Why Polestar?
There are many Pilates teacher-training courses out there to choose from. How do you pick the best for you?
At Polestar we have a programme that supports you wherever you are in your Pilates journey. Polestar education serves as both professional training and to enhance personal growth.
With Polestar Pilates our training not only teaches you Pilates exercises but to be able to thoughtfully assess and understand clients’ needs and goals using science-based techniques.
Founded in 1992, Polestar today is represented in over 50 countries worldwide, meaning that a Polestar qualification is recognised not just in the UK but globally.
Polestar also offers continuing education opportunities to help instructors have long and successful careers as Polestar Pilates practitioners.
Upcoming Courses
Continuing Education Courses
The Anatomy of Movement Through Touch – What Am I Feeling? w/ Diane Nye
17th Apr 2027 - 17th Apr 2027
With daily movement, good nutrition, and stress reduction, we can significantly improve world health and reduce the burden on families and health care systems.
Dr Brent Anderson, Polestar Founder
The Polestar way
We train the world’s most respected Pilates Teachers. The Polestar approach is holistic and trains you to asses the whole person; physically, psychologically, emotionally and spiritually.
Polestar Teacher Training equips you with the practical skills needed to become a Pilates Teacher of the highest calibre, confident with assessment techniques, mat exercises, movement sequences and the application of the Polestar Principles.
The Polestar Pilates curriculum has earned the reputation worldwide as the most scientifically sound Pilates curriculum, setting the standard in Pilates education.
Recent News
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What is Pathokinesiology, and why should movement teachers care?
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Reformer Pilates Instructor Course UK: Do You Need Mat Training First?
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Why Is the Pilates Industry Investing in Education, Not Expansion?
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What can a change in movement tell you?
Pathokinesiology explores how pathology, injury and disease influence movement, helping movement teachers observe more thoughtfully, ask better questions and make informed choices within their scope of practice.
Discover why this perspective matters in our latest article. Read the full article via the link in our bio.
Want to explore the subject further?
Join Dr Brent Anderson for Introduction to Pathokinesiology in London on 29 November.
#pathokinesiology #movementeducation #pilatesteacher #continuingeducation #polestarpilatesuk
Everyone can choose their own Reformer but if the carriage comes with its own sound effects, we may have questions. 😅
A good deal is always welcome, but quality, stability and correct setup matter when safety is involved.
#pilateshumour #reformerpilates #pilatesteacher #movementprofessionals #polestarpilatesuk
New to Pilates and not sure where to begin?
Start with two private 1:1 sessions for £99, tailored to your body, your goals and your experience at our King’s Cross studio.
Book your Intro Offer online via the link in our bio.
#pilateslondon #onetoonepilates #pilatesbeginner #kingscrosslondon #polestarpilatesuk
Teacher training is about more than learning the material.
It’s about sharing ideas, practising together and having mentors who support you along the way.
Thank you, Susan, for this important reminder.
#pilatesteachertraining #pilatescommunity #movementeducation #mentorship #polestarpilatesuk
Some things are scarier than ghosts.
Perfect form. Endless cueing. Repeating what isn’t creating change. And being so busy teaching that there’s no room left to learn.
Movement teachers, which one haunts you?
#movementeducation #pilatesteacher #pilatesteaching #continuingeducation #polestarpilatesuk
Pilates isn’t only about shaping the body. It can help us maintain the strength, mobility and confidence we need for everyday life.
Carrying the shopping. Taking the stairs. Reaching, lifting, playing and staying independent.
What everyday activity do you want to keep doing for years to come?
#pilatesforeverydaylife #functionalmovement #healthyageing #movement #polestarpilatesuk
Squeezing harder doesn’t mean getting stronger
As Soo Hui explains, real strength emerges when we allow the whole body to work together, with less gripping, less stiffness and more ease.
Thank you, Soo Hui, for sharing this perspective.
#corestrength #movementeducation #pilatesteaching #polestarpilates #iampolestar
Your personal introduction to Pilates, before you decide what comes next.
Our 1:1 Intro Offer gives you two personal training sessions for £99, with individual guidance shaped around you, your movement and your goals.
Perfect if you’re new to Pilates or curious about moving from group classes to more personalised support.
Book your Intro Offer online via the link in our bio.
#pilateslondon #onetoonepilates #personaltraininglondon #pilatesbeginner #polestarpilatesuk
The best teachers stay curious.
Val shares why developing a deeper understanding of hypermobility is next on her learning list, particularly when supporting clients on the Reformer.
The IMM Two-Day Certification Course explores pain, breath, proprioception, stability, balance and integrated posture.
27-28 March 2027
Polestar Pilates UK, London King’s Cross
Booking fast. Learn more via the link in our bio.
Thank you, Val, for sharing your perspective.
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