Reformer & equipment course · YMCA certified
Reformer, Tower & Wunda Chair.
Apparatus teacher training built around Reformer, Tower and Wunda Chair modules. Pick the modules you would like to train in — as a continuation of Level 3 Matwork, or for fitness professionals adding Reformer to an existing qualification.
Course at a glance
Level 3
Qualification
YMCA
Certified courses
3 modules
Reformer · Tower · Chair
Blended
Online + in-studio
£2,795
Full apparatus
Sept 2026
Next intake
The modules
Three apparatus, one apparatus qualification.
Module 01
£1,495
Reformer
The full Reformer repertoire, from foundations to advanced. Spring selection, progressions, contraindications and programming for every body.
Module 02
£650
Tower
Roll-down bar, push-through bar and leg springs. Tower additions to the Reformer for stretch, strength and stability.
Module 03
£650
Wunda Chair
The original Wunda Chair repertoire. Compact, deceptively challenging and brilliant for private clients.
Course fees
Take the full pathway, or pick your modules.
Full apparatus pathway
- Reformer module included
- Tower module included
- Wunda Chair module included
- Two interest-free instalments
Individual modules
- Reformer£1,495
- Wunda Chair£650
- Tower£650
Pay in full or across two interest-free instalments.
Prerequisites
What you need to start.
Continuation of Level 3 Matwork
With us or another reputable provider. We can advise on equivalence.
Or a fitness professional
Already qualified and adding Reformer to your existing practice? This pathway is for you.
Your educator
Dawn McCarron
Dawn McCarron leads the apparatus training — a Level 4 educator, tutor and assessor with 34 years of industry experience across Reformer, Tower and Chair.
FAQ
Common questions about the Reformer course
Do I need to be Matwork qualified first?
The Reformer course is designed as a continuation of Level 3 Matwork — with us or another reputable provider — or for fitness professionals adding Reformer to an existing qualification. We can advise on equivalence.
What does the Reformer & equipment course cover?
Apparatus teacher training built around three modules — Reformer, Tower and Wunda Chair. You graduate able to teach apparatus Pilates safely and progressively.
How much does it cost?
The full Reformer, Tower and Wunda Chair pathway is £2,795. You can also pick individual modules: Reformer £1,495, Wunda Chair £650, Tower £650. Pay in full or across two interest-free instalments.
Can I pick just the modules I want?
Yes. Choose the full apparatus pathway, or train in the individual modules that suit your goals and the equipment you teach on.
How long does it take?
Around 3 months as a continuation of the Matwork course, balancing online study with practical workshops at our studios in Poole.