Created by Joseph Pilates at the beginning of the 20th century, the Pilates method is now recognized worldwide for its benefits on posture, mobility, core strength, and well-being. Much more than just physical activity, it is a holistic approach to movement that develops body awareness, precision, and control.
For over 20 years, the Swiss Pilates & Yoga Institute has been teaching this method with high standards, passion, and care. Our training combines the fundamental principles of traditional Pilates with current knowledge in anatomy, biomechanics, and pedagogy to produce competent, confident instructors capable of adapting to the needs of each student.
Whether you wish to make Pilates your profession, enrich your professional practice or deepen your understanding of movement, our program accompanies you step by step until you obtain your diploma, thanks to progressive, concrete and practice-oriented teaching.
Pilates PRO training
Our training program offers a comprehensive and progressive approach to the Pilates method. You will develop mastery of mat work, small accessories, and the method's main apparatus: Reformer, Cadillac, Chair, Barrel, and Spine Corrector. You will learn to create sessions adapted to different levels, understand the fundamental principles of Pilates, and master functional anatomy, biomechanics, and pedagogy, enabling you to teach with precision, safety, and confidence.
We offer two training programs, designed to adapt to your lifestyle and professional goals. Regardless of the format you choose, you will benefit from the same curriculum, the same educational support, and will receive the same diploma.
The modular format
A progressive training course consisting ofone weekend per month supplemented by a mandatory intensive week, to be chosen between the module "PILATES Mat & Accessories" or "PILATES and Pathologies".
The intensive format
An intensive 4-week course including one week of Pilates Mat & Accessories and comprehensive training on the Reformer, Cadillac, Chair, Barrel, and Spine Corrector apparatus. Training is available year-round, with dates to choose from the offered sessions.
In addition to the face-to-face training hours, you will need to complete personal work throughout your course in order to acquire the necessary skills and prepare for your exams in the best possible conditions.
Throughout your training, you will be required to complete 30 hours of personal practice and 30 hours of teaching. The practice hours can be completed with professionals or other participants in the training program. The teaching hours can be given to family members, colleagues, or other students in the program.
All of these hours must be recorded in a tracking document which will be given to you by the Swiss Pilates & Yoga Institute at the beginning of the training.
At the end of the training, you will take a written theory exam. Once you have passed this, you can apply to take the practical exam, provided you have completed your 30 hours of instruction and 30 hours of personal practice.
A comprehensive training program that allows you to acquire all the necessary skills to teach Pilates with confidence.
- The fundamental principles of the Pilates method.
- Functional anatomy and biomechanics of movement.
- Postural analysis and flexibility tests.
- Understanding the main postural imbalances.
- The construction of Pilates Mat and Reformer classes.
- The progressive learning of exercises on Reformer, Cadillac, Chair, Spine Corrector and Barrel.
- The use of the main accessories (Magic Circle, Foam Roller, Soft Ball, Small Ball, Flow Tonic, elastic bands, etc.).
- Adapting exercises according to different postural profiles and major pathologies.
- Techniques for correcting, observing and guiding students.
- Teaching scenarios (Partner Teach) to develop pedagogy and confidence.
Certifications and Recognitions
Swiss Pilates & Yoga is accredited and recognized by:
- Pilates Method Alliance: a world-renowned organization.
- ASCA: recognized for continuing education.
- EduQua: a Swiss quality label for continuing education providers. This label allows them to benefit from training vouchers.
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Miranda and her team offer high quality Yoga and Pilates sessions, as well as high-level training.
