Class of 2027

STOTT Reformer Training

Learn the globally respected STOTT PILATES® method

Three hands-on weekends at PeaceCore Studios in Akron, on our nine Reformers, with no more than 12 trainees.

Elizebeth Ellison training on a STOTT PILATES Reformer

Train with

Elizebeth Ellison

STOTT PILATES® Master Instructor Trainer

More than two decades of teaching Pilates with expertise, humor and heart. Elizebeth travels from Atlanta for all three weekends, so you learn from a Master Instructor Trainer at your home studio.

Three training weekends

Weekend 1

Nov 20–22, 2026

  • Fri 4:00–9:30 PM
  • Sat 1:00–6:30 PM
  • Sun 12:00–5:30 PM

Weekend 2

Jan 22–24, 2027

  • Fri 4:00–9:30 PM
  • Sat 1:00–6:30 PM
  • Sun 12:00–5:30 PM

Weekend 3

Feb 4–7, 2027

  • Thu 12:00–5:30 PM
  • Fri 4:00–9:30 PM
  • Sat 1:00–6:30 PM
  • Sun 12:00–5:30 PM

Everything you need to start teaching

What’s included

  • 50 instructional hours with a STOTT PILATES® Master Instructor Trainer
  • Hands-on time on our nine Reformers, 12 trainees max
  • Course materials: three manuals plus digital videos, valued at over $300
  • Observation and auditing of STOTT PILATES® Certified instructors
  • Mentoring and off-hours Reformer access to practice between weekends

Your investment

$2,500

Also covers your trainer’s travel and seven hotel nights in Akron, so you train at home.

Payment in full preferred; limited payment plans. Exam fees are separate.

Your path to certification

Training gives you your first 50 hours. After training, log 75 more hours and pass the STOTT PILATES® written and practical exams.

50Training course
10Observation
40Physical review
25Practice teaching
125Total hours

We’re looking for people who…

  • Have a curiosity to learn and a love of movement
  • Love Pilates, anatomy and helping others feel their best
  • Would love to teach at PeaceCore Studios as we grow
  • Are excited to join a supportive, collaborative teaching community

Questions

Does this course make me a certified STOTT PILATES® instructor?

It’s your first step. The course covers 50 of the 125 hours required. After training, you log 75 more hours of observation, physical review and practice teaching, then take the STOTT PILATES® written and practical exams.

Where is the training held?

All three weekends take place at PeaceCore Studios, 2957 South Main Street, Akron, Ohio 44319, on our nine Reformers.

Are payment plans available?

Payment in full is preferred, and a limited number of payment plans are available. Contact Lisa Conrow at (646) 246-8638 to talk through options.

Are exam fees included in tuition?

No. Tuition covers the course, materials, and your trainer’s travel and lodging. STOTT PILATES® exam fees are separate.

Reserve your place

Training is capped at 12 trainees. Contact Lisa Conrow, Co-Founder and Pilates Training Lead.

Call (646) 246-8638