Upcoming PILATES Teacher Trainings, Workshops & Events
SYDNEY JULY WORKSHOPS
Sydney WoRKSHOPS • July 2026
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A practical workshop series for Pilates instructors wanting to improve their cueing, class flow, programming, confidence, and hands-on teaching skills.
Designed for real-world teaching application, each workshop provides strategies you can immediately use in your own classes.
Attend a single workshop or join multiple sessions and save with multi-workshop discounts.
📍 Sydney, Australia
💻 Virtual attendance available for selected workshops
🎓 Suitable for certified Pilates instructors and instructors currently completing their certification
Multi-Workshop Discounts
Automatic discounts are applied at checkout when booking multiple workshops.
The more workshops you attend, the more you save:
2 Workshops → Save $9.50 per ticket
3 Workshops → Save $19.33 per ticket
4 Workshops → Save $29.25 per ticket
Attend the full series and receive over $100 in savings.
Advanced Reformer: Teaching Beyond the Basics
📅 Saturday 4th July 2026
⏰ 2:30 PM – 6:00 PM
⏱️ 3.5 Hours
A practical workshop for certified Pilates instructors wanting to confidently teach advanced Reformer exercises in modern group environments.
Topics include:
• Advanced exercises and progressions
• Technical teaching strategies
• Exercise preparation and prerequisites
• Common mistakes and troubleshooting
• Modifications and regressions
• Teaching advanced exercises safely and effectively
This workshop is designed to help instructors bridge the gap between intermediate and advanced programming while maintaining accessibility and client success.
CUE LIKE A PRO
The Chrisen Method FOR CUEING & LAYERING
📅 Sunday 5th July 2026
⏰ 1:30 PM – 5:00 PM
⏱️ 3.5 Hours
Most instructors don’t need more exercises.
They need a better system.
This is one of Chrisen’s signature workshops, focused on helping instructors sound more professional, improve communication skills, and confidently manage mixed-level classes.
Built from over 20,000 Pilates classes taught, this workshop breaks down the framework used to create classes that feel clear, structured, intentional, and professional.
Topics include:
• Cueing structure and communication systems
• Layering exercises from regressions to progressions
• Managing multiple levels in the same class
• Making better decisions on the fly
• Reducing over-cueing and information overload
• Teaching with greater confidence
• Creating classes that feel structured and professional
• Improving class flow and client experience
You’ll leave with:
• A reliable framework for teaching mixed-level classes
• More confidence making decisions in real time
• Clear cueing systems that improve communication
• Practical tools you can apply immediately in your own classes
Ideal for instructors wanting to create more polished, professional, and effective classes without constantly second-guessing themselves.
Tactile Cueing FOR MAT: The Art of Hands-On Teaching
📅 Saturday 11th July 2026
⏰ 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
⏱️ 3 Hours
A practical workshop exploring how touch can be used to improve movement understanding, body awareness, and teaching effectiveness.
Topics include:
• When to use tactile cueing
• Consent and professional boundaries
• Practical tactile cueing strategies
• Common mistakes instructors make
• Building confidence using touch
• Hands-on applications for Pilates exercises
This workshop is highly practical and includes live demonstrations and partner work throughout the session.
Mat Pilates Flow & Transitions
📅 Sunday 12th July 2026
⏰ 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
⏱️ 3 Hours
One of the biggest differences between an average Mat class and an exceptional Mat class is flow.
This workshop explores sequencing, transitions, class structure, and programming strategies that help create smoother, more engaging classes.
Topics include:
• Programming principles for Mat Pilates
• Creating seamless transitions
• Managing class energy and pacing
• Building effective progressions
• Layering exercises and movement options
• Keeping clients engaged throughout class
Perfect for instructors wanting to create classes that feel professional, polished, and purposeful.
About Chrisen
Chrisen is a Pilates educator with a BSc in Anatomy and over 16 years of experience in the Pilates industry.
Having taught more than 20,000 classes and trained over 500 Pilates instructors across multiple countries, Chrisen is known for making complex concepts practical, accessible, and immediately applicable in real-world teaching environments.
A presenter at industry events and international Pilates education conferences, Chrisen specialises in helping instructors develop stronger cueing, programming, class flow, confidence, and teaching skills.
His approach combines traditional Pilates principles with evidence-based movement science, equipping instructors with practical tools to teach a wide range of clients and settings with greater confidence and clarity.
His goal is to help instructors stand out in a competitive industry, become highly sought-after teachers, and build long, rewarding, and in-demand careers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to attend all workshops?
No. Each workshop can be attended individually. However, many instructors choose to attend multiple workshops to maximise their learning and take advantage of the multi-workshop discounts.
Will I receive a discount if I book multiple workshops?
Yes.
Automatic discounts are applied at checkout when booking multiple workshops as part of the Sydney Instructor Development Series.
2 Workshops → Save $9.50 per ticket
3 Workshops → Save $19.33 per ticket
4 Workshops → Save $29.25 per ticket
The full workshop series works out to less than $150 per workshop and provides the greatest overall saving.
No discount codes are required. Simply add your selected workshops to your booking and the discount will be applied automatically at checkout.
Are these workshops suitable for newly qualified instructors?
Yes. The workshops are suitable for both newly qualified and experienced instructors.
Can I attend virtually?
Virtual attendance is available for selected workshops. Please refer to the individual workshop pages for availability.
Where are the workshops held?
4th (Advanced Reformer) & 5th July (Layering) is held at Pilates On King, Newtown
11th July (Mat Pilates Tactile) is held at Yoga Loft, Surry Hills
12th July (Flow & Transitions) is held at Krama Yoga, Newtown
Do I need to bring anything?
Comfortable clothing, a notebook, and a willingness to learn.
Can’t make it in person?
Advanced Reformer
ADVANCED REFORMER
TEACHING BEYOND THE BASICS
Sydney Workshop | 3.5 Hours
Advanced Reformer is designed for certified Pilates instructors wanting to expand their teaching skills beyond beginner and intermediate programming.
This workshop explores how to teach advanced exercises with greater confidence, control, and professionalism in modern Pilates environments.
The focus of this workshop is practical application and real teaching strategies instructors can immediately use inside their own classes.
You’ll Learn:
Advanced exercises and progressions
Layering strategies for mixed-level group classes
Technical breakdowns of advanced movements
Teaching strategies for group settings
How to safely regress complex exercises
Flow, pacing, and programming concepts
Common mistakes instructors make with advanced work
The goal is not to show off “hard exercises.”
The goal is to help instructors understand how to teach advanced movement intelligently, safely, and effectively with confidence.
Expect a strong focus on:
Precision
Practicality
Real teaching application
Modern group Reformer environments
Suitable For:
Certified Pilates instructors
Instructors wanting to improve confidence with advanced programming
All Workshops Include:
Take-home notes/workbook
Q&A with Chrisen
Practical teaching application
Small group learning environment
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Can’t make it in person?
CUE & LAYER LIKE A PRO
CUE & LAYER LIKE A PRO
THE CHRISEN METHOD for CUEING & LAYERING
Sydney Workshop | 3 - 3.5 Hours
Cue & Layer Like a Pro is one of Chrisen’s signature workshops designed to help Pilates instructors sound more professional, teach with greater clarity, and confidently manage mixed-level group classes.
This workshop focuses on the real-world teaching skills that separate beginner instructors from experienced educators.
The goal is simple:
To give instructors practical teaching tools they can immediately apply inside their own classes.
You’ll Learn:
How to structure your cueing clearly
Layering systems for different client levels
How to improve class flow and transitions
Ways to reduce over-cueing and “word vomit”
How to teach with more confidence and authority
Strategies for creating classes that feel intentional and professional
This is not about learning complicated choreography or fancy exercises.
It’s about refining the way you teach.
Whether you’re newly certified or already teaching regularly, this workshop will help you develop stronger communication skills, better class management, and a clearer teaching style.
Expect practical teaching concepts, real examples, group exercises, and immediately usable strategies you can take straight into your classes.
Suitable For:
New instructors
Intermediate instructors
Reformer and Mat Pilates teachers
Classical instructors who want to teach large group classes
Instructors wanting more confidence in group classes
All Workshops Include:
Take-home notes/workbook
Q&A with Chrisen
Practical teaching application
Small group learning environment
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Can’t make it in person?
TACTILE CUEING FOR MAT PILATES
TACTILE CUEING FOR MAT PILATES
THE ART OF HANDS-ON TEACHING
Sydney Workshop | 3.5Hours
Tactile Cueing for Mat Pilates explores how intentional touch can improve movement quality, body awareness, confidence, and client understanding.
This workshop is designed to help instructors feel more confident using hands-on teaching in a professional, clear, and effective way.
The focus of this workshop is practical application and tactile teaching strategies instructors can immediately use inside their own classes.
You’ll Learn:
When tactile cueing is most effective
How to use touch professionally and appropriately
Consent and communication around hands-on teaching
Practical tactile assists for common Mat Pilates exercises
How tactile cueing can reduce over-explaining
Ways to improve positioning and movement quality quickly
This workshop focuses heavily on practical teaching application rather than complicated theory.
Sometimes clients don’t need more words.
They need clearer feedback.
Expect practical demonstrations, partner work, tactile teaching drills, and strategies you can immediately apply inside your own classes.
Suitable For:
Pilates instructors
Mat and Reformer teachers
New and experienced instructors wanting stronger hands-on teaching skills
All Workshops Include:
Take-home notes/workbook
Q&A with Chrisen
Practical teaching application
Small group learning environment
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Can’t make it in person?
MAT PILATES FLOW & TRANSITIONS
MAT PILATES FLOW & TRANSITIONS
TEACHING CLASSES THAT FEEL SMOOTH, INTENTIONAL & PROFESSIONAL
Sydney Workshop | 3.5 Hours
Mat Pilates instructors often struggle with transitions, pacing, sequencing, and keeping classes flowing naturally.
This workshop is designed to help instructors create Mat classes that feel connected, smooth, intentional, and professionally structured.
The focus is practical programming strategies instructors can immediately apply inside their own classes.
You’ll Learn:
How to structure a Mat Pilates class effectively
Transition strategies that improve class flow
How to reduce awkward stops and dead time
Sequencing concepts that create smoother movement experiences
Energy management and pacing
How to make classes feel cohesive rather than random
Common mistakes instructors make with flow and transitions
This workshop is not about memorising hundreds of exercises.
It’s about understanding how to think like a strong Mat Pilates instructor.
Expect practical teaching concepts, programming drills, sequencing exercises, and real-world teaching strategies you can immediately apply.
Suitable For:
Pilates instructors
Mat Pilates teachers
New and experienced instructors
Instructors wanting smoother class flow and stronger sequencing skills
All Workshops Include:
Take-home notes/workbook
Q&A with Chrisen
Practical teaching application
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Can’t make it in person?
Perth Workshops & Masterclasses
Perth Pilates Instructor Workshops & Masterclasses
17–18 July 2026
Chrisen Presence is coming to Perth for a practical weekend of Pilates instructor education at Heartbeat High Pilates.
Designed for qualified Pilates instructors and teachers-in-training, this workshop series focuses on the skills that make the biggest difference in real-world teaching: cueing, hands-on teaching, anatomy, programming, and advanced Reformer instruction.
Expect practical learning, movement, discussion, and evidence-informed strategies you can immediately apply in your own classes and private sessions.
WORKSHOPS
Advanced Reformer: Teaching Beyond the Basics (SOLD OUT)
A practical workshop for certified Pilates instructors wanting to confidently teach advanced Reformer exercises from the original Pilates repertoire in modern group environments.
Learn how to safely progress clients towards advanced exercises, adapt repertoire for mixed-ability classes, and use effective layering and teaching strategies that make advanced movement more accessible, challenging, and successful.
Understanding the Core: Anatomy for Pilates Instructors
An anatomy workshop designed specifically for Pilates teachers.
Explore how the abdominal wall, diaphragm, pelvic floor and deep trunk muscles work together to create stability, movement and efficient breathing. You’ll leave with a clearer understanding of core function and practical ways to apply anatomy directly to your cueing and exercise selection.
If you’ve ever wondered why “engage your core” isn’t always an effective cue, this workshop is for you.
Hands-On Cueing: The Art of Tactile Teaching
Discover how touch can improve body awareness, movement quality and client understanding.
This highly practical workshop explores tactile cueing techniques, consent and professional boundaries, and when hands-on teaching can have the greatest impact.
You’ll spend the majority of the workshop practising a wide range of hands-on techniques that you can immediately apply in both group classes and private sessions.
Your Cue Isn’t Wrong. It’s Incomplete.
Many instructors know what they’re trying to teach but struggle to help clients actually feel or perform the movement.
This workshop explores the theory behind effective cueing, actionable communication strategies, and mind-to-muscle connection to help clients move with greater confidence and precision.
If you’ve ever found yourself repeating cues you’ve heard from other instructors without fully understanding why they work—or why they sometimes don’t—this workshop is for you.
If you’re passionate about teaching with greater precision, helping clients feel the right muscles, and understanding the reasoning behind every cue you give, you’ll leave with a completely new way of thinking about cueing.
MASTERCLASSES
A limited number of instructor-focused Reformer masterclasses will also be available throughout the weekend, giving participants the opportunity to experience Chrisen’s teaching style and apply the concepts explored throughout the workshops.
WHO IS THIS FOR?
Qualified Pilates instructors
Pilates teachers-in-training
Studio owners
Instructors wanting greater confidence in their cueing, programming and teaching
Whether you’ve been teaching for six months or sixteen years, you’ll leave with practical skills you can immediately apply in your own classes.
LOCATION
Heartbeat High Pilates
Perth, Western Australia
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The Pilates Retreat Portugal 2026
The Pilates Retreat Portugal 2026
SOLD OUT
The Pilates Retreat Portugal 2026 is officially sold out.
From 7–12 September 2026, a small group of Pilates enthusiasts and instructors will join Chrisen Presence, Joshua Norris-Ongso and Xavier Fabrega for six unforgettable days of movement, learning, connection and relaxation in the beautiful Alentejo region of Portugal.
Hosted at Gandum Village, the retreat includes daily Pilates and movement sessions, mentorship from three internationally experienced educators, accommodation, all meals, massage, and access to the retreat facilities. Guests will also have the opportunity to enjoy the stunning Portuguese countryside, relax by the pool, and participate in optional local excursions.
Thank you to everyone who secured a place. We can’t wait to welcome you to Portugal in September 2026.
Missed out? Join the waitlist to be notified if a place becomes available and to receive updates about future retreats.
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Injury-Informed Pilates
Injury-Informed Pilates: Teaching with Confidence & Care
Join Chrisen for a 3-hour instructor development workshop focused on understanding and working with common injuries in the Pilates setting. This session is designed to help instructors build confidence when modifying exercises, improving client communication, and creating safe, effective movement experiences for clients with injury considerations.
Through practical discussion, movement application, and teaching strategies, instructors will gain valuable tools to better support clients while maintaining intelligent and intentional programming.
Date: 27 June 2026 (Saturday)
Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Location: Hi Pilates Macquarie Park Studio
Duration: 3 Hours
Investment: $179
Layering & Cueing — The Chrisen Pilates Method
👉 [Secure Your Spot — Early Bird $170]
Most instructors don’t need more exercises.
They need a better system.
This is the system I use in every class.
This workshop breaks down the exact system I use in my own classes — built over 20,000+ Pilates sessions — to run mixed-level classes that are clear, structured, and consistently full.
If you’ve ever felt like:
Your classes feel messy or inconsistent
You’re overthinking what to teach
You struggle to manage different levels at the same time
Your cueing doesn’t always land the way you want
This workshop will fix that.
What You’ll Learn
A reliable, repeatable system for layering exercises (regressions → progressions → flow)
How to manage multiple levels in the same class without losing control
How to make your classes feel structured and intentional — not random
Cueing strategies that actually make sense to clients and keep your classes flowing
How to adjust in real time without overthinking or stopping the class
This is the exact method I use in every class — and the reason my classes are busy and waitlisted.
The Focus
This is not about learning new exercises.
It’s about teaching what you already know better.
You’ll leave with:
A clear framework you can rely on
More confidence running mixed-level classes
Practical tools you can apply immediately
Who It’s For
Certified Pilates instructors
New instructors who want structure and clarity
Instructors who want a more consistent, reliable way to run their classes
Pricing
Early Bird: $170 AUD
Standard: $210 AUD
Early bird available for a limited time or until sold out.
👉 [Secure Your Spot — Early Bird $170]
Booking
Limited to spots.
Advanced Classical Reformer
👉 [Secure Your Spot — Early Bird $130]
Ready to start teaching advanced work more confidently in your group Reformer classes?
In this 2-hour workshop, I’ll break down how to teach advanced classical exercises in a way that is clear, structured, and that actually works in a real group setting.
Using key exercises including Teaser, Tendon Stretch, Tree, Breaststroke, and Horseback, we’ll look at:
How to introduce advanced exercises without overwhelming your clients
How to manage different levels as exercises become more complex
How to maintain flow without overcomplicating your class
How to teach advanced work with more confidence and control
This is based on what I’ve learned teaching over 20,000 Pilates classes.
This is not about flashy programming for the sake of it. It’s about making advanced exercises teachable.
You’ll leave with practical tools, clearer teaching strategies, and more confidence bringing advanced classical work into your classes.
Who It’s For
Certified Pilates instructors
Instructors with a solid foundation who want to build more confidence teaching advanced work
Instructors who want practical strategies they can apply straight away
Pricing
Early Bird: $130 AUD
Standard: $160 AUD
Early bird available for a limited time or until sold out.
👉 [Secure Your Spot — Early Bird $130]
Booking
This is a small-group workshop, limited to 8 instructors.
Teach Like a Pro: Advanced Reformer Masterclass
Teach Like a Pro: Advanced Reformer Masterclass
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Many instructors shy away from teaching the classical advanced repertoire in group settings — unsure how to make it safe, achievable, and relevant for their clients.
This workshop changes that!
Across three hours of highly physical, practical learning, you’ll move through the advanced Reformer exercises yourself while building a clear, structured framework for teaching them with confidence. Each exercise will be broken down into its purpose, key teaching points, and layered progressions — helping you translate advanced movement into accessible teaching.
You’ll learn:
A systematic approach for introducing advanced exercises in group settings
How to structure and layer advanced Reformer sequences
Cueing strategies for precision, control, and pace
A detailed breakdown of Teaser, Tree, Horseback, Tendon Stretch, and Snake — including regressions, transitions, and modern variations
By the end, you’ll feel confident teaching these classical movements in real-world classes — understanding not just how to perform them, but how to teach them so your clients can truly progress.
📅 Sunday 9th November 2025
📍 Pilates On King, Newtown
⏰ 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM (3 hours)
Investment:
In Person: $175 AUD Early Bird | $195 Full Price
Virtual Live Access: $125 AUD (includes live access + 7-day replay)
Virtual REPLAY ONLY: $95 AUD
Prefer to pay via direct transfer (fee-free)? Just get in touch — I will be happy to arrange it for you.
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Tactile Cueing Mastery: The Art of Hands-On Teaching
Tactile Cueing: The Art of Hands-On Teaching
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Tactile cueing is one of the most under-taught — yet most transformative — skills in a Pilates instructor’s toolkit.
It’s often the missing link that helps clients finally feel what you’ve been trying to explain verbally.
In this 80% practical, 20% theory workshop, you’ll learn how to use hands-on cueing and assists with confidence, clarity, and purpose.
You’ll practise directly with other instructors and walk away with skills you can apply instantly in both group classes and 1:1 sessions.
You’ll learn:
When and where tactile cueing is most effective
How to adapt your touch for safety and success
Key anatomy-based assists for common Reformer exercises
How to communicate consent and build trust through professional touch
This workshop is a game-changer for instructors who want to create deeper connection, faster client breakthroughs, and lasting movement quality — especially for tactile learners.
📅 Saturday 8th November 2025
📍 Pilates On King, Newtown
⏰ 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM (3 hours)
Investment:
In-Person: $175 AUD Early Bird | $195 Full Price
Virtual Live Access: $125 AUD (includes live access + 7-day replay)
Virtual REPLAY ONLY: $95 AUD
Prefer to pay via direct transfer (fee-free)? Just get in touch — I will be happy to arrange it for you.
RESERVE YOUR PLACE HERE
Group Mentoring: October Intake - 1 SPOT LEFT
Group Mentoring for Pilates Instructors
Ready to grow as a Pilates instructor? ✨
Group Mentoring is a 6-week small group program where you’ll gain practical support with class planning, cueing, corrections, confidence, and more. Each group is capped at 6 people, so you’ll receive personalised feedback while also learning alongside other instructors.
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How It Works
6 weeks of small group learning
90-minute live sessions each week
Max 6 people per group
Live feedback each week — one person teaches a short sequence (this is optional)
Weekly spotlight topics tailored to your group’s needs and interests
20-min 1:1 call before we start to set your goals
Private WhatsApp group for check-ins, questions, and daily support
October 2025 Intake
🗓 Starts Saturday 18 October 2025
(Starts Friday 17 October 2025 for North America)
📍 Virtual (Zoom) – join from anywhere 🌍
Australian times: Saturday 1 PM Sydney / 12 PM Brisbane / 12:30 PM Adelaide / 11 AM Perth
New Zealand time: Saturday 3pm Auckland
North America times: Friday New York / Friday 8 PM Los Angeles / Friday 10 PM Mexico City
Europe times: Saturday 3 AM London / Saturday 4 AM Paris
Dates: 18 Oct, 25 Oct, 1 Nov, 15 Nov, 22 Nov, 29 Nov
(8 Nov break )
Investment & Payment Options
$550 AUD total
(≈ $355 USD / £285 GBP / €330 EUR)
Deposit option: Pay $150 now to secure your spot; balance ($400) due by 18 October 2025.
Payment options: Bank transfer (no fees) & Credit Card (fees apply)
Can’t make every week? No problem! Recordings + WhatsApp support keep you on track.
Ready To Join?
Once you’ve applied, I’ll email you the details to confirm your place.