Pilates Teacher

Typical Salary

To

Typical Hours

32 to 34 variable

as a contractor / self-employed managing your own hours

How To Become a Pilates Teacher

You can get into this job through:

a college course
an apprenticeship
specialist courses run by private training organisations

College / University

You could do a course like a Level 3 Diploma in Mat Pilates or Level 3 Diploma in Teaching Pilates.

Level 2 or 3 fitness qualification

Apprenticeship

You could start by doing one of the following apprenticeships;

Level 2 Leisure team member
Level 3 Personal trainer

some GCSEs, usually including English and maths, or equivalent, for an intermediate apprenticeship

5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C), or equivalent, including English and maths, for an advanced apprenticeship

Routes into this Career

Routes into this Career are not listed for this job.

Other Routes

You can train as a teacher by doing pilates courses with a specialist training provider or a professional body.

Skills And Knowledge

You'll need:

knowledge of teaching classes
customer service skills
the ability to work on your own
leadership skills
to be thorough and pay attention to detail
the ability to come up with new ways of doing things
patience and the ability to remain calm in stressful situations
excellent verbal communication skills
to be able to carry out basic tasks on a computer or hand-held device

Day To Day Tasks

In your day-to-day duties you may:

work with clients, either one-to-one or in groups
design exercise routines that suit the needs and abilities of each client
teach exercises which are done on a mat, or using specialist equipment
break down exercises and help clients to establish good movement skills using exercises to target problem areas
keep detailed client records
maintain your own level of fitness through regular practice
teach clients to handle stress and to relax more easily
seek new clients or venues
advertise and market your classes

Working Environment

You could work at a fitness centre or in a creative studio.

Your working environment may be physically active.

Career Path & Progression

Career Path & Progression are not listed for this job.

Volunteering Opportunities

Volunteering Opportunities are not listed for this job.

Tips & Information

Professional and industry bodies

You can join organisations like the Pilates Teacher Association or the Pilates Foundation for professional development and training opportunities.

Restrictions & Requirements

You'll need to:

pass enhanced background checks, as you may be working with children and vulnerable adults
have insurance