Program Overview

Length: 4–6 months

Time Commitment: ~6–10 hours/week

Compensation: $20/hour for approved teaching hours

The Mome Studios Apprenticeship is offered at no cost to participants. Apprentices are paid for teaching time and receive personalized mentorship, training, and ongoing support throughout the program. Mome Studios only accepts two (2) apprentice candidates per cycle. We take our applications very seriously, we ask that you place the same importance on your materials if you decide to apply for consideration.

Core Requirements

• Teach two (2) classes/week – Lead Pilates Teacher and at least one or two Mome Studios teachers will take this class. As you progress in your training, we will open this up for other Mome students to attend at a reduced drop in rate on MindBody. Includes real-time feedback and post-class reflections from your mentor and peers to help you grow in your teaching presence, cueing, and sequencing.

• Observe two (2) classes/week (minimum) – Stay connected to your own practice and the Mome community. Gain insights by watching experienced instructors in action. Use observation forms to reflect on class flow, cueing, modifications, and client engagement. You’ll also receive one (1) free class per week, with additional classes offered at a discounted rate of $15/class to support your continued education and personal practice affordably.

• Teaching training practice – Both students in the apprenticeship program will meet up to teach each other a class and use this time for practice hours (1) class/week (minimum)

• Attend one (1) private session/week – Led by Rachel Hall and/or another apprenticeship-approved teacher. These collaborative sessions will focus on technique, teaching strategies, and movement theory. Sessions will be shared with all active apprentices and are an opportunity for hands-on learning in a safe, encouraging environment. 

• Attend weekly 1:1 with the Lead Teacher – This one-on-one time with Rachel will give you the chance to ask questions, get individualized feedback, and set goals that reflect your growth as a teacher.

Additional Program Components

These components are included at no cost, enriching your apprenticeship experience and providing the depth of training typically associated with paid teacher training programs:

• Monthly Workshops (1/month) – Topics May Include:

• Advanced cueing techniques

• Programming for special populations (e.g. prenatal, injury recovery)

• Creative class design + flow building

• Anatomy for movement

• Studio etiquette, boundaries, and cultivating supportive class energy

• Practice Teaching Labs (Biweekly) – Teach mock classes to your peers and receive detailed, structured feedback from your mentor and cohort.

• Teaching Evaluations – You’ll receive mid-point and final evaluations to measure your progress, identify strengths, and refine your teaching style in preparation for professional work.

• Reflective Journaling & Goal Setting – Track your journey with guided journaling prompts. You’ll reflect on your voice as a teacher, personal challenges, and how your relationship to Pilates evolves during the program.

• Observation Hours at Peer Studios (Optional) – Broaden your teaching perspective by visiting other local studios and observing different instructors, formats, and studio cultures. Mome Studios leadership will make recommendations upon request from students. 

Graduation Requirements

To successfully complete the Mome Apprenticeship Program, apprentices must:

• Complete a minimum of 40 teaching hours, 40 observation hours, and 20 private or group training hours

• Attend all required workshops and labs

• Pass a final teaching evaluation

• Complete the full mentorship series with the Lead Pilates Teacher

• Submit a written reflection on your apprenticeship experience

Upon Completion

Graduates of the Mome Studios Teacher Apprenticeship will:

• Be considered for potential teaching opportunities at Mome Studios

• Receive a Certificate of Completion

• Leave with the confidence and tools to begin teaching in a group or private setting

• Have a professional reference and mentorship connection with Mome’s teaching staff

Whether or not you teach at Mome Studios, you’ll walk away with the skillset and support to teach authentically and effectively in any environment.

To Apply

If you are interested in joining us in the studio as an apprentice candidate, please submit the following by June 1, 2025 to Rachel Hall, rachel@momestudios.com:

• Your resume

• A copy of your Pilates training certificate

• (If you're currently enrolled in a program, include the name and estimated completion date. Apprentices must complete their training program by July 1, 2025 to begin the summer apprenticeship series.)

• A short statement (3–4 paragraphs) about your interest in Pilates, your teaching aspirations, why Mome Studios feels like the right home for your continued education, and your weekly availability starting July 15, 2025.