Regulated and Unregulated Pilates Instructor Training : Where Mbodies Training Academy Fits in
Introduction At Mbodies Training Academy, we specialise in providing high-quality Continuing Professional Development (CPD) for Pilates Instructors, advanced Fitness Instructors, and Medical Movement professionals. Our training is divided into two main categories: Pilates Apparatus disciplines (Reformer, Tower, Chair, Barrels) and Pilates Special Populations areas (e.g., Breast Cancer, Female Pelvic Health Dysfunction, Menopause, Osteoporosis). Many people ask how our training fits into the UK National Framework and who accredits it. This article provides and overview: Types of Pilates Teacher Training Qualifications In the UK, the landscape of Pilates teacher training is split between regulated and non-regulated programs. Regulated qualifications, certified by Ofqual-regulated bodies like Active IQ and YMCA Awards, cover only Matwork Pilates, created as a Level 3 National Standard in 2005. All other Pilates apparatus education remains unregulated. While regulated programs offe