TEACHER TRAINING COURSES
Whether you’re expanding your Pilates education or preparing to certify, Samantha’s intimate teacher training courses offer small-group mentorship, hands-on experience, and personalized feedback designed to help you grow into a confident, creative, and capable instructor.
Why Train With Samantha
With over 11 years of full-time teaching experience (20+ hours a week for the last decade) and a background that includes studio management, lead instruction, and mentoring teachers, Samantha brings an intuitive, movement-informed, and heart-centered approach to Pilates education — grounded in how the body connects, moves, and builds strength.
What makes Samantha’s trainings unique:
Intimate, small-group setting for deep mentorship and individualized feedback
1 on 1 sessions with Samantha to deepen your practice and understanding of the material
Comprehensive manuals and clear, supportive test-out guidance
Trainings include learning the Classical repertoire, learning Contemporary exercises, and guidance and teaching on how to create a flow and class with these exercises
Real-time coaching and post-training mentorship to help you integrate what you learn
Flexible 3- or 6-month payment plans
A balance of serious training with plenty of laughter and connection — because growth should feel good
“Pursuing my teacher training with Samantha Gipson was one of the best decisions I've made! Sam is such a gifted instructor - clear, supportive, and incredibly knowledgeable - and I am grateful to have learned from one of the best. She not only taught the exercises, but also how to teach - how to program thoughtful classes, guide students, and create a welcoming, safe environment for everyone. Because of her thorough and thoughtful instruction, I felt prepared and confident to begin teaching and was even hired before finishing my certification. Sam attracts a wonderful group of folks to her training, and I think we all feel lucky to have experienced and learned from her special brand of magic!”
-Kim Kopp
TRAINING DETAILS
CHAIR I & II TEACHER TRAINING
MARCH 7-8, 2026
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Dates: Saturday, March 7 & Sunday, March 8, 2026
Time: TBD
Location: Atlanta, GA
Price: $700
3 or 6 month payment plan options available.
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10 hours of in-person training
Training and guidance on how to teach and create a full chair and mat class and flow
2 private sessions with Samantha (scheduled separately)
Written test-out (multiple choice)
1.5-hour in-person test-out
50-minute student taught class
40 min verbal/demo feedback and mentoring from Samantha
Written feedback to reference later
Printed manual
Ongoing email/text support from Samantha for questions and breakthroughs
LADDER BARREL & LARGE PROPS TEACHER TRAINING
APRIL 18-19, 2026
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Includes: Ladder Barrel, Spine Corrector, Jumpboard
Dates: Saturday, April 18 & Sunday, April 19, 2026
Time: TBD
Location: Atlanta, GA
Price: $700
3 or 6 month payment plan options available.
Payment Plans: 3- or 6-month options available
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10 hours of in-person training
Guidance and training on how to teach a class and flow using these props
2 private sessions with Samantha (scheduled separately)
Written test-out (multiple choice)
1.5-hour in-person test-out
50-minute student taught class
40 min verbal/demo feedback and mentoring from Samantha
Written feedback to reference later
Printed manual
Ongoing email/text support from Samantha for questions and breakthroughs
Who Will Benefit From These Trainings
Aspiring Instructors
If you’re working toward your comprehensive Pilates certification, these courses will help you refine your understanding of the method, strengthen your teaching voice, and build the confidence to lead with clarity and authenticity.
Certified Teachers
Earn continuing education hours while deepening your practice and expanding your teaching toolkit.
Movement Professionals
Ideal for yoga, barre, and fitness instructors looking to integrate Pilates principles and equipment into their programming.
Reserve Your Training Spot
Want to chat with me and ask some more questions before registering?
Space is limited to maintain small-group learning and personalized feedback.
Don’t miss your chance to join us — register today!