Welcome to our BARRE & Pilates Teacher Training Academy
You can find the in-person training details on this page.
for a full overview of all online teacher training options and additional course information, please visit:
2026 TEACHER TRAINING DATES
Our Teacher Training Academy is dedicated to educating and empowering you to make your journey truly unforgettable.
Our accredited training provides you with the confidence and certification to teach with skill and authenticity. We offer flexible learning options, including 100% face-to-face (weekend-based), hybrid, and fully online courses, making it easy to choose a format that fits your lifestyle.
You’ll explore Pilates history, principles, and foundations through a modern lens, while learning to create fluid, efficient, full-body classes. We place a strong emphasis on creative sequencing, helping you develop your own unique teaching style and voice. With a wide range of modifications and progressions, you’ll be equipped to deliver classes that are inclusive and loved by every body.
With small group sizes, we ensure each trainee receives personalised attention, guidance, and ongoing support throughout the course.
Ready to take the next step?
Explore our upcoming course dates and pricing below.
“Do what you love and you'll never work a day in your life”
We are committed to providing a thorough and knowledge-rich training in a personalised and supportive environment on this unforgettable journey! Whether you aspire to teach, deepen your own practice, or gain new skills, our courses are designed to inspire, challenge, and empower you every step of the way.
We offer accredited mat Pilates, reformer Pilates and Barre courses at our Engadine studio. All courses have been recognised, approved and accredited by CANFITPRO (CA), NASM and AFAA (USA), additionally, the in person reformer course is also approved by AUSACTIVE (AU). Each course is globally recognised, allowing you to teach anywhere in the world.
Led by our Head Trainer, Fiona Wissink, this comprehensive program blends vast experience and passion, to educate and inspire. We aim to empower each student with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to succeed. You’ll learn the history, principles, and foundations of Pilates from a modern perspective, with an emphasis on full-body conditioning that’s fluid, efficient and fun. You’ll also discover how to create engaging sequences, develop your own teaching style, and master modifications and progressions, ensuring your classes appeal to everyone.
OUR COURSES COVER:
Anatomy and physiology
Detailed alignment, contraindications and variations
Class programming and the art of sequencing
Hands-on adjustments
Pre and Post-natal
Common injuries
Business and Self Care
Cueing, language and voice
Practice teaching
To learn in a safe and nurturing environment
Equipment and Props
We keep our class sizes small to ensure each trainee receives personalised attention, guidance, and support throughout the program.
WHAT’S INCLUDED?
We’re an accredited training facility, which means all of our courses are recognised and approved
A hard and soft copy of the Teacher Training manual
Because we teach the art of sequencing and class planning, you’ll be equipped to design your own classes with confidence
This is a high-quality training which allows you to teach everywhere, Australia and overseas
Support! Following the course, we have mentorship’s available to get you up and running
WHAT’S REQUIRED?
Participants will need to complete 50 self-development hours in addition to attending the in person learning sessions over 3-5 weekends at our studio in Engadine, in the Sutherland Shire, Sydney:
20 self-logged observation hours
20 self-logged participation hours
10 practice teaching hours (Practice teaching sessions are available at the Studio)
Participants will complete the following assessments during the course:
A written class plan and a face-to-face practical teaching skills assessment on the last day of the course.
Our Teacher Training Academy is dedicated to educating and encouraging YOU to make YOUR journey an unforgettable experience!
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Courses are completed over 3-5 weekends:
Barre: 5 in person learning days
Mat Pilates: 7 in person learning days
Reformer Pilates: 7 in person learning days
Mat & Reformer Pilates combined: 9 in person learning days
Additionally, students will need to complete 50 self-development hours:
20 self-logged observation hours
20 self-logged participation hours
10 practice teaching hour
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No, anyone with a passion for Pilates and/or Barre can enrol in our training.
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That’s perfectly fine. I’ve had people from all walks of life train to become incredible teachers! You’ll be surprised how transferable much of your existing experience and skillset can be.
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We understand that life can sometimes get in the way. It is best if you can attend all face-to-face days for the full experience, but please contact us if you are unable to attend a session or day. We are able to pencil in a catch up session or you can catch up online. Please note a fee applies for this.
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All courses have been recognised, approved and accredited by CANFITPRO (CA), NASM and AFAA (USA), additionally, the in person reformer course is also approved by AUSACTIVE (AU). Each course is globally recognised, allowing you to teach anywhere in the world.
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Participants will need to complete 50 self-development hours in addition to attending the in person learning sessions:
20 self-logged observation hours
20 self-logged participation hours
10 practice teaching hours (Practice teaching sessions are available at the Studio)
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Participants will complete the following assessments during the course:
A written class plan and a face-to-face practical teaching skills assessment on the last day of the course.
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We offer our full support prior, during and after the course. Following the course, we have also have mentorship’s available to get you up and running (free of charge).
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We keep our class sizes small (max 10) to ensure each trainee receives personalised attention, guidance, and support throughout the program.
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No, you don’t need to be a member to enrol in our teacher training. Our training programs are open to everyone, whether you are a current member or new to our studio.
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I have personally guided many fantastic students on their journey to becoming incredible teachers, see below and above a selection of written and video testimonials. I’d also happily put you in touch with graduates for an informal chat about their experience.
