FORMATION™ Pilates Instructor Education

Build the Foundation. Teach with Confidence.

Comprehensive Mat Pilates Certification

  • A comprehensive, hands-on Pilates certification designed to prepare you for real-world studio environments.

    Whether you're beginning your teaching journey or looking to refine your skills, FORMATION™ equips you with the knowledge, confidence, and practical experience to lead purposeful, engaging classes.

    Dates: Coming Soon

    Times: Coming Soon

    Location: Coming Soon

    Experience Required: None

    • Comprehensive Mat Pilates Curriculum

    • Anatomy & Biomechanics

    • Pilates Principles & Movement Foundations

    • Teaching Methodology & Cueing

    • Programming & Class Design

    • Practical Teaching Experience

    • Written & Practical Assessments

    • FORMATION™ Training Manual

    • Certificate of Completion

    • Aspiring instructors with no previous certification

    • Current instructors looking to strengthen their teaching

    • Personal trainers, yoga instructors, dancers, and movement professionals

    • Anyone passionate about movement and ready to teach with confidence

Reformer Pilates Certification

Levels 1–3

  • Dates: Coming Soon

    Times: Coming Soon

    Location: Coming Soon

    Experience Required: Comprehensive Mat Certification (recommended)

    • Reformer Levels 1, 2 & 3 Curriculum

    • Beginner to Advanced Repertoire

    • Equipment Set-Up & Safety

    • Programming & Class Design

    • Progressions & Regressions

    • Hands-On Teaching Practice

    • Cueing & Movement Corrections

    • Written & Practical Assessments

    • FORMATION™ Training Manual

    • Certificate of Completion

    • Certified Pilates instructors looking to specialize in pre and postnatal movement

    • Movement professionals wanting to safely support clients through pregnancy and postpartum

    • Instructors seeking evidence-based programming and modifications

    • Teachers looking to expand their expertise and confidently work with a wider range of clients

    Prerequisite: Comprehensive Mat Pilates Certification or equivalent teaching experience.

Pre & Postnatal Pilates Certification

  • Dates: Coming Soon

    Times: Coming Soon

    Location: Coming Soon

    Experience Required: Certified Pilates Instructor

    • Pregnancy & Postpartum Physiology

    • Safe Exercise Modifications

    • Core & Pelvic Floor Considerations

    • Programming by Trimester

    • Common Contraindications

    • Practical Application & Case Studies

    • FORMATION™ Training Manual

    • Certificate of Completion

    • Certified Pilates instructors looking to specialize in pre and postnatal movement

    • Movement professionals wanting to safely support clients throughout pregnancy and postpartum

    • Instructors seeking evidence-informed programming, modifications, and coaching strategies

    • Teachers looking to expand their expertise and confidently support clients through every stage of motherhood

    Prerequisite: Comprehensive Mat Pilates Certification or equivalent teaching experience.

What People Are Saying

  • "From her energy, to her playlists, to her excitement for those around her, she made it such a fun learning experience"

    I met Shira a few years ago taking her classes and found her teaching style so inspiring and dynamic. When I got the opportunity to train with her to teach reformer, I was stoked because I knew I was learning from one of the best. Shira was so supportive in my reformer journey and helped me take that next leap in my pilates instructor career. I feel lucky to have been able to learn from her!


    —Courtney

  • "I am proud to call myself the product of the Formation™ method"

    Throughout my time with her, Shira has taught me more about mindful movement than many years of athleticism had. Her thorough and thoughtful approach conveyed the science and practice behind the Pilates method. But it was her confident voice and passionate soul that touched the hearts and minds of every single one of the trainees, myself included.

    I am proud to call myself the product of the Formation™ method, and will continue to hold that name with pride through my sports career in the years to come.

    —Huda

  • "Training with Shira as your guide truly leads to meaningful growth and exceptional results"

    The experience went far beyond reformer Pilates fundamentals and class planning, offering a deep understanding of the purpose behind each movement, the connection between breath, mind, and body, and the importance of cultivating a genuine sense of community. Shira has a rare and impactful ability to truly see people and empower them to step fully into their potential with confidence and intention.

    —Alex

  • "Shira not only helped me learn the machine and how to guide people on it but also how to have a presence in the space"

    I was so lucky to have Shira as my teacher when I was first starting my reformer journey. Her ability to combine thoughtful programming, music, and energy makes her classes one of a kind and she taught me how to do all these things authentically and passionately. A big thank you to Shira for being apart of my reformer journey from the beginning, it was an absolute pleasure to learn from her.

    —Jordyn

  • "Shira has absolutely changed my life for the better!"

    I have taken classical training before, and oh god, you can not even compare how much more Shira will teach and give you! She is super knowledgeable, helps you with anything you are struggling or not fully understanding. She has explained movements, queuing, pacing, music, how to work with clients, safety protocols…truly nothing she doesn’t cover! The best part is the way she makes you grow into your own- is just amazing!


    —Barbara

  • "Shira’s impact extends far beyond the studio"

    As both a student and an instructor mentored by her, her thoughtful, intentional approach to teaching and movement is deeply felt. She creates space for learning, confidence, and meaningful growth, grounded in deep knowledge and genuine care. Learning and moving under Shira’s guidance has been a true privilege ♡

    —Paige

  • "It was such a beautiful experience, one of the best teacher trainings I’ve ever been a part of"

    She was one of the most attentive, inspiring, and creative people I’ve ever had the pleasure of working with.

    —Dani

  • "She has this incredible way of teaching you the why behind each movement"

    To have breath mind and body work together showing how that connection translates to more meaningful and effective movement.

    —Alexis

  • "Shira is incredibly knowledgeable, and her passion for movement and teaching is so evident in the way she leads the training"

    She has a way of explaining things that feels approachable, clear, and easy to apply, while still challenging you to become a stronger instructor.