Pilates Sculpt Instructor Certification
Teacher training for high-energy, Sculpt style classes.
What is it?
A high-energy, mat-based instructor certification designed to prepare confident, capable Sculpt Instructors for modern studio environments. Developed and lead by Elisha Dyck - Founder & Lead Educator, Barre & Bike.
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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.
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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
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$1,500 - payment plans available.
This Founding rate reflects a 40% early access price reduction ahead of full 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 available
Be recognised as Founding Pilates Sculpt™ Instructors
Be considered for teaching opportunities at Barre & Bike, if available
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Our first Teacher Training will be held at Barre & Bike in Maroochydore on the 28th & 29th of March, 2026.
This founding round represents the only opportunity to access the program at a 40% early access rate, before national rollout.
Limited spots available.
What’s included?
Comprehensive Pilates Sculpt Instructor Certification Training Manual
Two in-person training days at Barre & Bike, Maroochydore
Personal mentorship & guidance from Lead Educator, Elisha Dyck
Access to Barre & Bike’s studio mat classes to complete the observation portion of the course
Light snacks & refreshments will be provided
Program Structure
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
Saturday 28th & Sunday 29th March, 2026.
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.
Ready to become a Pilates Sculpt Instructor?
Registrations are now open for the March 2026 Founding Program. Places are limited.