Why take a combined Pilates pathway?
For many students, Matwork and Reformer are not separate disciplines but complementary parts of the same Pilates journey. The combined pathway offers the opportunity to develop a strong foundation in Pilates principles before progressing naturally into apparatus-based teaching and practice.
Beginning with Matwork, students build confidence in movement, anatomy, biomechanics, observation, and teaching methodology. These foundations create a natural bridge into Reformer training, where learning can deepen through the added possibilities offered by the apparatus.
Together, the two programmes support the development of knowledgeable, adaptable teachers who are equipped to teach across both Matwork and Reformer environments with greater depth, versatility, and understanding.
As students on the combined pathway will have already completed the Matwork foundations component, they join the Reformer programme in Week 3, bypassing the introductory modules covered during the opening two weeks of the training.
Explore the individual programme pages below to discover what is included, how each training is structured, and how the two disciplines work together to support your development as a knowledgeable, adaptable, and fully rounded Pilates teacher.
Pilates Matwork & Reformer Combo Programme Snapshot
Programme: SoulSpace Pilates Matwork & Reformer Combo Certification (400-hrs)
Pilates Matwork Qualifications: SoulSpace Level 3 Certificate in Pilates Foundations, SoulSpace Level 4 Certificate in Pilates Matwork Instruction, and YMCA Level 3 Diploma in Pilates Matwork Instruction
Pilates Reformer Qualifications: SoulSpace Level 3 Certificate in Pilates Foundations, SoulSpace Level 4 Certificate in Pilates Reformer Instruction, and YMCA Level 3 Diploma in Pilates Reformer Instruction
Accrediting Body: YMCA
Programme Length: 12-18 months
Format: Integrated online study, printed manuals, in-person training weekends, intensive Pilates Reformer workshops (maximum 2 people per Reformer machine), self-practice, and practical teaching development
Graduate Teacher Programme (GTP): following successful assessments, you are invited to participate in a further 6 months supported student teaching period. GTP includes Ebb&Flow studio access, in-person mentorship sessions and professional-onboarding while you complete practice hours, leading to your SoulSpace Pilates Matwork Level 4 certificate and YMCA Level 3 diploma.
Training Location: Ebb&Flow Barn, Petersfield
Teacher Trainers: Owen Hutchinson & Pippa Travers
Investment: £4950
Deposit: £750 required to confirm your place (non-refundable)
Payment Options: Flexible payment plans available
Next start date: 05 September 2026
View full list of workshop dates: Here
Ebb&Flow Membership: 6-months included, up to £549 value
Refreshments: a variety of wholesome snacks, herbal teas, and bean-to-cup coffee available on in-person training days
Equipment: A considered selection of Pilates equipment, including: ring, ball, roller, and resistance band, yours to keep
Student Experience: includes all the wider benefits and support outlined in the SoulSpace Student Experience
Pilates Matwork Training Timeline
In-person Training
(5-6 months)
Multiple workshops
Graduate Teacher Programme
(6 months)
mentorship, practice, observation, student teaching
GRADUATION
SoulSpace Level 4 Pilates Matwork Certification
YMCA Level 3 Pilates Matwork Diploma
Assessment
SoulSpace Level 3 Pilates Matwork Certification
(Qualified to begin teaching)
Pilates Reformer Training Timeline
Pilates Foundations
(*1.5 months)
Multiple workshops
Intensive Reformer Training
(2 weeks, 5-hour days)
Monday - Friday
Self Practice
(2-3 months)
GRADUATION
SoulSpace Level 4 Pilates Reformer Certification
YMCA Level 3 Pilates Reformer Diploma
Graduate Teacher Programme
(6 months)
mentorship, practice, observation, student teaching
Assessment
SoulSpace Level 3 Pilates Reformer Certification
(Qualified to begin teaching)
*Students pursing the SoulSpace Academy Pilates Matwork & Reformer Combo training programme will join the Reformer class in week 3, as the core Pilates Foundations will have already been covered during your Pilates Matwork programme.
Meet the Teachers
This Pilates Reformer training programme is led by Owen Hutchinson and Pippa Travers.
Training Guarantee
If you do not pass one or the other of your programme assessments, you may reenrol in the next available Pilates Matwork and/or Pilates Reformer training programmes at no further cost.
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