IM=X® Pilates and Fitness Certification Schedule
IM=X® Pilates Mat, Xercizer, Tower, Barre, Platform and Cycle certification courses are held onsite at IM=X® studio locations across the country, and live online for your convenience. Find the course and schedule that fits your needs!
Whether you’re entering the boutique fitness industry for the first time, expanding your knowledge of the IM=X® program, or preparing to open your own IM=X® studio, our training and support will give you the tools to build a rewarding career and make a difference in your community!
FAQs
The IM=X® Pilates Basic certification is open to anyone – there are no prerequisites to attend, and a fitness background is not required! You should study the corresponding course manual. We recommend attending classes at your local IM=X® Pilates studio, or experiencing home workouts with our virtual OnDemand library to familiarize yourself with the programs prior to attending. We also recommend purchasing and studying The Atlas of Human Anatomy by Frank Netter. After the IM=X® Pilates Basic certification, you are required to complete a Written Exam. After all IM=X® certification courses, you are required to complete practice hours on your own and then submit a Practical Exam. Continuing education is recommended every two years. After the IM=X® Pilates Basic certification, you are required to complete a Written Exam. After all IM=X® certification courses, you are required to complete practice hours on your own and then submit a Practical Exam. Continuing education is recommended every two years. Every single IM=X® Pilates certification course has a practical exam requirement. In your practical exam, you are expected to demonstrate your ability to teach the IM=X® Pilates program with proficiency. We’ll talk about this more in your certification course but, in general, you are tested on your ability to give good verbal and tactile cues, apply the IM=X® Pilates five fundamentals, cue the appropriate resistance and repetition, and demonstrate good timing and transitions.Who can attend an IM=X® Pilates certification course?
What should I do to prepare for my certification course?
What happens after completing my IM=X® Pilates certification?
Do I have to take a Written Exam?
What is a Practical Exam?
What are the Master Trainers looking for on the Practical Exam?
What are practice hours?
Practice hours are a series of hours in which you will practice teaching the IM=X® Pilates program on friends and family members. The IM=X® Pilates Basic certification course has a requirement of at least 40 practice hours, and these sessions help you to memorize and become proficient at teaching the program prior to taking your practical exam. Advanced certification courses have recommended practice teaching hours.
Who should I use as a client for my practice hours?
Friends and family members make the best clients for your apprentice hours. You are not permitted to take any payment for apprentice hours. You’ll want to find people who are willing to be patient with you as you practice. And practice makes perfect!
How many hours do I need to complete?
The IM=X® Pilates Basic certification course recommends at least 40 apprentice hours.
How do I record my practice hours?
You should journal each of your apprentice hours, making note of which client you worked with, which exercises you did, repetitions, spring loads and equipment changes, and a little bit about what happened in each session.
IM=X® Master Trainer Support
IM=X® Pilates and Fitness franchise studios offer a unique pathway for staff training, continuing education, and professional advancement. Every IM=X® franchise team member has the opportunity to learn directly from experienced Master Trainers, building valuable knowledge, refining their skills, and growing their confidence as fitness professionals. Through ongoing education, instructors can deepen their understanding of the science behind the IM=X® formula, learn how to effectively address the needs of a diverse range of clients, and master the best practices for delivering exceptional classes.
Investing in education is an investment in the studio business. Well-trained, confident instructors deliver a higher-quality client experience, helping strengthen member satisfaction, improve retention, and build long-term loyalty. Consistent, high-quality instruction can also generate positive word of mouth, support membership growth, and increase the lifetime value of each client. With the competitive advantage of ongoing education and professional development opportunities, IM=X® helps franchise owners cultivate stronger teams, support staff advancement, and build a more sustainable, profitable business. The IM=X® education model is designed to create value at every level—empowering instructors to grow their careers, helping studio owners strengthen their operations, and ensuring clients receive an exceptional IM=X® experience.
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