Support for Pilates teachers — at every stage.
Teaching Pilates can feel isolating.
You're expected to know the answers, follow the system, manage clients, and somehow figure out your own voice along the way.
Here, education goes beyond choreography and manuals. This is about understanding why you teach the way you do, learning how to adapt in real time, and building confidence that carries into every class, private, and conversation with a client.
Whether you're newly certified, years into teaching, or somewhere in between — you don't have to figure it out alone.
About Me
Hi, I'm Bonnie.
I've been teaching movement for over 20 years — as a personal trainer, group fitness instructor, and Pilates teacher. Like many instructors, I started teaching Pilates before I had formal training, learning as I went and hoping I was "doing it right."
Eventually, I became one of the original students in the Balanced Body Teacher Training Program and am now an Balanced Body Educator I've taught over 10,000 classes across multiple modalities, presented at International fitness and Pilates conferences, worked in large corporate wellness spaces, small studios, and mentorship roles — and I know firsthand how overwhelming this profession can feel.
I created this space to be what I wish I had as an earlier teacher: education, practical guidance, and a supportive place to ask questions, explore ideas, and grow into your own teaching voice.
credentials
- Comprehensive Pilates Instructor Certification (Balanced Body)
- Nationally Certified Pilates Teacher (NCPT)
- American College of Sports Medicine Certified Exercise Physiologist
- Balanced Body Educator
Programs & Offerings
Ready to grow?
Whether you're looking for teaching ideas, a community of other teachers, or ongoing mentorship, you’re in the right place
Support for Pilates teachers — at every stage.
Unsure Where To Start?
You don’t have to figure this out alone. If you’re exploring certification, looking for ongoing mentorship, or just trying to decide what kind of support makes sense right now.
I know the investment of time, money, and energy this work requires, and I care about making sure it’s the right fit for you. No pressure. Just a real conversation about where you are, what you need, and how I can help.
Kind Words
What clients & instructors say
“Finding your mentorship has been one of the most impactful parts of my year. It has helped me stay committed to this path and not give up, even when setbacks arose. Having guidance, support and accountability has made all the difference, and it has truly been one of the best investments I’ve made in 2025.”
-Â Lorena
“Wow, kind of blown away right now! The personalized attention to helping me become a better instructor is absolutely appreciated more than I can express”
-Â Vanessa
“Bonnie, you’ve been the mentor I needed and been looking for! I tear up just thinking about how many times you’ve been there for me, during the times I’ve felt lost, and how you’re always there when I have questions- the videos, talking through routines, I can’t thank you enough for being such an amazing mentor. Thank you so much”
-Â Joyce
EducationÂ
Train with a Balanced Body Educator
My approach is practical, direct, honest and FUN! Â
You won’t just memorize exercises. You’ll learn WHY they work, how to see what’s happening in the body in front of you, and how to teach with clarity and confidence.
Comprehensive Pilates Teacher Training through Balanced Body, taught in small groups where you’re seen and guided every step of the way.
Our Balanced Body Education is rooted in the original method and movement science.  Classes are taught from a movement principle perspective where you will learn class design and client specific exercise applications. Our acclaimed manuals and video support will guide you. There simply is no better education path than the one that starts here.
Blog
Thoughts from the teaching floor
Reflections on teaching, cueing, confidence, boundaries, and the real-life experiences that shape us as Pilates instructors.
Less perfection. More real Teaching.Â
Come see what that actually looks like
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