PLATFORM STUDIOS
PLATFORM is proud to be officially licensed as a Balanced Body® Authorized Training Center, offering internationally recognized certification in Reformer and Mat Pilates, delivered to the highest global standards.
Balanced Body® is the world’s leading Pilates education provider, trusted by top studios, educators, and fitness institutions across over 100 countries for its rigorous methodology, internationally recognized certifications, and commitment to the highest standards in movement education.
THE CERTIFICATION
This is professional Pilates education at its highest calibre, meticulously designed for those serious about teaching, elevating, and mastering the discipline.
TRAINING CALENDAR — 3 MONTHS OF CURATED COURSES
All courses are 18 hours. Structured over 4 immersive days. Delivered in studio. Fully in-person.
MOVEMENT PRINCIPLES
Thursday 8th Jan | 10:30AM – 5:00PM | DIFC – MINDBODY Studio | 6 hours + 30 min lunch break
Friday 9th Jan | 11:30AM – 5:00PM | DIFC – MINDBODY Studio | 5 hours + 30 min lunch break
Saturday 10th Jan | 1:30PM – 4:30PM | DIFC – MINDBODY Studio | 3 hours
- Sunday 11th Jan | 2:00PM – 5:00PM | DIFC – MINDBODY Studio | 3 hours
MAT 1
Thursday 15th Jan | 10:30AM – 5:00PM | DIFC – MINDBODY Studio | 6 hours + 30 min lunch break
Friday 16th Jan | 11:30AM – 5:00PM | DIFC – MINDBODY Studio | 5 hours + 30 min lunch break
Saturday 17th Jan | 1:30PM – 4:30PM | DIFC – MINDBODY Studio | 3 hours
- Sunday 18th Jan | 2:00PM – 5:00PM | DIFC – MINDBODY Studio | 3 hours
MAT 2
Thursday 22nd Jan | 10:30AM – 5:00PM | DDIFC – MINDBODY Studio | 6 hours + 30 min lunch break
Friday 23rd Jan | 11:30AM – 5:00PM | DIFC – MINDBODY Studio | 5 hours + 30 min lunch break
Saturday 24th Jan | 1:30PM – 4:30PM | DIFC – MINDBODY Studio | 3 hours
- Sunday 25th Jan | 2:00PM – 5:00PM | DIFC – MINDBODY Studio | 3 hours
MOVEMENT PRINCIPLES
Thursday 12th Feb | 10:30AM – 5:00PM | DIFC – MINDBODY Studio | 6 hours + 30 min lunch break
Friday 13th Feb | 11:30AM – 5:00PM | DIFC – MINDBODY Studio | 5 hours + 30 min lunch break
Saturday 14th Feb | 1:30PM – 4:30PM | DIFC – MINDBODY Studio | 3 hours
- Sunday 15th Feb | 2:00PM – 5:00PM | DIFC – MINDBODY Studio | 3 hours
REFORMER 1 (LADIES ONLY)
Saturday 21th Feb | 12:00AM – 6:30PM | Nad Al Sheba – REFORMER Studio | 6 hours + 30 min lunch break
Sunday 22nd Feb | 12:30AM – 6:00PM | Nad Al Sheba – REFORMER Studio | 5 hours + 30 min lunch break
Monday 23rd Feb | 11:30PM – 5:00PM | Nad Al Sheba – REFORMER Studio | 5 hours + 30 min lunch break
REFORMER 2 (LADIES ONLY)
Saturday 28th Feb | 12:00AM – 6:30PM | Nad Al Sheba – REFORMER Studio | 6 hours + 30 min lunch break
Sunday 1st March | 12:30AM – 6:00PM | Nad Al Sheba – REFORMER Studio | 5 hours + 30 min lunch break
Monday 2nd March | 11:30PM – 5:00PM | Nad Al Sheba – REFORMER Studio | 5 hours + 30 min lunch break
MOVEMENT PRINCIPLES
Thursday 12th March | 10:30AM – 5:00PM | DIFC MINDBODY | 6 hours + 30 min lunch break
Friday 13th March | 11:30AM – 5:00PM | DIFC MINDBODY | 5 hours + 30 min lunch break
Saturday 14th March | 1:30PM – 4:30PM | DIFC MINDBODY | 3 hours
- Sunday 15th March | 2:00PM – 5:00PM | DIFC MINDBODY | 3 hours
Movement Principles:
The foundation of every great instructor. Anatomy, biomechanics, movement quality, all delivered through hands-on application and intelligent programming.
Mat Pilates 1 + 2:
From foundational Pilates history and beginner techniques to advanced sequences and functional prop, this is full-spectrum Mat Pilates training that builds strong, adaptable instructors.
Reformer Pilates 1 + 2:
Reformer education as it should be. From base-level safety and alignment to powerful, progressive programming.
PREREQUISITES TO JOIN
MAT 1
Movement Principles, 10 Mat classes. 6 months
experience teaching movement and anatomy recommended.
MAT 2
Movement Principles and Mat 1
REFORMER PILATES 1
Movement Principles and 20 Reformer classes. 1 year
experience teaching movement. Anatomy required prior to
testing out.
REFORMER PILATES 2
Reformer 1
CERTIFICATION PATHWAYS
To certify in Mat + Reformer Pilates:
- Movement Principles
- Mat 1 + 2
- Reformer 1 + 2
To certify in Reformer Pilates only:
- Movement Principles
- Reformer 1 + 2
Already certified in some areas? We’ll place you where you need to be.
WHO IT’S FOR
This is for professionals who demand more, from their education, their studios, and themselves. Whether you’re starting your journey or deepening your skillset, this is where the best instructors are made.
ENROLMENT
FIRST COURSE DROPS 15 NOVEMBER
Reformer Instructor Certification
LOCATION
Nad Al Sheba Mall & DIFC
Led by: Master Trainer Victoria Roper
Spots are limited for this first wave of instructors and be one of the first to get certified, the PLATFORM way.
Reach out to Victoria at victoria@victoriaroper.com
for bookings and details, or fill out the form below and we will get in touch with you.