Balanced Body® Pilates Instructor Training
The Balanced Body® Pilates program combines classical Pilates repertoire with contemporary, science-based movement principles to provide a comprehensive and internationally respected education. Our curriculum follows established U.S. industry standards and prepares students for the Pilates Method Alliance (PMA) exam, a globally recognised credential widely valued across the international Pilates community.
Balanced Body Pilates Instructor Training was first introduced to Singapore by our Movement Educators Audrey D’cotta and Jacqueline Lee, who bring over 40 years of combined teaching experience to the region. As pioneers in Singapore’s Pilates education landscape, they are committed to upholding the highest standards of professionalism, skill, and mentorship.
Their deep expertise, dedication to both movement and teaching methods, and passion for developing confident, thoughtful instructors ensure that every student receives a rigorous, supportive, and world-class Pilates education. Whether you are beginning your teaching journey or advancing your professional skills, our training provides the foundation, guidance, and community you need to grow.
Prerequisite Course
Balanced Body® Movement Principles™
Duration: 3 Days (16 Hours)
Dates: 6 to 8 Mar 2026
Break: NA
Time: 12:30pm to 6:45pm
Venue: AM Studio
This course is a prerequisite for all trainings.
Required Course
Anatomy in Three Dimensions™
Duration: 16 Hours
Dates: Contact Us
Break: NA
Time: TBA
Venue: AM Studio
This course is required for all reformer and comprehensive trainings.
Mat Instructor Training
Total hours for completion: 134 hours (Excluding Anatomy course).
Upon completion of all of the requirements, a certificate of completion as a Balanced Body Pilates Mat Instructor will be issued.
Prerequisites:
- 10 Pilates Mat Classes or 6 Sessions of course preparation Group Class by Authentic Movement Education
- Balanced Body® Movement Principles™ (16 hours)
Balanced Body Mat 1
Duration: 3 Days (16 Hours)
Dates: 21 to 23 Aug 2026
Break: NA
Time: 12:30pm to 6:45pm
Venue: AM Studio
See above Prerequisites.
Balanced Body Mat 2
Duration: 3 Days (16 Hours)
Dates: 18 to 20 Sep 2026
Break: NA
Time: 12:30pm to 6:45pm
Venue: AM Studio
Prerequisites: Balanced Body Mat 1
Balanced Body Mat 3
Duration: 3 Days (16 Hours)
Dates: 30 Oct to 1 Nov 2026
Break: NA
Time: 12:30pm to 6:45pm
Venue: AM Studio
Prerequisites: Balanced Body Mat 2
Requirements for Completion
- 20 Mat self-practice sessions
- 15 observation hours
- 35 student teaching hours
- Anatomy in Three Dimensions™
(Optional but strongly recommended)
Must be completed prior to final exam.
Final Written & Practical Exam
Required to complete the Final Written & Practical Exam within 12 months of the final module.
Contact us to schedule the Exam.
Reformer Instructor Training
Total hours for completion: 214 hours (Excluding Anatomy course)
Upon completion of all of the requirements, a certificate of completion as a Balanced Body Pilates Reformer Instructor will be issued.
Note: Instead of taking the Mat and Reformer Training Exam separately, students can choose to take one exam for both programs together for the Mat & Reformer Instructor Certification.
Prerequisites:
- 20 Reformer Classes
- Balanced Body® Movement Principles™ (16 hours)
Balanced Body Reformer 1
Duration: 3 Days (16 Hours)
Dates: 17 to 19 Apr 2026
Break: NA
Time: 12:30pm to 6:30pm
Venue: AM Studio
See above Prerequisites.
Balanced Body Reformer 2
Duration: 3 Days (16 hours)
Dates: 16 to 18 May 2026
Break: NA
Time: 12:30pm to 6:30pm
Venue: AM Studio
Prerequisites: Balanced Body Reformer 1
Balanced Body Reformer 3
Duration: 3 Days (16 Hours)
Dates: 3 to 5 Jul 2026
Break: NA
Time: TBC
Venue: AM Studio
Prerequisites: Balanced Body Reformer 2
Requirements for Completion
- 30 Reformer self-practice sessions
- 30 observation hours
- 90 student teaching hours
- Anatomy in Three Dimensions™
Must be completed prior to final exam.
Final Written & Practical Exam
Required to complete the Final Written & Practical Exam within 18 months of the final module.
Contact us to schedule the Exam.
Comprehensive Instructor Training
Total hours for completion: 520 hours (not including anatomy)
Upon completion of all of the requirements, a Certificate of Completion as a Balanced Body Comprehensive Pilates Instructor will be issued.
Prerequisites:
- 20 Pilates Studio Sessions (recommended)
- Balanced Body Mat Instructor Training or equivalent
- Balanced Body Reformer Instructor Training
Balanced Body Apparatus 1
Duration: 16 Hours
Dates: Contact Us
Break: NA
Time: TBA
Venue: AM Studio
See above Prerequisites.
Balanced Body Apparatus 2
Duration: 16 Hours
Dates: Contact Us
Break: NA
Time: TBA
Venue: AM Studio
Prerequisites: Balanced Body Apparatus 1
Balanced Body Apparatus 3
Duration: 16 Hours
Dates: Contact Us
Break: NA
Time: TBA
Venue: AM Studio
Prerequisites: Balanced Body Apparatus 2
Requirements for Completion
Mat practical hours (70 hours total)
- Reformer practical hours (150 hours total)
Apparatus practical hours (150 hours total)
35 Apparatus self-practice sessions
20 observation hours
- 95 student teaching hours
- Anatomy in Three Dimensions™
Must be completed prior to final exam.
Final Written & Practical Exam
Required to complete the Final Written & Practical Exam within 18 months of the final module.
Contact us to schedule the Exam.
CoreAlign® Instructor Training
Coming Soon
Learn the CoreAlign and its versatility in strengthening, stretching, conditioning and functional movement in clients of all abilities
These courses teach movement professionals including Pilates instructors, physical therapists, and athletic trainers the CoreAlign method for musculoskeletal rehabilitation, performance enhancement and functional performance in everyday life.
Balanced Body Bridge Program
Our Balanced Body Pilates Bridge program was created for students who have either started Pilates teacher training with another organisation and want to transfer to Balanced Body, or who have completed a Pilates training and are interested in being certified as a Balanced Body Pilates Instructor.
Bridging Procedure:
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- Download the Bridging Program Application.
- Submit all the required documents to studio@authenticmovement.com.sg
- We will inform you once your application has been approved. *Average waiting time: 1 month
- Sign up for any courses needed to fulfill.
- Application fee: USD 150
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