Pilates Teacher Training

The Muse Movement Pilates Teacher Training Program goes beyond teaching just a repertoire. Our post-modern, deconstructed approach helps you become a critical movement thinker and a confident, sophisticated teacher. You'll learn to read the narrative of a body and create movement experiences that meet the diverse needs of Every Body —in group classes or one-on-one. 

The Best Comprehensive Pilates Teacher Training in Toronto

The Best, Most Comprehensive and Dynamic Pilates Training in Toronto

  • Develop deep knowledge of anatomy, biomechanics, and functional movement.

  • Learn to hold space with compassion for all bodies and lived experiences.

  • Strengthen your ability to think on your feet and adapt to each client’s needs.

  • Cultivate keen observation and effective problem-solving skills.

  • Learn to communicate clearly, confidently, and in your own authentic voice.

  • Explore industry best practices — including professional growth and self-care.

  • Engage in creative, critical, integrative and embodied learning through hands-on experience and somatic exploration.

  • Join a supportive, evolving, and curious teaching community.

  • Learn to set students up for success with thoughtful progressions and creative sequencing.

  • Grow into a sought-after teacher and respected leader in the industry.

  • Embrace growth, evolution, unlearning, and expansion — both personally and professionally.

Ready to take the plunge?
Explore our programs.

Mat Teacher Training

Learn to teach intentional movement with confidence, care and compassion.

This is the foundation for all further training.

September- December 2025

PRICE $3, 275 +HST

Reformer Teacher Training

Deepen your skills, add new tools & insight and take your practice and career to the next level.

Mat Teacher Training is a prerequisite.

September- December 2025

PRICE $3,300 +HST

Mentorship Program

A space for certified teachers to grow, receive feedback and support and deepen and hone teaching skills.

Must be a certified teacher.

3 Month Program: $1399 +HST

6 Month Program: $1575 +HST

Caitlyn Burns.

“Taking this training changed my life by introducing me to myself and allowing me to find my footing and land on solid ground.”

Curious what it’s actually like to go through teacher training at Muse? Read how one of our graduates went from curious student to confident, purpose-driven teacher.

Blog: How Pilates Teacher Training Changed My Life →

Have Questions?

Answers to the most common questions about Pilates Teacher Training at Muse.

    •  Not at all. We welcome a range of experience levels. What matters most is your curiosity, commitment to learning, and interest in movement as a form of care and connection.

    • You do not need to be able to perform or “do an exercise well” to be part of our training. It is not part of our philosophy. We don’t care what your shapes are but that you understand and can teach what the intention behind each move is.

  • Each program has a different schedule, but expect a mix of weekend sessions, self-directed study, and class attendance. A full breakdown will be available on each program page.

  • Many of our students balance training with other responsibilities. We design the schedule to be manageable but it does require focus, planning, and a genuine investment of time and energy.

  • Yes, we aim to make our training more accessible through limited scholarship spots. Details, deadlines, and how to apply will be listed on each program page.

  • Yes. Upon successful completion of the program and its requirements, you’ll be certified through Muse Movement. You’ll leave with the skills and confidence to start teaching right away.

    • This is a complicated topic with a lot to consider and a lot of nuance. You will never get to do your first trianing again so we suggest that the main question you should be asking is : “which schools are aligned the most with the kind of teacher I want to be? Where are from whome do I want to learn from ?”

    • Please read this blog post for more detail:

      https://www.musemovement.ca/blog/where-can-i-use-my-pilates-certification

  • We allow for 9 hours of missed traiing in case of emergency but only of the exercises and if you complete the self study we assign you . If you miss a workshop you will have to make it up in paid private hours . We guide you individually how to make up lost time when necessary.

    • Our community is super supportive. Our teachers love to help you but please be mindful of their time and don’t expect they can stop everything they are doing to answer your questions. Ask for permission.

    • We have a mentorship program should you wish to continue diving into your training.

    • Connect with your peers they are a great support system and learning facility for you

  • Each training requires a $1000 deposit to hold your spot in the coveted and waitlisted program. There are no refunds on deposits. There are no refunds on deposits. 

    If you are unable to participate in the program, you may be differ your enrolment if you withdraw at least five weeks before the start date and we are able to fill your spot.

    Deferrals are subject to a $150 administrative fee.

    You must provide at least three months' notice for the training session you wish to join.

    Our deferral policy is valid for up to two years and you can only defer once.

    The remaining tuition balance is due one month before the training begins.

Teacher Training Faculty

Our Program is Unique

This is not your Grandma’s Teacher training. The Muse Movement Pilates Teacher Training Program does more than simply teach you a dated repertoire. This is a modern, multi-faceted holistic approach to movement. We offer a deconstructed, post-modern look at Pilates that helps you become a critical movement thinker. We teach you how to be a confident and sophisticated teacher and human who can read the narrative of a body. You will be able to create a movement experience that fits the various needs of differing bodies and lived experiences; in a group class or with a private client. This program is one of a kind to Toronto and now Lisbon.

Become an Expert

Our Pilates Instructor Training graduates become coveted teachers. Our program is taught through dynamic and interactive lectures and hands-on learning. You will learn how to think on your feet and combine deep anatomical understanding, functional movement, methodical exercise progressions and creative sequencing to create a movement experience that is relevant to a modern urban lifestyle. As a student, you will have unlimited access to on- demand class offerings so you can embody the practice yourself.

Our Approach

We constantly strive to create an environment that is inclusive and accessible. We take pride in incorporating our core values into our program. We are constantly updating the program based on collaboration and feedback from our students; modern science and research and inspired life lessons. We are always evolving in order to incorporate new learnings and continue to make this, The Best, Most Comprehensive and Dynamic Pilates Training in Canada and Now; Europe with our Inaugural training in Lisbon in April 2024.

MAT PILATES TEACHER TRAINING

WHEN: Fall 2025
WITH: Keri O’Meara, Alexa Xavier, Jennifer Viveiros, Robin Lacambra and Erin O’Henly
PRICE: €2200

Scholarships

We recognize the many forms of marginalization and oppression that exists in the world that impact a broad spectrum of people. Our scholarship seeks to facilitate access and representation for racialized people, who have been historically underrepresented within the Pilates and boutique fitness industry and spaces. We also recognize that the Portuguese salary is not the same as that of all of the foreigners and digital nomads who are moving to this beautiful country and the typical pricing of a Pilates training can be potentially out of reach. As such, if we have enough applicants, we are able to provide some sliding scale options. Please speak to the founder about these potential opportunities during your applicant call.  Please fill out your application and then email keri@musemovement.ca and let her know you are hoping to apply for a potential scholarship.

  • “The teacher training at Muse Movement was a life-changing experience for me that surpassed all of my expectations. Each one of the teachers was incredibly knowledgeable and passionate; not only about pilates, but also in communicating their expertise to the students in a personalized way. At Muse Movement, the training went so far beyond learning anatomy and cuing movements. They created a supportive and encouraging environment for me to ask questions and to challenge myself to go beyond what was on the page. I came away from the Muse Movement teacher training with the practical skills and applied knowledge to move confidently into teaching mat work, but I gained something even more valuable: a supportive community."

    — Alexa WL., MuseMovement Teacher Trainee Fall 2017

  • “I couldn’t have chosen a kinder, more down-to-earth, yet thorough Pilates training school whose core hope is for everyone to find better health and movement through their teaching.”

    —Felicia M., MuseMovement Teacher Training Fall 2017

  • "The Muse Movement teacher training was an experience that went above and beyond my expectations. It was so much more than simply learning about anatomy, sequencing, cueing, and language. It was about understanding the human body, from head to toe, inside and out, and using that insight to become a communicator first, and a teacher second. It was a joy to be taken under the wing of such a knowledgeable faculty, and a privilege to speak with guest lecturers who are experts in their respective fields such as pelvic health, chiropractic medicine, physiotherapy, and anti-oppression training. It sounds cliché to say, but the education and confidence I gained from this experience allowed me such freedom to be myself as an instructor. And I think that’s what is so unique about the Muse Movement Teacher Training – they aren’t interested in creating teaching clones. They’re goal is to give you the wisdom, tools, and power to offer something special to the masses – YOU."

    Jessica S, Mat and Reformer 2021

  • “Muse's TT is awesome! The program is really well laid out and balanced - covering all aspects of teaching movement while supporting a variety of learning styles and levels of experience. I was nervous that my chronic back pain from scoliosis & spinal fusion would get in the way, but Keri was very kind and accommodating. She approached my concerns with genuine curiosity and compassion; turning it from a limitation into a learning opportunity. All the instructors are amazing at intentionally establishing an accepting and encouraging environment. Using collaboration, curiosity and laughter, Keri is great at getting everyone to step out of their comfort zone in fun ways. Leslie’s deep knowledge and passion for anatomy are contagious. She balances thorough discussion with lighthearted learning - even throwing herself against chalkboards to help you visualize muscles in action! Talk about full bodied learning! I'm very grateful to have had the chance to learn in a movement community like Muse that helps you acknowledge and work with today's body - its ranges, its lines, its breath. If you're thinking about signing up - do it! I'm glad I did.”

    Leila S