Comprehensive Teacher Training Program

Our 18-month Teacher Training program is divided into two basic components — Theory and Practical.

Under the close guidance and mentorship of a senior BP teacher, you will gain a cumulative understanding of the Pilates method. A gradual progression in complexity will help you build a significant body of knowledge, which you will then put into practice in the studio. Our goal is to create skilled and confident practitioners, who can inspire their clients with the exercises and the philosophy based on the original classical Pilates method.

The program comprises almost 950 hours of instruction, practice, and rigorous training. Students are taught classical Pilates and study every exercise on every piece of equipment in-depth.

The course theory modules are designed to be held over eight weekends:

Friday: 3 pm to 7 pm
Saturday: 11 am to 7 pm (3 pm to 4 pm break)
Sunday: 10 am to 6 pm (2 pm to 3 pm break)

Upcoming Module Dates

Module 4

January 10, 2025
to
January 12, 2025
Module 1

April 4, 2025
to
April 6, 2025
Module 2

August 1, 2025
to
August 3, 2025
Module 3

November 28, 2025
to
November 30, 2025
Module 4

February 28, 2026
to
March 1, 2026

IMPORTANT NOTE:

For BP Teacher Training Program Students you must complete BPTT Module 1-4 twice.
For BP Bridge Teacher Training Program Students all you must do is complete BPBT Module 1-4 once.

Is it right for me?

Beyond Pilates Teacher Training Program is a comprehensive certification program designed for intermediate to advanced level practitioners without previous certification or teaching experience who are committed to becoming skilled and confident practitioners and instructors of the classical Pilates method. Subsidy Program are available.

To be admitted into Beyond Pilates Teacher Training Program you must meet the following criteria:

Completed all four weekends of Pro-Dev Advanced Training Intensive Series.
Pass the practice performance assessment at an intermediate to advanced level in both Mat and Reformer.
Be free of injury, be a minimum 8 months postpartum and have a strong understanding and practical knowledge of the classical Joseph Pilates repertoire.

If you are not yet at a strong intermediate level in Pilates, but want to enroll in the training program, you may wish to consider upgrading your skill and knowledge level via a Beyond Pilates pre-apprenticeship. Please contact the program director for more information.

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Time Commitment

4 hours interview/evaluation
144 hours of seminar instruction (8 weekend modules)
- 250 hours practice teaching with volunteer students
- 200 hours observing certified teachers
- 200 hours personal workout
- 100 hours privates and classes (taking lessons from a certified classically trained teacher)
- 30 hours Teachers Toolbox Lab
- 4 hours Functional Anatomy Lab
- 5 hours of mentor meetings
- 13 hours of practical exams (approximately)
- 16 hours of written exams (approximately)
- 6 hours The Franklin Method The Art and Science of Cueing
- 3 hours The Franklin Method Spine Workshop
- 3 hours The Franklin Method Pelvis Power

IMPORTANT NOTE:

There will be a module assessment practice performance exam of 1 hour between each module which students must pass in order to be able to continue into the next phase of the program. All of the course requirements must be completed within 18 months.

Investment

- Application/Administration fee: $150
- Interview/Evaluation fee: $300
Course Tuition: $8,800.00 (Includes studio internship, reading material, written exam fee, mentor meetings).
Tuition cost does not include lessons and workshops. Cost will vary according to the type of lessons and teachers you choose.

NOTE:

Fees are priced in Canadian Dollars, plus 5% GST.
Payment plans for course tuition are available, please contact Program Director.
Certification will be awarded upon the successful completion of the requirements for each individual program offered.

From our alumni

"Taking on the 950-hour Beyond Pilates teacher training program seemed overwhelming at first, but Noam transformed it into one of the most memorable experiences of my life. He uses his deep understanding of the human body and the Pilates method to create a customized experience for everyone he teaches. His personalized approach not only strengthened my own practice but also inspired me to observe and teach diverse bodies based on their unique needs."

- Maggie Lin
"I was fortunate to take the Beyond Pilates Comprehensive Teacher Training with Noam Gagnon in 2020. Not only did my personal practice improve but the training covered everything I needed to integrate Classical Pilates into my teaching in a clinical settings. The student-centered approach to the work was exactly what I needed in my own life and helped guide how teach my own students the therapeutic benefits of the work. Since completing the training, The Pilates Collective has become a second home and I am so grateful to Noam and the community that his teacher training program cultivates."

- Carly Russell
"As a graduate of the Beyond Pilates Teacher Training program, I would unequivocally vouch for Noam and his vast, ever-expanding knowledge of movement and anatomy. Through rigorous training, we connected with the essence of Pilates—not just as a form but as an experience. Noam creates a safe, positive environment, allowing individuals to explore their relationship with their bodies. The program prepares graduates to teach confidently, combining intensive training, self-practice, and practicum hours. It is a gift to feel rooted in my understanding and excited to continue developing as both a teacher and student."

Rhiannon Desrocher
"Anyone that desires to teach Classical Pilates should look no further! I highly recommend Noam Gagnon/Beyond Pilates Comprehensive Teacher Training Program. I learned to teach effectively, focusing on individual needs using all the apparatus designed by Joseph Pilates. Noam played a crucial role in my development, providing hands-on experience with his diverse group of students, which exposed me to various abilities and body types. Observing Noam’s generous and masterful teaching was a highlight, giving me the confidence to teach on any apparatus and focus on each person’s unique needs. This program is perfect for anyone serious about becoming a skilled Pilates instructor."

- Eileen Ryan

How do I enroll?

- Fill out our Enrollment Consideration Questionnaire for the Teacher Training Program.
- An application processing fee of $150 CAN+GST (non-refundable) is to be paid via
  - Credit Card (we will email you a link) OR
  - E-transfer to teachertraining@beyonpilates.ca.
    Please let us know which method you prefer.
- Send your resume to teachertraining@beyondpilates.ca. This must be sent minimum 4 weeks prior to a potential assessment.
Your submission will be reviewed and if successful, you will be contacted to arrange for an assessment.
The 2.5 hour evaluation/assessment session for Mat and Reformer requires a fee of $300+ GST, which is due at the time of the session.
Note: This in addition to the non-refundable application fee of $150+GST.
The evaluation session is a practical assessment of your knowledge of Pilates. During the evaluation/assessment session, a Beyond Pilates teacher will assess your:
- Interest in the Pilates method
- Commitment to the Pilates method
- Teaching potential and the reasons why you want to become a teacher
You will be asked to demonstrate your personal workout on both Mat and Reformer. The Beyond Pilates teacher will be looking for:
- Your knowledge of the basic principles of Pilates
- Familiarity with the exercises and the apparatus
- Ability to perform an intermediate workout without prompting order of the exercises, springs, number of reps, etc.
If you are accepted into the program, a portion of your tuition fees are payable before the first training date.