Teacher Training
Union Pilates is proud to be the only designated Fletcher Pilates® Teacher Training education centre in British Columbia and one of two across Canada.
The Fletcher Pilates Program of Study is the most comprehensive and definitive international Pilates educational program of its kind. Our program derives from the physical conditioning method developed by Joseph and Clara Pilates in the 1920s and expands to include its evolution and ongoing interpretation by Pilates Master Ron Fletcher. The multi-dimensional Comprehensive Program is the only teacher-training program to be fully endorsed by Ron Fletcher.
Our Mission
In body, breath, mind and spirit we preserve the inspired evolution of Body Contrology, the work of Joseph and Clara Pilates, as articulated by our Master Teacher, Ron Fletcher. As he mentored and taught us, so we will teach and mentor others in the physical transformation that leads from strength to balance to grace.
Interested in becoming a Fletcher Pilates® Qualified teacher in Vancouver?
To maintain the quality and excellence of our program, we require prerequisite practice hours prior to entry. This ensures all students are properly prepared for their journey ahead. Prerequisite hours include 30 Private sessions with a Fletcher Pilates® Qualified Teacher and 30 hours of the Fletcher Pilates® Matwork Certification. To begin your journey to becoming a Fletcher Pilates® teacher, sign up for an Initial Private Lesson today.
Ready to dive into your Fletcher Pilates® Teacher Training?
The Fletcher Pilates® Comprehensive Program is designed to give participants a thorough understanding of the complete Fletcher lineage of the Pilates method and to instil an understanding of how to successfully and skillfully teach Fletcher Pilates®. The full range of Pilates apparatus is incorporated as well as signature Fletcher Pilates® techniques. Fletcher Pilates® Teacher Training consists of two main courses: The Fletcher Pilates® Matwork Program and The Fletcher Pilates® Comprehensive Program as well advanced continuing education Intensives.
The Fletcher Pilates® Matwork Program
The Fletcher Pilates approach to the classical Pilates Matwork is built from an in-depth focus on our Pilates Movement Principles and Fletcher Fundamentals™. Our Matwork Program is a hybrid in-person / online course where participants gain a thorough understanding of the complete Pilates Matwork syllabus as well as the purpose and therapeutic benefits of each exercise. Emphasis is placed on precise movement initiation and articulation, correct alignment, creative transitions, as well as movement modifications and progressions. This program focuses on developing an understanding, as well as creative approach to teaching Pilates Matwork sessions and classes to all skill levels. Upon successful completion of the Matwork Program, students receive a Matwork Teacher Certificate and are eligible to teach Fletcher Pilates® Matwork. The Matwork Program consists of 4 in-person classroom practicum sessions with additional online study, assignments, discussions and more.
The course totals 108 hours.
$1500 USD - Early bird pricing and payment plans available.
Students continuing into the Comprehensive Program must complete 30 practicum hours of the Matwork Program prior to entry.
The Fletcher Pilates® Comprehensive Program
The Comprehensive Program includes all Beginner and Intermediate repertoire on all Pilates apparatus including the Reformer, Cadillac, Chair, Ped-i-Pul, Spine Corrector, Matwork, Magic Circle, Hard Roller, as well as our signature Fletcher Pilates® techniques: Fletcher Percussive Breath, Fletcher Towelwork, Fletcher Barrework and Fletcher Floorwork. The program runs in-person at our Vancouver Fletcher Education Centre: Union Pilates. It consists of four, 5-day Classroom sessions with additional weekly practicum hours (10-15hrs per week).
The course totals 720 hours.
$6000USD - Payment plans available.
Upon successful completion of the Comprehensive Program, students receive a Qualified Fletcher Pilates® Teacher Certificate and are eligible to successfully and safely teach in studio, clinic, fitness and other settings with this internationally recognized designation. Our Advanced Intensive Continuing Education builds on knowledge from the Comprehensive Program to include all advanced repertoire with a focus on teaching to special populations. Upon successful completion of the Advanced Intensives, students receive a Professional Teacher Certificate and are eligible to teach the complete Fletcher Pilates syllabus. The entire Fletcher Pilates Syllabus totals over 1000 hours of training.
Already a teacher? Check out our Bridge Program.
Comprehensively trained Pilates teachers interested in studying the Fletcher Pilates® method and earning a Fletcher Pilates® Qualified Teacher Certificate may complete the Fletcher Pilates® Comprehensive Program as a Bridge student.
The Bridge process is ideal for students from other Pilates lineages and schools. Students that have completed a program that meets the approval criteria of the Pilates Method Alliance Registry of Schools are eligible to enrol as a Bridge student in our Matwork and Comprehensive Programs at a discounted rate. Bridge students must complete 10 private sessions prior to starting the Program.
Registration for the 2024/2025 Fletcher Pilates® Program of Study is now OPEN!
Vancouver Fletcher Pilates® Matwork Program Practicum Sessions:
Orientation - Friday October 25, 2024; 6pm
Session I - Saturday November 23, 2024 - 2pm-6pm
Session II - Saturday November 30, 2024 - 2pm-6pm
Session III - Saturday December 7, 2024 - 2pm-6pm
Session IV - Saturday December 14, 2024 - 2pm-6pm
Vancouver Fletcher Pilates® Comprehensive Program Classroom Sessions:
Orientation - January 17, 2025
February 12-16, 2025
April 2-6, 2025
June 4-8, 2025
August 6-10, 2025
