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 Certification
Qualifications:
- SoulSpace Level 3 Diploma in Pilates Matwork Instruction (Foundations of Pilates, Anatomy & Physiology, Classical Pilates, Contemporary Pilates, Teaching skills for groups and individuals, Health & Safety)
- SoulSpace Certificate 4 in Pilates Matwork Instruction (Injuries & Special Populations, Applied Intelligent Teaching Practices, Class Planning & Intelligent Cueing Mastery)
- YMCA Level 3 Diploma in Pilates Matwork Instruction (complete additional assessments to achieve YMCA accreditation)
- SoulSpace Level 3 Diploma in Pilates Reformer Instruction (Foundations of Pilates, Anatomy & Physiology, Classical Reformer, Contemporary Reformer, Teaching skills for groups and individuals, Health & Safety)
- SoulSpace Certificate 4 in Pilates Reformer Instruction (Injuries & Special Populations, Applied Intelligent Teaching Practices, Class Planning & Intelligent Cueing Mastery)
- YMCA Level 3 Diploma in Instructing Pilates Studio Reformer; Groups, One-to-One and Advanced Repertoire (complete additional assessments to achieve YMCA accreditation.)
Programme Length: 4 to 6 months of course attendance to achieve your first Matwork qualification to begin teaching professionally. a further 3 months to achieve your first Reformer qualification to begin teaching professionally. A further 6 months to 12 months of mentorship and Graduate Teacher Program while you complete Cert IV and YMCA requirements to achieve additional certificates.
Format: Integrated online study, seven printed manuals, six in-person training weekends (16 days) plus two weeks in person training, self-practice, and practical teaching development.
Mentorship & Graduate Teacher Programme (GTP): following a successful initial practical assessment, you are invited to participate in ongoing regular mentorship sessions and teach real classes at Ebb&Flow studios for real world experience.
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: 28 September 2026
View full list of workshop dates: Here
Ebb&Flow Membership: 12-months included, up to £1098 in 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
Initial Assessment
SoulSpace Level 3 Pilates Matwork Certification
(Qualified to begin teaching)
Mentorship & Graduate Teacher Programme
(6 months)
mentorship, practice, observation, student teaching
Completion of Further Qualifications
YMCA Level 3 Diploma in Pilates Matwork Instruction
SoulSpace Certificate 4 in Pilates Matwork Instruction
Pilates Reformer Training Timeline
Intensive Reformer Training
(2 weeks)
Monday - Friday
Self Practice
(3 months)
Inital Assessment
SoulSpace Level 3 Pilates Reformer Certification
(Qualified to begin teaching)
Mentorship & Graduate Teacher Programme
(6 months)
mentorship, practice, observation, student teaching
Completion of Further Qualifications
SoulSpace Certificate 4 in Pilates Reformer Instruction
YMCA Level 3 Diploma in Instructing Pilates Studio Reformer; Groups, One-to-One and Advanced Repertoire
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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