The Pilates Center Teacher Training Program is the most respected classical Pilates teacher training program in the world.
Graduates of the program are highly sought after and tend to find multiple job opportunities awaiting them upon graduation. The Advanced, Intermediate Plus, and Bridge programs each include Formal Lectures with a Licensed Teacher Trainer that offer detailed descriptions of every exercise in the method on all classical apparatus.
Internship hours are the heart of our program and they include observing certified teachers, taking Pilates lessons and classes, practice teaching, completing personal workouts, and a case study. Students are observed and given specific and personalized feedback on their teaching throughout the program.
The Pilates Center teacher training program includes extensive one-on-one mentorship and a depth of understanding of the method that far exceeds its competitors. In addition to teaching the technique of Pilates, the program includes pedagogical training on the art of teaching itself.
If you are interested in receiving the most complete and rigorous classical Pilates teacher training available in the country—the Pilates Center Teacher Training Program is for you!
“ Erika Linton's expert teaching and encouragement allowed me to transform my personal Pilates practice into a fulfilling and satisfying career. “
She not only helped me achieve profound levels of personal fitness and health, but coached my emerging teaching practice with wisdom and skill. Erika's classes and privates are inspired by many sources including developmental movement and archival Pilates. She draws on a wealth of movement approaches and knowledge of embodied anatomy to support health and vitality for her clients.
— Tedra Matthews
Pilates Teacher at Sanchez Street Pilates Studio
“ I took the teacher training program with Erika in 2019-2021. What a transformative process!!”
I’m so grateful to have had Erika as my guide. Her approach was supportive yet she also challenged me to leave my comfort zone. This gave me space to grow and allowed me to build ownership over my work. Ultimately, Erika gave me the necessary tools to explore my curiosity in the Pilates work and movement in the human body. Erika and the training program changed my life in the most positive way possible!”
— Brittany Dever
Owner of Pathway Pilates Studio in Media, PA
Program Options
We have several different training programs available, each created to suit students with different goals and availability.
Advanced Program
The most thorough and comprehensive Classical Pilates Teacher Training program offered, this world renowned 950-hour program has been called the "Harvard" of Pilates schools. It's designed for anyone new to teaching Pilates and those who've completed non-classical Pilates training programs who are interested in furthering their training by exploring the Classical Pilates system. Students are trained to teach through the most advanced level.
Intermediate Plus Program
This 450-hour program is designed for those who have not taught Pilates before and includes training in teaching up through the Intermediate level of the Classical Pilates method. Exercises on all Classical Pilates apparatus are included.
Bridge Program
This 500-hour program is designed for those who have already completed another comprehensive teacher training program and are familiar with classical Pilates work. Students are trained to teach through the most advanced level.
Master’s Program
The Pilates Center Master's Program supports committed Pilates teachers in taking their continuing education in classical Pilates to the highest level. The program includes 116 hours of advanced workshops (and optionally, internship hours) that assist previously trained Pilates teachers in honing their skills and refining their own Pilates practice. The Master's Program is completed through The Pilates Center in Boulder, CO, one of the oldest and most highly respected classical teacher training programs in the world. Pilates teachers of all training backgrounds are welcome and encouraged to join! Hours can be completed with Erika in Santa Cruz, at The Pilates Center in Boulder, as well as many other locations. For a full list of workshops and much more information about the program visit The Pilates Center website.