15/07/2026
Some personal thoughts...
I've been teaching Pilates for 15 years and studying movement for over 35.
Over that time I've met countless teachers, teacher trainers, training providers and approaches.
I'm naturally an introvert and I don't do much social media, so if you've never worked with me, you probably have no idea how I teach. Maybe that's my fault.
Lately though, I've seen so much made-up nonsense presented as fact that I felt the need to say something.
Great teachers can come from any training provider. Classical or contemporary—there isn't one school that's "the best".
The problem is that Pilates isn't centrally regulated.
Anyone can create a training course, and with the huge growth of Pilates, many new providers have appeared. Some promise to teach an entire piece of equipment in a single online weekend.
At the same time, more and more "Reformer Pilates" studios are opening.
But Pilates isn't a reformer.
The reformer is just one piece of the Pilates system.
As clients, it's hard to know the difference. Most people simply choose the closest studio or the one that fits their schedule.
You might end up with an excellent teacher who has spent hundreds of hours studying and practising.
Or you might not.
I am certainly not the best teacher around, and I am not claiming to know everything. But I care deeply about this profession, and I believe our clients deserve teachers who are knowledgeable, safe and committed to learning throughout their careers.
So if you're looking for a Pilates teacher, don't just compare prices or timetables.
Look up the teacher's qualifications. Research the training provider. Ask questions.
A few minutes of research can make all the difference between attending a class that isn't Pilates, and learning from someone who will help you move safely, confidently and for years to come.
