Mat Pilates training is a foundational component of the Balanced Body Pilates teacher certification pathway. This progressive program develops strong teaching skills, movement precision, and confident class design for a wide range of clients and abilities. Offered at Bodyline Pilates in Beverly Hills and available in studio and virtually.
Balanced Body Mat Pilates Teacher Certification
Mat Pilates Teacher Certification Overview
Duration:
134 total estimated hours
Prerequisite:
Movement Principles Certification (required prior to enrollment)
Requirements For Completion:
Anatomy (recommended)
Movement Principles (16 hours)
Mat 1 (16 hours)
Mat 2 (16 hours)
Mat 3 (16 hours)
20 Mat personal sessions
15 observation hours
35 student teaching hours
Final written and practical test
Breakdown of Modules
Mat 1 Introduction to Pilates
Prerequisites:
Movement Principles
10 Mat classes
6 months movement teaching experience recommended
Anatomy recommended
Mat 1 introduces the principles and foundations of the Pilates method. This module covers beginning and intermediate Mat exercises, with an emphasis on safe execution, modifications, and effective teaching strategies for group classes.
Foundational Pilates mat repertoire
Teaching fundamentals and cueing techniques
Safe modifications for beginner clients
Teaching foundational cueing and class structure
16 hours total
Mat 2 Intermediate and Advanced Mat
Prerequisite:
Movement Principles
Mat 1
Mat 2 expands on the Mat repertoire, introducing intermediate and advanced exercises. Instructors develop programming skills and learn how to structure Mat classes for a variety of levels with confidence and clarity.
Intermediate and advanced sequencing
Class programming and transitions
Teaching layered progressions and regressions
Building full-length intermediate and advanced Mat classes
16 hours total
Mat 3 Enhanced Mat and Props
Prerequisite:
Mat 1 and Mat 2 or equivalent training
Mat 3 completes the Mat training by incorporating props such as rings, rollers, bands, and balls. This module introduces creative programming tools that expand traditional Mat work while maintaining the integrity of the Pilates method.
Small apparatus integration
Creative class design tools
Maintaining the integrity of the Pilates method while introducing modern variations
Integrating props safely into group programming
16 hours total