Pilates Teacher Training
A four-month Mat and Reformer training for dedicated Pilates students who want to become confident teachers — or simply deepen their own practice.
Designed for serious Pilates students
This isn't a generic fitness certification. It's a focused, hands-on training for people who already love Pilates and want to understand the method more deeply — whether your goal is to teach or to become a stronger, more informed practitioner.
For future teachers
Build the foundation to teach beginner Pilates classes with confidence, clarity, and care.
For enthusiasts
Deepen your understanding of the exercises, sequencing, springs, alignment, and the body.
For our community
Train locally in a small cohort with experienced teachers who know The Studio and its students.
Mat, Reformer, teaching skills, and real-world programming
You'll learn the fundamentals of Mat and Reformer Pilates, how to sequence beginner classes, how to use springs and equipment safely, and how to modify exercises for different bodies and common injuries.
- Mat Pilates fundamentals and teaching progressions
- Reformer Pilates repertoire and equipment setup
- Springs, straps, resistance, and safe transitions
- Class sequencing and beginner class design
- Cueing, observation, and hands-on teaching practice
- Anatomy and movement principles
- Modifications for injuries and different bodies
- Classical foundations with contemporary application
200-Hour Training Breakdown
The program combines classroom learning, observation, personal practice, teaching practice, and apprenticeship hours.
Non-classroom hours can be completed on your own schedule, typically within six months.
Four immersive weekends
Friday 5–9 pm · Saturday & Sunday 9–5 · 20 hours each weekend
Meet Kerri & Naomi
The people who teach you matter as much as the curriculum. You'll train closely with Kerri and Naomi through all four weekends and your apprenticeship hours.
Kerri Palmer
Kerri Palmer is a respected Pilates educator, studio owner, and mentor with more than 20 years of experience helping clients and instructors develop strength, confidence, and a deeper understanding of movement. Her journey into Pilates began while recovering from a tennis injury and managing scoliosis, giving her firsthand insight into the power of Pilates to transform lives.
Known for her ability to make complex concepts easy to understand, Kerri combines technical expertise with a supportive and encouraging teaching style. She has worked with clients of all ages and abilities and is passionate about helping future instructors build a strong foundation in movement, anatomy, and effective teaching.
As a teacher trainer, Kerri is committed to developing knowledgeable, confident, and compassionate Pilates professionals. Her decades of teaching and studio ownership provide students with both the practical skills and real-world experience needed to become successful, impactful instructors. Her dedication to excellence, mentorship, and lifelong learning makes her a trusted leader in the Pilates community.
Naomi Relnick
Looking for ways to heal injuries in the 1990s, Naomi discovered the disciplines of yoga, Pilates, and Gyrotonic at local studios in NYC. She received her initial Pilates training at the Kane School of Core Integration and was certified in the Gyrotonic Method by its creator, Juliu Horvath, in 1997. In 2004, she earned her yoga teacher certificate from Laughing Lotus Yoga Center.
Since then, she has dedicated over 20 years to teaching these modalities to help students feel strong, supple, and comfortable in their bodies. Naomi's teaching philosophy focuses on moving safely and efficiently, ensuring students understand the “why” behind each movement to gain a deeper understanding of their practice.
Throughout her career, she has worked with a diverse student base, ranging from professional athletes and dancers to individuals focused on injury recovery and prevention.
Why train with us
Small cohort
A limited group, so you get individual attention and meaningful feedback.
A boutique studio
The training takes place in our boutique, beautiful, and private studio space.
Mat + Reformer
Learn both formats together in one integrated program.
For every body
Years of teaching Pilates and other movement modalities, distilled into the most effective ways to teach a multitude of body types.
Classical + contemporary
Honor the original method while learning how Pilates is taught in modern studios.
A clear pathway
For those who want to teach, this builds the foundation to step into beginner classes.
What students say
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Frequently asked
Do I need to want to teach?
No. Some students join because they want to teach Pilates; others join to deepen their personal practice and understand the method more fully.
Do I need prior Pilates experience?
Yes. This program is intended for students who already have a solid foundation and are comfortable with Mat and Reformer work.
How many students are accepted?
The cohort is kept small to keep attention and feedback personal.
How much time will the program take outside the weekends?
Beyond the four training weekends, you'll complete observation, practice, practice-teaching, and apprenticeship hours on your own schedule — typically within about six months.
What will I be able to do when I finish?
Graduates receive a 200-hour certificate from The Studio Mill Valley and will have training in Mat, Reformer, sequencing, anatomy, modifications, observation, and hands-on teaching.
Request information
Have a question, or ready to apply? Send Kerri a note and she'll follow up with next steps and tuition details.
Email Kerri to request info