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Matwork Pilates Teacher Training Course

Train to teach Matwork Pilates learning the original repertoire and modern application with an emphasis on finding your own unique style - Blended learning with four in-person training days

Naomi Di Fabio Matwork Pilates teacher trainer

Transform yourself from a Pilates enthusiast to an exceptional teacher and help others to experience the same healing movement that won you over

YMCA_Awards Approved centre for Pilates instructor training fearless fitness training academy

YMCA Awards Level 3 qualifications to teach large, small groups and 1-to-1

Trust you have an exceptional quality training experience well over industry-standard 

Pilates Instructor

Course Outcomes

By the end of the course you will...

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Know the repertoire and have a huge library of exercises to choose from from beginner through to advanced
aka know the building blocks

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Have strategies of modifying and adapting movements on the fly for individuals  - because we're all different

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Understand how to program in the longer term
aka what journey are you taking people on?

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Understand how and why to use small equipment to support and challenge your participants

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Be able to build and progress movements from a place where people can be successful and then feel challenged
aka how to make it effective

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Know how to plan sessions based on the goals of your participants, your own unique style and the vibe of the studio you're teaching in

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Be able to get people to do the movements
aka words and actions to lead them in doing the stuff

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Confidently be able to screen clients, sign-post where necessary to a healthcare provider, and welcome and reassure everyone else to your classes

"I feel so confident teaching and planning classes, my Mat class starting Monday is already full!" - Emily T.

Blended Learning

Start today!

Prerequisites:
Regular attendance of Matwork Pilates classes

✔︎ 4 in person days totalling 22 hours

✔︎ Recorded online learning content

✔︎ Recorded Matwork Pilates classes

✔︎ Personal practise hours in person

✔︎ Observation hours in person

✔︎ Practice teaching hours in person

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Assessments include:

✔︎ Quizzes

✔︎ Worksheets

✔︎ Written programs

✔︎ Professional discussions

✔︎ Teaching practical for group and 1-to-1

Investment
£1600 paid in full
payment plan available starting at £425 per month
Time Investment
average 4-8 months

How long it takes you to complete the qualification is down to how much time you can dedicate.
Self-directed study to complete before the live sessions about 40 hours

4 x in person training days
Personal practice, teaching practice and observations - 25 hours
20 hours assessment preparation and delivery

Blended learning info

Training Course Dates 2026

In addition to the in-person dates you will also have
Recorded Matwork Pilates classes 
On-demand self-study
Personal practise hours
Practise-teaching and observation hours

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Glasgow

Sat 25th Apr 12-6pm

Sun 26th Apr 12-6pm

Sat 30th May 12-6pm

Sun 31st May 12-6pm

with Naomi

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Poole

Sat 3rd Oct 1-6pm

Sun 4th Oct 1-6pm

Sat 7th Nov 1-6pm

Sun 8th Nov 1-6pm

with Naomi

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Luton

Dates TBC 

with Naomi

​Start your learning journey today!

 

This is a blended learning training course with both in-person learning and pre-recorded content.

Personal practice and practice-teaching is required throughout the course. Practical assessments are video submissions.

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This is a full participation course and all dates and times must be attended.

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Assessments are submitted as and when completed. Time limit from completion is 1 year from registration.

Can't make the dates or courses are really far away?

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We got you covered:

Check out the live virtual course

Get a sneak peek inside the course

Course Content

Full Original Matwork Repertoire

Learn the original Matwork Pilates repertoire taught by Joseph Pilates as well as how Pilates has evolved and developed over the years. 

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No imposter syndrome here!

Modifications and Adaptations

Learn how to modify and adapt exercises for the individuals you are teaching and more importantly how to teach in progressive layers so that you can teach mixed level classes effortlessly.

Class Programming

Learn to program different class styles within frameworks so that you can infuse your own unique style and personality into your teaching.

You'll learn how to program for clients of differing fitness and skill levels so you can accommodate anyone who shows up without freaking out!

Teaching Skills

Learn how to teach large and small groups as well as 1-2-1 clients effectively.

Developing effective communication and problem-solving skills are vital.

Pilates History and Context

Learn about where Pilates originated and how it has developed over the years to bring context to what you're learning and teaching.

 

Understand how the Matwork relates to the Pilates apparatus and its benefits.

Small Equipment

Learn how and to incorporate small equipment such as the  magic circle, small ball, foam roller and weights to support and challenge your clients.

Pilates Business and Career

Throughout the course tasks are designed to help you on the journey to building your Pilates business in real time so that by the end of the course you are already teaching and have your next steps in place. 

Anatomy, Physiology and Biomechanics

Learn the essentials so you are confident in the benefits you provide and goals you can work towards with your clients.

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Understand how the body works so you can cue effectively and continue to make informed decisions based on the most up-to-date evidence. Think, what is 'neutral spine' and is it important?!

Natasha Zaprzala Banks Pilates teacher Guildford

Naomi's course was everything I wanted and more - she has an amazing approach to teaching!

 

Being a busy mum with my own reflexology business, I wanted to add another string to my bow. Naomi’s course was perfect - full of experience, knowledge and the theory content is easy to follow and engaging.

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When you then are in the room with her, she is calm, kind and inspiring…whilst still being so down to earth and approachable!

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The course fit in well with a busy week and life and has offered the opportunities that I wanted after completion.

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Would 100% recommend her Reformer course and all the other content she has available!

Natasha Zaprzala-Banks

Interested in the discounted Mat & Reformer Pilates bundle?

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Learn the full Pilates Matwork Repertoire

Many courses only teach you pre-Pilates, beginner and maybe intermediate.

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We ensure you have the full picture. No limits.

What people are saying...

Matwork Pilates teacher training
I was able to feel confident teaching all levels of matwork and reformer Pilates with Naomi’s encouragement and guidance. I’ve never felt so comfortable in a learning environment. Naomi challenged me and pushed me to be my greatest!

Sydney Sandor

Matwork Pilates teacher training
Naomi is not only a knowledgeable Pilates instructor but also an amazing mentor! Throughout my six months of education, she has been there for the whole class, supporting and guiding us. Even as things got more advanced, she made it feel less tough. Half a year passed so quickly, and I now feel confident, encouraged, and equipped to embark on my Pilates journey. Naomi and I are still in touch; she remains supportive and helpful with any questions I have. Highly recommend!🌻

Arianna Tonetta

Matwork Pilates teacher training
Naomi makes everyone feel seen in a wonderfully encouraging way. She's very relatable and brings out things you never thought you'd be able to do and you end up doing it with confidence. She is a fountain of wisdom and I was incredibly grateful to learn from her. She is a brilliant cheerleader and an even better teacher.

Helen Taylor

Course Elements

These are the elements you need to complete to successfully pass the course and receive your certificate

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Full attendance and participation at the live sessions

02.

Easily digestible pre-recorded content to be studied in your own time

03.

Personal practise of the exercises in your own time to fully grasp the method

04.

Practise-teaching with self-evaluation to develop and hone your skills

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Programming assessments to demonstrate application of how to plan effective sessions

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Teaching practical assessment of a full class to be filmed and submitted with a self-evaluation

There are limited spaces on all courses

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NAOMI DI FABIO

Naomi is an International Fitness Presenter and Educator with a wealth of experience teaching multiple fitness modalities specialising in Pilates, Dance, Barre and Stretch. She is a qualified teacher trainer and assessor and has worked for a variety of education providers.

In the last 20 years Naomi has trained thousands of instructors across the world to teach Pilates and a variety of dance fitness formats,  she has managed boutique fitness studios, trained private clients, taught in some of the most prestigious health clubs and studios in the UK, presented at many global fitness conventions as well as running classes in the community.

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As a teacher trainer Naomi is kind, enthusiastic and encouraging with a strong desire to help all of her students develop their own uniqueness to become their absolute best.

"I absolutely LOVE mentoring and coaching
instructors to become their best.

We are all unique and those quirks are what
make us special.

I want to help you develop the confidence to really own your individuality and know that it is enough and you will find success in whatever you want your Pilates career to look like."

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