APPLIED LEARNING. PROVEN SUCCESS.
Join us at the Studio for hands-on learning, real-time feedback, and the opportunity to connect with our expert Instructors and like-minded peers. You will also enjoy complimentary practice teaching sessions to build confidence and refine Your skills.
JULY/AUG 2025
WEEK 1
FACE-TO-FACE SESSIONS
Friday 25 July 5-8pm, Saturday 26 July & Sunday 27 July
10am-6pm
WEEK 2
PRACTICAL TEACHER TRAINING SESSION
Not compulsory but highly recommended:
Wednesday 30 July
5-8pm
FACE-TO-FACE SESSIONS
Friday 1 August 5-8pm, Saturday 2 August & Sunday 3 August
10am-6pm
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Online Anatomy Foundations Course taught by a Physiotherapist
The history of Pilates and Pilates principles
Extensive Mat Pilates repertoire – learn over 100 exercises, blending classical Mat Pilates with contemporary variations for a well-rounded approach
All exercises are covered in the in-person sessions and online library
Targeted muscles, effective cueing, layering, variations, progressions & regressions
How and when to use weights, the Pilates ball and band
Identifying and correcting common technique mistakes
Modifications for common injuries and pre/postnatal clients
Stretching exercises
How to plan safe, challenging, and flowing classes
Client interaction, alignment, transitions, music, and class energy
Cueing types with live examples and practice opportunities
Building class plans with real-time feedback
Example classes to observe, practice, and teach
Complimentary Practice Teaching Sessions to refine your skills
Access to online resources and videos for 12 months
Nationally accredited certification upon completion
Ongoing mentorship and support from your instructors
CURRICULUM
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COURSE ACCREDITATION
Our in-person and online Mat Pilates Instructor Courses have been internationally accredited by ISSA (International Sports Sciences Association) with the maximum 20 Continuing Education Units (CEUs).
This accreditation ensures that our Courses meet the highest standards in the industry.
It means that You will be globally recognized as a qualified, knowledgeable and skilled Mat Pilates Instructor, fully prepared to teach safely and effectively – ANYWHERE in the world.
WHAT DO I HAVE TO COMPLETE
Participants have to complete the following:
Online Anatomy Foundations
Online Mat Pilates Course
In-person Mat Pilates Course.
Participants have to complete 50 self-development hours:
20 observation hours
20 participation hours
10 practice teaching hours – practice teaching sessions are available at the Studio.
You can start logging in the above hours as soon as you have registered. The hours are to be completed up to 6 weeks after the face-to-face Course.
Participants are required to pass the following assessments:
Online Anatomy Foundations theoretical assessment
Online Mat Pilates theoretical assessment
Mat Pilates practical assessments: a written class plan and a face-to-face teaching skills assessment on the last day of the in-person Course.
MEET YOUR TRAINERS
OLI NOVAKOVIC
As a dedicated Pilates enthusiast and Addicted to Pilates Studio & Academy Founder, I am passionate about creating an environment where movement intertwines with enjoyment. With a school teaching background, an MBA degree and many years of instructing Mat, Reformer and Barre, I am thrilled to share my love for Pilates by equipping aspiring Instructors with the knowledge, skills and confidence to lead classes that are “highly dynamic and effective, always sprinkled with fun” as described by our Members.
MISSII BEKO
As a Classical Pilates Instructor for over seven years, I’ve refined my expertise in technique and alignment, which blends seamlessly with a more dynamic and contemporary approach to our Instructor Courses. With over a decade of teaching experience, including pole dancing, I’ve seen first-hand how Pilates builds strength, flexibility, and confidence. My energy, humour, and passion for movement shape my teaching style, and I love guiding Instructors to teach with technical excellence and fun.
DEB JOUKHADAR
I am Deb, Your dedicated Instructor Trainer with over 10 years of experience in group exercise. If You have ever attended one of my classes, You know they are not just about getting a good workout – they are about feeling energised, challenged and empowered. With my extensive background in instructing and deep knowledge of fitness, I am here to guide You through the intricacies of Reformer, Barre and Mat Pilates training, helping You become the confident Instructor You aspire to be.
SELIM VANLIOGLU
As a qualified Physiotherapist, I thrive on empowering individuals to unlock their full movement potential. I have immersed myself in various sports as well as Reformer Pilates at Addicted to Pilates, which has given me invaluable insights that I now bring to the Anatomy Foundations Course. I provide Students with comprehensive and practical knowledge that goes beyond textbooks. This Course is not just about learning – it is about gaining a deep understanding that will serve You throughout Your Pilates career and beyond.
