Teacher Training.
“Education is the key to unlocking one’s potential.”
Joy Puleo, Director of Education, Balanced Body
We offer the Balanced Body Instructor Training Program, and are proud to be the only Authorized Balanced Body Training Center in the St. Louis area.
Rebecca Milton, co-owner of MAP Pilates and Balanced Body Educator, has more than 10 years of teaching experience with clients and Pilates teacher trainees. She brings a uniquely integrated and anatomical approach to movement education. Known for her clarity, compassion, and enthusiasm for anatomy- she believes that movement can be medicine for the body and mind. She is committed to helping people deepen their understanding of their bodies through thoughtful, purposeful practice.
Pilates Certification Pathways
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134 Hours
Anatomy in Three Dimensions™ (Strongly Recommended)
Balanced Body Movement Principles (16 hours)
Balanced Body Mat 1 (16 hours)
Balanced Body Mat 2 (16 hours)
Balanced Body Mat 3 (16 hours)
20 Mat Personal Sessions
15 Observation Hours
35 Student Teaching Hours
Final Written and Practical Exam
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214 Hours
Movement Principles (16 hours)
Balanced Body Reformer 1 (16 hours)
Balanced Body Reformer 2 (16 hours)
Balanced Body Reformer 3 (16 hours)
Anatomy in Three Dimensions™ or comparable from another institution. Must be completed prior to testing.
30 Reformer Personal Sessions
30 Observation Hours
90 Student Teaching Hours
Final Written and Practical Test
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332 hours
Movement Principles (16 hours)
Balanced Body Mat 1 (16 hours)
Balanced Body Mat 2 (16 hours)
Balanced Body Mat 3 (16 hours)
Balanced Body Reformer 1 (16 hours)
Balanced Body Reformer 2 (16 hours)
Balanced Body Reformer 3 (16 hours)
Anatomy in Three Dimensions™ or comparable from another institution. Must be completed prior to testing.
20 Mat Personal Sessions
30 Reformer Personal Sessions
45 Observation Hours
125 Student Teaching Hours
Final Written and Practical Exam
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520 hours
Movement Principles (16 hours)
Anatomy in Three Dimensions™ or comparable from another institution. Must be completed prior to testing.
Mat Instructor Coursework
Reformer Instructor Coursework
Apparatus Coursework
20 Mat Personal Sessions
65 Reformer Personal Sessions
65 Observation Sessions
220 Student Teaching Hours
Final Written and Practical Test
2026 Training Schedule
May 8-9: Mat 1
May 15-16: Reformer 1
June 12-13: Reformer 2
June 26-27: Mat 2
July 17-18: Reformer 3
Click date to register.
July 24-25: Mat 3
August 14-15: Apparatus 1
September 18-19: Apparatus 2
October 9-10: Apparatus 3
Teacher Training FAQ
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When will I receive all of the information?
You will receive a final logistics email with hours, materials and other important details by the Wednesday before each course.
These emails will come from justbpilates@gmail.com. Please mark that email address as important so you don’t miss any communication from us.
What should I bring to a workshop?
Please bring your manual (hard copy or digital), notebook, writing utensil and water bottle.
For Mat Courses- Bring a mat. Sticky socks are optional.
What is AI3D Anatomy at MAP?
Designed for all experience levels, Balanced Body’s Anatomy courses cover human anatomy in user-friendly formats. You will learn the anatomical architecture and biomechanics that make human body movement possible.
“AI3D” offers an engaging hands-on approach to learning anatomy. Students mold clay onto our to-scale model skeletons to learn where the major muscles of movement originate, where they insert, and how they produce motion. This multisensory learning experience will engage, enlighten, and satisfy your curiosity about human anatomy.
Completion of an anatomy course is required before testing out of the Pilates instructor certifications.
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Each BB Teacher Training Course is $600.
$60 BB manual fee.
$75 CLARA online access fee.
The manuals and online access fees are required and cannot be waived.
Fees are for both in person and virtual training.
Registration can be completed by visiting the official BB Education Finder.
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Studio Location
10425 Old Olive Street Rd., Ste. 202 Creve Coeur, Missouri 63141
General Course Hours:
Friday 11:00AM-7:00PM
Saturday 11:00AM-7:00PM
In addition, you will be given two hours of required homework outside of these course hours.
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I can’t make the workshop as scheduled or I’m unexpectedly late…What do I do?
If you need to miss up to five hours of course time, you can make these hours up with paid private sessions. Rates are as follows:
5 Sessions: $375.00
Single Session: $75.00
Do you offer private instruction?
Yes. Each Private Education course includes 10 hours of private sessions, four hours guided homework + the Module Test. You may take single courses privately or complete the entire program privately.
How do I set up private Instruction?
Contact Rebecca for a consultation to determine if private education is a good fit for you.
Private courses are scheduled at your convenience with Rebecca and our Education Team.
Sessions can be completed via Zoom or in person.
For more information on this option, email justbpilates@gmail.co.
What is the cost for Private Training?
$750 per course payable directly to studio.
The Balanced Body Registration through www.pilates.com.
Each BB Teacher Training Course Official Registration is $600 plus the $60 manual fee and a $75 CLARA online access fee.
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When will I receive my certificate of completion for the training modules?
Certificates for each course will be sent via email from
BALANCED BODY when they are finished processing the course rosters and documents. This can be up to three weeks after the course. Any questions regarding the status should be sent directly to Balanced Body at education@pilates.com.
Is there a time limit to completion?
A Balanced Body Comprehensive Pilates program typically takes 6 to 24 months to complete, with many students finishing in roughly 10–12 months. It requires over 500 hours of coursework, personal practice, observation, and student teaching. While no strict time limit is enforced, the program focuses on thorough competency and should be completed in a timely and progressive manner.
Do I have to take each workshop sequentially?
The program is designed to be modular, allowing you to take courses one at a time and spread training out to fit your life, work or budget.