Six Foundational Principles
Concentration, control, centring, flow, precision, breathing.
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Online MAT Pilates Instructor Certification — six foundational principles, classical-to-contemporary repertoire, functional core and breathing.
Certification programme grounded in the six foundational principles of Pilates — combining classical and contemporary mat work with functional core and breathing.
Covers Pilates vs yoga, history and types (classical, MAT, reformer, contemporary), yoga-Pilates integration, plus Pilates and spine anatomy.
Includes modifications for common injuries and progressions from beginner to advanced.
Highlights
Concentration, control, centring, flow, precision, breathing.
True deep-core engagement and lateral thoracic breathing.
Hybrid class templates that blend both traditions.
Safe progressions and adaptations for common conditions.
Progress students from foundations through advanced repertoire.
Certification accepted by studios and gym chains.
Pilates vs yoga, history, types (classical, MAT, reformer, contemporary), yoga-Pilates integration, six principles.
Breathing patterns, respiratory mechanics, and core engagement.
Functional anatomy applied to Pilates cueing.
Alignment principles and modifications for common injuries.
30/45/60-minute templates for beginner to advanced groups.
Cueing, sequencing, and demonstration for online or studio.

Certification
Complete the MAT Pilates Certification Course successfully and receive a Bodhi School of Yoga certificate, accredited by Yoga Alliance. Use it to register with Yoga Alliance, advance your teaching career, or simply mark a meaningful milestone in your practice.
Issued by Bodhi School of Yoga · Yoga Alliance RYS · MAT Pilates Certification Course
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Bodhi School of Yoga is a Yoga Alliance Registered School (RYS-200, RYS-300, RPYT, RCYT). Hours from this course count toward your Yoga Alliance continuing education credits.
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