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Mat CertificationPeak Pilates Mat Certification Program provides a solid foundation in the Classical Mat exercises, while delivering the tools necessary to progress individual clients and group classes safely and effectively in a health club or studio setting.

All levels teach the corresponding exercises, while layering in Building Blocks, Modifications and Exercise Guidelines designed to make you a more confident and effective teacher. Students are coached on how to effectively communicate and teach the exercises in a dynamic and impactful format. All levels encompass Peak Pilates' proprietary Five-Part Formula for Success, focusing on professional development and the skills that ensure confidence and mastery.

See the schedule for: Basic Mat | Intermediate Mat | Advanced Mat

Basic Mat Intermediate Mat Advanced Mat
Pre-requisites None

15 hours of Classical Mat classes are highly recommended
  1. Successful completion of Basic Mat course and submission of 30 Pre-Requisite hours to Peak:
    • 10 hours Observation
    • 10 hours Practice
    • 10 hours Teaching
      Note: A minimum of 2 months and a maximum of 6 months is required to complete the pre-requisite logged hours prior to the start date of the Intermediate Mat course.
  2. Copy of CPR/Current First Aid Certificate
  1. Intermediate Mat Certification
  2. Submission of 75 hours to Peak
    • 10 hours observation
    • 35 hours practice
    • 30 hours teaching
  3. CPR/First Aid Certificate

Course Contact Hours

Assessment Hours

16 hours (2 days)


No assessment
16 hours (2 days)


1/2 day assessment (4 hrs)
16 hours (2 days)


1/2 day assessment (4 hrs)
Certificate Awarded None
Certificate of Attendance
Intermediate
Mat Certification
Advanced
Mat Certification
Course Tuition*

* Prices Subject to Change
$350 $475 $525
Materials Required
Note: Upon Receipt of registration fee, materials will be shipped within 5-7 days. To expedite shipping, additional charge will apply.
Basic Mat Manual

Basic/Intermediate Mat DVD

Dynamic Basic Mat Workout DVD

Basic $140.45 (total)

The Pilates Primer: Joseph H. Pilates and William J. Miller
(Not included in price. Purchase separately at Amazon.com)

Intermediate Mat Manual

Intermediate $45.55

Anatomy of Movement (Available at Amazon)

Advanced Mat Manual

Advanced $45.55
Certification Requirements 100% Attendance 100% Attendance
Passing Score on all Assessments
‘Submission of all logged hours’
100% Attendance
Passing Score on all Assessments
‘Submission of all logged hours’
Independent Study Hours: Applicable if advancing to Intermediate Mat Certification    
Observation 10 hours 10 hours 0 hours
Personal Practice 10 hours 35 hours 25 hours
Teaching 10 hours 30 hours 25 hours
Total Independent Study 30 hours
75 hours 50 hours
Course Contact Hours 16 hours 16 hours 16 hours
Total Cumulative Hours 46 hours 137 hours 203 hours
Continuing Education Requirements: None. 16 CECs required every 2 years of a Peak approved course 16 CECs required every 2 years of a Peak approved course
The thing that makes Peak Pilates’ programs stand out above all others is that Peak has a strong, solid teaching methodology. Their systemic approach to delivering material sets all students up for success. It is simple, concise and awesome! Truly an educator's dream.”

                          Nancy Hurd Peak Pilates Teacher Trainer
                  Austin Pilates Barn Austin, Texas

Mat Certification
Approved DVD’s/Videos:
Mat Certification