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Equipment

For the Reformer, Tower, and Chair programs, all necessary equipment will be provided at the studio. If you would like to purchase your own equipment for additional practice, you are more than welcome to, but it is not required.

Mat Pilates - Yoga mat, 2-3 pound hand weights, Pilates ring, light/medium/heavy booty bands, Pilates ball.

Mat Pilates Course Format

Our Mat Pilates Course includes 4 virtual sessions and 4 in-person sessions.

For those who live out of state or are unable to attend in person, the entire Mat course may be completed live via Zoom, ensuring full accessibility and flexibility without compromising the Pilates Thierry training experience.

Program Duration

• Mat Certification: 1–2 months
• Reformer Certification: 3–4 months
• Tower Certification: 2 weeks
• Chair Certification: 1 day

Social media is a huge part of Pilates Thierry, and Ashley both highly encourages and loves when trainees share their journey online. Nothing’s required, of course! But if you do please tag Pilates Thierry as much as possible—Ashley will repost and promote you throughout your training process, before and after graduation, to help attract clients to your classes and support your success.

You are welcome to take photos or reels during training; however, the inside of the manual may never be posted or shared in any way. The manual is copyrighted and legally protected as proprietary material. Any unauthorized sharing of its contents may require legal action.

Tuition & Payment Policies

Each course requires a non-refundable deposit to secure your spot. This deposit counts as your first payment. After enrollment, you will schedule a call with Ashley to review and select your payment plan. Following the discussion, a legal Promise To Pay contract will be prepared and signed.

Program Tuition

• Reformer – $3,000
   
  • Pay in full, or 2 payments of $1,500
• Mat – $1,250
   
  • Pay in full, or 2 payments ($800 first, $450 second)
• Tower – $1,000
   
  • Pay in full, or 2 payments ($800 first, $200 second)
• Chair – $550
   
  • Pay in full only
• Jumpboard – $325
   
  • Pay in full only
• Spring board - $950
• 2 payments $500 first payment $450 second

Payment Plans & Policies

• Certification Release: You will not receive your certification until your payment plan is paid in full.
• You cannot start the Teacher Training program until all payment has been received. 
• Payment Processing: If you choose a payment plan, you will complete a Credit Card Authorization Form and sign a Promise To Pay contract with all payment amounts and dates listed. Ashley’s payment system, through Wells Fargo Authorize.net, will auto-debit your card on the agreed dates. A 3% processing fee will be charged if you decide to use a credit card. Other payment options are available please discuss with Ashley.
• Final Terms: All sales are final. No refunds. Chargebacks are not permitted. A signed contract confirming these terms and conditions is required.

Commitment & Accountability

Ashley dedicates an extraordinary amount of time, energy, and personal attention to every training program. These courses are also highly sought after, often selling out within 48 hours. When you reserve a spot and later decide to withdraw, it represents not only a loss of income for Ashley but also the loss of opportunity for another trainee who could have taken that seat.

For this reason, deposits and tuition payments are non-refundable. This policy ensures accountability, protects the integrity of the program, and honors the energy and commitment that goes into creating each training experience.

Attendance Policy

While it is strongly recommended that you attend every session, we understand that life can happen. However, attendance is taken very seriously, and the limits outlined below are strict. If you exceed the allowed absences, you will not be able to complete the program and will need to re-apply for the next training.

Permitted Absences:

• Mat Program: 1 session
• Reformer Program: 2 sessions
• Tower Program: 0 sessions
• Chair Program: 0 sessions

Ashley is very strict about these limits. Please use your “missed” sessions wisely.

Career Placement

Enrolling in a Pilates Thierry certification course is much like attending college: once you receive your certification, it is up to you to go out, interview, audition, and secure opportunities.

While Ashley cannot guarantee employment upon graduation, she is deeply committed to guiding you in the right direction—offering mentorship, industry insight, and support to help you take the next steps in your Pilates career.

Choosing the Right Certification

In Los Angeles alone, there are thousands of Pilates certification programs, and many people ask, “Is this the right one for me?” Often, I’m asked countless questions about other trainings. While I am happy to share what I know, the truth is this: a certification is a certification. Pilates does not have a governing body that regulates or structures the industry.

If your heart is drawn to old-school classical Pilates, then a classical program may be right for you. If you love the Lagree style, pursue their training. If you connect with my style and the Pilates Thierry Method, then this is the program for you.

At the end of the day, yes—you must be certified to get a job. But to be completely honest, a certificate alone will not secure you a position. What matters most is your ability to teach. You could hold the most prestigious certification in the world, but if you cannot deliver as an instructor, you will not get hired. Excellence in teaching is what opens doors, and that is what the Pilates Thierry Method is designed to cultivate.