Our iconic 400-hour Reformer Pilates Certification is now available in person or online as a pre-recorded, self-serve training for those ready to master teaching Pilates from the ground up.
400 HOUR REFORMER | ANATOMY | MAT CERTIFICATION
2025 December enrollment is open!
★★★★★ Rated Certification
REFORMER PILATES & ANATOMY
The Pilates Reformer helps you build strength, tone, and flow. Our NYP training shows you how to teach it in a fun, safe, and smart way. You’ll learn how to make moves easier or harder so every student feels good and confident. This is where you become the instructor everyone wants to take class with.
16 Modules | 24 lessons | 400 hours | 10 assignments
Welcome to your Reformer journey. Here we get you ready to succeed. You’ll learn the New York Pilates style, see your lesson plan, grab your tools, and understand how the training works. It’s the perfect place to start.
Meet Heather & the team.
Get setup for success with learning tools that help you on your journey.
Learn the Method behind the success. learn the tricks & tools to help every student thrive.
This anatomy module teaches you the basics of the body. You’ll learn about bones, muscles, movement terms, the planes we move in, and key words you’ll use in class. We also look at the core, breathing, and the bones in your hips, legs, and upper body.
Master class design and teaching skills you can use right away.
Master class design and teaching skills you can use right away.
Graduate with real practice hours and a Reformer Pilates Certification.
This module is where the real fun begins. You’ll learn all 32 Classical Pilates mat exercises, one by one, and understand how they build strength, control, and rhythm. We show you how to teach each move so your classes feel smooth, powerful, and easy to follow.
Fast, focused lessons that fit into your life and create career impact.
Master class design and teaching skills you can use right away.
Master class design and teaching skills you can use right away.
Graduate with real practice hours and a Reformer Pilates Certification.
This module teaches you 30 contemporary mat Pilates moves from the NYP perspective. You’ll learn how each exercise builds core strength, tone, and control, and how to cue and sequence them to create energizing, modern Pilates classes.
Fast, focused lessons that fit into your life and create career impact.
Master class design and teaching skills you can use right away.
Master class design and teaching skills you can use right away.
Graduate with real practice hours and a Reformer Pilates Certification.
This advanced anatomy module teaches you about the spine, real conditions you’ll see in class, and how to modify each move. You’ll learn to make your Mat Pilates classes inclusive, safe, and strong for every body.
Fast, focused lessons that fit into your life and create career impact.
Master class design and teaching skills you can use right away.
Master class design and teaching skills you can use right away.
Graduate with real practice hours and a Reformer Pilates Certification.
This module teaches you all three mat levels, beginner, intermediate, and advanced. You’ll learn why each level matters, how to level up your flow, and how to build your own strong, fun, effective Pilates classes your students will love.
Fast, focused lessons that fit into your life and create career impact.
Master class design and teaching skills you can use right away.
Master class design and teaching skills you can use right away.
Graduate with real practice hours and a Reformer Pilates Certification.
Here, you’ll train in visual, verbal, and touch cueing. We also walk you through a full touch demo so you learn how to correct form gently and clearly, keeping every student in their strongest and safest alignment.
Fast, focused lessons that fit into your life and create career impact.
Master class design and teaching skills you can use right away.
Master class design and teaching skills you can use right away.
Graduate with real practice hours and a Reformer Pilates Certification.
In this Professional Skills module, you’ll learn how to trust yourself as a new instructor, take care of your energy, and use grounding meditations. These skills keep you present, calm, and confident as you grow in your teaching path.
Fast, focused lessons that fit into your life and create career impact.
Master class design and teaching skills you can use right away.
Master class design and teaching skills you can use right away.
Graduate with real practice hours and a Reformer Pilates Certification.
Your test-out has two steps: a written test with instant results and a video test with a real student. You’ll get clear, detailed feedback on your teaching, giving you huge growth and confidence as you enter the professional world.
Fast, focused lessons that fit into your life and create career impact.
Master class design and teaching skills you can use right away.
Master class design and teaching skills you can use right away.
Graduate with real practice hours and a Reformer Pilates Certification.
In the Reformer Orientation, we walk through the program steps, the equipment you’ll use, a bit of Reformer history, and how your studio practice hours work. You’ll also learn in-studio etiquette so you feel ready, confident, and totally at home.
Fast, focused lessons that fit into your life and create career impact.
Master class design and teaching skills you can use right away.
Master class design and teaching skills you can use right away.
Graduate with real practice hours and a Reformer Pilates Certification.
In this Reformer Choreography module, you’ll dive into the core of your training. You’ll learn 65 Reformer Pilates exercises, plus how to modify, advance, and cue each one. This is where you build the tools to lead strong, smooth, exciting classes.
Fast, focused lessons that fit into your life and create career impact.
Master class design and teaching skills you can use right away.
Master class design and teaching skills you can use right away.
Graduate with real practice hours and a Reformer Pilates Certification.
In Reformer Anatomy and Conditions, you’ll study advanced anatomy and the common issues students bring to class. We teach you how to recognize them and how to modify exercises so you can confidently guide every student who walks through the door.
Fast, focused lessons that fit into your life and create career impact.
Master class design and teaching skills you can use right away.
Master class design and teaching skills you can use right away.
Graduate with real practice hours and a Reformer Pilates Certification.
Here, you’ll train in the full NYP cueing method, verbal, visual, and touch. We show you how to use all your senses to help students get into their strongest, safest form and feel amazing in every class.
Fast, focused lessons that fit into your life and create career impact.
Master class design and teaching skills you can use right away.
Master class design and teaching skills you can use right away.
Graduate with real practice hours and a Reformer Pilates Certification.
In Reformer Programming, we teach you how to create beginner, intermediate, and advanced classes, plus how to plan strong group classes and personalized private sessions. You’ll get sample programs that make starting your career easy, clear, and exciting.
Fast, focused lessons that fit into your life and create career impact.
Master class design and teaching skills you can use right away.
Master class design and teaching skills you can use right away.
Graduate with real practice hours and a Reformer Pilates Certification.
In Professional Skills, we teach you how to protect your energy, strengthen your voice, and build real community with your students. These professional tools help you show up grounded, confident, and ready to lead classes people truly love.
Fast, focused lessons that fit into your life and create career impact.
Master class design and teaching skills you can use right away.
Master class design and teaching skills you can use right away.
Graduate with real practice hours and a Reformer Pilates Certification.
In your Reformer Testout, you’ll take a written exam and then teach a real student in a video test. You’ll guide them through a full Reformer flow and get detailed notes on your teaching. This feedback helps you level up fast and feel strong and ready as a new instructor.
Fast, focused lessons that fit into your life and create career impact.
Master class design and teaching skills you can use right away.
Master class design and teaching skills you can use right away.
Graduate with real practice hours and a Reformer Pilates Certification.
Founder, New York Pilates Certified Pilates Instructor of 20 years
“I designed a training program that makes becoming a Pilates teacher fun, inspiring, and exciting. After teaching for nearly 20 years, I know exactly what it takes to help you grow from student to confident instructor. This certification blends the joy of movement, the science of anatomy, and the art of teaching — so you not only get certified, but also feel empowered to lead classes, build a career, and love the journey along the way.”
— Heather Andersen, Founder & Owner of New York Pilates
Study online at your own pace, practice in our iconic New York and Hamptons studios, and graduate with a certification that lasts for life. With world-class mentors and a community that’s got your back, you’ll be ready to teach anywhere with confidence.
Same world-class curriculum—pick the access that fits your life.
All‑Digital Access
Studio Access + Workshops
All‑Digital Access
12 auto‑charged monthly payments.
Studio Access + Workshops
12 auto‑charged monthly payments.
Master class design and teaching skills you can use right away.
Master class design and teaching skills you can use right away.
Graduate with real practice hours and a Reformer Pilates Certification.
Everything you need to know about our Reformer Pilated Certification
Anytime! The studying is 100% on-demand, so you can jump in whenever you’re ready. If you are doing online + in-studio then you can begin studying online right away and prepare for you first workshops.
Nope — you don’t need years of classes under your belt. Experience helps, but we start from the ground up. A passion for movement is the only prerequisite.
Anyone with a love for Pilates! No dance background or acrobatics required. If you’re curious, committed, and ready to move, you can do this.
Most people finish in 6–12 months, but you can go faster (3 months) or slower (up to 1 year). The pace is yours to set.
Not necessarily. If you’re starting with Reformer, you’ll just take our bridge course so you’re on par with mat grads.
You can specialize in Reformer, or go comprehensive (Mat, Reformer, Cadillac, Chair). Going broad = more job options.
We’ve made it easy (and fun):
100 hours of self-practice with your NYP WORLD subscription
50 hours teaching peers in the program
50 hours teaching friends, family, or Zoom buddies
By the end, you’ll be teaching with confidence.
Yes! Many students start with practice classes or assist at studios during training. It’s a great way to build experience and confidence.
Yes — it’s widely respected. That said, check your local studio or country requirements, since some regions have their own rules.
Our program was designed by Heather Andersen, NYP founder and Pilates legend, alongside a crew of master trainers. You’re learning from the best.
After workshops and 200 hours of training, you’ll take a two-part test:
Written anatomy exam
Live teaching demo
Best part? If you don’t pass the first time, you can retest for free.
Depends on your market and schedule. Some instructors teach part-time for fun, others go full-time and build six-figure businesses. We’ll share insights and benchmarks so you can plan your path.
Nope — once you’re certified with New York Pilates, you’re certified for life. 🎉 Unlike other programs that make you renew or pay extra fees, our certification never expires. One and done, forever.
Study online at your own pace, practice in our iconic New York and Hamptons studios, and graduate with a certification that lasts for life. With world-class mentors and a community that’s got your back, you’ll be ready to teach anywhere with confidence.
