Is an online Mat Pilates qualification the right choice for you?

The Level 3 Matwork Pilates diploma is the standard entry level qualification for the industry.

By completing this course you'll learn everything you need to know to get started with confidence in both the discipline of Mat Pilates as well as how the fitness industry works.

A regulated qualification - like the one that we offer - will give you the peace of mind that you have the skills and knowledge that employers are looking for. And if you want to set-up your own classes you'll everything you need to be successful.

But this isn't for everyone.

Level 3 qualifications are equivalent to an A-Level or Scottish Highers. It's not a walk in the park and you shouldn't expect to be qualified in a couple of days or even a couple of weeks.

It takes dedication but with the passion you have for Mat Pilates and an educator who will inspire you on your journey you will take the necessary steps to complete your study and successfully complete all of your assessments.

I chose to use YMCA Awards as the awarding body for the qualifications I offer as they are the most rigorous in terms of assessment.

The course is recognised by the governing body for group exercise EMD UK where you can obtain membership and if you would like to obtain Pilates Associate membership through CIMSPA you can also do that after gaining this qualification.

How does the course work online?

Online learning isn't for everyone but it is a great option for being able to do the course spread over time instead of bunched up into weekend learning which you forget by the time the next weekend comes around.

By spreading the learning across 11 weeks with weekly learning together and alone you will have constant support and a lot of repetition and reinforcement to help consolidate your learning.

Each week you will have some online learning to complete including exercise analysis and practise as well as covering other topics like how to help individuals, what the Pilates principles are and how to apply them to your classes, the history and evolution of Pilates, as well as anatomy, physiology and biomechanics.

From the very beginning of the course you will teach each other online and you'll also be teaching people in person so you can get used to both scenarios and learn about different body types and how to find solutions.

What about the assessments?

Once you complete your online learning and the live sessions you'll then have the opportunity to demonstrate your knowledge and skills through the assessment process which includes exercise analysis, sharing your knowledge of the history and benefits of Pilates as well as planning, delivering and evaluating group Pilates sessions and tailored 1-to-1 sessions.

No other course provides the extensive knowledge and assessments that this course does.

Why choose us?

Many Pilates training providers offer a Level 3 Pilates Matwork diploma qualification but they are not the same! The obligatory syllabus should be covered but it may not be to the same extent.

We use recent and rigorous evidence to back-up our claims and make changes when the evidence changes. As a learner you will retain access to all of your course contents which will include any updates made to the course.

Other providers may provide you with a textbook written years ago with outdated information, may be stuck in their old ways and unwilling to change and restrict access to content for a set period of time.

We include content that other providers will charge you more to do!

Small equipment (balls, bands, magic circle, hand weights) is included in our course, as is general information on teaching pre and post natal and osteoporosis. We teach you where to find information and how to keep yourself updated with the best guideline based care for those who have health conditions. You'll learn how to help people in pain and when to refer to someone else.

Some courses will only teach your part of the repertoire and then ask you to come back and pay more to learn the 'advanced' movements. We don't do that. You will learn all of the Matwork Pilates exercises and how to teach them to any fitness and ability level.

We love Pilates but it's not magic! There are many skills that are transferrable from other forms of movement like dance, fitness and gymnastics.

We are not rigid. You can teach in a way that you love to move and we will help you build your confidence in that.

You will have access to example flows, sequences and recorded classes to help you in your learning journey and to show you what works.

If you want to progress your career we can give you guidance and support to get work in gyms, health clubs or studios as well as give tips and advice to start your own classes in the community.

Got questions?

Drop us a message and let's have a chat to see if this is the right course for you to start your Pilates empire!