100 HOUR MAT PILATES CERTIFICATION CURRICULUM OVERVIEW
The 100 Hour MNT Mat Pilates Instructor Certification goes beyond choreography. It’s an immersive education in Athletic Pilates that builds intelligent movement, strong leadership, and embodied confidence. Through a blend of anatomy, technique, and real teaching experience, you’ll learn to lead purposeful Mat classes that meet every body where it is and help clients move smarter, feel stronger, and connect more deeply to their practice.
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WHAT TO EXPECT
Weekend 1: Essential Anatomy & Movement Principles + Pilates Fundamentals
Your first weekend begins by exploring Joseph Pilates’ original Mat repertoire, the foundation from which all modern Pilates evolved. You’ll study his classical exercises, understanding their purpose, structure, and intended benefits, while learning how the MNT Method thoughtfully evolves this approach to reflect today’s knowledge of exercise science, biomechanics, and a more dynamic, athletic style of Pilates.
Alongside this historical grounding, we’ll introduce key concepts in functional anatomy and movement principles, giving you the tools to see how the body moves from the inside out. You’ll learn to teach with a modern, athletic sensibility, preserving the strength, control, and flow of the classical work while making it more accessible, dynamic, and relevant for every body in today’s group class setting.
Weekend 2: Pilates Fundamentals Continued + Coaching & Teaching Skills
At the start of your second weekend, you’ll continue learning and practicing the MNT Method Mat repertoire, refining your understanding of movement mechanics and class flow. From the very beginning, we prioritize hands-on teaching practice, helping you get comfortable leading exercises, cueing, and coaching in real time. This early practice not only helps solidify key principles but also builds community, confidence, and connection among instructors in training.
Once the full repertoire is covered, we’ll shift focus to coaching and teaching skills. You’ll learn MNT’s signature approach to transitions, sequencing, and class setup, mastering the art of verbal and visual cueing to create a clear, engaging client experience.
You’ll also train your eye for optimal form and alignment, explore class programming and progression, and learn how to use music, rhythm, props, and energy flow to elevate every session. By practicing in a supportive environment that honors all learning styles, you’ll grow through a holistic, experiential approach to teaching.
Ongoing Training: Mentorship + Real Teaching Experience
Your journey doesn’t end after the two weekends; it’s just beginning. Following your in-person training, you’ll enter the next phase of the program, designed to turn knowledge into embodied teaching confidence.
During this phase, you’ll continue developing your skills through a combination of practice, observation, and teaching experience, with access to mentorship and guided feedback, as well as opportunities for independent self-practice to support your growth and certification requirements.
This phase ensures you leave the program with more than memorized moves; you’ll have the tools to confidently lead a room, offer effective cueing and adjustments, program thoughtful group flows, and adapt to every level of client with clarity and confidence.
Certification must be completed within 3 months from the end of the in-person lectures.
COURSE COMPONENTS
Hours Breakdown
In-Person Lectures: 20 hours
MNT Mat Method lectures held over two weekends, exploring the foundations of Pilates movement, cueing, sequencing, and class design.
MNTSTUDIO Heated Mat Classes: 27 hours
15 MNT Mat classes
12 hours of observation from (approved class list)
Self-Study: 18 hours
At-home study, routine scripting, and review of the MNT curriculum.
Virtual Coursework: 3 hours
Virtual anatomy lectures with post-lecture quizzes, completed at your own pace with a suggested schedule.
Mentoring Sessions & Student Teaching: 30 hours
Includes mentorship sessions and self-guided student teaching practice. You’ll refine your technique and communication while developing confidence leading full mat routines.
Quizzes & Test-Out Process: 2 hours
Anatomy Exam: Written, in-studio exam
Final Teaching Assessment: Lead a 50-minute MNT Mat class with at least four attendees
Extras
In addition to course hours, by joining our Certification Program you’ll also get…
A community of supportive instructors
Professional photos
An MNT swag bag
REQUIRED TEXTS
MNT Mat Manual (included in tuition)
Anatomy Training Video Modules (included in tuition)
Science of Pilates by Tracy Ward (required purchase; available through most major book retailers)
QUIZZES AND TEST-OUT PROCESS
Anatomy Exam: A written, in-studio exam completed without notes.
Final Teaching Assessment: Lead a 50-minute MNT Mat Apprentice Class (minimum of 4 attendees).
PRICE
$2,000 — One-time payment or 5 monthly payments of $400 (apply 90+ days prior to training for a $500 early enrollment discount)
$2,250 — One-time payment or 5 monthly payments of $450 (apply 30–89 days prior for a $250 early enrollment discount)
$2,500 — One-time payment or 5 monthly payments of $500 (apply less than 30 days prior for full tuition)
Receive a 20% discount on your Mat Pilates Certification when you also enroll in our Reformer Pilates Certification.