winter 2025 pilates teacher training
learn how to teach, train, educate, and empower in our pilates teacher training program.
WHAT IS IT?
Pilates House has partnered with THE LAB, a collaborative teacher training developed by Holly Swanson and Jacquelyn Brennan using their combined 25 years of teaching and industry experience. This PMA-approved program is designed to bring you both Classical and Contemporary exercises using traditional Pilates equipment: Mat, Reformer, Cadillac, Chair, High/Ladder Barrel, and Magic Circle. This training will be exploring the mat and reformer portion of this program only.
WHY BECOME CERTIFIED?
Becoming a certified Pilates instructor opens a new world of opportunities for you. You can make a life long career of teaching, or just teach part-time as a side hustle. Even if you’re not planning on teaching, going through our program will allow you to dive deeper into your practice and discover what your body is capable of.
WHAT MAKES THE LAB DIFFERENT?
Not only will you learn how to teach Pilates in our program, but you will learn how to become a GREAT instructor. Teaching is an art form. You’ll learn industry tips and tricks to challenge your clients, how to cue effectively, choreograph classes, and modify for injuries so that every person in your class feels successful. In addition to this you’ll learn what you need to do to become a SUCCESSFUL instructor.
Pilates & Pins at The Pendry
Step into the courtyard of The Sagamore Pendry and join Pilates House for a mat pilates class that will strengthen, lengthen, and sculpt you in a serene setting. Led by Penny Lane, this powerful sequence will elevate both body and mind, wrapped in a warm, fall-inspired ambiance.
After class, enjoy a unique moment of relaxation with ear acupuncture led by Dr. Kari Quinn from The Collective. Her NADA technique uses 5-point ear acupuncture to calm and restore your well-being. Complete your morning re-set with a seasonal treat—delicious pumpkin spice muffins that capture the essence of fall.
Come for the good vibes, stay for the community, and enjoy a Pilates House session that blends movement, mindfulness, and seasonal magic. Wear your favorite cozy layers and we’ll see you in the courtyard!
A credit must be purchased in order to sign up for this event. Please purchase this credit and then register for the class.
Cost: $75 | Members Rate: $65
Discount applied automatically at checkout.
Ballet Conditioning
Whether you are a seasoned dancer or new to ballet, the purpose of this workshop is designed to leave you feeling both invigorated and centered. Similar to Pilates, there will be an emphasis on mindful movement and body awareness. As we merge the discipline of classical ballet with the principles of Pilates, we are offering a unique approach to movement that will challenge clients’ physicality and grace. This musically driven class will focus on developing long, lean muscles, with a particular focus on balance and stability.
THE FEEL: MINDFUL, RHYTHMIC, PRECISE, SCULPTED, TONED
A workshop credit must be purchased in order to sign up for this event. Please purchase this credit and then register for the class.
Members Rate: $45 | Non-Members: $55
Discount applied automatically at checkout.
Fundamentals of Flow
Deepen your yoga practice. Join Betsy for a 90 minute workshop designed for students new to yoga as well as seasoned practitioners who want to refine their technique. We will explore the foundations of yoga through attention to breath and anatomical alignment. Our goal is for you to build strength and develop confidence while flowing on the mat.
A workshop credit must be purchased in order to sign up for this event. Please purchase this credit and then register for the class.
Members Rate: $45 | Non-Members: $55
Discount applied automatically at checkout.
Spirit Week
Your favorite Virgo is turning 5! Join us as we celebrate 5 years of Pilates House starting Monday, September 2nd. Our birthday week will be filled with fun giveaways, sweet surprises, and special treats see below to capture the deets. Refer friends and get rewarded all month long. Members who refer friends to join the club and become a Pilates House member in the month of September will get a $50 account credit. Click here for details.
Monday, Sept 2
-Giveaway: Everyone who attends class will be entered into a drawing for a 5 class pack to Rev Cycle.
Tuesday, Sept 3
-Giveaway: Everyone who attends class will be entered into a drawing for Skin Sculpt facial at The Loft.
-Pilates House founder Penny Lane is popping back in the reformer studio. Move with her at 10:40 & 12 on Tuesday!
Wednesday, Sept 4
-Giveaway: Everyone who attends class will be entered into a drawing for a One Night Stay at The Sagamore Pendry.
-Get ready to sweat and celebrate! Join us at 4pm for a special Members Only Hot Pilates class led by Penny Lane, Ashley, and Brianna—our original powerhouse instructors from Pilates House—for a special one-time team-teach.
Thursday, Sept 5
-Giveaway: Everyone who attends class will be entered into a drawing for 20 units of Dysport & a facial at Charm City Plastic Surgery.
-Mix and mingle at our studio happy hour from 5-7pm at Pitango Bakery & Cafe. We’ll have fresh bites and bottles for you to enjoy with the PH crew. RSVP HERE.
Friday, Sept 6
-We’ll be announcing the winner of our Out of This World giveaway. Wear your shirt Out in The Wild and capture the moment to enter. Details are here.
Saturday, Sept 7
-Stop by in the morning for some sweet treats on us!!
Teacher Training Info Session
Join us to learn more about what it takes to speak pilates in this teacher training info session. We will cover the requirements to enroll in our program, what the teacher training weekends look like, and how you’ll complete your hours post training weekends. Pilates House founder, Penny Lane, and lead instructor, Ashley Shiner are industry veterans and can speak on what it looks like to be a career instructor or make it a part time passion. Interested in attending? Have questions? RSVP below.
Hot Sculpt Industry Class
Calling all wellness professionals and fitness instructors! Join us for a FREE Hot Sculpt Class led by our lead instructor Ashley Shiner and take time to take care of you. We know it can be exhausting being everyone else’s cheerleader, which is why we’re creating space for you to pilates & chill with us. To register please create a profile in our system here and send us an email letting us know who you are and where you teach and we’ll reserve your spot. We’re excited to move together!
Hot Sculpt incorporates light weights, resistance bands, and LIIT (low intensity interval training) into your favorite mat pilates class so you can take it to the next level. Expect to see your favorite mat movements spiced up to bring you extra sculpt and sizzle.
Flow & Float
Flow and float your way into your week. Start your practice with a 60 minute invigorating power Vinyasa sequence, linking breath to movement in a musically driven Hot Flow led by Allison. Finish your practice by floating from your savasana into a sound bath through body scanning, meditation, breath work, and vocal alchemy with ambient relaxing sound vibrations to refresh your mind, body, and soul, guided by Tong.
This cellular-level healing experience uses the Planetary Mars Gong, Crystal singing bowl, flow chime, and other instruments. Sound healing is designed to foster an increased sense of well-being and expanded mind & body connection, deepening relaxation and cultivating awareness for inner opening & expansion. The Planetary Mars Gong adds an extra rejuvenation for our 30-minute session. This specific gong is calibrated to the frequency of the cosmic octave, which corresponds to our celestial body. It can stimulate our inner courage, and potential, and assist in aligned action even in challenging times. The Mars Gong has therapeutic benefits that include promoting the production of blood, increasing vitality and immune function, and enhancing self-esteem.
A workshop credit must be purchased in order to sign up for this event. Please purchase this credit and then register for the class.
Members Rate: $35 | Non-Members: $45
Discount applied automatically at checkout.
pilates at the pendry
We’re partnering up with our neighbors at The Sagamore Pendry to provide you a chance to experience Pilates House with a view. Join us on their pool deck every Sunday at 6pm. Kick off the season April 7th by experiencing our newest class TheCoreSet that will debut in The Hot Room this April. Every participant that attends class will receive a complimentary credit to The Hot Room.
When:
- April 7th at 6PM / The CoreSet with Alex Rojas
- April 14th at 6PM / Sculpt with Ashley Shiner
-April 21st at 6PM / Flow with Allison Chaix
-April 28th at 6PM / Pilates with Penny Lane
Where: The Sagamore Pendry
Ticket: PH Members $40 / Non-Members $50 | Mats and props are provided. Discount for Pilates House members is automatically applied at checkout.
Fundamentals of Mat Pilates
Build your foundation and learn the fundamentals of pilates in this full body flow with our lead instructor, Ashley Shiner. Great for newbies and seasoned pilates house pros, this workshop emphasizes alignment and teaches you what exercises should feel like so you can fine tune your technique and level up your practice. Ashley will walk you through the movement principles of mat pilates and leave you feeling more connected to your core then ever before.
A workshop credit must be purchased in order to sign up for this event. Please purchase this credit and then register for the class.
Members Rate: $35 | Non-Members: $45
Discount applied automatically at checkout.
Lets Talk About Sex
Join Nadia Williams, licensed psychotherapist and certified sex therapist, for a discussion on sexual empowerment and relationships. "Let's Talk About Sex" is an engaging and welcoming workshop for women who seek to explore and enhance their sexual empowerment and improve the quality of their intimate relationships. This workshop provides a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space where participants can openly discuss and learn about their own desires, boundaries, and the dynamics of fulfilling sexual connections.
Workshop Objectives:
- Encourage participants to discover and embrace their own desires and fantasies.
- Promote self-acceptance, self-love, and positive body image.
- Educate participants about sexual health, pleasure, and various techniques to enhance their sexual
satisfaction.
- Address common misconceptions and provide evidence-based information.
- Discuss the impact of intimacy on overall relationship satisfaction.
- Empower women to boost their self-confidence and embrace their sexuality without fear or shame.
- Address common insecurities and challenges in a supportive environment.
- Offer some strategies, resources, and solutions to navigate and overcome these challenges.
A workshop credit must be purchased in order to sign up for this event. Please purchase this credit and then register for the class.
Members Rate: $35 | Non-Members: $45
Discount applied automatically at checkout.
Assisting with Confidence
Join Marissa Walch, business owner, 500hr RYT, Personal Trainer and Fitness Instructor as she shares her personal and professional experience with other teachers in this interactive, hands on assisting workshop. This workshop is meant to help build confidence as a teacher while giving hands on assists. Hands on assisting can be intimidating and difficult to navigate. In this workshop, we will start with a physical practice warming up your body in preparation for assists. We will then work with partners and small groups to practice assisting, giving feedback, and discussing the importance of touch in a yoga practice. This workshop is open to everyone, but it’s highly recommended for those enrolled in yoga training or certified instructors.
An Assisting with Confidence credit must be purchased in order to sign up for this event. Please purchase this credit and then register for the class.
Assisting with Confidence $60
SUBTLE
Access your innate wisdom through the energetic realm of yoga with Dani Reidy and move from pattern to presence int his embodiment workshop. Inspired by the Koshic model, which provides us with a map to our rich interior, you will remember and refine your connection to wholeness. Discover what needs to be unveiled in order to access a version of yourself that is both desired and innate. What is a specific belief or pattern that is asking for your attention? We will tend and befriend the inner states that manifest as many brands of compensating in the external.
The body is an extraordinary system of information. What we are holding internally, expresses itself as tension in the body. What begins as a thought, overtime with repetition gets encoded into the system and densifies from the electrical, to the chemical and eventually the facial level.
In this workshop you will begin to identify the stories that are held in your form, and decode the message of your inner realm that is speaking to you through your embodiment. This workshop will incorporate a physical asana practice and lecture on using yoga as a guide to go deeper. Intended for students and teachers, deepen your practice of going inwards.
A workshop credit must be purchased in order to sign up for this event. Please purchase this credit and then register for the class.
Members Rate: $35 | Non-Members: $45
Discount applied automatically at checkout.
Handbag Social Club Pop Up
Join us and our friends from Handbag Social Club for a pop up at the house. Explore their curated collection of luxury handbags, sip champagne, and enjoy personalized styling. Did we mention, they are bringing their new inventory so you can shop it first, in person, before it hits their site!
Check them out @handbagsocialclub
braid bar
Join us for a client appreciation event on September 14th from 5-7pm. DryBar will be onsite offering complimentary braiding and discount codes for your next blowout.
refer a friend & get rewarded
We’re celebrating our birthday all month long! Members who spread the word and share the love in September will get a $50 account credit when their friend signs up for a membership. This account credit can be used towards future membership dues or in studio purchases.
Pilates & Sound Healing at The Loft
ROOFTOP PILATES + SOUNDBATH
hosted by Pilates House + Tong Liu // 8.16.23 @ Brewers Hill
This Pilates class will move you through the mat series while mobilizing your spine and strengthening your core. Be prepared to sculpt, strengthen, and lengthen every inch of your body.
Soundbath is a curated vibrational resonance using crystal singing bowls and various musical instruments that invoke the parasympathetic nervous system, reduce anxiety, and improve sleep. Sound healer Tong Liu, will guide you through a musical healing orchestra that relaxes and enhances your mind and body connection.
$45/person (14 spaces available)
Wednesday, August 16th • 7:00 - 8:30 PM
@ the Loft Brewers Hill (518 S Conkling St)
Mat Pilates w/Pilates House Baltimore
Soundbath w/ Tong Liu of Come as You Are
HOW TO PREPARE •
Bring: water bottle, a pillow for head/neck + cozy blanket (for soundbath)
Wear: athletic clothing
Provided: yoga mat + extra water
Principles of Pilates
Take a deep dive into the principles of Pilates with Ashley. Learn the "why" behind your favorite exercises and "how" you can get the most out of them. In this 75 minute workshop, you'll focus on fine tuning your form and understanding the method on a deeper level so you can get into your flow state faster. This workshop will cover proper breathing, core activation, body placement, and the principles of pilates.
A workshop credit must be purchased in order to sign up for this event. Please purchase this credit and then register for the class.
Members Rate: $35 | Non-Members: $45
Discount applied automatically at checkout.
CAMP LOFT: PUPS, PILATES & PLUNGE
PUPS, PILATES & PLUNGE
@ Bark Social Baltimore
FIRST, GET HOT WITH AAA • Wanna feel the burn in all the right places? This Pilates House full body flow will use targeted exercises to strengthen your core, sculpt your arms, and sizzle your glutes 🔥 (ABS, ASS, ARMS!)
THEN, COOL OFF WITH A PLUNGE • After you've worked up a sweat, take the plunge, and join the Saunafit 3-Minute-Club; Energizing. Fat-burning. Mood-boosting. Detoxifying. Good for the mind, body, + soul.
ALL WHILE YOUR PUP ROMPS SAFE & CAREFREE 🥰
All humans are welcome, whether you have a dog or are just a dog enthusiast! Guests without dogs may enter for free, just sign this waiver! Humans under 21 may visit any time before 8PM, and must be accompanied by an adult over 21. Dogs must be registered with current vaccine records and have a Bark Social Club membership or monthly or day pass to enter. See our Park Rules here.
$55/person + 1 dog
1 day pass to Bark Social
45-min AAA Class hosted by Pilates House
3-Min-Club Duo Plunge (2 people per tub, 2 plunge sessions) hosted by Saunafit
HOW TO PREPARE •
Bring: water bottle + a change of clothes (for after your plunge!).
Wear: athletic clothes (suggested: sports bra/tank + shorts/bike shorts).
Provided: yoga mat, towels, changing room + extra water
Fundamentals of the Wim Hof Method
What is the Wim Hof Method?
The Wim Hof Method is a way to tap into the hidden power of oxygen and cold exposure. These two natural resources were part of our everyday lives throughout most of our evolutionary history, but are now almost completely lost within the comforts of modern society. Learn to focus your mind through breath work, meditation, and take the plunge. With the WHM you can unlock the potential inside yourself, and open the door to an array of health benefits.
Benefits of WHM:
Improved immune system
Reduced inflammation
Increased energy
Heightened focus & determination
Reduced stress levels
Increased serotonin and dopamine
Improved sport performances
Better sleep
Greater cold tolerance
Weight Loss
What can you expect from this workshop?
You’ll be guided through this experience by certified WHM instructor, Maksim Birikov. This three hour workshop will educational as much as it is transformational. You’ll learn the history of the method, the science behind it, and be supported by Maks as you put it into practice and plunge.
What to bring:
Bathing suit
Water
Towel
Only 10 spots available.
A workshop credit must be purchased in order to sign up for this event. Please purchase this credit and then register for the class.
Members Rate: $165 | Non-Members: $180
Discount applied automatically at checkout.
Somatic Movement
Not sure what Somatics really means? Interested in learning more about energy and how it is so tangible in the body?
When a traumatic event happens it leaves you with an emotional residue in the body. Check in with yourself, do you have cravings, do you feel anxious, weird muscle spasms in the body. Even if you don’t remember the exact moment of something, the body keeps the score.
Please be prepared to experience:
Intense breathwork- a huge portion of the workshop, we will be putting the body in a fight/flight mode and slowly pulling out of it to be in the rest and digest. Breathwork is the foundation of this workshop. You will be learning how effective it can be to use as a daily practice to help release any stressors.
Intuitive movement- includes dancing, so please wear comfortable clothes! Swaying motions, gentle movements and some jumping to help release excess energy.
Process present pain and emotional baggage-holistic approach to expunging emotions and experiences through the body that may be stuck as tension.
Strengthen resilience for the future-understanding how to incorporate somatic healing as a daily practice for stress relief
Walk through this hour with an open mind and heart to help unleash stuck energy within the body. Be ready to let go and surrender what does not serve you and take back control over the narrative of your life.
A workshop credit must be purchased in order to sign up for this event. Please purchase this credit and then register for the class.
Members Rate: $35 | Non-Members: $45
Discount applied automatically at checkout.
Get Lifted! Inversion Workshop
Want to go upside down and are not quite sure how? Already practicing inversions and would like to refine and deepen your practice? Join Lindsay for a unique workshop that’s designed for all who are curious about growing their yoga practice.
This workshop includes:
A brief opening flow and drills to activate and prepare the body for inversions
Three inversions: Headstand, Forearm stand, Handstand
Variations of these inversions for all-levels of practitioners to grow their practice
Use of the wall and partner work, with some individual practice
Tips and tricks for accessing and holding inverted poses
Understanding of physical alignment, muscular engagement, and the role of the breath in each inversion pose
Building communication and trust with yourself
Inversions are some of the most beneficial, yet feared, postures that bring equilibrium to many systems of your body. Physically, inversions strengthen our shoulders, arms, and core, and trains our whole body to work as a unit. Mentally, going upside down teaches us the art of shifting our viewpoint as we propel us past our fears into a whole new realm of possibility.
After this workshop, you will have gained the knowledge, confidence, and experience to safely and effectively practice a variety of inversions on your own and in yoga classes.
A workshop credit must be purchased in order to sign up for this event. Please purchase this credit and then register for the class.
Members Rate: $35 | Non-Members: $45
Discount applied automatically at checkout.
The Lab Open House
Join us on Friday, May 12th from 5-7pm to discuss The Lab Teacher Training Program. We’ll dive into the deets and answer any questions you may have.
Pilates, Pleasure, & Your Pelvic Floor
An Indigo Physio & Pilates House collaboration. Make your PF your BFF. Join Dr. Sam Duflo and Penny Lane for a 90 minute workshop focusing on activating your pelvic floor and learning how it relates to your breath, orgasm, and pleasure. Our goal is to get you well acquainted with your PF through breath work and movement so that you can learn how to achieve your optimal "O"
A special credit must be purchased in order to sign up for this event. Please purchase this credit and then register for the class.
Members Rate: $50 | Non-Members: $60
Discount applied automatically at checkout.
Design Your Life
Join Jason and discover a variety of meditation practices you can use to access your higher self. You’ll discuss how you can apply them to different areas of your life so you can achieve your personal goals and make this year your most fulfilling one yet. This workshop is perfect for newbies or those wanting to take their meditation practice to the next level. What to bring? An open mind, your favorite journal, and something to write with.
A workshop credit must be purchased in order to sign up for this event. Please purchase this credit and then register for the class.
Members Rate: $35 | Non-Members: $45
Discount applied automatically at checkout.
Restore & Revive
Sink into an evening of pure bliss. In this deeply therapeutic workshop, Lindsay will guide you through a 90 minute revitalizing and healing yoga practice.
Start with pranayama (breathing) then move into a slow-flowing series of standing poses designed to revive the body and mind. The second half of the class includes restoring floor-based poses that are held longer to unlock your body including your feet, legs, hips, back, shoulders, neck and wrists. These postures will keep your body healthy and your mind stress-free.
This style of yoga will target the connective tissues such as ligaments, bones, and joints of the body that are not often exercised in a more active style of yoga practice. Feel the healing benefits of yoga by liberating your body's chronic holding patterns and pain.
Accessible for all levels, this class includes pranayama, meditation, and a rejuvenating yoga flow. The room will be warmed to a comfortable 78-80 degrees to allow for optimal release of the body.
A workshop credit must be purchased in order to sign up for this event. Please purchase this credit and then register for the class.
Members Rate: $35 | Non-Members: $45
Discount applied automatically at checkout.
SaunaFit + Pilates House Self Care Social
JOIN SAUNFIT + PILATES HOUSE FOR A SELF-CARE SOCIAL
FIRST, GET HOT WITH AN EXPRESS AAA • This full body flow will use targeted exercises to strengthen your core, sculpt your arms, and sizzle your glutes.
THEN, COOL OFF WITH COLD IMMERSION • After you've worked up a sweat, take the plunge, and join the Saunafit 3-Minute-Club; Energizing. Fat-burning. Mood-boosting. Detoxifying. Good for the mind, body, + soul.
$25/person
30-min AAA Class
3-Min-Club Duo Plunge (2 people per tub, 2 plunge sessions)
HOW TO PREPARE •
Bring: water bottle + a change of clothes (for after your plunge!).
Wear: athletic clothes (suggested: sports bra + shorts/bike shorts).
Provided: yoga mat, towels, changing room + extra water