Pilates Teacher Training CPD Certification (20 CPD Points) (Udemy.com)
Realise your dreams and train to be a Classical Mat Pilates instructor with this accredited Teacher Training course
Created by: Josie McKenlay
Last updated July 2026
What you will learn
- The history, fundamentals and Principles of Pilates, neutral position & thoracic breathing
- The Classical Mat Pilates method from beginner to advanced level
- Core concepts and the connection between the breath and core stability
- Advanced knowledge of core activation and stabilisation
- How to analyse each exercise so that you can modify/progress and safely teach all abilities
- Anatomy & physiology, in particular, in-depth knowledge relevant to Pilates
- How to recognise faulty postures and help correct them
- Advanced teaching skills and class management
- How to create interesting and balanced sequences
- Health, safety and welfare to keep you and your clients safe
- Special populations: who you can and shouldn't teach
- Tools to build a client base and marketing ideas to grow your business
- How to open and close classes with appropriate warmups and cooldowns
How it compares
Against the other 662 rated Udemy courses in Health & Fitness on CourseDuck:
- Rating4.7 out of 5higher than 66% of them
- Reviews6,533#15 of 663 by number of reviews
- Length12.7 hourslonger than 92% of them
- Last updatedJuly 2026more recently than 90% of them
Course Description
Follow your dream of becoming a Pilates instructor and join me on this accredited Classical Mat Pilates Teacher Training course. All the information and knowledge you need to teach Pilates Mat exercise classes confidently and competently is included in this training course. Upon successful completion you will recieve your Udemy Certificate of Completion and a complimentary CPD certificate from me.
Not only have I reaped the benefits of a personal Pilates practice, but I've had a tremendously rewarding career as a Pilates instructor over the decades and I'd like to help you do the same by sharing the knowledge I've gained over the years through extensive training, experience and research. Pilates is a growing industry all over the world, attacting all age groups and many career opportunities. I've already helped over 25,000 students here on Udemy acheive their goal to become a Pilates instructor: I can help you too.
"Josie has so much experience in Pilates, Yoga and Fitness industry and she shares her extensive knowledge very generously. Her lectures and materials are very clear and the way she gives instructions is very precise. Josie has always been very supportive and approachable. A teacher like her is hard to find and there is always so much to learn." Justina Kaselionyte
WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?
Accessibility: the obvious benefit of distance learning so that you can fit the Pilates teacher training in with your lifestyle and commitments. The course is delivered in a variety of ways to accommondate different learning styles.
Affordability: you can take this training at a fraction of the fees charged by other training organisations, yet gain the same information and knowledge. If it's not what you expected, Udemy offers a 30 day money back guarantee.
Continuity: Once you finish this course, you can specialise in areas such as Pre/Postnatal, Seniors, Pilates Props and Orthpaedics for injury rehabilitation and common health conditions. Or side step into Barre and Somatic Movement. All these skills will help you become an "in demand" professional and the training you gain on this course is the ideal foundation.
Accreditation: This means that it has reached the required Continuing Professional Development standards and benchmarks. The learning value has been scrutinised to ensure integrity, quality and a good learning experience.
Thorough: The content covers all the subjects recommended by the PMA, the UK level 3 guidelines specific to Mat Pilates teacher training, curriculum items recommended by NPCP and is extremely thorough. "Contact hours" is all that's missing. My 40 years experience in the fitness industry is also a bonus with over 50,000 Udemy students enrolled on my courses.
Support: I am always available to support you!
Lifetime access: The course is mostly high quality video content with supporting documentation to which you have lifetime access.
Assignments & quizzes: There are plenty of assignments and suggested practices to help you achieve your goals. The tests at the end of this Pilates Teacher Training course will help identify gaps in learning so that you can easily review.
THIS COURSE IS IDEAL FOR:
Anyone who wants to set up a business as a Pilates Mat teacher
Fitness instructors and personal trainers who would like to upskill and offer Pilates
Students who want an in-depth knowledge of Classical Mat Pilates
Therapists and healthcare workers who want to add new skills to help their clients
"I absolutely LOVED this course! As a physiotherapist, it was wonderful to see detailed descriptions of the anatomical structures required for each exercise, as well as the physiological benefits. I am so excited to incorporate teaching into my practice, and have already been teaching daily classes to friends and family free of charge. Thank you so much for the useful resources as well : )" Amanda Anne Neri
All you need to take this course is a laptop (or any mobile device), a mat and a desire to learn a discipline that will improve yours and your clients health, wellbeing and quality of life. Enrol today and realise your dream to teach Pilates.
NB: I provide training only and cannot offer advice beyond this course. Please do due diligence prior to taking any training to ensure it will fulfil your requirements. Participation does not guarantee employment or insurance, just like any other training.
Instructor Details
- 4.7 Rating
6,533 Reviews
Josie McKenlay
With nearly 40 years of experience in the health and fitness industry, I bring a wealth of knowledge to every course I teach. I began my career as an aerobics instructor in London before training extensively in Pilates and yoga in the late 1990s. Since then, I’ve built a diverse portfolio of clients, delivering private classes across London and the Middle East, and contributing a lifestyle column to a Dubai‑based sports newspaper.
My passion is helping people improve their wellbeing through safe, evidence‑based movement practices. Over the years, I’ve expanded my expertise with training in aerial yoga, self‑myofascial release therapy, Barre, indoor cycling, and special populations, including seniors, pre- and post‑natal clients, and those managing chronic health conditions.
Teaching on Udemy allows me to share this knowledge globally in an accessible, affordable way. My courses are designed to empower fitness professionals with practical tools to adapt their skills for diverse populations — from senior fitness training and exercise adaptations for older adults to back care, postural assessment, and nutrition education.
Qualifications & Training
Level 3 Education, Training & Assessing
Pilates Classical Mat & Props
Pilates Orthopaedics
Barre
Myofascial Release
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Reviews
By Tieira Bear on 8/17/2026
This is a great course that allows students to go at their own pace when learning the Mat Pilates modality which has been quite important for me as someone with a wellness background of 15 years. I'm a Yoga teacher first and I have been studying Pilates for about 2 years now to really gain an understanding of what it is and this course has helped me greatly along with going to mat classes in person so my brain begins to process what it is that I'm learning and how to translate it. I teach Mat Yoga and Pilates on the Reformer, for Mat Yoga I incorporate a lot of Mat Pilates into my anatomical sequencing. Thank You for a great course.
By Zita Roberth du Preez on 8/6/2026
This is a very well thought out learning experience. The pace of the instructor and the theoretical guidance and practical experience is very professional and well thought through. The experience is something that allows you to learn through experience and also learning how to really articulate the movements alongside the actual observations needed to look at for posture alignment. I am only 21% through but I will keep updating my review - but honestly very informative and focused on what is truly essential.
By Samantha Harry on 5/13/2026
Ive enjoyed the taster session and the fundamentals section has been easy to follow and understand. Josie is an excellent tutor and I have enjoyed my Pilates refresher so far. I am now halfway through and its been a great course so far!! I have now completed this course and have found it so informative and looking forward to look into further qualifications with Josie. Thank you x
By Dafne on 5/13/2026
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By Esra Dogramaci on 5/10/2026
Accessible and instructor seems approachable (even though its all online!) The cue's/visualisations are useful, as are modifications. Calling out where students might get stuck, or how to treat varying levels are all practical real life scenarios teachers will likely run into so having these scattered throughout the instructions are good reminders
By Monika Evstatieva on 3/11/2026
Wow, what a course! I had a wonderful experience. It is exceptionally well crafted and thoughtfully structured, making the learning process both clear and enjoyable from start to finish. The content is rich in information and supported by a wide range of helpful resources that deepen understanding and make it easy to revisit key concepts. What stood out most to me was the depth of knowledge packed into the course. Each module is carefully organized, building on the previous one in a way that feels natural and supportive. The explanations are clear, the materials are high quality, and it’s evident that a lot of care and expertise went into designing the program. Overall, it’s a truly valuable course for anyone interested in Pilates, whether you’re looking to strengthen your personal practice or deepen your understanding of the method. I highly recommend it to anyone seeking a comprehensive, well-structured, and high-quality learning experience.
By Wanda Joy Gibson on 2/9/2026
I thought that this course was amazing. As a fitness professional I have taken many courses on line and this by far was one of the best! Extremely thorough, very comprehensive and methodical. I am so glad that I signed up for it! It was excellent value and I took a lot of the information and applied it to my other classes. The resources provided are excellent. I have recommended this to many of my friends. Thank you Josie!
By Lisa Westerfield on 2/7/2026
Josie does an excellent job of walking a student through the various aspects of Pilates - from the Taster Short Course to get students familiar with some of the basic moves, to the history, fundamentals, principles, exercises and the associated anatomy and benefits ... the videos and supporting materials are top notch. Anyone seeking a deep dive into Pilates will be pleased.
By Kati Baroni on 1/30/2026
Dear Josie What a journey it has been to participate in your Pilates Teacher Training Course! I am so grateful to my friend who recommended this training to me. As a yoga teacher and Pilates lover, I had been searching for the right Pilates course for years because I wanted to deepen my knowledge of anatomy, core strength, and new exercises. This training went far beyond my expectations. Not only did it expand my knowledge, but I also felt the positive effects of the Pilates practice itself. My posture improved, my body became more toned, my mind sharpened, and my overall mindset grew more positive. Alongside this training, I followed the Classical Pilates Mat Beginner‑to‑Advanced Course, the Express Pilates Course, and the Fascia and Self‑Myofascial Release Courses, which offered wonderful support. Thank you, dear Josie, for embodying all the qualities of an excellent teacher; the knowledge, the passion, the clarity, the presence. You are a great source of inspiration for me, and I am deeply grateful for all your generous offerings. I wish you lots of success and joy on your path. Namaste Kati
By Dóra Molnár on 1/26/2026
I loved this training so much that I did as it was recommended by Josie, did her other Pilates training from Beginner to Advanced, and I even started her express 10-20 minute classes as well as her Pilates with Ball and even her Fascia training - I just love her calm, focused presence, the way she teaches and her whole being makes me feel calm and focused; and of course, I can feel all the positive effects in my posture too - I had slip disc issue last year and core work has done wonders, I am completely healed, though I am very aware of my body now - I have learnt a lot from my own problems - and Josie's Pilates course has been a great help in my healing process. I can recommended this course, and all of Josie's courses to everyone - you can learn a lot from Josie and her classes are great for both body and soul, I always feel transformed by her classes. So thank you, thank you, thank you for making these wonderful courses available for such an affordable price! Beautiful experience really!
By Kristen Fowle on 11/15/2020
Very clear information and I feel confident I am learning proper form. Excellent teaching advice and lesson planing information.
By Jamie Kohnke on 11/15/2020
This course is a wonderful place to start or start again. Thank you.
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Overall Score : 94 / 100










