Pilates Teacher Certification At NEXA

Starting January 2026!

Join our 600-Hour Comprehensive Pilates Teacher Training at Nexa Studios, NYC
This is a 4-weekend intensive designed to take you from fundamentals to mastery.
Whether your goal is to teach professionally or to deepen your personal practice, this program gives you the complete foundation in the Pilates Method, what Joseph Pilates called Contrology.

We are an in-studio program, you'll learn live, from the top trainers in our school. You will get hands-on, real time guidance every step of the way.

Program Outline & Dates

Weekend One – Beginner System | January 9 - January 11, 2026
Build your base. Learn the principles of Contrology, the complete beginner repertoire across all Pilates apparatus. Learn basic teaching skills and how to confidently introduce new students to the method.

Weekend Two – Intermediate System | February 20 - February 22, 2026
Further your knowledge with the intermediate Pilates system, refine your teaching techniques including use of verbal cueing, hands on guidance and demonstration. Master beginner to intermediate level progressions that will continue to challenge your students.

Weekend Three – Advanced System | April 3 - April 5, 2026
Push the limits. Explore the advanced system, deepen your technical precision, and learn how to lead seasoned practitioners with clarity and flow.

Weekend Four – Anatomy & Special Cases | May 8 - May 10, 2026
Gain practical knowledge of skeletal and muscular anatomy in motion and how it relates to the Pilates method. Learn how to cater the Pilates system for special populations, injury prevention and ultimately adapt the Pilates method to fit any body.

You MUST be available for all 4 weekends to complete the program!

A total of 600 hours are spent in the studio, on the intensive weekends, observation hours, self study, practice teaching and both written and practical exams.
Upon completion, you’ll graduate with a comprehensive certification — ready to teach with confidence, depth, and authenticity.

Whether you aspire to build a professional career in Pilates or simply enrich your personal practice, this program offers an opportunity to learn, practice, and embody the Pilates original method or Contrology at the highest standard.