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Mat Pilates Teacher Training

Mat Pilates Teacher Training Amsterdam, 50 Hours in 3 Weekends

Do you want to understand Pilates more deeply, teach with more confidence, or grow into conscious movement? The Mat Pilates Teacher Training at Thrive Yoga & Pilates in Amsterdam helps you move and teach with more knowledge, confidence and body awareness.

In this small-scale 50-hour Pilates training you learn the foundations of mat Pilates: anatomy, alignment, sequencing and cueing. You build technical knowledge, and just as much a feel for movement, breath and personal guidance.

Across three intensive and inspiring weekends you discover the Pilates Method from the inside out. You learn how to build exercises safely and effectively, how to give clear cues, and how to guide your students with care.

The Mat Pilates Teacher Training is led by Myriam Schwarz, a Pilates and yoga teacher with more than ten years of experience in teaching, movement and mindful training.

We work with a small group on purpose, so there is plenty of room for personal feedback, practice and depth.

You go home with knowledge, confidence and a certificate.

Start: Pilates Teacher Training November 2026.

Early Bird: €1,350 when you register before 1 September (max. 12 places).

Register now or book an intro call with Myriam.

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Why this training at thrive?

Small and personal

With 4 to a maximum of 12 participants, you know each other by name and you get real, individual attention. No anonymous large group, but a space where you feel free to practise, ask questions and make mistakes.

A strong base in technique and anatomy

You do not only learn the exercises, you also understand why movement works. We give attention to alignment, breath, core activation and safe teaching.

CRKBO-certified

The training is exempt from VAT through the CRKBO, the quality register for short professional education. That means recognised quality, and if you follow the training for business purposes, no VAT on top of the price.

Discount on classes in Amsterdam Oost

As a participant in training you receive a discount on a monthly membership or class card at Thrive. So alongside the weekends you can keep practising, take classes and immerse yourself in the Pilates practice, close to where you live or work.

What does the training look like?

In each weekend we cover the foundations of Mat Pilates and you learn how to build a class, give instructions and guide your students.

We start each day with a practice, followed by theory: functional anatomy, breath, core stability and movement principles.

After lunch we work on a learning-by-doing basis. You practise teaching, observe others and learn how to adapt exercises to different bodies and levels. We close with a shared practice or teaching lab.

The Pilates Method

The Mat Pilates method focuses on controlled, conscious movement from the centre of the body, the core. You learn how to balance stability, mobility and strength, and how to apply movement functionally in daily life.

We give attention to alignment, breath and the development of body awareness, so you can move and teach safely and effectively.

Curriculum - Subject Areas

Functional Anatomy

You learn about the skeleton, joints, muscles and the interplay between stability and mobility. You develop insight into postural patterns and learn how to adapt exercises to individual bodies.

Exercises & Technique

We take the time to analyse the classic and modern Mat Pilates exercises. You learn variations, regressions and progressions, and how to give clear and effective instructions.

Breath & Core

Breath is the foundation of Pilates. You learn how breath works together with core activation and how to apply this in exercises and classes.

Teaching & Sequencing

You learn how to build a class through sequencing, how to give safe and clear cues, and how to guide students of different levels and needs.

Posture & Alignment

You develop a sharp eye for posture and movement. You learn how to help students improve their alignment and movement quality.

Who is this training for?

This 50-hour mat Pilates training suits anyone who wants to deepen their own practice, learn the foundations of Mat Pilates and become a Pilates teacher. You do not need to have completed a teacher training before, but some experience with Mat Pilates is required.

This Pilates training in Amsterdam is a good fit for:

  • People who want to become a Pilates teacher
  • Yoga teachers who want to add Pilates to their classes
  • Personal trainers and movement professionals
  • Athletes who want to move more functionally
  • Participants who want to deepen their own Pilates practice

 

You do not need advanced Pilates experience. Motivation, curiosity and an interest in movement matter more than perfection.

Let’s meet

We are glad you are interested in the mat Pilates training. Do you have questions, or do you want to know whether this training really fits you? Book a call or video meeting with teacher Myriam, sign up as interested through the form below, or join one of our information sessions.

During an information session you can:

  • Get to know Myriam in person
  • Ask all your questions
  • Align the methodology with your expectations
  • Clear up any doubts
  • Meet fellow students

Dates and locations:

  • Saturday 3 oktober, 15:00 – 16:00, studio Zeeburg
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About the teacher Myriam Schwarz

My name is Myriam. In 2008 I started Pilates to build a stronger back and core, and it never let me go. Since 2015 I have worked as a certified Pilates Matwork and Yoga teacher. What began as a training grew into a deep path of study and personal development. In those ten years I have guided hundreds of people, from complete beginners to advanced practitioners ready to make the step into teaching.

What drives me in teaching Pilates is the combination of precision and awareness. The dialogue between strength and softening. Understanding what happens in your body and turning that into conscious movement. In this training you learn not only the exercises, but also the insight behind them. My intention is to create a space where you can experience the positive effects of Pilates, not only in the body, but in daily life.

My classes are direct, personal and concrete. They are challenging and suitable for everyone. I believe in small groups, real attention and the power of learning by feeling and doing. Whether you want to deepen your own practice or stand in front of a group for the first time, I guide you step by step.

Reviews:

Myri’s yoga and Pilates classes are a real pleasure to follow. Everyone can join at their own level, whether you are on the mat often or now and then. Janny

Following Myriam’s classes is a feast for body and mind! Anne

Wonderful classes and a relaxed atmosphere. Friendly and welcoming. I warmly recommend Myri’s classes for all levels! Marc

Location: The School of T’ai Chi Chuan 

The training does not take place in one of the Thrive studios, but in a beautiful, special location in the centre of Amsterdam: Kerkstraat 441

A quiet and spacious studio in the middle of the Amsterdam canals. Peaceful and calm, perfect for going deeper.

Easy to reach by tram and metro, about 15 minutes from Amsterdam Central Station.

Study materials

 

Pilates Anatomy

“Your illustrated guide to mat work for core stability and balance.” This standard work supports you during and after the training. 

Author Isacowitz. Find the book here.

Thrive Pilates Reader 

This complete reader is developed especially for the mat Pilates training and is your main study guide.
 
 

Schedule and prices

 DATES 

Thrive Yoga & Pilates offers a CRKBO-certified 50-hour Mat Pilates teacher training in Amsterdam, led by Myriam Schwarz, starting in November 2026.

  • Weekend 1: Friday 6 November 19:00 to 21:00, and Saturday and Sunday 7 and 8 November 09:00 to 17:00
  • Weekend 2: Saturday and Sunday 12 and 13 December 09:00 to 17:00
  • Weekend 3: Saturday and Sunday 16 and 17 January 09:00 to 17:00

Cannot make these dates? Share your interest, with no obligation, for the Mat Pilates Teacher Training in 2027 by emailing info@thriveyoga.nl.

PRICE

€1,350 Early Bird (when you register before 1 September 2026)

€1,450 Regular price

Conditions and information

  • The training is exempt from VAT through the CRKBO (Centraal Register Kort Beroepsonderwijs).
  • As a teacher in training you receive 10% off a monthly membership or 20% off a class card during the training. We expect you to follow at least 12 Pilates classes alongside the weekends, at Thrive where possible.
  • A deposit of €250 is required on registration. We receive the remaining amount no later than four weeks before the training starts.
  • Payment in four instalments is possible (surcharge: €50, on the regular rate only).
  • The training fee includes the reader, and excludes the anatomy book and the Pilates classes outside the weekends.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Do I need prior experience with Pilates? Yes, some experience with Mat Pilates is required. You do not need to be an intensive practitioner, but you are familiar with the basic exercises. Not sure? Book an intro call with Myriam and we will look together at whether the timing is right.

Do I receive a certificate afterwards? Yes. After completing the training you receive a certificate from Thrive Yoga & Pilates. The training is exempt from VAT through the CRKBO (Centraal Register Kort Beroepsonderwijs), which shows that we meet the quality standards for professional education.

What if I cannot attend one weekend? We expect attendance at all three weekends. Do you have a special circumstance? Get in touch with us at info@thriveyoga.nl. We will see what is possible, but we cannot give guarantees.

Is this training also suitable if I only want to deepen my own practice and not teach? Absolutely. Many participants follow the training purely for themselves: to understand their own body better, break patterns and move with more strength and awareness. The certificate also qualifies you as a teacher, but you do not have to use it.

Can I pay the fee in instalments? Yes. Payment in four instalments is possible. A surcharge of €50 applies, on the regular rate of €1,450 only. A deposit of €250 is always required on registration.

How large is the group? A minimum of 4 and a maximum of 12 participants. Small groups are a deliberate choice, so you get the attention and guidance a training like this deserves.

Where does the training take place? The training takes place at The School of T’ai Chi Chuan, Kerkstraat 441 in Amsterdam. A quiet, spacious studio in the heart of the city, easy to reach by tram and metro, about 15 minutes from Amsterdam Central Station.

What is the difference between mat Pilates and reformer Pilates? Mat Pilates works with your own body weight on the mat. This develops a lot of body control, stability and awareness.

Is this training suitable for yoga teachers? Yes. Many yoga teachers follow the training to add more core strength, anatomical knowledge and functional movement to their classes.

Can I already sign up for 2027 if I cannot join this edition? Yes, send an email to info@thriveyoga.nl and we will add you to the interest list for the next edition.

Will you join the mat Pilates training 2026?

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Would you like more information?

Email us at info@thriveyoga.nl or sign up as interested.

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Drie of vijf proeflessen Yoga of Pilates

Om een goede indruk van Thrive Yoga te geven, bieden we je de keuze om te starten met:

  • 3 proeflessen binnen 2 weken (€ 30,-)
  • 5 proeflessen binnen 1 maand (€ 40,-)

Deze introductiekaart aanbieding is eenmalig verkrijgbaar wanneer je nog niet eerder lessen bij ons gevolgd hebt en alleen beschikbaar wanneer je in Amsterdam (of aangrenzende gemeenten) woonachtig bent. De lessen kunnen in alle  studio’s gebruikt worden! De perfecte manier om kennis te maken met de verschillende lessen en docenten bij Thrive. Je kunt zowel Yoga als Pilates volgen (waarvan maximaal eenmaal Aerial). We adviseren om verschillende lessen / docenten uit te proberen zodat je ons gevarieerde aanbod kan ervaren.  

Je kunt voor Zwangerschapsyoga een losse proefles volgen voor € 10,- , Als je al Thrive lid bent en een rittenkaart hebt, dan kun je deze ook eenmalig gebruiken voor een proefles zonder bijbetaling.