The Pilates Barre

Become a Certified Pilates Instructor

Mat teacher Training —  Now Enrolling for March, 2026

Reformer teacher Training — January, 2026 (FULLY BOOKED)

WHO IS IT FOR? Existing or aspiring Pilates Instructors and movement professionals looking for a globally recognised, science-led certification.

WHEN?  The next Mat Teacher Training is starting March 2026, (100-hour course) and Reformer Teacher Training begins January 2026 (160-hour course).

WHERE? At The Pilates Barre boutique studio in Fermoy, (30km from Cork City) powered by the internationally respected Pilates Education Institute (PEI) curriculum, recognised by the PMA. Instruction is led by Sandra Scannell, with over 18,000 hours of teaching experience and a background in neuromuscular therapy.

Mat Pilates Instructor Certification

Requires 100 hours – covering online theory, quizzes, practical exams, and student teaching components

Learn over 100 classical and contemporary mat exercises

Deep dive into anatomy, movement mechanics & cueing

Injury prevention & rehabilitation foundations

Learn Precautions and contraindications.

Training on “how” to teach a class.

Includes access to PEI's online platform, manuals & assessments

Studio MAT Training Dates
10AM – 3PM Sat, March 21st, 2026
10AM – 3PM Sat, March 28th, 2026
10AM – 3PM Sat, April 18th, 2026
10AM – 3PM Sat, April 25th, 2026
10AM – 3PM Sat, May 9th, 2026
 
Early Bird (Pay in Full) €1,600

One-time payment by December 9th, 2025

Standard (Pay in Full) €1,800

Deposit + 2 Payments €400 deposit + 2 x €750 monthly€1,850

Reformer Pilates Instructor Certification
- FULLY BOOKED FOR JANUARY 2026 - NEW DATES LAUNCH SOON

Requires 160 hours, covering theory, hands-on practice, assessments, and supervised teaching.

Master Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced reformer repertoire

Reformer mechanics, safety, sequencing & progression

Hands-on in-studio practicals

Injury prevention & rehabilitation foundations

Learn Precautions and contraindications.

Training on “how” to teach a class.

Includes access to PEI's online platform, manuals & assessments

Programme Structure

Duration: 10 weeks (part-time format)

Includes:
◦ Weekly online theory modules (PEI platform)
◦ Bi-weekly in-studio practicals
◦ One-on-one mentoring & assessments
◦ Final teaching practicum

Certification & Beyond

Graduates receive a PEI Certification in either Mat or Reformer Pilates, empowering them to teach  confidently anywhere in the world.

 

Now Accepting Applications for 2026

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