Certifications
YMCA certified. Internationally recognised.
Graduating from our courses gives you Level 3 Pilates qualifications recognised across the UK and accepted by reputable studios, gyms, leisure providers and insurers worldwide.
What you earn
Two strands, one career path.
YMCA Awards
Level 3 qualifications
YMCA Awards is one of the UK's leading awarding organisations for active leisure. The Level 3 Matwork qualification is the recognised entry route into teaching Pilates; the Reformer and apparatus training builds on it.
- YMCA certified
- Accepted across UK studios and leisure providers
- Recognised by the major UK fitness insurers
CIMSPA
Professional recognition
CIMSPA is the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity. Our training is built around the professional standards employers look for in a Pilates instructor.
- Recognised employer benchmark
- Continuing professional development pathway
- A foundation for professional registration
What employers see
A portable, recognised record.
The wording on your certificate — which awarding body issued it, and the recognition behind it. This is what a studio owner or insurer checks when you apply.
Level 3 Diploma in Teaching Pilates (Matwork)
Awarded by
YMCA Awards
Recognition
Recognised UK awarding organisation
Level 3 Reformer & Apparatus Teacher Training
Awarded by
YMCA Awards
Recognition
Recognised UK awarding organisation
CIMSPA professional recognition
Awarded by
CIMSPA
Recognition
UK professional body for sport & physical activity
FAQ
Common questions about certifications
Is the qualification recognised internationally?
Yes. Our Level 3 YMCA certified Pilates qualifications are widely recognised across the UK and Ireland and accepted by studios, gyms and insurers internationally.
Do I need insurance to teach?
Yes. Once qualified you'll need professional indemnity and public liability insurance. We can introduce you to UK insurers who recognise our qualifications.
Can I transfer from another provider's qualification?
Often, yes. We can review your existing qualifications and place you at the right stage of the course.
What is CIMSPA?
CIMSPA is the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity — the professional body for the UK fitness sector and a benchmark for employer recognition.