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Do you want to turn your passion for pilates into a career? The Good Place offers a comprehensive teacher training program of the full pilates repertoire (mat, reformer, trapeze, wundachair and more). We cover everything from the history of the Method and the founder Joseph Pilates to modern business practices and coaching skills and everything in between. This 450 hour program includes in studio group training, access to the studio equipment to practice, practice teach* and a membership to both locations for 1 year to complete all required hours and test out.

The program is led by Ashley Ansuini, founder of the Good Place and NPCP certified instructor.

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*in studio practice and teaching not required

and is limited based on availability.

What is a comprehensive Pilates Training?

This in-depth, NPCP-aligned program is designed to take you from passionate practitioner to confident, certified instructor. Over the course of this training, you’ll build a solid foundation in classical, contemporary and athletic Pilates, with hands-on experience across all apparatus and movement levels.

  • Lecture + Practical Training
    Basic anatomy, biomechanics, cueing, modifications, teaching strategies, and repertoire on Reformer, Cadillac, Chair, Barrel, and Mat.

  • Practice Teaching
    Supervised and independent sessions to sharpen your voice, eye, and flow. Work with diverse bodies in person, virtually across group and private scenarios. Get instant feedback and real world experience.

  • Self Practice
    Build body awareness and movement vocabulary with consistent, logged Pilates sessions.

  • Observation Hours
    Watch experienced instructors in action to absorb technique, tone, and how to handle real clients in person and virtually.

What You’ll Learn:

  • Classical, Athletic and Contemporary repertoire

  • Anatomy & functional movement fundamentals

  • Injury prevention, contraindications & safe progression

  • Verbal, visual, and tactile cueing

  • Program design for group classes and private sessions

  • Business, ethics, and real-world teaching tips

Why It’s Special:

  • Led by Ashley Ansuini and mentored by seasoned educators at The Good Place locations in Las Vegas Nevada

  • Small group (max 8 trainees) for direct mentorship and feedback

  • Real studio environment with real clients

  • Option shadow teach classes during your program and lead free community classes schedule permitting

  • Pathway to take the NPCP Certification Exam

By the end of this program, you’ll be ready to teach with confidence, clarity, and heart—whether it’s in a group class, private session, or running your own show.

NPCP is a nationally recognized Pilates certification that we are aligned with. Completion of our program allows for application to test with the NPCP and certify nationally. This exam & subsequent fee is not included with your TGP training, you are encouraged to apply upon completion.
Studios hire & require certs on a case by case basis.

450 Hour Breakdown

90+ hours hands on small group training on the equipment at the Good Place with Ashley Ansuini & mentors.

The remaining hours can be completed in studio*, home, virtually or any other location you have access to equipment & apparatus.

60 observation hours

150 personal pilates workouts

150 practice teaching sessions

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Miscellaneous virtual & group assignments

Written & practical exams

*studio time based on availability

Fall/Winter Sessions

THIS SESSION IS SOLD OUT!

In person dates include*

Weekend 1 Mat and functional anatomy

Weekend 2 Reformer 1, common props & class writing

Weekend 3 J Reformer 2 & 3 including athletic

Weekend 4 Trapeze & Tower

Weekend 5 Chair, Ladder Barrel & Arc

*subject to change

Winter/spring 2026 sessions will have week day and weekend options

Fall dates are here!

  • Weekend 1 10/25-26

  • Weekend 2 11/15-16

  • Weekend 3 12/6-7

  • Weekend 4 1/10-11

  • Weekend 5 1/31-2-1

Investment is $5,300* and includes a year membership at the Good Place

*Payment plan is available for $5,700

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