PT7 Academy · Museumplein, Amsterdam
Pilates Instructor Course Amsterdam — PMA ITTAP Approved Teacher Training
Reformer teacher training Amsterdam · PMA ITTAP approved · Weekend schedule
Spring 2027 term also open (13 Mar – 16 May). Mat & Trapeze Table track below.
PT7 Academy's Reformer Pilates Instructor Course is ITTAP approved by the Pilates Method Alliance (PMA), the international organization dedicated to elevating the Pilates profession and setting standards for teacher training worldwide.
Through PMA's ITTAP accreditation system, the Reformer Pilates Instructor Course has been reviewed and approved for its curriculum, assessment standards, and educational quality. Graduates who complete the full 300 hours program receive the PT7 Academy Reformer Pilates Instructor Certificate.
The Mat & Trapeze Table Instructor Course follows international teacher-training standards. PMA / ITTAP accreditation for this track is in progress and not yet approved.
View ITTAP on the Pilates Method Alliance website →Become a Pilates instructor in Amsterdam
PT7 Academy is built for people who want Reformer teacher training in Amsterdam (and optionally Mat & Trapeze Table) without quitting their job first. This weekend Pilates teacher training runs on selected weekends only at our working studio on Van Baerlestraat, Museumplein. Coaching is English-friendly, with Turkish and Dutch available in the studio community.
Pilates instructor course for career changers
Many trainees come from banking, tech, and other careers. Read how the switch works in our career-change guide, and meet course lead Elif Arzu Ogan.
Weekend Pilates teacher training in Amsterdam
Four Reformer lecture weekends per term (12:00 to 18:00), plus observation, self practice, and teaching hours. Train at Museumplein and keep weekday work.
Serious Reformer pathway
The Reformer course is 300 hours and PMA ITTAP approved. That is a different depth than short mat-only intensives. Graduates receive the PT7 Academy Reformer Pilates Instructor Certificate (program-level ITTAP approval is not the same as a personal PMA membership card).
Mat & Trapeze Table track
Add apparatus teaching with our 125-hour Mat & Trapeze Table course. Curriculum follows international standards; PMA/ITTAP accreditation for this track is still in progress.
Reformer Pilates Instructor Course
300 hours · ITTAP Approved · Pilates Method Alliance (PMA)
Upcoming Term Schedules
Lectures are not held every weekend. Each term runs on four selected weekends at PT Studio 7, Museumplein, Amsterdam. Each lecture weekend runs 12:00 to 18:00. Same course fee and enroll options for both terms. Anatomy is included in the Reformer course (Pilates Introduction & Anatomy weekend).
Autumn 2026 (September–November)
Spring 2027 (March–May)
Course Fee
Payment Options
Pay in full at checkout, or spread the course fee over 3 equal installments.
Choose pay in full or 3 installments at MindBody checkout below.
Curriculum Overview
This PMA ITTAP approved program combines theoretical knowledge with practical application to ensure a deep understanding of Pilates principles and teaching methodology.
Core Topics Include
Assessment & Evaluation
During the course, participants will complete:
- 1 Theoretical Multiple-Choice Exam
- 1 Practical Exam
- Mandatory exercise assessment, checked by a lead trainer
The first attempt for both exams is free of charge. Any exam retakes are subject to an additional fee.
The exercise assessment is mandatory for certification, costs EUR 250 including BTW.
Course Requirements
Participants are required to complete assigned homework throughout the program and pass the mandatory exercise assessment with a lead trainer.
Training Breakdown (300 Hours Total)
Certification
Participants who successfully:
- Pass all required exams
- Complete the full training program of 300 hours
- Complete the mandatory exercise assessment (EUR 250 including BTW)
will be awarded the PT7 Academy Reformer Pilates Instructor Certificate. The program is ITTAP approved by the Pilates Method Alliance (PMA); the graduate certificate is issued by PT7 Academy.
Reply within 48 hours to secure your place.
Why choose PT7 Academy for Pilates teacher training Amsterdam
300 Hours Comprehensive Training
A full pathway from theory to teaching practice, observation, and master trainer sessions, not a shortened weekend-only certificate.
Weekend Pilates teacher training
Train on four scheduled weekends per term (Sep–Nov 2026 or Mar–May 2027), 12:00 to 18:00, and keep your day job while becoming a certified Reformer instructor.
PMA ITTAP Accredited Reformer Program
The Reformer Pilates Instructor Course is ITTAP approved by the Pilates Method Alliance (PMA). The Mat & Trapeze Table Instructor Course follows international standards, with PMA/ITTAP accreditation currently in progress.
Teaching inside a real boutique studio
Training happens at PT Studio 7 Museumplein, where clients book Reformer, private, and small-group sessions every week. You learn in the same environment you will teach in.
Structured Assessment
Theoretical and practical exams, plus a mandatory exercise assessment (EUR 250 including BTW), with a clear path to the PT7 Academy Reformer Pilates Instructor Certificate.
Flexible Payment
Pay in full at checkout, or spread the course fee over 3 equal installments through MindBody (3 × EUR 667 + VAT).
Ask a question or discuss enrollment
Use the form below. We typically reply within 48 hours. Prefer email or phone? Use the contacts underneath.
Or contact us directly: info@pt7.nl · +31 685 162693
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is this Pilates teacher training for?
PT7 Academy suits career changers and aspiring instructors who want a serious Reformer pathway (300 hours, PMA ITTAP approved) or Mat & Trapeze Table training on a weekend schedule at Museumplein, Amsterdam. Lectures are on selected weekends so you can keep weekday work. Sessions and studio life are English-friendly, with Turkish and Dutch also used in the community.
When are classes held?
Lectures are held on selected weekends, not every week. Reformer terms: Autumn 2026 (September–November): 12–13 September 2026 (Pilates Introduction & Anatomy); 26–27 September 2026 (Reformer 1); 17–18 October 2026 (Reformer 2); 7–8 November 2026 (Reformer 3); Spring 2027 (March–May): 13–14 March 2027 (Pilates Introduction & Anatomy); 3–4 April 2027 (Reformer 1); 24–25 April 2027 (Reformer 2); 15–16 May 2027 (Reformer 3). Mat & Trapeze Table (November 2026–January 2027): 21–22 November 2026 (Mat 1); 12–13 December 2026 (Trapeze Table 1); 9–10 January 2027 (Mat 2 & Trapeze Table 2); 30–31 January 2027 (Mat 3 & Trapeze Table 3). Each lecture weekend runs 12:00 to 18:00, so you can keep your weekday job while you train.
What courses does PT7 Academy offer?
We offer the Reformer Pilates Instructor Course (ITTAP approved by the Pilates Method Alliance) and the Mat & Trapeze Table Instructor Course (curriculum follows international standards; PMA/ITTAP accreditation in progress). Each course is EUR 2,000 + VAT with the same MindBody enroll options.
How long is the Reformer program?
The Reformer Pilates Instructor Course totals 300 hours, combining lectures, observation, self practice, teaching practice, sessions with a master trainer, and QTT observation.
How long is the Mat & Trapeze Table program?
The Mat & Trapeze Table Instructor Course totals 125 hours: 48 hours in-person technical training, 20 hours observation, 20 hours self practice, 15 hours student teaching, 15 hours private or group sessions with QTT, 5 hours assisted teaching with QTT, and 2 hours QTT observation of student teaching.
Is anatomy included in the courses?
Anatomy is included in the Reformer Pilates Instructor Course (Pilates Introduction & Anatomy weekend). The Mat & Trapeze Table Instructor Course does not include anatomy. Trainees without prior anatomy training need to take the separate Anatomy course (€500 + VAT).
What is the accreditation status of the Academy?
PT7 Academy's Reformer Pilates Instructor Course is ITTAP approved by the Pilates Method Alliance (PMA), the international organization that sets professional standards for Pilates education. Our Reformer program is listed among accredited ITTAP Reformer programs. The Mat & Trapeze Table Instructor Course follows international teacher-training standards; PMA/ITTAP accreditation for that track is in progress and not yet approved.
What is ITTAP and how is PMA involved?
ITTAP (International Teacher Training Accreditation for Pilates) is the Pilates Method Alliance (PMA) accreditation system for teacher training programs. PMA reviews and approves programs that meet its standards for curriculum, assessment, and educational quality. PT7 Academy's Reformer Pilates Instructor Course holds ITTAP approval through 2026.
Is the certification recognized internationally?
The Reformer Pilates Instructor Course is ITTAP approved by the Pilates Method Alliance (PMA), placing it within PMA's international network of accredited Reformer programs. Graduates who complete the full program of 300 hours receive the PT7 Academy Reformer Pilates Instructor Certificate.
How much does the course cost?
The course fee is EUR 2,000 plus VAT. Enroll via MindBody to pay in full, or choose Enroll with 3 Installments (3 × EUR 667 + VAT).
What assessments are included?
Participants complete one theoretical multiple-choice exam and one practical exam. The first attempt for both exams is free of charge. Any retakes are subject to an additional fee. Separately, a mandatory exercise assessment checked by a lead trainer is required for certification and costs EUR 250 including BTW.
What is the exercise assessment?
Each trainee is checked by a lead trainer through a mandatory exercise assessment. It costs EUR 250 including BTW and is required to receive your certificate.
Ready to Become a Pilates Instructor in Amsterdam?
Enroll in the ITTAP approved Reformer Pilates instructor course or the Mat Pilates instructor course Amsterdam option (Mat & Trapeze Table Instructor Course) at PT7 Academy. Weekend teacher training at Museumplein — see course fee and payment options above.