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The Pilates Movement Academy is designed to take your teaching career to the next level. Created for experienced Mat Pilates instructors, Yoga Instructors, Classical Reformer teachers and Personal Trainers, this course equips you with the skills and confidence to deliver dynamic, results-driven Reformer Pilates classes to a high professional standard.
Our certification is Active IQ endorsed and carries 50 CPD points, giving it strong industry credibility and international recognition. Having been rigorously vetted by governing bodies, the course is also well suited to allied health professionals, including physiotherapists.
You’ll learn through a highly practical, structured and jargon-free approach, building your knowledge and teaching ability step by step. With a strong focus on real-world application, you’ll develop the confidence to plan, choreograph and deliver clear, precise and engaging modern Reformer classes for clients of all levels.
All of our training is delivered in person, ensuring the highest quality of education, hands-on experience and direct support throughout your learning.
Train with one of Surrey’s leading Pilates studios — an academy that is truly living and breathing Pilates every day, not simply delivering courses.
To find out more, email us at academy@thepilatesmovementstudio.co.uk or book a discovery call via the link below.
All courses are delivered from our conveniently located Guildford, Surrey studio.
Reformer Pilates has evolved into a more fluid, athletic style while staying true to core Pilates principles. Dynamic Reformer Pilates emphasises longer time under tension, fewer position changes and—in appropriate sequences—training close to muscular fatigue to stimulate adaptation. Classes are sequenced to flow from mobilise → strengthen → stretch for each target area. Delivered accurately, results are exceptional and instructors skilled in this approach are in high demand.
Our Reformer course has been carefully designed and is personally supervised by studio founder Jeff Waters — an instructor trained to the highest industry standards, with a diverse background spanning Personal Training, Football Fitness Coaching, Mat Pilates and Reformer Pilates.
Jeff’s approach is clear, structured and results-driven, blending the precision and control of Pilates with the programming mindset of personal training. This unique combination ensures you not only understand the movements, but also how to deliver effective, engaging sessions that clients genuinely feel the benefit from.
Having owned and operated multiple successful Reformer studios, alongside a London-based HIIT studio, Jeff brings real-world experience into every aspect of the course and true insight into what makes successful Pilates Teachers. Over the years, he has refined his method of group class delivery and coached numerous instructors to develop confidence, build their skillset and go on to create successful careers within the industry.
This isn’t just theory — it’s a practical, experience-led education shaped by what truly works on the studio floor.
Your training will take place at our Guildford studio, a fully equipped, professional environment designed to give you the very best learning experience. You’ll be working on the latest Merrithew SPX Reformers, widely recognised as the industry standard, ensuring you develop your skills on equipment you’re likely to encounter in leading studios.
The course is delivered across three immersive weekends, combining hands-on practical learning with expert-led guidance throughout. You’ll complete 30 hours of in-studio training, where we focus on technique, programming, cueing and the delivery of high-quality, dynamic Reformer sessions.
To support your development, you’ll also undertake an additional 20 hours of practice and teaching between modules. This is a key part of the course, allowing you to embed your learning, build confidence, and refine your teaching style in a real-world setting.
By the end of the programme, you’ll not only understand the Reformer — you’ll feel confident, capable and fully prepared to deliver effective, engaging classes to a high professional standard.
You will also receive the following:
Yes — the course has been professionally and heavily vetted for quality and is endorsed by Active IQ and carries 50 CPD points. The CPD points are also recognised internationally allowing you to use this qualification overseas.
It’s ideal for experienced Mat Pilates instructors, Classical Reformer instructors and Personal Trainers. Prior Reformer exposure helps, and we’ll upskill you in the dynamic format.
At our Guildford, Surrey studio. Sessions run Fridays 1:00–6:00 pm across six weeks (30 contact hours). You also receive 10 class credits with your education package which can be used at any of our studios.
Merrithew SPX Reformers and supporting accessories. However we also have Balanced Body Allegros at Godalming and Align CS8’s at Farnham, we strongly suggest you familiarise yourself with each machine to enhance your education.
Yes. You’ll receive supervised practice, mentoring and feedback along with a formal assessment by the TPM studio owner Jeffrey Waters, a highly experienced and educated teacher. Additionally you will also receive 10 hours of personal use at any of our studios private PT spaces to self practice on the Refomer. We strongly encourage and allow you to bring a partner/friend/fellow student to practice on. Our course is all in person with no online requirement.
Book a discovery call below to discuss course dates, and/or general course information. You can also purchase the course in either 3 interest free monthly instalments or lump sum with payment links found on this page.
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