BCRPA Pilates Fitness Teacher Training Course

Fall 2025 BCRPA  Pilates Fitness Teacher Training  

Sept 25th to Oct 26th 2025

Thursdays Sept 25th and Oct 9th  - 5pm to 9pm on Zoom for all

Sundays Sept 28th, October 5th, 19th and 26th   9:30am to 5:00pm 

Location: In-Person TBD or Zoom

Investment:  $699+ GST.  Early Bird $669+GST before Aug 25th 2025

Save your seat with a $300 deposit with balance and GST due August 25th 

Registration Includes our newly updated 2024 Workbook,  Three Lela D Mat Classes, 40 BCRPA CECs that can be used over 2 years for BCRPA renewals and special pricing for registered students for the Movement Anatomy Review workshop (dates TBD)

This first level practical Teacher Training course is designed specifically for instructors with some fitness teaching experience and personal Pilates practice experience that wish to teach group Pilates Mat classes or incorporate Pilates movements into their existing classes or training sessions. 

BCRPA approved and accredited, this course balances exercise design and anatomy learned in Fitness Theory ( Learn More ) with the Pilates Theories, Principles and History that will enable the student to discover the genius and the benefits of the Pilates method. 

Focusing on the fundamental movements, the student will learn the primary intention of each Pilates fundamental exercise, develop the skills to cue effectively while discovering the brilliance of the Pilates Mat sequencing. 

Through practice the student will develop the skills to demonstrate each Pilates exercise, learn the breath patterns and  how to verbally and visually cue to modify or progress each movement to conduct a safe and effective beginner to intermediate Pilates fitness class. 

Exercise science, training principles and anatomy is reviewed and related to the Pilates method.

Upon course completion, the student is required to complete 8 hours of  practicum teaching with a mentor* and pass the Instructor evaluation (ICE) for certification as a BCRPA Pilates Fitness Instructor. (*see below)

100% attendance and participation as well as a minimum of 4 Pilates Mat class observations is required for course completion. 

Registration also includes:  The ability to use one Lela D zoom class toward the four required class observations.  

The option to attend the Movement Anatomy Review Worksop at a teacher trainee  discounted price of $49+gst. (Regular $89)

No refunds 31 days before course start date.  * See FAQ on refund policy.

Recommended reading:  

Return to Life Though Contrology by Joseph Pilates   

Pilates Anatomy by Karen Klippinger & Rael Isacowitz

Pilates Body in Motion or The Pilates Promise by Alicia Ungaro

The Pilates Body by Brook Siler

Lela D Pilates offers Private Teacher Training instruction to individuals. Call or email for details.

Lela D Pilates will come to your studio or centre any where in BC via Zoom or in person to train your instructors in Pilates Fitness or present workshops for CECs.  Call or email for details

Upon completion of the Pilates Fitness teacher training course you will need to complete a minimum of eight (8) practicum hours before your ICE evaluation. 

The goal of the practicum mentoring is to help you become a stronger, more confident Pilates Fitness Instructor.  

It is recommended that you complete all eight practicum hours with a qualified Pilates Fitness leader,  however,  when a qualified Pilates FL is not easily available,  four practicum hours may be under the supervision of a BCRPA  Group FL.   

Practicum Kick Start  

In-person and Zoom options available

Dates TBD

This unique opportunity has been designed to provide practicum teaching experience in-person or on-line to a cohort of new instructors that may not have a mentor to work with.

The trainee will teach four classes to real participants under the supervision  and mentorship of Lela Dawson, BCRPA TFL.   Each trainee will be provided individual feedback & encouragement after each class to assist in their Pilates teaching development. The Practicum Kickstart will provide 4 Practicum hours to the trainee.

A cohort of 3-4 trainees is required. 

Lela D Pilates Teacher Trainees ~$89 + GST | Non Lela D Trainees ~$139 + GST                                                   

One to one Practicum Mentoring  

If you already have a Pilates mentor,  great!  If not, Lela D Pilates offers several one to one practicum options that will provide you with feedback and encouragement after each practice class. 

Lela will match you up with a senior Pilates Fitness teacher or she will work one on one with you as your mentor.

Contact us for pricing on the various one to one practicum mentoring options.

Offered via Zoom or in person.

Pilates Fitness ICE  $95 - $110* + GST

Group Fitness ICE  $80- $95* + GST

*Additional cost plus travel & parking fees for in person ICE's

Pilates Instructor Community Chat Series. 

FREE for Pilates Fitness instructors.

March 27th, April 15th & May 22nd 2025

See workshop page for more info

Private Pilates Lessons can be tailored to enhance your development as a Pilates teacher.  Perhaps you are curious about the Reformer and would like to experience it and other Pilates apparatus. Maybe you would like to develop a deeper understanding of the entire Pilates System and how each modality links together and back to the mat.  Contact us today to book your special Lela D trainee pricing on your first package of 5 private lessons for just $275 + GST

The Pilates Mat Tutoring  Workshop is a private one on one workshop perfect for students that have completed the Teacher Training course but would like to work on specific skills. It is also appropriate for the busy instructors that would like to attend a workshop within their schedule on a topic that is relevant to their development skills.

The Pilates Mat Tutoring Workshop is offered at $320 + GST and provides 5 BCRPA CECs.  

Contact Lela directly to schedule your preferred time.