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Level 3 Pilates Instructor Course in Sheffield

Cost£1,250.00
Duration8 days
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceWeekend
Awarding bodyYMCA awarding body
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About this course

Level 3 Pilates Instructor Course in Sheffield. Classes run at Sheffield Hallam University on weekends, so you can train without giving up weekday work.

The course covers mat Pilates technique, anatomy and movement principles, session planning, and how to adapt exercises for clients with different abilities and goals. You'll learn to teach both group exercise sessions and one-to-one Pilates sessions. No prior qualifications are required, though a basic understanding of anatomy and physiology at Level 2 is expected. The course runs over 8 days. Advanced Learner Loans are available to help with fees.

You'll finish with a Level 3 Diploma in Teaching Pilates.

Who this course is for

Level 3 Diploma in Teaching Pilates (Practitioner) is an industry-recognised qualification that enables you to start to work as a professional pilates instructor.

Whether you're already a qualified fitness coach and want to add to your services or have decided on a change of career, our course can support you.

Entry requirements

There are no pre-requisite qualifications you need to access this course, we do however ask that you have a basic understanding of anatomy and physiology at level 2. We can support you with this if needed.

What you will learn

  • You'll learn how to plan and deliver safe, effective mat Pilates sessions.
  • You'll study anatomy and the movement principles behind Pilates exercises.
  • You'll develop skills to teach group exercise sessions confidently.
  • You'll learn to design progressive programmes for individual clients.
  • You'll practise adapting exercises for clients with different abilities and goals.
  • You'll develop clear demonstration and coaching techniques.
  • You'll build an understanding of posture, core strength, mobility, and flexibility.

How you will learn

The course combines classroom-based practical workshops with online learning elements. You'll take part in hands-on training sessions at the centre on weekends. Assessment includes practical teaching observations and written work to demonstrate your knowledge of anatomy, session planning, and instruction techniques.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Sheffield Hallam University will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Group Exercise Instructor, teaches mat Pilates classes to groups in gyms or studios.
  • Personal Trainer, delivers one-to-one Pilates and fitness sessions for individual clients.
  • Pilates Studio Instructor, works in a dedicated Pilates studio teaching regular classes.
  • Fitness Class Instructor, leads a range of exercise classes including Pilates.
  • Wellbeing Coach, supports clients with movement, posture, and general wellbeing.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Certificate in Personal Training, broadens your scope to general fitness coaching and gym-based work.
  • Level 4 Certificate in Exercise Referral, allows you to work with clients referred by health professionals.
  • Reformer Pilates training, adds specialist apparatus-based Pilates to your teaching skills.
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