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Body Form Education

The Global Standard in Pilates Teacher Training

Mat**| Reformer**| Studio Equipment

Physio-Led, Science-Backed, Internationally Recognised

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At Body Form Education, we train the next generation of Pilates instructors with a unique blend of functional, Physiotherapy-led movement principles and global industry recognition.
Whether you’re starting from scratch or advancing to studio equipment mastery, our blended learning model ensures you graduate confident, competent, and ready to teach any client, anywhere.

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Why We’re Different And Why That Matters for Your Career

 

Most Pilates courses teach either strict classical repertoire or generic, outdated government packages.
We do neither.

At Body Form Education, you’ll learn:

  • Functional, movement-based principles that go beyond classical Pilates adaptable for rehab clinics, boutique studios, gyms, and large fitness classes
     

  • Physiotherapist-led education so you can safely manage any client: post-injury, pre/postnatal, athletes, older adults, chronic conditions
     

  • How to confidently teach any style of Pilates  mat, reformer, or full studio equipment across any group size or setting
     

  • Internationally portable qualifications recognised by AUSactive (Australia), PMA (International), ITTAP (USA/Canada), and accepted across the UK, NZ,  Europe, Singapore, South Africa & more
     

This isn’t just about ticking off hours it’s about leaving with every tool in your toolkit to teach at the highest standard, anywhere in the world.

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**Please note Mat & Reformer teacher training provided by Body Form is only available in locations outside of Australia, New Zealand and Bali. Studio Equipment Training and other services offered by Body Form are available in these locations.

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Mat & Reformer
Teacher Training
Physio-Led • Science-Backed • Globally Recognised

Whether you’re brand new to teaching or adding to your professional skillset, Body Form Education’s Mat & Reformer** Teacher Training gives you everything you need to confidently lead any style of Pilates class, anywhere in the world.

This is not just a “tick-the-box” course. This is:

  • Physiotherapy-led education grounded in functional movement principles
     

  • The skills to teach any client, any age, any ability including fitness group, injury rehab, pregnancy, and special populations
     

  • Global recognition so you can teach in Australia, New Zealand, the UK, USA, Canada, South Africa, Asia, and beyond
     

Science-backed learning design so your knowledge sticks and your confidence grows.

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How You Can Get Qualified:

  • In-Person** - via our Host Training Facilities and Master Trainers, find out our next intakes below (Don't see a location near you? We can travel to your studio, enquire here)

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**Please note Mat & Reformer teacher training provided by Body Form is only available in locations outside of Australia, New Zealand and Bali. Studio Equipment Training and other services offered by Body Form are available in these locations.

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Studio Equipment Certification

Physio-Led • Science-Backed • Globally Recognised

Master the Full Pilates Apparatus Repertoire and Expand Your Career

If you already teach Pilates and want to take your skills to the next level, Body Form Education’s Studio Equipment Teacher Training will qualify you to confidently instruct on all four major studio apparatus:

  • Trapeze Table / Cadillac
     

  • Wunda Chair
     

  • Spine Corrector
     

  • Ladder Barrel
     

This isn’t just a “learn the exercises” course.
It’s about becoming a versatile, adaptable instructor who can work with any client, in any setting from elite athletes to injury rehab patients, from prenatal to chronic conditions.

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The Body Form Education Learning Model

Built for Results

Our blended delivery model combines:

  • Self-Paced Online Theory: 16 sequenced modules via our Kajabi learning portal with video lectures, interactive quizzes, case studies, and reflection prompts. Learn anywhere, anytime, at your own pace.
     

  • Hands-On Practical Training: Small-group practical days in person or via Zoom, 100% focused on cueing, programming, and real-time teaching.
     

  • Apprentice Hours:  Structured observation, self-practice, and practice teaching so you graduate with real teaching mileage.

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  • Final Assessments: Written class plans + practical teaching videos to prove your competence in real-world scenarios.

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Why This Works Better Than Fully In-Person or Fully Online

  • No mental fatigue: You’re not stuck in a studio for 10 hour lecture days, the theory is broken into short, digestible lessons you can pause, rewind, and revisit.
     

  • Better retention: Matches adult attention span research (10–20 mins), so knowledge sticks.
     

  • Supports all learning styles: Written manuals, visual slides, video lectures, active recall quizzes, and hands-on practice.
     

  • Neurodiversity friendly: Flexible pacing, replayable content, and multi-modal delivery support ADHD, dyslexia, autism, and other learning differences.
     

  • Never miss content: All theory lives in your portal for the entire course = no risk of missing a key concept.

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  • Arrive prepared: Theory is completed before practical, so in-person days are pure application, not lectures.

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Global Recognition & Career Opportunities

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Your Body Form Education certification is:

  • Nationally recognised in Australia (AUSactive)
     

  • Internationally accredited via ITTAP and PMA
     

  • Accepted in multiple countries across United States America, United Kingdom, Europe, Singapore, Asia, New Zealand South Africa, and more
     

  • Trusted by employers in studios, gyms, allied health clinics, and boutique settings worldwide
     

Our graduates are teaching in London, New York, Singapore, Cape Town, Bali and everywhere in between.

Is This the Right Course for You?

  • You want world-class Pilates teacher training that’s practical, flexible, and globally recognised

  • You want to graduate job-ready, not just certified

  • You value science-based, physiotherapy-led learning over outdated packages

  • You want to teach any client, any apparatus, anywhere

If you’re nodding along you’re exactly who we designed this for

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Enrol Today, Teach Everywhere

Your Pilates teaching career starts here.
Spaces in each intake are limited to keep trainer-to-student ratios low.

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Already certified?

Take your skills further with our Online Pilates CPD Courses.

Learn advanced anatomy, pregnancy & postpartum care, injury modification, and more anytime, anywhere.

Carolyn. R

"The training is completely physiotherapist-led, and the depth of anatomy, biomechanics, injury education and pre/post-natal modifications is on a level I’ve never experienced in previous training.
The anatomy and injury content was broken down in a way that was clear, practical, and easy to apply immediately to real clients. It didn’t just cover what muscles do, it explained why compensations happen, how to recognise dysfunctional movement patterns, and exactly how to adapt exercises safely for every type of client. The pre- and post-natal section alone was worth doing the course for evidence-based, clinically accurate, and entirely relevant to group and studio teaching.
The face-to-face days were incredibly valuable. The verbal explanations were easy to understand and translate straight into my teaching, especially around programming, lesson planning, spring selection, and cueing strategies. I left feeling more confident in how to structure classes with intention, offer layered regressions/progressions, and choose exercises based on the body in front of me not just following a generic class plan.

Emily. E

"I wasn’t expecting to walk away feeling like I’d finally found a course that matches the way we actually teach in real studios.
Most courses I’ve done in the past were great at showing “perfect” exercise but half of what we learnt never made it into my classes. They looked good in training, but didn’t translate to real clients who have injuries/weaknesses/imbalances or who simply don’t move like textbook bodies.Thiswas the first time I felt like the education lined up with what we do every day on the floor. The focus was functional movement, not choreography. The anatomy and injury work made sense immediately, and for the first time I fully understood how to modify without changing the purpose of the exercise. The pre & post-natal section alone was better than anything I’ve done before straightforward, evidence-based & actually usable in group classes.
The biggest surprise was that I still had so much to learn after so many previous courses. I walked out with better ways to program, layer, cue and adapt on the spot. Everything was practical. Everything could be applied the very next day. Out of all the training I’ve done, this has been the most transferable across different studios, different countries and different types of clients. If you’ve already studied Pilates and want something that actually improves your teaching (not just your certificate stack), Body Form is the one I’d recommend..'

Natasha. L

"I’ve been teaching Pilates for a few years and decided to do some refresher training with Body Form Education. I honestly didn’t expect to walk away with so many practical tools I could use straight away. The course is run by a Physiotherapist and the way Kira-Leigh explained anatomy, injuries and pre/post-natal work finally made things click. It wasn’t about memorising muscles or cuesit showed the why behind what we teach and how to fix movement patterns we see every day in the studio.
What I loved most was how useful it was for real teaching. The next day I was in the studio changing the way I layered exercises, offered progressions, and cued clients out of compensations. It helped me understand exactly what I’m looking at when someone moves and how to modify without watering down the exercise. The pregnancy section alone gave me so much confidence to help clients safely without feeling like I was guessing.
The face-to-face days were packed with simple explanations, practical examples, and easy programming strategies that actually work in busy group classes. I walked away feeling like a better instructor, not because I learnt more exercises, but because I finally understand how to choose the right ones for different bodies.'

Grace. S

"I recently had the privilege of completing my Studio Equipment Pilates Teacher Training at Body Form with Kira-Leigh, and I couldn’t be more grateful for the experience. It was the most comprehensive and valuable training I’ve undertaken, building on my physiotherapy background and equipping me to apply clinical equipment principles for both rehabilitation and functional movement training. Kira-Leigh is highly passionate, knowledgeable, and enthusiastic, it was inspiring to learn from her. The small group setting, alongwith her support, insight, and teaching style made me feel confident to teach Studio Equipment Pilates. I highly recommend Body Form for anyone looking to upskill or further develop their pilates teaching in a hands on, empowering environment!'

Georgia. S

"As a practising Physio I chose to complete further Pilates education with Body Form Education because I wanted evidence-based training that aligned with current clinical practice. This course exceeded my expectations in every way. The curriculum is written and delivered by a Physio and it shows every anatomical explanation is clinically accurate, function-focused, and directly linked to real movement patterns we see in practice.
The anatomy modules go far beyond the usual “origin/insertion + exercise” approach. They explore stabilisers vs movers, load tolerance, fascial connections, motor control, and how each muscle behaves in dysfunctional movement. The injury content was extremely thorough and perfectly aligned with physiotherapy reasoning, especially when it came to modifying exercises for disc injuries, tendinopathies, shoulder pathology, and pre/post-natal considerations.
What stood out most was how easy it was to immediately implement into clinical Pilates and group programming. The explanations of class layering, exercise progressions, and cueing strategies were structured logically, and the focus on correcting compensatory patterns has already improved the way I prescribe exercises in the clinic. The face-to-face days were hands-on, practical, and full of real-world application not just theory!!!
For Physios/healthprofessionals who want Pilates training that respects clinical reasoning, injury management, and correct exercise prescription, this is the gold standard. Body Form Education bridges the gap between Pilates instruction and physiotherapy in a way that elevates both fields. I highly recommend it to anyonewanting to enhance their skill set with true clinical Pilates expertise"

Jordy. L

"I’m completing my Exercise Physiology degree and enrolled with Body Form Education to add more pilates to my skill set, specifically from a strength and performance perspective. I wasn’t interested in a generic Pilates qualification I wanted something grounded in science, load principles, and real-world application. This course delivered exactly that!
The training is Physio-led, which made a huge difference. Instead of memorising choreography or just learning a few “Pilates exercises” we went deep into biomechanics, stabiliser vs mover roles, injury-specific modifications + how to apply progressive overload using Pilates equipment. The programming and layering sections stood out to me the most. The explanations around tendon loading, spinal mechanics under resistance, pelvic and shoulder stability, and pre/post-natal considerations were extremely clear and relevant for anyone coming from a sports or rehab background. I walked away with a much clearer understanding of how Pilates can be used not only for injury management but also as a long-term strength training option for different populations.
Love I can use everything I learned compared to my other training now confidently with athletes, rehab clients, and general population strength clients absolutely worth it.'

We Bring Pilates Teacher Training to You

Opening a new Pilates studio?
Want to train a team of instructors at once?
Or struggling to find quality, Physio-led Pilates education near you?

We’ve got you covered.

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Body Form Education offers a fully customisable, on-site training service for Mat*, Reformer*, and Full Studio Equipment certifications delivered in person, at your location.

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This service is perfect for:

  • Studio owners wanting to upskill or certify a group of instructors at the same time
     

  • Fitness facilities looking to expand their class offerings with Pilates
     

  • Locations without access to high-quality, accredited Pilates training
     

  • Teams who want hands-on, personalised education from a physiotherapist-led training provider
     

  • Resorts, health clubs, or rehabilitation centres seeking in-house instructor training
     

 

Why Choose Our On-Site Training?

  • We Come to You – No travel costs or logistics for your team
     

  • World-Class Physio-Led Education – Learn from industry leader Kira-Leigh Rule, Physiotherapist & Clinical Pilates Educator
     

  • Customised to Your Needs – Choose Mat*, Reformer*, or Full Studio Equipment training (or a combination)
     

  • Internationally Recognised Certification – Train anywhere in the world and receive a qualification accepted across Australia, New Zealand, Asia, UK, South Africa, and USA
     

  • Fast-Track Intakes Available – Ideal for opening timelines or urgent staffing needs

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**Please note Mat & Reformer teacher training provided by Body Form is only available in locations outside of Australia, New Zealand and Bali. Studio Equipment Training and other services offered by Body Form are available in these locations.

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How It Works

  1. Enquire – Email contact@bodyform.com.au with your location, team size, and preferred training type.
     

  2. Custom Plan – We’ll design a tailored training schedule that works for your space, timeline, and goals.
     

  3. We Travel to You – We bring all course materials, manuals, and assessment tools.
     

  4. You Graduate With Confidence – Your team will be fully certified and ready to teach from day one.
     

 

Popular for:

  • New studio launches
     

  • Regional & remote locations without local training options
     

  • Health clubs adding Pilates to their timetable
     

  • Physio clinics & rehab centres expanding services
     

  • Hotels & resorts offering in-house Pilates programs
     

 

Ready to Train Your Team?
Contact us now to secure your preferred intake date:
contact@bodyform.com.au

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**Please note Mat & Reformer teacher training provided by Body Form is only available in locations outside of Australia, New Zealand and Bali. Studio Equipment Training and other services offered by Body Form are available in these locations.

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Avalon Studio (Open)

46 Old Barrenjoey Rd

Avalon Beach

NSW 2107

(Enter rear via Edmund Hock Avenue)

Cromer Studio (Coming 2026)

8 Villiers Pl, Cromer NSW 2099

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