Build an extraordinary career with us.
Whether you want to become an instructor or you're a seasoned professional learn how we can take you to new heights. Confident, vibrant and on the leading edge.
Build an extraordinary career with us.
Whether you want to become an instructor or you're a seasoned professional learn how we can take you to new heights. Confident, vibrant and on the leading edge.
Ready to become an instructor?
Let's get right to it. Here's how.
Ready to become an instructor?
Let's get right to it.
Here's how.
01
ENJOY LEARNING
Start with either mat or reformer training. These are our foundational courses and the entry point into the STOTT PILATES program.

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02
PUT IT INTO PRACTICE
Master the repertoire in your body, practice teaching and observe STOTT PILATES instructors putting the repertoire to work teaching sessions and classes. You'll have access to the studio if needed.
03
DESIGN YOUR REWARDING CAREER
After taking the IMP or IR course, test out or continue learning by taking the corresponding advanced course, any of the remaining intensives, or workshops. After certifying, our specialty tracks allow you to design a satisfying and rewarding career.

01
ENJOY LEARNING
Start with either mat or reformer training. These are our foundational courses and the entry point into the STOTT PILATES program.

- or -

02
PUT IT INTO PRACTICE
Master the repertoire in your body, practice teaching and observe STOTT PILATES instructors putting the repertoire to work teaching sessions and classes. You'll have access to the studio if needed.

03
DESIGN YOUR REWARDING CAREER
After taking the IMP or IR course, test out or continue learning by taking the corresponding advanced course, any of the remaining intensives, or workshops. After certifying, our specialty tracks allow you to design a satisfying and rewarding career.

The STOTT PILATES Curriculum
Forge your path.
Start the STOTT PILATES program with either the Intensive Mat Plus (IMP) or the Intensive Reformer (IR) course. Both cover essential and intermediate repertoire, the STOTT PILATES Basic Principles, Postural Analysis and other foundational topics. After completing either take any of the other intensives or the corresponding advanced course.
Start here.
Or here.
Intensive Mat Plus
IMP

Intensive Reformer
IR

Intensive Cadillac
ICAD

Intensive Chair
ICHR

Intensive Barrels
IBRL

Intensive Cadillac, Chair and Barrels
ICAD, ICHR, IBRL

Anatomy and Advanced Topics
Dive Deep.
The Functional Anatomy (FA) course is available to students at any point in the program. It has no prerequisites and can even be taken before beginning the intensives. It is available to any fitness, yoga or movement professionals. While not required for certification, the course provides beneficial background allowing students to deepen their understanding of the STOTT PILATES repertoire and sets the stage for the Injuries and Special Populations course.
The Injuries and Special Populations (ISP) course is available exclusively to students in the STOTT PILATES program. Students must take either the Intensive Mat Plus (IMP) or the Intensive Reformer (IR) course prior to taking the ISP course.
Functional Anatomy
FA
Injuries and Special Populations
ISP
Functional Anatomy
FA
Injuries and Special Populations
ISP
The STOTT PILATES Program
Start with a strong foundation.
At DFX Pilates we've chosen the STOTT PILATES program over all others because it is rooted in the classical work of Joseph H. Pilates and is advanced with cutting edge science. It's safe, super effective and the modern approach to the method. It's the foundation of everything we do. Here's why.
Basic Principles
STOTT PILATES Basic Principles are the key to unlocking your two most important skills, an eye for movement and cueing.
Classical Repertoire
Learn the full repertoire of classical exercises developed by Joseph H. Pilates. All broken down into logical layers.
Cutting Edge Science
Bring your clients seriously effective programs, incorporating the latest in Exercise Science, Physical Therapy and Kinesiology.
Work with any Clients
Meet clients where they are. Learn to regress exercises so they can master the movement details and then take them to new heights.
Cutting Edge Science
Bring your clients seriously effective programs, incorporating the latest in Exercise Science, Physical Therapy and Kinesiology.
Postural Analysis
Gain deep insights into the transformative power of the repertoire while sharpening your eye for movement even more.
Exceptional Course Materials
With the most thorough and detailed manuals and DVDs in the industry, be confident in knowing every nuance of the repertoire.
Work with any Clients
Meet clients where they are. Learn to regress exercises so they can master the movement details and then take them to new heights.
The home of STOTT PILATES in Sacramento.
DFX Pilates is a Merrithew Licensed Training Center.




2019 Coursework Schedule
Get inspired.
Intensive Reformer (IR)
Oct 5 - Dec 8
The STOTT PILATES Intensive Reformer (IR) course is our level 1 reformer training and is a great place for new students to start. Learn the intricate details of the classical Pilates reformer repertoire and how it applies to posture, alignment and overall strength and flexibility. The course includes a ton of very useful modifications to strengthen the right places and make the pilates reformer repertoire even more effective.
Dates, Times and Fees
Dates:
Oct 5, 6
Oct 19, 20
Nov 2, 3
Nov 16, 17
Dec 7, 8
Times:
Saturdays 10:30-4:00
Sundays 9:00-2:30
Course Fee: $1,350 before September 19, $1,500 after
Materials: $232+tax
Required Hours:
Class Time: 50 hrs
Physical Review: 40 hrs
Practice Teaching: 25 hrs
Observation: 10 hrs
Email or call us at 916-397-2373 to begin registration or to ask us anything.
Begin a new, rewarding career.
2020 Coursework Schedule
You've mastered the basics, now learn to work with injuries.
Injuries and Special Populations (ISP)
Jan 11 - Feb 9
The STOTT PILATES® Injuries & Special Populations (ISP) course equips students with the skills required to address a broad range of physical challenges among clients. For each area of the body, we'll review anatomy and discuss proper biomechanics. We'll then discuss common improper biomechanical patterns and associated injuries. It is important to note that this course will NOT prepare students to diagnose or treat any specific injuries or conditions or prescribe exercises for these populations without consultation with an appropriate health practitioner (i.e. Physical Therapist, Physician or similarly recognized health care professional).
Dates, Times and Fees
Dates:
Jan 11, 12
Feb 8, 9
Times:
Saturdays 10:30-5:00
Sundays 9:00-3:30
Prerequisites:
Either the IMP or IR Course
Course Fee: $1,100 before December 16, $1,200 after
Materials: $280+tax
Required Hours:
Class Time: 24 hrs
Email or call us at 916-397-2373 to begin registration or to ask us anything.
Develop insight and skills that will set you apart.
Master the Matwork.
Intensive Mat Plus (IMP)
Feb 1 - Mar 8
The STOTT PILATES Intensive Mat Plus (IMP) course is our level 1 mat training and is a great place for new students to start. Learn the intricate details of the classical Pilates matwork and how it applies to posture, alignment and overall strength and flexibility. The course includes a ton of very useful modifications to strengthen the right places and make the pilates matwork even more effective.
Dates, Times and Fees
Dates:
Feb 1, 2
Feb 15, 16
Feb 22, 23
Mar 7, 8
Times:
Saturdays 10:30-4:00
Sundays 9:00-2:30
Course Fee: $1,050 before January 13, $1,150 after
Materials: $207+tax
Required Hours:
Class Time: 40 hrs
Physical Review: 25 hrs
Practice Teaching: 15 hrs
Observation: 10 hrs
Email or call us at 916-397-2373 to begin registration or to ask us anything.
Begin a new, rewarding career.
Add powerful tools to your teaching with the barrels.
Intensive Barrels (IBRL)
Feb 29 - March 1
The STOTT PILATES Intensive Barrels (IBRL) course is our level 1 barrels training. Learn the intricate details of the classical Pilates repertoire on the Ladder Barrel, Spine Corrector and Arc Barrel. Learn to apply the repertoire to posture, alignment and overall strength and flexibility. The course includes a ton of modifications and STOTT PILATES additional repertoire to strengthen the right places and make the classical Pilates barrels repertoire even more effective.
Dates, Times and Fees
Dates:
Feb 29
Mar 1
Times:
Saturday 10:30-4:00
Sunday 9:00-2:30
Prerequisites:
Either the IMP or IR Course
Course Fee: $375 before January 27, $425 after
Materials: $195+tax
Required Hours:
Class Time: 10 hrs
Physical Review: 10 hrs
Practice Teaching: 5 hrs
Observation: 5 hrs
Email or call us at 916-397-2373 to begin registration or to ask us anything.
Expand your skills. Set yourself apart.
Fine tune program and class design with the Cadillac.
Intensive Cadillac (ICAD)
March 14- March 29
The STOTT PILATES Intensive Cadillac (ICAD) course is our level 1 Cadillac training. Learn the intricate details of the classical Pilates Cadillac repertoire. Learn to apply the repertoire to posture, alignment and overall strength and flexibility. The course includes a ton of modifications and STOTT PILATES additional repertoire to strengthen the right places and make the classical Pilates Cadillac repertoire even more effective.
Dates, Times and Fees
Dates:
Mar 14, 15
Mar 27, 28, 29
Times:
Friday 1:30-7:00
Saturdays 10:30-4:00
Sundays 9:00-2:30
Prerequisites:
Either the IMP or IR Course
Course Fee: $875 before February 17, $975 after
Materials: $225+tax
Required Hours:
Class Time: 25 hrs
Physical Review: 15 hrs
Practice Teaching: 10 hrs
Observation: 10 hrs
Email or call us at 916-397-2373 to begin registration or to ask us anything.
Expand your skills. Set yourself apart.
Master this key piece of repertoire.
Intensive Reformer (IR)
Mar 21 - May 31
The STOTT PILATES Intensive Reformer (IR) course is our level 1 reformer training and is a great place for new students to start. Learn the intricate details of the classical Pilates reformer repertoire and how it applies to posture, alignment and overall strength and flexibility. The course includes a ton of very useful modifications to strengthen the right places and make the pilates reformer repertoire even more effective.
Dates, Times and Fees
Dates:
Mar 21, 22
Apr 4, 5
May 2, 3
May 16, 17
May 30, 31
Times:
Saturdays 10:30-4:00
Sundays 9:00-2:30
Course Fee: $1,350 before February 24, $1,500 after
Materials: $232+tax
Required Hours:
Class Time: 50 hrs
Physical Review: 40 hrs
Practice Teaching: 25 hrs
Observation: 10 hrs
Email or call us at 916-397-2373 to begin registration or to ask us anything.
Begin a new, rewarding career.
Super charge workouts with the Stability Chair.
Intensive Stability Chair (ICHR)
May 9 - June 7
The STOTT PILATES Intensive Stability Chair (ICHR) course is our level 1 Stability Chair training. Learn the intricate details of the classical Pilates chair repertoire and how it applies to posture, alignment and overall strength and flexibility. The course includes a ton of modifications and STOTT PILATES additional repertoire to strengthen the right places and make the classical Pilates chair repertoire even more effective.
Dates, Times and Fees
Dates:
May 9
June 6, 7
Times:
Saturdays 10:30-4:00
Sunday 9:00-2:30
Prerequisites:
Either the IMP or IR Course
Course Fee: $575 before April 6, $625 after
Materials: $105+tax
Required Hours:
Class Time: 15 hrs
Physical Review: 10 hrs
Practice Teaching: 10 hrs
Observation: 5 hrs
Email or call us at 916-397-2373 to begin registration or to ask us anything.
Expand your skills. Set yourself apart.
Master the Matwork.
Intensive Mat Plus (IMP)
Aug 15 - Sept 27
The STOTT PILATES Intensive Mat Plus (IMP) course is our level 1 mat training and is a great place for new students to start. Learn the intricate details of the classical Pilates matwork and how it applies to posture, alignment and overall strength and flexibility. The course includes a ton of very useful modifications to strengthen the right places and make the pilates matwork even more effective.
Dates:
Aug 15, 16
Aug 29, 30
Sept 12, 13
Sept 26, 27
Times:
Saturdays 10:30-4:00
Sundays 9:00-2:30
Course Fee: $1,050 before July 20, $1,150 after
Materials: $207+tax
Required Hours:
Class Time: 40 hrs
Physical Review: 25 hrs
Practice Teaching: 15 hrs
Observation: 10 hrs
Email or call us at 916-397-2373 to begin registration or to ask us anything.
Begin a new, rewarding career.
Anatomy got you rattled?
Relax. We've got you covered.
Functional Anatomy
Oct 3 - Nov 1
The STOTT PILATES Functional Anatomy Course is an opportunity to immerse yourself in anatomy. The course uses lecture, anatomical models, 3D computer applications and fun interactive activities to really master anatomy and biomechanics. The course has no prerequisites and is open to any Pilates instructors and any fitness or movement professionals. The required text book is Andrew Biel's iconic The Trail Guide to the Body, 5th edition. Our Functional Anatomy Course gives you the time and an interactive, multidimensional learning experience to master biomechanics. Finally.
Dates, Times and Fees
Oct 3, 4
Oct 17, 18
Oct 31, Nov 1
Saturdays 10:30-4:00
Sundays 9:00-2:30
Course Fee: $625 before September 7, $675 after
Student must purchase The Trail Guide to the Body by Andrew Biel.
Email or call us at 916-397-2373 to begin registration or to ask us anything.
30 hours of fun, interactive and insightful learning.
Master this key piece of repertoire.
Intensive Reformer (IR)
Oct 10 - Dec 6
The STOTT PILATES Intensive Reformer (IR) course is our level 1 reformer training and is a great place for new students to start. Learn the intricate details of the classical Pilates reformer repertoire and how it applies to posture, alignment and overall strength and flexibility. The course includes a ton of very useful modifications to strengthen the right places and make the pilates reformer repertoire even more effective.
Dates, Times and Fees
Dates:
Oct 10, 11
Oct 24, 25
Nov 7, 8
Nov 21, 22
Dec 5, 6
Times:
Saturdays 10:30-4:00
Sundays 9:00-2:30
Course Fee: $1,350 before September 14, $1,500 after
Materials: $232+tax
Required Hours:
Class Time: 50 hrs
Physical Review: 40 hrs
Practice Teaching: 25 hrs
Observation: 10 hrs
Email or call us at 916-397-2373 to begin registration or to ask us anything.
Begin a new, rewarding career.
Already an Instructor?
Explore the possibilities to grow your career.
One of the richest aspects of the STOTT PILATES program is Continuing Education. With more than 150 workshops there are countless opportunities to develop your niche, set yourself apart and keep yourself and your clients inspired. It's open to all Pilates professionals. We don't think you'll find a program with more to offer. See for yourself.
STOTT PILATES Continuing Education
Keep your career flying high.
Open to Everyone
No matter what program you are trained in, be it Classical or Contemporary, join us for Continuing Education.
Keep it Fresh
We hold a Spring and a Fall Conference every year, weekends full of refreshing material. Recharge your practice twice a year.
Variety
With over 150 workshops over 9 Specialty Tracks, there's endless opportunity to take your career to new heights.
Functional Anatomy
The Functional Anatomy course is open to any professionals and has no prerequisites. It's a powerful learning experience that we open up to everyone.
STOTT PILATES Continuing Education
Keep your career flying high.
Open to Everyone
No matter what program you are trained in, be it Classical or Contemporary, join us for Continuing Education.
Keep it Fresh
We hold a Spring and a Fall Conference every year, weekends full of refreshing material. Recharge your practice twice a year.
Variety
With over 150 workshops over 9 Specialty Tracks, there's endless opportunity to take your career to new heights.
Functional Anatomy
The Functional Anatomy course is open to any professionals and has no prerequisites. It's a powerful learning experience that we open up to everyone.
The STOTT PILATES Specialty Tracks
Pick a color. Any color.
With over 150 workshops in 9 Specialty Tracks, the STOTT PILATES program provides endless opportunities to follow your passion, grow and set yourself apart. Once certified, STOTT PILATES Instructors can earn a specialist designation by taking 8 workshops in any of the Specialty Tracks. By the way, feel free to pick more than one color. Endless variety so you can make your career yours.

Post-Rehabilitation
Learn to work with clients with common injuries and special conditions.

Group Equipment
Teach stimulating equipment sessions to a variety of levels.

Active for Life
Specialized programming for the active aging population.

Athletic Conditioning
Work with athletes to improve power and agility with modified repertoire.

Pre & Post Natal
Address a moms changing body before and after birth.

Dance
Help dancers build strength, stability, balance and flexibility.

Interdisciplinary
Incorporate the latest fascial and exercise science.

Golf Conditioning
Learn to boost performance on the green.

Group Matwork
Teach inspiring mat classes to a wide variety of clients.

Post-Rehabilitation
Learn to work with clients with common injuries and special conditions.

Group Equipment
Teach stimulating equipment sessions to a variety of levels.

Athletic Conditioning
Work with athletes to improve power and agility with modified repertoire.

Active for Life
Specialized programming for the active aging population.

Pre & Post Natal
Address a moms changing body before and after birth.

Dance
Help dancers build strength, stability, balance and flexibility.

Interdisciplinary
Incorporate the latest fascial and exercise science.

Golf Conditioning
Learn to boost performance on the green.

Group Matwork
Teach inspiring mat classes to a wide variety of clients.
Inspiration coming your way.
Stay right there, on the edge of your seat.
We're planning two great weekends of inspiring workshops. Rejuvenate your teaching twice a year with new material. The programming team at STOTT PILATES is always turning out new workshop titles based on the latest findings in Exercises Science, Physical Therapy and Kinesiology. One thing's for sure, they'll offer creative and fun ways to bring real benefits to your clients. Save the dates and join our email list to say in the loop.
DFX Pilates Spring Conference
April 25, 26
DFX Pilates Fall Conference
November 14, 15
More Continuing Education Opportunities
Anatomy got you rattled?
Relax. We've got you covered.
Functional Anatomy
Oct 3 - Nov 1
The STOTT PILATES Functional Anatomy Course is an opportunity to immerse yourself in anatomy. The course uses lecture, anatomical models, 3D computer applications and fun interactive activities to really master anatomy and biomechanics. The course has no prerequisites and is open to any Pilates instructors and any fitness or movement professionals. The required text book is Andrew Biel's iconic The Trail Guide to the Body, 5th edition. Our Functional Anatomy Course gives you the time and an interactive, multidimensional learning experience to master biomechanics. Finally.
Dates, Times and Fees
Oct 3, 4
Oct 17, 18
Oct 31, Nov 1
Saturdays 10:30-4:00
Sundays 9:00-2:30
Course Fee: $625 before September 7, $675 after
Student must purchase The Trail Guide to the Body by Andrew Biel.
Email or call us at 916-397-2373 to begin registration or to ask us anything.
30 hours of fun, interactive and insightful learning.
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