TRAUMA-INFORMED PILATES TEACHER:

The 2-Day Pilates Reformer Instructor Training

 
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Learn to lead joyful, accessible, nervous system-intelligent Pilates Reformer Classes! 

DISCOVER a Trauma-Informed Approach to Pilates REformer, Including experiential lessons on HOW TO PERFORM AND TEACH:

  • Embodied Anatomy Lessons inspired and informed by the Franklin Method

  • Pilates Movement Principles and Fundamental Movements

  • Classic and Contemporary Pilates Reformer Repertoire

  • Equipment Setup and Safety

  • Stellar, safe(r) sequencing that emphasizes nervous system regulation so you can teach enjoyable, effective Pilates Reformer classes to a diverse range of students including middle aged and older folks, queer and trans students, larger-bodied clients and those working with chronic pain and/or injuries.

Perfect for the fitness and wellness pro who wants to add trauma-informed, accessible, inclusive Pilates Reformer Instruction to their skillset and resume, as well for the dedicated Pilates practitioner interested in developing a safe, fun home practice for themselves and/or their loved ones. 

Course Content Includes:

In-person Instruction: Our trainees will receive 14 hours of Pilates Reformer Instructor training, delivered by our Founder and Director of Education Kiki Lovelace (she/they) onsite at our lofty, spacious South Berkeley facility

Written Materials: Participants will receive a Balanced Body Reformer Consumer Manual as well as Innerstellar’s Prioprietary Innercore Pilates Warm-Up & Sequencing Manual to support them in their teaching journey.

Certificate of Completion: On the last day of training you will receive a shiny Certificate of Completion for 14 hours of Pilates Reformer training and will be eligible to apply to teach on Innerstellar’s Reformer class teaching team. You’ll also receive a friends and family savings on our 2026 Comprehensive Pilates Instructor Training (now enrolling for our Fall Class of 2026).

Sample Schedule:

8-9am Group Reformer Practice Led by Kiki:

9-9:15am Short Break

9:15-12:15pm Reformer Safety & Maintenance, Intro to Trauma-Informed Pilates Cueing, Reformer Level 1-2 Repertoire: Watch/Practice/Practice Teach with a partner

12:15-1pm Lunch Break

1pm-4pm Reformer Basic Repertoire Continued: Watch/Practice/Practice Teach with a partner

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SCHEDULE & PAYMENT OPTIONS

Schedule: 8-4pm

April 25-26, 2026

TEACHING TEAM:

You'll be expertly guided by our Founder & Director of Education, Retired Forrest Yoga Guardian Mentor Teacher, Credentialed Accessible Yoga Teacher and Senior Pilates Educator (with 25+ years of teaching experience) Kiki Lovelace, and assisted by members of Innerstellar’s warm, professional, down-to-earth Pilates teaching team

Location:

In-person at Innerstellar Pilates & Yoga Studio (established 2011), our gorgeous, lofty wellness studio located in Berkeley, California

Investment OPTIONS:

  • $2K Pay-in-Full (best value)

  • $555 x 4 with a payment plan

Got questions?

Email us and we’ll get right back to you Mon-Thurs 10am-5pm pst