Kane School

Pilates Certification

Our Mission

The Kane School Pilates certification is a rigorous training that combines the classical Pilates choreography with a modern, clinical perspective on the body. This comprehensive program forges embodied teachers with x-ray vision. The Kane School curriculum prioritizes anatomy, biomechanics and assessment. Our goal is to train advanced Pilates professionals with skills in palpation, manual perception, programming, and optimizing functional movement. Graduates are independent problem-solvers that thrive in a variety of settings across the fitness, wellness, and clinical spaces.

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Our Structure

The Kane School is directed by Kelly Kane and Matt McCulloch and has its primary location at kinected, a collaborative teaching studio and clinic that fosters a culture of continued learning and growth. The Kane School has additional training center locations both domestically and internationally. The full training is a 3-step process: (1) Core Muscle Anatomy, (2) Comprehensive Mat, and (3) Apparatus Training.

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Three-Step Process

1. Core Muscle Anatomy

We believe that an in-depth knowledge of anatomy is essential for movement instructors. The Core Muscle Anatomy course filters volumes of movement information into fundamentals directly applicable to the Kane School core principles and crucial to understanding biomechanics, palpation and assessment. Through hands-on work and movement, students learn about anatomy in real time. Transferable to multiple modalities, this interactive course provides a solid foundation for movement professionals of all disciplines. It is also an inspiring knowledge refresher for current teachers or anyone curious about the human body. Completion of CMA (or testing out) is required before starting Comprehensive Mat.

We believe that an in-depth knowledge of anatomy is essential for movement instructors. The Core Muscle Anatomy course filters volumes of movement information into fundamentals directly applicable to the Kane School core principles and crucial to understanding biomechanics, palpation and assessment. Through hands-on work and movement, students learn about anatomy in real time. Transferable to multiple modalities, this interactive course provides a solid foundation for movement professionals of all disciplines. It is also an inspiring knowledge refresher for current teachers or anyone curious about the human body. Completion of CMA (or testing out) is required before starting Comprehensive Mat.

2. Comprehensive Mat

This course is divided into two weekends. The first weekend introduces the 9 foundational principles of the Kane School through the lens of anatomy, movement and pre-pilates exercises. The pre-pilates exercises deepen students’ knowledge about the body first hand, and are also used as assessment tools students can use to program classes and sessions. In the second weekend, students learn the classical choreography, contraindications, modifications, how to integrate props and strategies for programming. Students can graduate as a fully certified comprehensive pilates mat instructor after completing their independent hours and passing their exam. Completion of this course is required before starting the Apparatus Training.

This course is divided into two weekends. The first weekend introduces the 9 foundational principles of the Kane School through the lens of anatomy, movement and pre-pilates exercises. The pre-pilates exercises deepen students’ knowledge about the body first hand, and are also used as assessment tools students can use to program classes and sessions. In the second weekend, students learn the classical choreography, contraindications, modifications, how to integrate props and strategies for programming. Students can graduate as a fully certified comprehensive pilates mat instructor after completing their independent hours and passing their exam. Completion of this course is required before starting the Apparatus Training.

3. Apparatus Training

The Kane School’s Apparatus Training builds on CMA and Comprehensive Mat to train highly competent instructors to teach on all 5 pieces of apparatus, program for a wide range of injuries, contraindications and conditions, and grow into well-rounded pilates professionals. This thoughtfully layered course is divided into two Phases. Phase 1 consists of learning all levels of the classical choreography on the Reformer, Cadillac, Wunda Chair, Barrel and Spine Corrector. Phase 2 consists of 4 modules focused on anatomy, biomechanics, touch and common pathologies in all regions of the body. These courses take instructors to the next level of integrating anatomy knowledge, having respect for the body, teaching embodiment, thinking creatively and solving problems in real time. There is an emphasis on creating a safe environment to move in and learning to see with your hands. Students are encouraged to continue their education and develop a vision for who they are as individuals in the movement field.

The Kane School’s Apparatus Training builds on CMA and Comprehensive Mat to train highly competent instructors to teach on all 5 pieces of apparatus, program for a wide range of injuries, contraindications and conditions, and grow into well-rounded pilates professionals. This thoughtfully layered course is divided into two Phases. Phase 1 consists of learning all levels of the classical choreography on the Reformer, Cadillac, Wunda Chair, Barrel and Spine Corrector. Phase 2 consists of 4 modules focused on anatomy, biomechanics, touch and common pathologies in all regions of the body. These courses take instructors to the next level of integrating anatomy knowledge, having respect for the body, teaching embodiment, thinking creatively and solving problems in real time. There is an emphasis on creating a safe environment to move in and learning to see with your hands. Students are encouraged to continue their education and develop a vision for who they are as individuals in the movement field.

My time at the Kane School has been full of personal and professional growth. The thoughtfully-scaffolded structure of the Basic Training program allowed me to repeatedly circle back to ideas, each time with a deeper, more nuanced understanding of the material. ~ Ellyn Sjoquist, Kane School student 2017

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Kane School Course Dates

Core Muscle Anatomy

  • LOCATION: Kinected in NYC
  • PREREQ for Comprehensive Mat & Basic Training equipment certification
  • FORMAT: Weekends, 10-4
  • SPRING DATES (No EB available): Spring: April 25-26 & May 2-3
  • FALL DATES (No EB available): Sept 26-27 & Oct 3-4
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Two Weekends, Sat/Sun

Kane School Comprehensive Mat

  • LOCATION: Kinected in NYC
  • PREREQ: Core Muscle Anatomy or passing grade on anatomy entrance exam
  • FORMAT: Weekends, 9-5; ; Register 2 weeks in advance, save $50
  • SPRING DATES: March 7-8 & March 14-15; May 16-17 & May 30-31
  • FALL DATES: Oct 24-25 & Oct 31-Nov 1
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Two Weekends, Sat/Sun

Apparatus Training

  • LOCATION: Kinected in NYC
  • PREREQ: Core Muscle Anatomy and Comprehensive Mat
  • FORMAT: Weekend (Sat + Sun 10am-4pm) + Intensive (weekdays 12-4pm) tracks available, all listed courses in person. Email for virtual options. Register 2 weeks in advance to save $75!
  • BREAKDOWN: Phase 1: Basic, Intermediate & Advanced Choreography // Phase 2: Modules 1-4: MODULE 1: Teaching & Touch Primer, The Healthy Client, Lumbopelvic Region; MODULE 2: Head, Neck & Ribs, Shoulder, Elbow, Wrist, & Hand; MODULE 3: Hip, Knee; MODULE 4: Ankle & Foot, Clients Over 60
  • SPRING/SUMMER WEEKENDS: JANUARY - JULY --> Phase I: Basic Choreography: Jan 10-11; Int Choreography: Feb 7-8 Adv Choreography: March 7-8; Module 1: March 28-29; Module 2: May 2-3; Module 3: June 6-7; Module 4: July 11-12
  • SPRING INTENSIVE: MARCH - MAY --> Basic Choreography: March 23-25; Int Choreography: March 30-April 1 Adv Choreography: April 13-15; Module 1: April 27-29; Module 2: May 4-6; Module 3: May 11-13; Module 4: May 18-20
  • SUMMER/FALL WEEKENDS: JUNE - DECEMBER --> Basic Choreography: June 20-21; Int Choreography: July 11-12; Adv Choreography: Aug 1-2; Module 1: Sept 19-20; Module 2: Oct 10-11; Module 3: Nov 7-8; Module 4: Dec 12-13
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Weekends & Weekday Intensives

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If you can’t make these dates, ask us about private training in any teacher training course. If you have an accessibility request, please contact us with “Kane School Accessibility Request” in the subject line. Please give us two weeks notice to grant your request.

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Kane School Certification Tuition

Core Muscle Anatomy

$575

Includes both required texts: CMA manual and Trail Guide to the Body

Comprehensive Mat

  • Tuition: $975 ($470 deposit to register)
  • Plus:
    - $505 +tax for the student card (includes a manual and e-workbook, 5 in-person
    mat classes, 1 Expert private, and 1 Senior private session)
    - $29.50 +tax for prop bundle (pinky ball, overall, and green theraband)
    - Mandatory $25/month for 3-month Virtually Kinected membership (must be paid
    directly via Virtually Kinected, not eligible for payment plans)
  • Total: $1,584.50 + tax

Apparatus Training Phase I & II

 

  • Tuition: $4,675.00 - Includes all lectures, meetings with program directors, supervised teaching, Student Lecture Series sessions, independent study hours and $125 final exam fee. $300 deposit due at time of registration, payment must be made through the Education Manager. Inquire for payment plans.
  • Kinected Student Card: $1,919.22 - Includes Phase I & II manuals, workbook, 10 equipment classes, 9 private expert sessions, 1 private senior session, 10 private apprentice sessions. Purchased through the Front Desk one week prior to the start of the program. Optional to purchase: flashcards, $50
  • Total: $6669.22

Scholarships & Work Study

  • The Kane School BIPOC Scholarship Fund fully covers CMA, Comprehensive Mat and the Apparatus Training. The deadline is December 1, 2026 for the 2026 year. Applications will open August 2026.
  • Workstudy opportunities are based on administrative need. If you’d like to be notified when we’re hiring or send us a resume to keep on file, please email us.