Why teach Pilates?

• 💚 A well-being profession: helping others reconnect with their bodies
• 📈 A growing demand: seniors, athletes, pregnant women, etc.
• 🌍 A universal discipline: teachable anywhere in the world

Do you need a diploma to teach Pilates?

In France, the profession is not regulated, but certain certifications (such as the RNCP ) provide official recognition. To teach in a classroom, a professional card is often required.

• 🎓 RNCP Certification: recognized by the State
• 💼 Professional card: required to teach in a gym
• 🏠 Independent coach: available online or at home

Which training courses should I choose?

• Pilates Matwork: the basics, on mats with accessories
• Reformer Pilates: specializing in studio machines

Duration: from a few weeks to several months — depending on the intensity.
Cost: between €1,000 and €5,000 (CPF eligible in certain cases).

Where to train?

• 🏫 Body & Flow
• 🏫 Leaderfit
• 🏫 FPMP (Federation of Pilates Method Professionals)

Essential skills

• 🧍♂️ Anatomy: understanding the body to better guide
• 🗣️ Teaching: knowing how to correct and explain with kindness
• ⚖️ Posture & exemplary: embody what you teach
• 🔁 Adaptability: adjust to levels and pathologies

Possible specializations

• 🤰 Prenatal Pilates
• 👵 Senior Pilates
• 🏃 Pilates for sports or rehabilitation

How much does a Pilates teacher earn?

• 🏠 Independently: +50 €/session at home or online
• 🏋️♀️ In the dining room: between €20 and €40 / hour
• 👥 Group lessons: increased profitability

Concrete steps to get started

• ✅ Choose a training course
• ✅ Complete a practical internship
• ✅ Obtain your professional card
• ✅ Choose your status (self-employed, company, etc.)

A passionate profession open to all

Becoming a Pilates instructor means combining well-being, freedom, and sharing your knowledge. No matter your background, this career is open to all motivated individuals.