Mind Body Shepherd
Shepherd School of Pilates
The Shepherd School of Pilates is dedicated to cultivating knowledgeable, compassionate, and confident Pilates instructors through comprehensive, hands-on education. Rooted in classical principles and informed by contemporary movement science, our programs blend rigorous training with supportive mentorship. We offer a 450-hour teacher training that prepares students to work with diverse populations and sit for the National Pilates Certification exam. Whether you’re beginning your teaching journey or expanding your expertise, The Shepherd School of Pilates provides the structure, depth, and inspiration to help you thrive.
The Shepherd School of Pilates invites you to enroll in our Comprehensive 450-Hour Pilates Teacher Training Program, beginning October 2025. This immersive experience combines in-studio weekends at Studio120 in Culpeper, Va with at-home, self-paced learning, providing flexibility while preparing you to sit for the National Pilates Certification exam.
2027/2028 Dates Coming Soon!
Weekend Training Dates (Saturday & Sunday 8am-6pm):
• Principles, Anatomy, Mat
• Reformer 101
• Reformer 102
• Chair
Cadillac
• Small apparatus/props
• Special Conditions
• The Business of Pilates
Investment:
$475 per training module
$3800 paid in full
Training Includes:
• Mat, Reformer, Chair, Cadillac & Small Apparatus
• Special Populations & Adaptive Programming
• Applied Anatomy & Movement Principles
• Hands-On Mentorship & Structured Evaluations
Whether you’re beginning a fulfilling new career or seeking to deepen your practice, this training offers the structure, support, and inspiration to grow as a confident, knowledgeable teacher.