Become a Qualified Pilates Instructor with Expert Face-to-Face Training​.
Based in South Wales | Welcoming students from across Wales and the South West.
Train with Sarah. Award winning Pilates educator. YMCA Pilates Tutor, experienced instructor and author of Pilates: From Words to Movement. Gain the knowledge, practical skills and confidence to become the Pilates instructor you've always wanted to be.
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Why Train with Sarah?
Learning to teach Pilates is about far more than passing an assessment.
As an award-winning Pilates educator, YMCA Tutor and author of Pilates: From Words to Movement, I'm passionate about helping future instructors develop the confidence to teach safely, communicate clearly and inspire their clients.
During your training you'll receive:
âś” Face-to-face practical tuition
âś” Individual feedback and support
âś” Confidence in verbal cueing and observation
âś” Real teaching experience
âś” Ongoing guidance throughout your journey
My goal isn't just to help you gain a qualification, it's to help you become an outstanding Pilates instructor.
What will I learn?
By the end of your training you'll be able to:
âś… Teach safe and effective Pilates classes with confidence.
âś… Understand anatomy and movement principles.
âś… Teach the classical Pilates repertoire with appropriate progressions and adaptations.
âś… Plan and deliver engaging group sessions.
âś… Use effective verbal cueing and observation skills.
âś… Adapt exercises for different abilities.
âś… Prepare for assessment and launch your Pilates teaching career.
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More Than Just a Qualification.
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At SJD Pilates Teacher Training Academy, we don't just prepare you to pass your assessment. We help you become a confident teacher who understands how to communicate movement clearly, observe clients effectively and deliver safe, enjoyable Pilates classes. My aim is for you to leave not only qualified, but confident and ready to teach from day one.
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Your Learning Journey
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Step 1 – Enrol and receive your learning resources.
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Step 2 – Complete your online anatomy and theory.
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Step 3 – Attend your practical training weekends.
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Step 4 – Practise teaching with tutor feedback.
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Step 5 – Complete your portfolio and assessment.
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Step 6 – Achieve your YMCA Level 3 Qualification
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