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Mat Pilates Teacher Training

Our Mat Training blends 90 practicum hours with over 80 classroom hours, guided by a skilled faculty bringing more than 50 years of combined teaching experience. Spread over several months, the program gives you the space to learn, practice, and truly integrate your skills.

We recognize that every body and every mind learns differently. That’s why we use a variety of methods and resources to support different learning styles—within a community that values encouragement, curiosity, and growth.

While there’s a structured framework, the heart of this training is exploration. We invite questions, spark discussion, and believe that meaningful learning happens in dialogue—with yourself, your peers, and your mentors. At Muse Lisboa, there are no wrong questions, only opportunities to deepen your understanding and your teaching practice.

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How to Apply for Mat Pilates Teacher Training

We’re so glad you’re considering starting your teacher training journey with us! Here’s how to get started:

1. Read the training details carefully.
Take your time to go through all of the program information. Make sure the schedule works for you and that you have the time and energy to commit — this is an exciting and transformative experience, and we want you to feel fully ready for it.

2. Submit your application.
Once you’ve reviewed the details, complete your application form. This is where you’ll tell us a little about yourself, your Pilates background, and what’s inspiring you to take this next step.

3. Book your applicant call.
Once you have submitted your application (and only then) book your call with our support team.  This is a chance to ask questions, get clarity on the training, and make sure it’s the right fit for you. Please treat this call as you would a professional appointment: come prepared, and let us know if you need to reschedule. Only serious applicants please.

Requirements

  • A regular Mat Pilates practice is recommended before beginning the program, so you feel comfortable with the foundations.

  • No prior teaching experience is required. This training is open to anyone — whether you want to teach or simply deepen your own practice.

  • You do not need to be “good at Pilates” or have perfect form. We believe those ideas are myths that get in the way of learning. What matters most is a sparked interest in the practice and a willingness to show up, learn, and stay curious about your body.

Mat Pilates Teacher Training FAQs

  • Anatomy (20 hrs)

    Exercises, Integrative Anatomy, Practice Teaching (30 hrs)

    Practical

    • Practice Teaching: 45 hrs

    • Practice: 45 hrs

    Workshops (30 hrs)

    • Demystifying the Pelvic Floor

    • How to Read a Body in Movement/Teaching a Private Client

    • Compensatory Patterns and Gait Analysis

    • The Power of Language: how to provide inclusive, compassionate, varied and effective cues

    • Improvisation Workshop

    • The Art of Sequencing and Class Design

    • The History of Pilates

    • The Psychology of Flow

    • Anti Oppression for Pilates Teachers

    • The Business of Pilates

  • Leslie Hopkins, , Jennifer Viveiros, Alexa Xavier, Erin O’Henley, Keri O’Meara, Robin Lacambra . For faculty bios, click here.

  • COMING SOON !

  • €1975

    Once you are accepted, a €750 non-refundable deposit must be made to secure a spot. Full payments must be received one week prior to training. Once full payments are received there are no refunds unless the training is cancelled by Muse Movement. All payments must be paid through bank transfer.

    This investment includes all text books and digital learning materials; On Demand Membership; Five mat classes and 45% discount on Muse LX memberships during and for up to four months after training is complete. This is an intimate and extensive training with extremely knowledgeable, experienced and supportive faculty that provides a unique and contemporary perspective that will leave you armed with insight and ready to teach.

    Investment :

    • 20 hours of anatomy training

    • 60 hours in class training and workshops

    • 6 month On Demand Membership

    • Muse Movement training manual (a Pilates bible you will use for life)

    • Anatomy App : Essential Anatomy 5

    • Unique workshops with guest faculty

    • Community support

    • Reduced rate reformer class access


      Exams are an additional cost of €150 and can be scheduled with a faculty member when you are ready. Scholarship applicant exams are €100

  • Scholarships

    We recognize that many forms of marginalization and oppression affect people worldwide, including within the Pilates and boutique fitness industry. Our scholarship is designed to increase access and representation for racialized people, who have historically been underrepresented in these spaces.

    We also acknowledge that salaries in Portugal are often not comparable to those of many foreigners and digital nomads living here, which can make the cost of Pilates training feel out of reach. In an effort to create equity and access - if we receive enough applications- we may be able to offer sliding scale pricing.

    If you’d like to be considered for this, please let us know in your application and bring it up during your call with the teacher training co-ordinator.

  • Miniumum 6 Participants

    Max 18 participants

  • Please read this detailed blog post