Align Pilates Teacher Training
Is Align Pilates a licensed private career school in the state of Minnesota?
Yes. The Align Pilates teacher Training Program is a licensed private career school in the state of Minnesota. All Pilates training programs in the state of Minnesota must be licensed.
Does Align Pilates meet the criteria of Pilates teacher training programs approved by The Pilates Method Alliance?
Yes. Align Pilates meets the criteria for Pilates teacher training schools that is put out by the PMA.
Will I be “recognized” as a Pilates teacher if I complete the Align Pilates Teacher Training Program?
Yes. Graduates will be recognized by the PMA as teachers who have graduated from an approved PMA school.
What is the PMA?
The Pilates Method Alliance (PMA) was formed in 2001 as a professional association for the Pilates community. It’s purpose was to provide an international organization to connect teachers, teacher trainers, studios and facilities dedicated to preserving and enhancing the legacy of Joseph H. Pilates by establishing standards, encouraging unity, and promoting professionalism. Today the PMA is both a professional association and certifying agency for Pilates teachers.
What Equipment and at what level will I be trained to teach upon graduation?
Students will be trained on all pieces of Pilates equipment; Mat, Reformer, Cadillac (trapeze table), Low Chair (wunda chair), ped –de-pul, and the barrel systems. Graduates will be able to teach all levels.
Will Align Pilates help with job placement upon graduation?
When we need teachers we hire directly from our program, however we do not officially offer job placement upon graduation. We are part of a network of local studios that come to us for trained teachers who need jobs.
What if I cannot finish the program in the time allotted?
Extension passes may be purchased for those who need more time to complete the requirements. Extension passes are $375/month.
What if I become pregnant during the program?
Students are required to complete as many hours that they can in the time allotted. Once the student is in their 8-9th month the student goes on hold. After the baby is born the student can then partake in the post pregnancy term. This is a 6- month term, the cost is $1800, and it includes 10 private lessons. Students are given all the same privileges as a regular trainee and they have 6 months to finish their final hours. Students have up to 12 month since the “hold” period to purchase the 6-month pregnancy term.
Can I enroll in the program if I hold a full time job?
Yes. A portion of the program is scheduled during evenings and weekends (except for symposium hours) to make it accessible for people with jobs and family’s. For the internship portion of the program student’s schedule their hours around their own personal schedule.
What if I move in the middle of the program? Can I finish the program out of state?
Yes. We have had students in the past move out of state in the middle of the program. If this happens we help you find a studio in your new location to complete your internship hours. Students must complete all classroom hours and exams at Align Pilates.