Mat Pilates Instructor Training

6 months – 80 hours | Online | Certified

The 6-month Mat Pilates Teacher Training prepared at Yosomind Academy is a comprehensive program that not only teaches movement but also addresses the body, mind and nervous system as a whole.

While this training teaches participants the basic principles of Pilates, it also differentiates itself from classical Pilates training with its fascia-focused body integrity and somatic awareness modules.

Thanks to the Fascia Module , you will explore the role of connective tissue, which surrounds the body in layers, beyond muscles and joints, on movement; and you will learn to improve flexibility, endurance, and fluidity in the body.

With the Somatic Module , you will gain an in-depth teaching practice that is compatible with the nervous system by experiencing movement not only physically but also mentally and emotionally.

During the program:

• 80 hours of live lessons
• Weekly online meetings (2.5 hours each)
• Practice classes on select Saturdays
• In-group mini-lessons and feedback processes
• Free introductory meeting with the instructor

All participants receive PDF resource files. At the end of the training, you will receive an 80-hour Yosomind Academy Certificate . Participants will also receive a free Deep Touch Mentorship® individual session to deepen their training journey.

Who is it suitable for?

This training isn't just a vocational training process; it's an invitation for anyone seeking a deeper, more conscious, and more intuitive connection with their body. You don't need a Pilates background or teaching experience to participate. The key is your willingness to delve deeper into your body.

• Those who want to turn Pilates into a profession
• Those who work in the field of yoga or movement and want to enrich their knowledge with pilates
• Those who want to know their own body more closely

Structure of Education

• The training duration is 6 months, 80 hours in total, completely online and live.
• The transformation of knowledge into practice is supported by weekly meetings.
• It consists of 6 modules.
• Each module includes theoretical and practical content.
• Throughout the process, learning is reinforced with practice lessons and feedback.
• At the end of the training , a Yosomind Academy Approved Certificate is given.

Content Plan – 6 Modules

• Mat Pilates Fundamentals – Joseph Pilates' principles, core exercises, alignment
• Functional Anatomy – Bone, muscle, joint system, posture analysis
• Fascia & Body Integrity – Fascia lines, fascia-focused exercises
• Somatic Awareness – Nervous system regulation, intuition and inner awareness
• Mat Pilates with Equipment – ​​Variety with equipment such as hoops, blocks, bands, etc.
• Lecture Techniques & Group Practice – Group management, practice lessons, feedback

Education Calendar

Start: October 6, 2025
Duration: 6 months (to be completed in March 2026)
Day & Time: Mondays at 20:00 (2.5 hours)
Additional practice classes will be held on select Saturdays.

Module and Moon	Lessons and Details
Module 1: Basic Mat Pilates Principles October	Class Days: October 6, 13, 20, 27 / 20:00 (Monday) Instructor: Elif Gökçe
Module 2: Functional Anatomy November	Lesson Days: November 3, 10, 17, 24 / 20:00 (Monday) Instructor: Elif Gökçe Student Practice Lesson: Saturday, November 29 / 17:00 Instructors: Elif Gökçe & Fatma Nur Bilgin
Module 3: Fascia and Body Integrity	Lesson Days: December 1, 8, 15, 22 / 20:00 (Monday) Instructor: Elif Gökçe Student Practice Lesson: Saturday, December 27 / 17:00 Instructors: Fatma Nur Bilgin & Elif Gökçe
Module 4: SOMATIC AWARENESS January	Lesson Days: January 5, 12, 19, 26 / 20:00 (Monday) Instructor: Fatma Nur Bilgin Student Practice Lesson: Saturday, January 31 / 17:00 Instructors: Fatma Nur Bilgin & Elif Gökçe
Module 5: MAT PILATES WITH EQUIPMENT February	Class Days: February 2, 9, 16, 23 / 20:00 (Monday) Instructor: Elif Gökçe
Module 6: Lecture Techniques & Group Practices March	Class Days: March 2, 9, 16, 23 / 20:00 (Monday) Instructor: Elif Gökçe

Instructors

Elif Gökçe – Somatic Movement Facilitator, Yoga & Pilates Instructor
Fatma Nur Bilgin – Somatic Body Practitioner, Pilates Instructor

Both guide the process with their holistic approaches that bring together different disciplines.

Special Gift

All participants are invited to a complimentary 60-minute one-on-one Deep Touch Mentorship® session. This session is designed to provide orientation and personal adaptation to the process.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Do I need to have done Pilates before to participate in this training?

   No. The training is structured for beginners. Each participant is supported step-by-step.

2. Where and how will the training take place?

   All training is conducted live online via Zoom. Live sessions are recorded so participants can watch them again at any time.

3. Will I receive a document at the end of the training?

   Yes. A total of 80 hours of Yosomind Academy Approved Instructor Certificate will be issued.

4. Is it mandatory to attend live classes?

   Yes. To receive a certificate, it is mandatory to attend at least 45 hours of the 50-hour live course.

5. Will there be an exam at the end of the training?

   No. Evaluation is completed through practical lessons and feedback throughout the training. There is no additional exam.

6. Why are the somatic and fascia modules so important?

   Because these two modules are not found in classical Pilates training, they teach you to address the body as a whole and add depth to your coaching.

7. When will the Deep Touch Mentorship® session take place?

   After the training is completed, a one-on-one session is scheduled at a convenient time. It is personalized for each participant. The session duration is 1 hour.

8. How do practice days work?

   In these meetings held on Saturdays, participants present lessons, make observations, and give feedback to each other.

9. Can I have a meeting with the instructor?

   Yes. You can ask all your questions directly to the instructor during the free introductory meeting before the training. (The meeting date and time will be announced later.)

10. Will there be access to educational materials?

    Yes. Each participant will be provided with detailed PDF resource files supporting the modules.

11. I decided to attend the training. What should I do to get the pre-registration and payment link?

    To pre-register, please contact us via email at info@yosomind.com. A payment link will be emailed to you after you submit your pre-registration application.