Benefits
· Certificate of Membership
· Access to the Pilatessuisse network via our member`s portal (other members, workshops, newsletter,...)
· Discount for all Pilatessuisse workshops
· Right to vote at the Annual General Meeting
· Listing on the Pilatessuisse website
· Right to use the Pilatessuisse logo. Membership is only conferred on the individual and not on a community (studio)

· Discount on the Qualicert certification and simplified certification process

· Emfit recognition

· Partnership with Solution+Benefit regarding group insurance

Members must demonstrate their knowledge of the following:

• History and principles of the Pilates method
• Methodology and teaching
• Contraindications and modifications
• Knowledge of anatomy as relevant to Pilates

Additionally depending on certification:

The member must have a valid BLS-AED or First Aid certificate.

The training program must adhere to the requirements established in the PilatesSuisse Teacher Training Program Guidelines. It should be completed by undergoing a practical test and a written theory examination. This applies to all certifications. Suppose a trainee completes the practical test and written theory examination before fulfilling the required physical training hours, observation hours, and teaching hours. In that case, he/she will be granted the following time slots to complete these necessary training hours while maintaining a student membership status:

• 2 years for Mat Training and Mat and Reformer Training
• 3 years for Comprehensive Training

Mat Training:

For Mat, a minimum of 150 training hours are required. This is equivalent to approximately six months of training. In addition to the attendance time at the training centre/school, this should include:

• At least 50 hours of teaching experience.
• At least 40 hours of student's own physical training in a Pilates studio, or 60 hours including online live training. In this case, at least 50% of the 60 hours must be practiced in a studio.
• At least 15 hours of observation at a Pilates studio, or 25 hours including online observation with a minimum of 50% in studio observation.

Mat – Reformer Training:

For Mat and Reformer, a minimum of 300 training hours are required. This is equivalent to approximately one year of training.In addition to the attendance time at the training centre/school, this should include:

• At least 100 hours of teaching experience.
• At least 60 hours of student's own physical training in a Pilates studio, or 80 hours including online live training. In this case, at least 50% of the 80 hours must be practiced in a studio.
• At least 20 hours of observation at a Pilates studio, or 30 hours including online observation with a minimum of 50% in studio observation.

Comprehensive Training:

Comprehensive training (all levels and equipments) entails a minimum of 500 hours, equivalent to approximately 1.5 to 2 years of training. In addition to the attendance time at the training centre/school, this should include:

• At least 150 hours of teaching experience.
• At least 80 hours of the student's own physical training in a Pilates studio, or 100 hours including online live training. In this case, at least 50% of the 100 hours must be practiced in a studio.
• At least 50 hours of observation at a Pilates studio, or 60 hours including online observation with a minimum of 50% in studio observation.
• Additionally, two case studies must be documented during the training period.

4. Registration for membership

Applications must be made online, through the Pilatessuisse website.Graduates who have obtained their Pilates training from a training organization recognized by Pilatessuisse only need to submit the relevant training certificate and their valid BLS-AED or First Aid certificate with their application for registration.Graduates of other training schools must provide full evidence of training as detailed in Points 1 to 3.

Studio membership does not entitle you to an additional voting right in addition to the active membership.   

· Mention of the studio on the Pilatessuisse website 

· Direct link to own studio 

· Every instructor working in the studio must be an active member or student member.

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A provisional membership can last a maximum of 3 years. 

Provisional members do not have the right to vote.   

· Access to the Pilatessuisse network via our member`s portal (other members, workshops, newsletter,...) 

· Discount on Pilatessuisse workshops 

· Confirmation of provisional membership