Real Pilates Teacher Training
Real Pilates Teacher Training
We’re thrilled to announce our first-ever Classical Teacher Training Cycle, launching Winter 2026 at Era Pilates.
The Real Pilates Teacher Training Program® is one of the most prestigious certifications in the Pilates world—renowned for its academic rigor, lineage-based instruction, and comprehensive curriculum. Become a third generation Classical Pilates Instructor today.
Era Pilates in Indianapolis is proud to serve as an official Host Studio for Real Pilates NYC, bringing world-class Classical education to Indiana. As a Real Pilates apprentice, you’ll be mentored by Master Instructor Trainers with a direct lineage to Joseph Pilates—based in New York and Indianapolis . This ensures your education reflects the authentic depth, rhythm, and system of Classical Pilates.
Seminar Dates – Winter 2026 Cycle
Beginner System: February 20–23, 2026
Intermediate 1 System: March 27–29, 2026
Intermediate 2 System: May 29-31, 2026
Advanced System: July 10-13, 2026
Program Requirements
In addition to the seminars, all apprentices must complete a mandatory training package of 60 sessions (approximately two per week over 30 weeks).
These sessions include Privates and Semi-Privates, all of which will be held at Era Pilates in Indianapolis.
Tuition and Payment Options
Primary Trainee Tuition: $5,750 + mandatory training package
Bridge Trainee Tuition: $4,500 + mandatory training package
Mandatory Training Package: $3,100 for 60 sessions over 30 weeks
Tuition is paid in four installments, each due just before its corresponding seminar.
Training packages offer flexible payment options—installments or lump sum based on your preference.
Important Location Information!
The Indianapolis cohort will travel to Louisville for these weekends—an incredible opportunity to learn not only from Mary but also from Pilates Fit Studio, led by Erica Walters and her team, plus lead trainers traveling from NYC.
To ensure every apprentice receives focused mentorship, this inaugural cycle is limited to three student teachers.
What You’ll Gain
Through over 600 hours of immersive Classical Pilates education, the Real Pilates® Teacher Training Program offers a transformative experience that blends tradition with modern teaching excellence. You’ll receive personalized mentorship and hands-on guidance from experienced, lineage-based instructors while training on authentic Classical apparatus — the same equipment Joseph Pilates designed. The program combines in-depth study, practical application, and individualized support to help you master the entire Classical system from beginner through advanced levels. With a structured, proven pathway, you’ll graduate confident, skilled, and ready to teach at the highest standard of the Pilates method.
Preserving the Pilates Legacy
In Classical Pilates, lineage matters. It connects today’s instructors to the original teachings of Joseph H. Pilates, preserving the precision, philosophy, and integrity of his method.
After Joseph’s passing, his protégé Romana Kryzanowska carried on his work and later mentored Alycea Ungaro, who now continues that legacy through the Real Pilates® Teacher Training Program.
At Era Pilates in Indianapolis, we’re proud to host this program—the only Classical training of its kind in Indiana. More than a certification, it’s an opportunity to join a living tradition of mastery, mentorship, and authenticity.