Professional Reformer Teacher Training
September 26th, 2025 - January 11th, 2026 • Kreuzberg, Berlin, Germany
210hr Certified Teacher Training • Taught by The Body In Balance Studio
The Body In Balance Studio's 210 hour Reformer Teacher Training is an intense educational experience, combining theory and practice in a dynamic format. This course provides students with essential tools to curate thoughtful, creative, yet well-structured group reformer classes, based on a solid foundation of biomechanics and movement principles.
There is an emphasis on a multi-facetted approach to leading clients in a group teaching environment, with guidance to help students find their individual voice and an effective teaching style. The program combines lecture and exercise analysis, discussion, and practical movement experience in a relaxed and supportive atmosphere.
This course is taught bilingually in German and English, with course materials available in either language.
It is fully recognized by the Deutsche Pilates Verband, giving you a headstart as you turn your passion into your new career!
Over 20 years of experience training future Pilates teachers has earned The Body In Balance Studio an unparalleled reputation for expertise.
Key themes include:
Foundational concepts in anatomy and functional movement
Appropriate exercise selection & options for progression/regression
Cueing strategies
Contraindications/modifications
Adapting exercises for individual needs & the dynamics of teaching group Reformer classes safely
Course Content:
70 hours instruction & teaching practice
20 hours reformer class observation
20 hours reformer class participation
20 hours self-mastery & exercise review (the studio is available for students to practice by prior arrangement)
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Total: 130 hours
Small group sizes ensure a relaxed teaching environment. The goal is to encourage potential teachers to discover their own, individual teaching voice through a journey of exploration!
A wide range of both classical and modern pilates equipment is available for our students to use for the duration of their training. You will explore the original, classical reformer repertoire, as well as contemporary methodology. The training rooms are equipped with 8 Towers, 10 Reformers, 7 Wunda Chairs, Cadillac, Ladder Barrel, Pedi Pul and more.
The studio offers trainers-to-be an ideal environment for practicing course content and getting creative!
Meet your teachers
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Joanna has been teaching movement for over 30 years, and training pilates teachers nationally and internationally since the early 2000s. She believes in creating a safe and welcoming space where students feel free to question, encouraging a spirit of discovery and a sense of community.
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A professional dancer and comprehensively certified pilates teacher, Greta's strength and skill inspire, and her detailed cueing and advanced teaching skills help others tap into their inner strength.
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Dancer and comprehensively certified pilates teacher Gui is known for his energetic approach and challenging classes. His deep understanding of pilates exercises has been honed through dedicated practice, and attnetion to detail.
Requirements for participation
Prerequisites for all applicants include a minimum 20 hours of reformer participation hours.
In addition: a recognized certification in mat pilates, or another movement modality is optimal. A working knowledge of functional anatomy is necessary.
An option is to complete an online anatomy review and pass a test prior to the start of the course, if you are not already certified in mat or another movement modality. Please inquire for more details.
What’s included
70 hours instruction & teaching practice
20 hours reformer class observation
20 hours reformer class participation
20 hours self-mastery & exercise review (the studio is available for students to practice by prior arrangement)
What’s not included
Completion of the training does not automatically lead to employment at The Body In Balance Studio, and is not an 'onboarding'.
Location
The Body In Balance Studio
Kreuzbergerstrasse 30
10965 Berlin
Investment
Course fees: 2000€ plus 19% Vat (380€)
Payment in installments is available. All course materials and participation in one test-out (examination) day are included in the fees.
Participation in 20 reformer classes prior to test-out is not included in the fees, as these hours do not necessarily have to take place at the Body In Balance Studio.
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All cancellations must be made in writing. The date on which The Body In Balance Studio U.G. receives the cancellation is decisive. Cancellation/withdrawal after the start of the course is only possible if the participant is unable to participate on documented medical grounds, as confirmed by a Dr’s certificate. In this event, The Body In Balance Studio U.G. will retain 500 euros if the participant withdraws prior to the second seminar date. After the second seminar, withdrawal is no longer possible and the remaining amount must be paid as agreed. If withdrawal is due to documented medical grounds, the trainee has the option of completing seminar hours during the next scheduled training series. The Body In Balance Studio U.G. reserves the right to cancel the course at short notice, especially in the event of insufficient enrollment or instructor illness
