Become A Certified Pilates Instructor
become a confident, certified pilates instructor
Portal Pilates 100-Hour Mat Intensive Instructor Certification
only 2 weekends!
Rooted in mindful movement and taught by expert instructors & Dr. Brett, this fully in-person 100-hour Intensive program prepares you to lead with clarity, confidence, and purpose. Whether you’re starting fresh or adding to your movement credentials, this training is your gateway.
Program Runs: September 18–20 & September 25–27, 2026
Location: The Portal – Petawawa, ON
Fridays: 5 PM – 9:00 PM
Saturdays & Sundays: 9-7 PM (includes break)
why you should invest in this certification
This isn’t just a training—it’s a launchpad. When you train at The Portal, you receive:
- A comprehensive Pilates education rooted in functional anatomy and inclusive cueing.
- In-person mentorship from advanced instructors with experience.
- The chance to practice teach in real time and gain meaningful feedback.
- A supportive community where you’ll be seen, encouraged, and challenged.
- A clear path to teaching online, in studios, or independently with confidence Whether you’re starting a movement career or adding to your current offerings, this training will elevate your voice, your presence, and your purpose.
what you'll learn
- Mat repertoire from beginner to Intermediate
- How to modify and teach diverse bodies with confidence.
- Breath, flow, and functional transitions.
- Cueing that lands—visually, verbally, and energetically.
- Sequencing, theming, and building your class style.
- How to teach confidently in studios, online, and hybrid.
- Business foundations: branding, professionalism, marketing.
-Functional anatomy for Pilates taught by Dr. Brett Kenny
-How to move and teach with a deeper understanding of the body, injury prevention, and alignment
what is included
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50 hours in-person training
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10 hours participation in live classes (includes 10 free mat classes)
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10 hours observation + reflection workbook
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10 hours practice teaching with feedback
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20 hours self-study + integration work
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Final evaluation + certification assessment
meet your teachers
Portia
founder, lead educator
As the founder of The Portal and lead instructor of this training, Portia brings extensive experience teaching mat Pilates, reformer, and yoga.
Her foundation is rooted in inclusive, injury-aware sequencing for all bodies, combining real-world teaching with intentional, functional movement.
Portia leads the core of this program, guiding you through movement, sequencing, cueing, and stepping into your role as a confident instructor.
This training is built from her experience working with diverse bodies, injuries, and abilities, so you don’t just learn Pilates, you learn how to teach it in the real world.
Jayden
advanced reformer + mat instructor
Jayden is a highly skilled mat and reformer Pilates instructor known for her intentional programming, strong class structure, and seamless flow.
With a deep understanding of movement and alignment, she brings a balance of strength, precision, and creativity into every class she teaches. Her approach focuses on building classes that not only challenge the body, but feel purposeful, connected, and elevated from start to finish.
Within the training, Jayden supports students in refining their sequencing, transitions, and delivery, helping you move beyond memorization and into teaching with confidence and clarity.
Dr. Brett kenny
movement anatomy medical professional
Dr. Brett brings a clinical, real-world lens to movement through his background in kinesiology and chiropractic care. His work is rooted in helping individuals move better, recover stronger, and understand their bodies on a deeper level.
With experience working alongside athletes, active individuals, and those navigating injury or recovery, his approach to anatomy is both practical and highly applicable to teaching. Dr. Brett leads the anatomy component, bridging the gap between textbook knowledge and real-life movement. You’ll learn how to understand the body in motion, recognize imbalances, and apply that knowledge directly into your cueing and class design.
His teaching ensures you’re not just guiding movement . .you’re doing so with intention, safety, and a deeper level of intelligence behind every exercise.
what you might be wondering...
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do I need to have teaching experience to enroll?
No! This course is designed for both aspiring instructors and movement enthusiasts ready to deepen their practice and step into leadership.
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what if I miss a weekend?
You must attend 100% of in-person sessions. In emergency situations, we offer limited online makeup options or 1:1 mentorship for missed content with extra fee's
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is this enough to start teaching right away?
Yes! You’ll be fully certified to teach mat Pilates classes upon successful completion and evaluation.
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is this a yoga alliance program?
While this is not a YA training, it is fully recognized by studios and wellness centers and can complement a 200-hour yoga certification.
this training is for you if...
- You’re ready to move from student to teacher
- You want to feel confident teaching any level, any body
- You want real mentorship, not just a manual
- You’re ready to turn your passion into your purpose.
Your next step starts here. Spots are limited, and applications are open now.
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