STOTT PILATES® IR
intensive reformer pilates teacher training
in a time when the word pilates is used more loosely than ever and new “teacher trainings” appear everywhere, our intention has always been different. we believe that meaningful education comes from depth, clarity and standards - not volume.
this is why we’re thrilled to have been selected as a merrithew™ host training center. merrithew™ is internationally recognized for its leadership in mind-body education and is the creator of the renowned stott pilates® method. as a host center, we’re able to offer merrithew’s high-quality pilates education and instructor training in hamburg, bringing global standards of excellence into our warm and welcoming studio environment.
who is it for?
the stott pilates® intensive reformer course is perfect for fitness pros and movement lovers who want to take their pilates teaching to the next level. this program covers both the essential and intermediate reformer repertoires, giving you the tools to guide clients safely and effectively in private or group sessions.
you’ll dive into the stott pilates® movement system — a smart, mindful framework that helps you create personalized programs for every client. built on stott pilates® principles, the course emphasizes optimal movement, body awareness, and fascial integration to improve performance, balance, and overall wellbeing.
every exercise and modification is explored in detail, so you’ll master programming, cueing, and client correction. by the end, you’ll leave confident, skilled, and ready to deliver high-quality reformer sessions tailored to each client’s needs.
in order to participate, you need to have:
completed a minimum of 40 reformer pilates classes
fluency in the german language
working knowledge of functional anatomy (otherwise, an extra course will be required)
recommended: e+ years teaching movement, fitness, and/or dance
price: 2.200€ + 150€ learning material
exam fee: 250€ (written and practical component)
agenda for our 1st edition:
instruction and supervised teaching:
thursday, march 19th: 11am - 4.30pm
friday, march 20th: 11am - 4.30pm
saturday, march 21st: 2pm - 7.30pm
sunday, march 22nd: 2pm - 7.30pm
monday, march 23rd: 11am - 4.30pm
tuesday, march 24th: break
wednesday, march 25th: 11am - 4.30pm
thursday, march 26th: 11am - 4.30pm
friday, march 27th: 11am - 4.30pm
saturday, march 28th: 2pm - 7.30pm
sunday, march 29th: 2pm - 7.30pm
after this, you need to fulfill the following:
10 observation hours
40 physical review hours
25 practice teaching hours
total training time of 125h
What you’ll learn
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pilates principles
STOTT PILATES® principles for safe and effective movement.
theory and practice of postural analysis.
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complete pilates repertoire (139 exercises)
essential & intermediate reformer.
üower workouts for strength and endurance.
exercise modifications for postural conditions and body types.
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practical teaching & programming
effective cueing, correction, and communication skills.
use of reformer equipment.
group and private session programming.
exercise layering techniques for progressive learning.