Pilates Teacher Training

So you want to become a Classical Pilates Teacher ... Great!

We recognize the growing demand for knowledgeable, highly skilled Classical Pilates teachers and believe the best way to deepen your understanding of the method is through hands-on, in-studio mentorship.

Led by Dervola, a third-generation Classical Pilates teacher with decades of teaching experience and direct lineage through Romana Kryzanowska, Spark Pilates offers private coaching, small group mentorship, and immersive workshops for Pilates and movement professionals who are "Classical Curious." Whether you are a contemporary Pilates instructor, yoga teacher, or an apprentice seeking to refine your skills, these sessions are designed to strengthen your understanding of Joseph Pilates' original method through practical application, purposeful repetition, and expert guidance.

To learn more about Classical Pilates mentoring and coaching with Dervola, complete the form below and a member of our team will be in touch.

What Our Clients Say

“I’ve been going to Spark for more than 2 years now with Dervola and Halyna. I was able to learn a deeper and more holistic form of pilates, the classical method, which I didn’t have the chance to during the 10 years prior practicing “pilates”. Going to them on a weekly basis helped relieve my brain fog, migraines, inflammation, back pain, other long covid symptoms and postural misalignments. I am grateful they exist! They are both skilled architects of functional and therapeutic bodyworks :) highly recommend!”

Sandy T.
“I’ve had an incredible experience at this Pilates studio! Dervola, my one-on-one teacher, is fantastic!! Her guidance has significantly strengthened me, even through injuries! The other teachers I’ve worked with are equally skilled and passionate. The studio is very welcoming atmosphere that puts you in the perfect Zen state for a great workout. Highly recommend!”

Aaron O.
“I just took my first ever pilates class and I would say I couldn’t have taken it from anyone better than Dervola the owner herself. She is very educated about the history of pilates and is very passionate about teaching her clients the philosophy of pilates and how to apply it to your everyday life. She was super friendly and warm, and made getting into the art super fun and interesting! I totally recommend coming here whether your a newbie like me or a pilates warrior.”

Sarah B.

Core Principles of Pilates

CENTERING

Consciously bring physical focus to the core of the body also known as the torso “powerhouse” from which all energy for exercise is derived

PRECISION

Become more aware and present so as to execute each exercise with deliberate movement which is more important than completing more repetitions with sloppier form

CONCENTRATION

By promoting the mind-body connection, you gain optimal physical value from each movement through total commitment to the exercise as well as enhancing your body awareness

BREATHING

Learning to breathe correctly is the most integral part of exercise, as deep and controlled breathing activates blood circulation and invigorates your muscles

CONTROL

Based on mindfulness, each motion is deliberate, proper, safe and in complete control of the muscle leaving no part of the body unattended

FLOW

The energy of an exercise connects all body parts through continuous, smooth, and fluid movement as you transition from one pose to another increasing both strength and stamina