SIZE DIVERSE TEACHER TRAINING AT RIVERCITY PILATES

2027 WORKSHOP SCHEDULE

Rivercity Pilates is proud to host the Size Diverse Pilates Teacher Training Program, created by SizeDiversePilates.com to help future teachers learn to teach Pilates to every body. Led by Rachel, founder of Size Diverse Pilates, and Carey, owner of Rivercity Pilates and a nationally certified Pilates educator and mentor, this program offers an incredible combination of inclusive philosophy and real-world studio experience.

Trainees benefit from hands-on mentorship, personalized guidance, and the opportunity to observe and practice teach in an active, supportive studio—learning not just how to teach Pilates, but how to inspire confidence and movement joy in every client they meet.

Pilates Mat All Level Teacher Training

Registration Open

2027 Workshop Dates:

  • Saturday, January 16th; 11A – 5P
  • Sunday, January 17th; 9A – 3P
  • Saturday, February 6th; 11A – 5P
  • Sunday, February 7th; 9A – 3P
  • Saturday, February 20th; 11A – 5P
Pilates mat teacher training at Rivercity Pilates North Liberty Iowa.

Pilates Reformer Teacher Training Program

Pre-requisite: Mat & Anatomy​

​​​2027 Workshop Dates:

  • Saturday, March 6th; 11A – 5P
  • Sunday, March 7th; 9A – 3P
  • Saturday, April 10th; 11A – 5P
  • Sunday, April 11th; 9A – 3P
  • Saturday, May 8th; 11P – 3P
Small Group Pilates reformer session at Rivercity Pilates.

All Levels Pilates Cadillac Teacher Training Program

Pre-requisite: Anatomy & Mat

​Includes Cadillac, Tower, Pole Systems, and Springboard
Includes training on Mat work on Tower​​​

2027 Workshop Dates:

  • Saturday, June 5th; 11P – 5P
  • Sunday, June 6th; 9A – 3P
  • Saturday, August 7th; 11a – 5P
  • Sunday, August 8th; 9A – 3P
Cadillac Teacher Training at Rivercity PIlates in North Liberty Iowa

Pilates Chair Teacher Training Program

Pre-requisite: Anatomy & Mat​​​

2027 Workshop Dates:

  • Saturday, September 18th; 11A – 6P
  • Sunday, September 19th; 9A – 3P
Pilates Teacher Training for the Pilates Chair at Rivercity Pilates

Pilates Accessories & Small Apparatus Teacher Training Program

Pre-requisite: Anatomy & Mat​

​Includes Ped-o-Pul, Ladder Barrel, Spine Corrector, Foot Corrector, Toe Corrector, and more​​​​

2027 Training Dates

Saturday, October 16th 11 A – 5 P

Sunday, October 17th 9A – 3 P

Kimberly Burke on the Ladder Barrel at Rivercity Pilates.
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Size Diverse Pilates Teacher Training Learning Materials

Size Diverse Pilates Courses include online access to:

  • Manual Content
  • Photos of a variety of Body sizes practicing exercises
  • Video of exercises and variations
  • Workshop replays
  • Everything you need and more in course format for those who need an outline and organization.
  • Anatomy & Movement Course is included with the Mat program.

All Levels Full Color Manual [Mat, Reformer, & Chair available]

  • Setup, Reps, Breath, Movements written out
  • Principles & Fundamentals
  • Foundation / Related Exercises
  • Ways to Improve Movement, Prop use, Class Designs (mat manual), Critical Thinking & More.
  • Pictures, Video QR codes, and More.

Mentorship at Rivercity Pilates

Feedback & Coaching

Get actionable notes on cueing, programming, and progressions so you keep improving.

Practice‑Teach

Build confidence teaching with supportive feedback from our team and community.

Observe

Shadow private sessions and small groups to see how instructors tailor sessions for different clients.

Community

Be part of a welcoming studio that believes Pilates is for every body.

Meet Your Instructors

Rachel Piper, Founder of the Size Diverse Teacher Training Program

Rachel

Creator of the Size Diverse Pilates Teacher Training programs. Dedicated to inclusive, embodied Pilates education that meets people where they are.

Carey Sadler, Owner of Rivercity PIlates in North Liberty, and Pilates Teacher Training Mentor

Carey

Owner & lead instructor at Rivercity Pilates. Known for mentorship that blends technical understanding with compassionate, client‑centered coaching.