CAREERS, OPPORTUNITIES AND TRAINING

JOIN THE ROUGE TEAM

We are always looking for new talent to grow our team of Pilates instructors.

Jobs

OPPORTUNITIES

Opportunity 1

INSTRUCTOR SUPPORT

Through our energy exchange program, we're always looking for motivated people to support our instructors before and after class.

Responsibilities include setting up the room, setting up and putting away equipment, cleaning before and after each session, and various tasks that help classes run smoothly.

No Pilates experience is required: we're mainly looking for reliable, positive people who are ready to be part of the ROUGE community.

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Opportunity 2

INSTRUCTORS

Are you certified in Mat Pilates or Reformer Pilates and looking to teach in a dynamic, inclusive environment focused on pushing limits? At ROUGE, we're always looking for passionate Pilates instructors who want to grow within a dedicated team.

Whether you're an experienced instructor or recently certified, we'd love to learn about your journey and give you the chance to grow with a community that values quality teaching, ongoing training and the client experience.

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Training

INSTRUCTOR TRAINING

TRAINING

PILATES INSTRUCTORS

At ROUGE, training is at the heart of everything we do. We believe the quality of a studio starts with the quality of its instructors. That's why we're committed to training skilled, confident professionals who are ready to deliver an exceptional experience to their future clients.

Our mission is to help develop the next generation of Pilates instructors by providing them with practical tools, quality mentorship and training that meets the industry's highest standards.

To achieve this, we chose to surround ourselves with the best. ROUGE is proud to work with Alison Raeya, a Toronto-based Master Teacher who has been training instructors across Canada for over 10 years. Known for her expertise, teaching approach and experience with hundreds of future instructors, Alison brings a level of excellence that perfectly reflects ROUGE's values.

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Pilates instructor training at Rouge Pilates in Gatineau
Certification

MAT PILATES — TRAINING

What to expect

The Raeya Method is a modern group Mat Pilates training program, inspired by the precision of classical Pilates and the energy of dance, barre and functional movement.

PHASE I

60 HRS — IN-PERSON TRAINING — MAT PILATES

  1. Anatomy and biomechanics
  2. Postural analysis and assessments
  3. History and philosophy of Pilates
  4. Fundamentals of Pilates
  5. Mat exercises — levels 1, 2, 3 and modern variations
  6. Teaching practice and hands-on corrections
  7. Industry overview and professional development

PHASE II

POST-TRAINING REQUIREMENTS FOR CERTIFICATION

20 H

Teaching practice

20 H

Personal practice

10 H

Observation

EXAM

Final practical

Coming soon

REFORMER PILATES — TRAINING

COMING SOON Program Description

The Raeya Method Reformer Teacher Training is a contemporary Pilates certification grounded in the principles of classical Pilates and designed for the realities of today's studio environment.

This comprehensive training is designed to develop thoughtful, capable instructors who can lead safe, effective, and engaging group Reformer Pilates classes. Beyond learning the Reformer repertoire, participants develop the practical teaching skills needed to confidently step into today's industry. Throughout the program, you'll learn how to observe movement, communicate with clarity, structure intelligent classes, and adapt your teaching to meet the needs of the individuals in front of you.

This program integrates the principles of classical Pilates with biomechanics and practical teaching methodology, helping instructors understand not only what to teach, but why they are teaching it. Rather than simply memorizing exercises, participants develop an understanding of movement principles that support thoughtful programming, effective cueing, and informed teaching decisions.

Participants work through a progressive Reformer repertoire, including foundational, intermediate, and selected advanced exercises, while exploring modifications, progressions, and the integration of small equipment. Alongside the physical practice, the training includes anatomy, biomechanics, movement mechanics, programming, cueing, teaching methodology, and practice teaching to help bridge the gap between learning Pilates and confidently teaching it.

Whether you're beginning your teaching journey or expanding your existing movement education, the Raeya Method Reformer Teacher Training is designed to prepare you with the knowledge, practical experience, and professional skills to teach in today's group fitness environment.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

60 H — IN-PERSON TRAINING — REFORMER PILATES

  1. 60 hours of in-person instruction
  2. Principles of classical Pilates
  3. Biomechanics and movement mechanics
  4. Beginner, intermediate, and selected advanced Reformer repertoire
  5. Intelligent programming and class design
  6. Verbal cueing and communication
  7. Observation and practical teaching skills
  8. Exercise modifications and progressions
  9. Small equipment integration
  10. Professional teaching considerations

CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

TO ACHIEVE CERTIFICATION, PARTICIPANTS MUST SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETE:

60 H

In-person instruction

20 H

Self-practice

20 H

Practice teaching

10 H

Observation

EXAM

Written examination

EXAM

Final practical teaching examination

Prerequisites

This training is suitable for aspiring and current instructors with a background in Pilates, yoga, dance, personal training, or another movement-based discipline.

Applicants without previous teaching experience are welcome to apply. If you're unsure whether this training is the right fit, we'd be happy to discuss your background and help determine if it's a good match.

Our philosophy

THE QUALITY OF A STUDIO STARTS WITH THE QUALITY OF ITS INSTRUCTORS.

READY TO JOIN THE ROUGE TEAM?

Whether you'd like to support our team, teach Mat or Reformer, or learn about our upcoming training programs, we'd love to learn more about your background.