TEACHER TRAINING

FULL COMPREHENSIVE TEACHER TRAINING AUTUMN 2025 | ATHENS, GREECE

Saturday 26 October 2025 – Sunday 01 March 2026

Michalakopoulou 87 Athens, 11528, Greece

This 3-month training programme is designed to guide you step by step to the Full Comprehensive course including Mat and Magic Circle, Reformer, Tower-Cadillac, Wunda Chair, and Ladder-Barrel.

Total Duration: 450 hours (3 months)

Timing: Saturdays 13:00 – 20:00 and Sundays 10:00 – 17:00

In-person/Online Training: 150 hours
Individual Practice: 150 hours

All students should complete 150 hours of individual practice in a certified Pilates studio.

Requirements:

All students must complete their practice in a certified and licensed Pilates studio.
Completion of the studios’ registration form is mandatory.
The studio manager of the visited facility must sign the form.
Optional Venue: Pilates by Michael Studio. Available Times: Monday – Friday 15:00 – 18:00

Guided Student Practice: 80 hours

Benefits: Students receive constructive feedback from specialised instructors at our school.

Student Teaching: 50 hours

Details:

Students teach volunteers of their selection.
Volunteers must be healthy with no injuries in the past 6 months.
It is essential for trainees to maintain a profile record of their students.
Lessons should be tailored to meet the specific needs of the student.

Anatomy: 14 hours

In-person sessions are conducted by a certified lecturer with a degree in physiotherapy and further training in Pilates.

Practical and Theory Exams: 6 hours

Modules:

Pilates Mat-Magic circle
Pilates Reformer
Pilates Tower-Cadillac
Pilates Chair
Pilates Barrel
Anatomy

Schedule

Days	Module
Weekend 1 (25-26/10)	Pilates Anatomy Focus on musculoskeletal structure, biomechanics, and movement analysis. Foundation for cueing, tactile feedback, and exercise adaptations.
Weekend 2 (01-02/11)	Pilates Mat I – Beginner Introduction to the classical Mat repertoire. Emphasis on breathing, core activation, alignment, and precision.
Weekend 3 (15-16/11)	Pilates Mat II – Intermediate Progressive Mat exercises and classical transitions. Enhancing movement control and class flow.
Weekend 4 (22-23/11)	Pilates Mat III – Authentic Sequence / Return to Life Full classical Mat sequence in the original order. Emphasis on rhythm, tempo, transitions, and integration.
Weekend 5 (29-30/11)	Pilates Reformer I – Beginner Introduction to Reformer setup and safety. Basic classical Reformer repertoire and spring knowledge.
Weekend 6 (06-07/12)	Pilates Reformer II – Intermediate Intermediate exercises, transitions, and sequencing. Focus on cueing, movement quality, and flow.
Weekend 7 (13-14/12)	Pilates Reformer III – Advanced Advanced-level Reformer with full sequences and classical order. Coordination, power, and precision in dynamic execution.
Weekend 8 (20-21/12)	Pilates Tower/Cadillac I Focus on Roll Down Bar and Push Through Bar series. Spinal articulation, upper/lower body integration, and spring control.
Weekend 9 (10-11/01)	Pilates Tower/Cadillac II Cadillac Frame and Hanging series. Advanced spinal and inversion work, using the full frame.
Weekend 10 (17-18/01)	Pilates Wunda Chair Full classical Chair repertoire. Vertical and functional strength patterns with spring resistance.
Weekend 11 (24-25/01)	Pilates Ladder Barrel Classical Ladder Barrel work. Spinal extension, side work, and global mobility.
Weekend 12 (28/02-01/03)	FINAL EXAMS

Final Exams: The Theoretical exam will be held on Saturday (28/02) from 9:00 to 20:00 via the Pilates Loom online platform. The Practical exam will be held on Sunday (01/03).

Theoretical Exam

Each module includes its own online theory exam, accessible via www.pilatesloom.com.

Structure per module:

Pilates Anatomy – 50 multiple-choice questions
Pilates Mat – 50 multiple-choice questions
Pilates Reformer – 50 multiple-choice questions
Pilates Tower-Cadillac – 50 multiple-choice questions
Pilates Wunda Chair – 25 multiple-choice questions
Pilates Ladder Barrel – 25 multiple-choice questions

General Guidelines:

Duration: 1 minute per question (e.g. 50 questions = 50 minutes)
Attempts: 2 attempts allowed per module
If the first attempt is failed, the second attempt can be taken after 2 weeks
If both attempts are failed, a third attempt is available only after completion of the next teacher training cycle, with a €80 resit fee

Practical Exam

The practical exam is conducted through real-time teaching, not a pre-recorded video.

Requirements:

Duration: 20 minutes
You will be assigned a specific client case prior to the exam.
You must teach a full mini-session based on this case, including:
Brief case introduction
Warm-up or preparatory movements
Main exercise program (including apparatus if applicable)
Verbal cueing, tactile feedback, and interaction
Clear ending or cool-down phase

Evaluation Criteria:

Flow and structure
Correct execution and modifications
Clarity of cueing (verbal & tactile)
Observation and client response
Professional presence

For more information please click on the Handbook. If you have further questions don’t hesitate to contact us.

Registration Fees

The in-person training costs 3800 €, including VAT.

The online training costs 2300 €, including VAT.

The reservation of the position is after the advance deposit of 30% of the total value.

By creating your account, you can buy your preferred module. You will also find the final exam of each one of them. Each exam can be taken at any time you like.

The training cannot be held part-time but can be completed in modules.

The Anatomy course is included in all the following modules.

In-person modules
Pilates Mat & Pilates Magic Circle: 1.200€
Pilates Equipment (Reformer, Cadillac,Barrel, Chair): 2.800€
Pilates Reformer: 1.200€
Pilates Tower-Cadillac: 1.200€
Pilates Wunda Chair: 300€
Pilates Ladder Barrel: 300€

Online modules
Pilates Mat & Pilates Magic Circle: 800 €
Pilates Equipment: 1800 €
Pilates Reformer: 800 €
Pilates Tower-Cadillac: 800 €
Pilates Wunda Chair: 200 €
Pilates Ladder Barrel: 200 €

The VAT is included in all the above prices.

Your teachers: Michael Karagiorgos and Vasia Charalampidou

Training Programme Accredited by ITTAP PMA

Our Full Comprehensive Programme holds the esteemed International Teacher Trainer Accreditation for Pilates (ITTAP) from the Pilates Method Alliance (PMA). This accreditation, developed through the collaborative efforts of leading Pilates figures and PMA board members, signifies a commitment to global excellence in Pilates teacher education. ITTAP was conceived to streamline and broaden the accreditation process, ultimately aligning with the PMA’s vision of advancing industry professionalism and fostering high-quality Pilates education for future generations. Programmes bearing the ITTAP accreditation are recognised for their dedication to the core educational principles of the Pilates method.

Training Programme Accredited by IPHM

Our Full Comprehensive Programme is accredited by the IPHM Accreditation Board. The IPHM trustmark serves as a symbol of trust and reliability for training providers and holistic therapists.

School Directory of the NPCP

The Pilates Loom Academy belongs to the School Directory of the National Pilates Certification Programme (NPCP).