betterbody pilates teacher training academy
our certification programs
BetterBody certifications are built on a foundation of anatomy, movement science, and practical coaching skills. Designed for fitness professionals who want to teach with confidence and credibility, each certification combines evidence-based education with real-world application to help you create safer, more effective outcomes for your clients. Explore each certification to learn more about the curriculum, learning experience, and certification requirements.

STANDALONE COURSE · OPEN TO EVERYONE
Anatomy Foundation Course
A comprehensive introduction to anatomy, providing the essential knowledge needed to understand movement, alignment, and biomechanics. Ideal for aspiring instructors, fitness professionals, and students who want a strong anatomical foundation to support their Pilates practice and future training.
$ 99
Self-paced · digital access
Anatomy included in all certification programs
MATWORK
Mat - Self-Paced
Full LMS access, digital manual, and written exam. No live sessions. Study on your schedule. Best for fitness professionals adding mat Pilates to an existing practice. Anatomy Made Easy ($99) recommended as a prerequisite.
$ 699
Digital manual + written exam ·
6-month access + $99 Anatomy Made Easy recommended
WHAT'S INCLUDED
— 7-module self-paced LMS curriculum
— Digital course manual
— PMI 34 foundational exercises
— Contemporary additions repertoire
— Written certification exam
MATWORK
Mat - Live Cohort
The full mat program with anatomy included, weekly live Zoom sessions, printed manual, and practical exam. Real accountability. Direct feedback. A cohort to grow alongside. Early bird: save 10% — not available on bundles.
$ 1,499
Anatomy included · printed + digital manual · all exams
Early bird: $1,341 (10% off, 30+ days before start)
WHAT'S INCLUDED
— Anatomy & Movement Foundations
— 7-module LMS + weekly live Zoom
— Printed + digital manual
— PMI 34 foundational + contemporary additions
— Written & practical exam
— Observation log (48 hrs)
REFORMER
Reformer - Live Hybrid
Seven modules over seven weeks. Anatomy, spring mechanics, safety, cueing, modifications, and class design — everything needed to teach professionally from day one. Anatomy included. Early bird saves 10%.
$ 3,999
Anatomy included · all manuals · all logs · all exams
Early bird: $3,599 (10% off, 30+ days before start)
WHAT'S INCLUDED
— Anatomy & Movement Foundations
— 7 modules over 7 weeks + weekly live Zoom
— Printed + digital BB Reformer manuals (1–3)
— PMI 34 foundational + contemporary additions
— Spring tension, safety & equipment setup
— Special populations & contraindications
— Self-practice log (60 hrs)
— Observation log (48 hrs)
— Supervised teaching log (75 hrs)
— Written + practical exam
REFORMER
Reformer - Live Hybrid
Seven modules over seven weeks. Anatomy, spring mechanics, safety, cueing, modifications, and class design — everything needed to teach professionally from day one. Anatomy included. Early bird saves 10%.
$ 2,700
Requires Reformer Cert · all materials + practical exam
Early bird: $2,430 (10% off)
WHAT'S INCLUDED
— Full Chair, Cadillac & Barrel curriculum
— Live virtual sessions
— Digital apparatus manual
— Special populations & injury modifications
— Written + practical exam
— NASM ClubConnect membership (1 yr)
— Free CEUs + CPR certification
AVAILABLE AFTER COMPLETION OF HYBRID COURSE
In-Studio Teaching Intensive
Students who complete the hybrid coursework and want more hands-on confidence before teaching in a studio environment.
$ 997
WHAT'S INCLUDED
— Cueing Labs
— Corrections and hands-on learning
— Modification and adaptations
— Mock teaching
— Teaching practice
— Live coaching
— May be hosted at BetterBody's studio or an approved hosting studio location
BUNDLE — NO EARLY BIRD (ALREADY DISCOUNTED)
Anatomy + Mat + Reformer Bundle
The complete professional foundation. One enrollment — anatomy, full mat cohort, and full reformer certification. Everything needed to teach both formats with confidence. Best for those who already have studio access or equipment, or for international students.
$ 4,200
$4,699 if purchased separately SAVE $499
3-month payment plan available · all manuals · all exams · all logs · NASM + CEUs + CPR
INCLUDED
— Anatomy & Movement Foundations
— Mat Live Cohort — complete program
— Reformer Live Hybrid — complete program
— All printed + digital manuals
ALSO INCLUDED
— All practice, observation & teaching logs
— Written + practical exams (both)
— NASM ClubConnect membership (1 yr)
— Free CEUs + CPR certification
FULL CERTIFICATION — NO EARLY BIRD (ALREADY DISCOUNTED)
Comprehensive — Anatomy · Mat · Reformer · Apparatus
Every program. Every manual. Every exam. The complete BetterBody certification. This is what opens the most doors — private clients, studio employment, your own program, international teaching.
$ 5,500
$8,199 if purchased separately SAVE $2,699
12-month payment plan available · everything included · NASM + CEUs + CPR
INCLUDED
— Anatomy & Movement Foundations
— Mat Live Cohort — complete program
— Reformer Live Hybrid — complete program
— All printed + digital manuals
ALSO INCLUDED
— All practice, observation & teaching logs
— Written + practical exams (both)
— NASM ClubConnect membership (1 yr)
— Free CEUs + CPR certification
EARLY BIRD
Save 10% on Mat, Reformer, and Apparatus programs when you pay in full 30+ days before your cohort start date. Early bird pricing is not available on bundles — those are already significantly discounted.
BEtterbody pilates teacher training academy
our certification programs
BetterBody certifications are built on a foundation of anatomy, movement science, and practical coaching skills. Designed for fitness professionals who want to teach with confidence and credibility, each certification combines evidence-based education with real-world application to help you create safer, more effective outcomes for your clients. Explore each certification to learn more about the curriculum, learning experience, and certification requirements.

STANDALONE COURSE · OPEN TO EVERYONE
Anatomy Foundation Course
A comprehensive introduction to anatomy, providing the essential knowledge needed to understand movement, alignment, and biomechanics. Ideal for aspiring instructors, fitness professionals, and students who want a strong anatomical foundation to support their Pilates practice and future training.
$ 99
Self-paced · digital access
Anatomy included in all certification programs
MATWORK
Mat - Self-Paced
Full LMS access, digital manual, and written exam. No live sessions. Study on your schedule. Best for fitness professionals adding mat Pilates to an existing practice. Anatomy Made Easy ($99) recommended as a prerequisite.
$ 699
Digital manual + written exam ·
6-month access + $99 Anatomy Made Easy recommended
WHAT'S INCLUDED
— 7-module self-paced LMS curriculum
— Digital course manual
— PMI 34 foundational exercises
— Contemporary additions repertoire
— Written certification exam
MATWORK
Mat - Live Cohort
The full mat program with anatomy included, weekly live Zoom sessions, printed manual, and practical exam. Real accountability. Direct feedback. A cohort to grow alongside. Early bird: save 10% — not available on bundles.
$ 1,499
Anatomy included · printed + digital manual · all exams
Early bird: $1,341 (10% off, 30+ days before start)
WHAT'S INCLUDED
— Anatomy & Movement Foundations
— 7-module LMS + weekly live Zoom
— Printed + digital manual
— PMI 34 foundational + contemporary additions
— Written & practical exam
— Observation log (48 hrs)
REFORMER
Reformer - Live Hybrid
Seven modules over seven weeks. Anatomy, spring mechanics, safety, cueing, modifications, and class design — everything needed to teach professionally from day one. Anatomy included. Early bird saves 10%.
$ 3,999
Anatomy included · all manuals · all logs · all exams
Early bird: $3,599 (10% off, 30+ days before start)
WHAT'S INCLUDED
— Anatomy & Movement Foundations
— 7 modules over 7 weeks + weekly live Zoom
— Printed + digital BB Reformer manuals (1–3)
— PMI 34 foundational + contemporary additions
— Spring tension, safety & equipment setup
— Special populations & contraindications
— Self-practice log (60 hrs)
— Observation log (48 hrs)
— Supervised teaching log (75 hrs)
— Written + practical exam
REFORMER
Chair + Cadillac Add-On
For Reformer-certified instructors ready to expand. Full Wunda Chair, Cadillac, and Barrel repertoire, programming, and special population modifications. Requires Reformer Certification. Early bird saves 10%.
$ 2,700
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Requires Reformer Cert · all materials + practical exam
Early bird: $2,430 (10% off)
— Full Chair, Cadillac & Barrel curriculum
— Live virtual sessions
— Digital apparatus manual
— Special populations & injury modifications
— Written + practical exam
— NASM ClubConnect membership (1 yr)
— Free CEUs + CPR certification
AVAILABLE AFTER COMPLETION OF HYBRID COURSE
In-Studio Teaching Intensive
Students who complete the hybrid coursework and want more hands-on confidence before teaching in a studio environment.
$ 997
WHAT'S INCLUDED
— Cueing Labs
— Corrections and hands-on learning
— Modification and adaptations
— Mock teaching
— Teaching practice
— Live coaching
— May be hosted at BetterBody's studio or an approved hosting studio location
BUNDLE — NO EARLY BIRD (ALREADY DISCOUNTED)
Anatomy + Mat + Reformer Bundle
The complete professional foundation. One enrollment — anatomy, full mat cohort, and full reformer certification. Everything needed to teach both formats with confidence. Best for those who already have studio access or equipment, or for international students.
$ 4,200
$4,699 if purchased separately SAVE $499
3-month payment plan available · all manuals · all exams · all logs · NASM + CEUs + CPR
INCLUDED
— Anatomy & Movement Foundations
— Mat Live Cohort — complete program
— Reformer Live Hybrid — complete program
— All printed + digital manuals
ALSO INCLUDED
— All practice, observation & teaching logs
— Written + practical exams (both)
— NASM ClubConnect membership (1 yr)
— Free CEUs + CPR certification
FULL CERTIFICATION — NO EARLY BIRD (ALREADY DISCOUNTED)
Comprehensive — Anatomy · Mat · Reformer · Apparatus
Every program. Every manual. Every exam. The complete BetterBody certification. This is what opens the most doors — private clients, studio employment, your own program, international teaching.
$ 5,500
$8,199 if purchased separately SAVE $2,699
12-month payment plan available · everything included · NASM + CEUs + CPR
EARLY BIRD
Save 10% on Mat, Reformer, and Apparatus programs when you pay in full 30+ days before your cohort start date. Early bird pricing is not available on bundles — those are already significantly discounted.
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