A high-energy, mat-based instructor certification design to prepare confident, capable Sculpt Instructors for modern studio environments. Developed by Elisha Dyck - Founder & Lead Educator, TRAIN COLLECTIVE.

  • Across the industry, many studios are delivering high-energy sculpt-style classes under the umbrella of "Mat Pilates."

    While there is absolutely a place for these classes, they require a different teaching methodology than traditional Pilates education provides. Pilates Sculpt™ was created to bridge that gap.

    This program prepares instructors to teach:

    • Endurance-based sculpt classes

    • Layered and compounded movement patterns

    • Standing and transitional work

    • Flow-driven programming

    • Clear, safe, effective cueing

    This is not a traditional Pilates qualification. It is a method-specific instructor certification designed for high-energy sculpt-style training.

  • Pilates Sculpt™ draws on Pilates principles of alignment and control, but differs from traditional mat Pilates through:

    • Greater emphasis on standing work

    • Full-body compounding movements (e.g. lunges with overhead press)

    • Layered intensity building

    • Continuous class flow

    • Athletic, endurance-based programming


    The method prioritises:

    • Clarity over choreography

    • Control before intensity

    • Flow without losing form

  • Total Commitment: Approximately 35-45 Hours

    Pre-Course Study

    Manual review and foundational preparation (Approx. 10-12 hours)

    In-Person Training

    Two full training days covering:

    • Movement library

    • Cueing & teaching framework

    • Programming principles

    • Layering & compounding methodology

    • Practice teaching

    Observation Hours

    20 hours observing sculpt, mat-based, or barre-style classes Focus: flow, pacing, cueing, professionalism.

    Practical Assessment

    Delivery of a 30-minute Pilates Sculpt™ class (video submission). Assessed against competency standards.

  • $1,500

    This Founding rate reflects a 40% early access price reduction ahead of full accreditation and public launch.

    Future accredited public pricing will sit between $2,500–$2,800.

    Founding participants will:

    • Receive full certification upon completion

    • Receive updated accreditation documentation once approval is finalised

    • Be recognised as Founding Pilates Sculpt™ Instructors

EXPRESSION OF INTEREST

This Founding Cohort will be a small group by invite only. If you’re interested in joining, please complete the form below and Elisha will be in touch to organise a conversation.

Completion of this course may lead to teaching opportunities at Barre & Bike; however, employment is not guaranteed and will be based on demonstrated competency, professionalism, and studio requirements.

Pilates Sculpt™ Instructor Training is delivered by TRAIN COLLECTIVE and hosted at Barre & Bike, Maroochydore.