Teach With Us

Become Part of
the Lineage.

Learn to teach Classical Pilates the way it was passed down: from Joseph Pilates, to Romana Kryzanowska, to Master Trainer Dave C. Bryan, and now to you.

Classical Pilates apparatus at Pilates On Fifth

Two Paths

Where are you in your teaching journey?

Become a Certified Instructor

Our teacher training school, Creative Arts Pilates, offers a 350-hour comprehensive Classical Pilates certification led by Dave C. Bryan and Tonia Heidenreich.

  • Teacher Readiness Program: 35 hours to learn the intermediate Mat and Reformer work
  • Teacher Training Program: 4 intensive weekends, 315 hours of instruction, observation, practice and apprentice teaching
  • Written and practical exams to earn your certification
  • Optional Advanced Weekend brings you to 450 hours

Already Certified?

Classically trained instructors who share our standard are welcome to apply to teach group, private and semi-private sessions at Pilates On Fifth.

  • Weekly team training with Dave C. Bryan
  • A fully equipped classical studio
  • Small group classes, six clients max
  • A team that keeps studying the work

The Program at a Glance

350

hours of comprehensive training

4

intensive weekends

12

students max, two per reformer combo

30

years certifying Classical instructors

Instructor guiding a student on the reformer

2027 Program

Dates Coming Soon.

Programs are limited to 12 students and fill on a first-come basis. Request info to be the first to hear when the 2027 dates are announced.

Questions

Teacher Training FAQ

Who is the program for?

Aspiring Pilates teachers, movement professionals and experienced students who are ready to learn to teach the Classical Method. Prior dance, Pilates or fitness experience is helpful but not required.

What do I need to enroll?

A completed application, current CPR certification, and the Teacher Readiness Program, where you learn the intermediate Mat and Reformer work before you begin to teach it.

How much does it cost?

The Teacher Readiness Program is $895 and the Teacher Training Program is $5,500. Full details, payment options and books are listed at Creative Arts Pilates.

How many students are in each program?

Each program is limited to 12 students, two per reformer combo unit, so every student gets hands-on time. A program runs with a minimum of six students.

What if the minimum enrollment is not reached?

If fewer than six students enroll, a new date will be set. You can keep your place for the new date or receive a full refund of all fees paid.

Can this lead to the National Pilates Certification Exam?

The core program is 350 hours. The optional Advanced Weekend brings your training to 450 hours, the total generally required to sit for the National exam.

Get in Touch

Request Info or Apply to Teach

Tell us whether you want to become certified or are already certified. Email info@pilatesfifthave.com or call 321-312-0715.

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      Hours of Operation

      • Monday–Friday: 7am–8pm (last class at 7pm)
      • Saturday: 7am–noon (last class at 11am)
      • Sunday: Closed