PILATES MAT TEACHER TRAINING AT RIVERCITY PILATES

Become a Confident, Inclusive Pilates Teacher

Size Diverse Pilates comes to Rivercity Pilates — with real-world mentorship and in‑studio experience.

Who is this for?

  • Aspiring teachers who want a supportive, inclusive pathway.
  • Current practitioners who want to deepen their personal practice.
  • Teachers seeking skills to confidently work with diverse bodies and needs.
  • Career‑changers looking for a people‑first, mentorship‑rich program.
Carey Sadler Owner of Rivercity Pilates and Rachel Piper, Founder of the Size Diverse Pilates Teacher Training Program

Carey Sadler of Rivercity Pilates and Rachel Piper of Size Diverse Pilates

Why Train at Rivercity Pilates?

You’ll get more than a certification — you’ll gain mentorship, confidence, and real studio experience.

  • Become a confident, inclusive Pilates teacher with Size Diverse Pilates
    Learn from a program built to help you understand the method in your own body first — then teach it to every body.
  • Learn the method in your body & adapt it for all bodies
    Develop a deep, personal understanding so you can skillfully support clients of any size, shape, or condition.
  • Real‑world mentorship with Rivercity Pilates instructors
    Mentor with Carey and our experienced team; observe sessions, practice‑teach, and get actionable feedback.
  • Hands‑on practice in a welcoming studio community
    Train in a supportive environment known for personalized attention and an inclusive culture.

What you’ll learn

  • Pilates Method Foundations: principles, breath, alignment, sequencing, and embodiment.
  • Adapting for All Bodies: variations for different sizes, shapes, mobility levels, injuries, and conditions.
  • Teaching Skills: cueing, programming, progressions/regressions, and inclusive language.
  • Professional Readiness: scope of practice, client care, ethics, and studio etiquette.

“You can’t teach others what you don’t first understand yourself.” — a guiding principle of Size Diverse Pilates

Pilates Mat All Level Teacher Training Program

No Pre-requisite, but Mat experience is a plus.​​  This program includes everything you need to confidently begin your teaching journey:

  • The Size Diverse Pilates Mat Program ($2000 value) – A comprehensive training designed to prepare you for teaching clients of all shapes, sizes, and backgrounds.
    –   Includes 36 hours of Mat Workshops + Color Manual, Online Course Content (including Anatomy & Movement), Training Videos, Workshop Replays, and more.​

  • 10 Private Pilates Sessions at Rivercity Pilates ($840 value) – Personalized instruction to deepen your own practice and understanding of Pilates.

  • 10 Pilates Mat Small Group Sessions at Rivercity Pilates ($240 value). Enhance your personal practice while experiencing the energy of a small group.   These sessions also give you the chance to learn from a variety of teachers, observing different teaching styles and approaches.

  • Observation, Practice Teaching & Mentorship ($ Priceless) – Gain real-world teaching experience by observing sessions and practice-teaching in the Rivercity Pilates studio, with the added benefit of mentorship from Carey Sadler and her team of experienced instructors.

In Studio All Levels Pilates Mat — $1600 (Includes all options above)

Purchase online 

2026 Mat Training Workshop Dates

Registration Deadline:  `12/31/2025

  • Saturday, January 10th; 12P – 6P
  • Sunday, January 11th; 8A – 2P
  • Saturday, January 24th; 12P – 6P
  • Sunday, January 25th; 8A – 2P
  • Saturday, January 31st; 12P – 6P
  • Sunday, February 1st; 8A – 2P

Prerequisites

All bodies and experience levels are welcome. A consistent personal practice helps, but we’ll meet you where you are.

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.

Rachel Piper, Founder of Size Diverse Pilates Teacher Training demo of Thigh Stretch on the Pilates Tower

✨ Continue Your Training with Pilates Equipment

Mat training is just the beginning. Once you’ve completed your Mat & Anatomy training, you can continue your journey and become a fully equipped Pilates teacher.

At Rivercity Pilates, our in-studio Equipment Trainings give you the skills and confidence to work with clients on every piece of studio apparatus:

  • Reformer – Aug 29–30, Sept 12–13, Sept 26–27, 2026
  • Chair – Nov 7–8, 2026
  • Cadillac / Tower Systems – Mar 7–8 & Mar 28–29, 2026
  • Accessories & Small Apparatus – 2027 dates coming soon

💡 Deepen your personal practice, expand your teaching opportunities, and support every body more fully.