Pilates Instructor Training
at Two Waves Pilates
Your Next Chapter Starts Here.
We're excited to welcome the Pilates Institute of Connecticut to Two Waves Pilates for Reformer Essentials instructor training.
Whether you're looking to turn your passion for Pilates into a career or expand your knowledge of the practice, this comprehensive training program offers the opportunity to build the skills, confidence, and foundation needed to begin teaching Reformer Pilates.
Hosted at our studio in Wallingford, Connecticut, this hands-on training experience brings together education, movement, and community in an intimate studio setting.
APRIL 2027! Reformer Essentials instructor training will take place at Two Waves Pilates on Sundays, April 4, 11, 18, and 25, 2027, with an additional practice day on Saturday, April 24. Led by the Pilates Institute of Connecticut, this hands-on training will provide aspiring instructors with the foundational knowledge, practical skills, and confidence to begin teaching Reformer Pilates.
About the Training
Reformer Essentials Certification
Presented by the Pilates Institute of Connecticut
Hosted at Two Waves Pilates
Reformer Essentials is a comprehensive introduction to teaching Pilates on the Reformer, designed to prepare aspiring instructors with the foundational knowledge and practical experience needed to lead safe, effective, and engaging classes.
Through a combination of Pilates principles, anatomy education, teaching methodology, and hands-on practice, participants will develop an understanding of the Reformer and how to confidently guide others through movement.
The course emphasizes proper equipment use, thoughtful class design, and effective instruction while introducing a repertoire of 25 beginner-to-intermediate Reformer exercises.
Whether you're beginning your journey as an instructor or building upon an existing Pilates education, Reformer Essentials provides an opportunity to take the next step.
Who Is This Training For?
Turn Your Passion Into Purpose.
Reformer Essentials is designed for individuals who are ready to deepen their Pilates education and explore the art of teaching.
This training may be a great fit if you are:
An aspiring Pilates instructor looking to begin teaching Reformer Pilates.
A fitness or movement professional interested in expanding your knowledge and instructional skills.
A Pilates enthusiast who wants to take their passion for the practice to the next level.
An existing Mat Pilates instructor looking to expand into Reformer-based instruction.
You don't need to have your entire career mapped out to take the next step. You just need a passion for movement, a willingness to learn, and a desire to grow.
Important Prerequisite: Beginning in 2027, all students enrolling in Reformer Essentials must have completed a Mat Pilates certification. Mat Pilates certifications from any certifying organization are accepted; your certification does not need to be through the Pilates Institute of Connecticut.
What You'll Learn
The Reformer Essentials curriculum covers seven key areas designed to build a strong foundation for teaching Pilates.
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Explore the origins of the Pilates Reformer and discover how Joseph Pilates transformed a hospital bed into one of the most recognizable pieces of Pilates equipment used around the world today.
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Learn how to properly adjust, inspect, maintain, and care for the Reformer. Develop an understanding of essential safety protocols to create a comfortable and effective experience for every client.
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Build foundational knowledge of the core, spine, shoulder girdle, and lower body mechanics. Understand how anatomy informs movement, exercise selection, and safe instruction.
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Develop practical teaching skills, including effective cueing, exercise sequencing, and managing the mechanics of the Reformer. Learn how to communicate movement with clarity and confidence.
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Discover how to incorporate props to enhance the Reformer experience, including:
Long and short boxes
Magic circles
Ankle weights
Yoga blocks
Small stability balls
Learn how props can introduce variety, challenge stability, and support movement technique.
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Learn 25 beginner-to-intermediate Reformer exercises covering the core, upper body, and lower body.
Build a balanced exercise library that serves as the foundation for creating effective and engaging Pilates classes.
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Learn how to create thoughtful, balanced Reformer classes that flow naturally from beginning to end.
Explore how to combine creativity with structure, develop purposeful sequences, and design sessions that feel cohesive, effective, and uniquely your own.
Why Train at Two Waves?
A Space to Learn, Connect & Grow.
At Two Waves Pilates, we believe Pilates is about more than movement. It's about building confidence, finding connection, and creating space for personal growth.
We're proud to welcome the Pilates Institute of Connecticut into our Wallingford studio and provide a welcoming environment for aspiring instructors to develop their skills.
With seven Reformers and an intimate studio atmosphere, Two Waves offers a setting centered around hands-on learning and a shared passion for Pilates.
We're excited to support the next generation of Pilates instructors and bring more opportunities for education and growth to our local community.
Ready to Begin Your Instructor Journey?
Whether your goal is to teach Pilates professionally, expand your existing qualifications, or deepen your understanding of the Reformer, this training is an opportunity to invest in yourself and your future.
Take the next step in your Pilates journey at Two Waves Pilates.
Training Provider: Pilates Institute of Connecticut
Training Location: Two Waves Pilates | Wallingford, CT
Program: Reformer Essentials
Prerequisite: Mat Pilates Certification (required beginning in 2027)
Applications and certification requirements are managed directly through the Pilates Institute of Connecticut.
We can't wait to welcome you to the studio!