CODE PILATES TEACHER TRAINING
Reformer Teacher Training
A structured progression through Reformer 1, Reformer 2 and Reformer 3, developing safe equipment use, movement analysis, programming and professional teaching skills.
220 Total Hours for Completion
Select a module to view its complete educational content.
Course detail
Reformer 1
Foundational Reformer Exercises
16 Hours
Introduces fundamental Reformer principles, safe equipment use, spring selection, exercise analysis, cueing and foundational programming.

This module is part of the Code Pilates Mat and Comprehensive teacher-training pathways listed as Verified Programs in the NPCP School Directory. These pathways meet the educational eligibility requirements for graduates to sit for the applicable NPCP examinations.
Prerequisites
- Mat 1 + Movement Foundations is strongly recommended.
Program includes
- Equipment setup and safety
- Foundational Reformer repertoire
- Spring selection
- Beginner and intermediate programming
Course detail
Reformer 2
Intermediate Reformer Exercises
16 Hours
Expands teaching skills through intermediate exercises, progressions, modifications and class programming for different client needs.

This module is part of the Code Pilates Mat and Comprehensive teacher-training pathways listed as Verified Programs in the NPCP School Directory. These pathways meet the educational eligibility requirements for graduates to sit for the applicable NPCP examinations.
Prerequisites
- Reformer 1
Program includes
- Intermediate repertoire
- Progressions and regressions
- Movement analysis
- Adaptable class programming
Course detail
Reformer 3
Advanced Reformer Programming
16 Hours
Completes the pathway with advanced exercises, sequencing, problem solving and professional teaching applications.

This module is part of the Code Pilates Mat and Comprehensive teacher-training pathways listed as Verified Programs in the NPCP School Directory. These pathways meet the educational eligibility requirements for graduates to sit for the applicable NPCP examinations.
Prerequisites
- Reformer 1
- Reformer 2
Program includes
- Advanced repertoire
- Complex coordination
- Advanced sequencing
- Professional teaching applications
Program includes
- Reformer 1, Reformer 2 and Reformer 3 curriculum
- Course manuals, learning materials and module quizzes
- Exercise analysis, sequencing and class programming
- Cueing, communication and professional teaching skills
- Equipment setup, spring selection and safety
- Preparation for the Final Written & Practical Assessment
Requirements for completion
- Reformer 1, Reformer 2 and Reformer 3 (48 Hours)
- Functional Anatomy for Pilates (14 Hours)
- Movement Foundations (8 Hours)
- All required module quizzes
- 30 individual practice hours, 30 observation hours and 90 practice-teaching hours
- Final Written & Practical Assessment
- Total: 220 hours