29
We strongly advise taking our Functional Anatomy + Foundational Movements module if you are serious about teaching. If you have previously taken a Yoga or Personal Training anatomy course, please be aware it’s important that you take a Pilates anatomy course to understand the method’s unique perspective.
Immersive 4 Week Training Contact Form
Questions about the program and registration can be submitted here. The program instructor will respond directly to all requests. You can also message her on WhatsApp at +1 480 381 2540.
Comprehensive Certification 6 Months
This comprehensive 780 hours program is offered in a 6 months format. The class size is limited to ensure a high level of attention and service. A midterm exam will be conducted for the mat certification, consisting of a theoretical exam, presentation and the teaching of fundamental and mat exercises. A total of 780 hours is required before a student can do the final exam and earn their Comprehensive Teachers Training Certificate and become a qualified Pilates Teacher.
- Student must have a passion for Pilates and a desire to learn.
- Student must be in good health
- Student must have at least 1 – 2 years practicing pilates mat and equipment.
- Student must be able to commit to the full program
- The six core principals of the Traditional Pilates system.
- The philosophy and history of Pilates.
- Teaching ethics and principles
- How to design a lesson plan
- The concept of anatomy applicable to specific pilates exercises, biomechanics and body analysis.
- Teaching groups (Prenatal and Postnatal, Athletes, Seniors etc.)
- Extensive rehabilitation knowledge (Scoliosis, Post Cancer, Lordosis,
- Degenerative Disc Disease or DDD, Post Stroke etc.) and research into a case study
- The Fundamental or Pre-Pilates exercises
- Mat exercises (Level 1- 2 – 3 – 4) & Props
- Reformer exercises (Level 1 – 2 – 3 – 4) & Props
- Other Equipment : Cadillac, Spine corrector, Ladder Barrel, Wundachair
Final exam: when 400 teaching hours are accumulated:
- Lecture/seminar participation: around 80 hours
- Personal practice: at least 4 times a week (total: 250 hours)
- Assisting teaching and observing: a total of 50 hours
- Practice teaching: 400 hours (include of the case study)
- Case study: Rehab Purposes and Research (ex. Scoliosis, Post-Cancer, Lordosis, Degenerative Disc Disease or Ddd, Post-Stroke).
- Body Anatomy
- Posture Assesment
- History of Joseph Pilates
- Traditional Movement Fundamentals on mats as well as equipment (Reformer, Cadillac, Spine Corrector, Wunda Chair, Ladder Barrel, and Small Barrel)
- Rehab
Next Session 2024
Jul - Dec 2024
Philosophy, History, 6 Principles, Fundamental, Level 1 & 2 Mat Work, Level 1 Reformer.
July 2024
Teaching Principles, Anatomy, Mat Work Level 3 & 4, Teaching Practice, Reformer Work.
August 2024
Level 3 & 4 Reformer (mid-term MAT exam).
September 2024
Rehab, Pregnancy, Older Population, Athletes.
September - October 2024
Cadillac, Wunda Chair, Barrels, Small Props.
November - December 2024
Next Session
Jul - Dec 2023
Philosophy, History, 6 Principles, Fundamental, Level 1 & 2 Mat Work, Level 1 Reformer.
July 2023
Teaching Principles, Anatomy, Mat Work Level 3 & 4, Teaching Practice, Reformer Work.
August 2023
Level 3 & 4 Reformer (mid-term MAT exam).
September 2023
Rehab, Pregnancy, Older Population, Athletes.
September - October 2023
Cadillac, Wunda Chair, Barrels, Small Props.
November - December 2023
Comprehensive Certification 6 Months Contact Form
Please fill out the form to request more information.
