Become a Job-Ready Reformer Instructor
Get Inspired & Inspire Others with Reformer Academy
Why Train Reformer with Lab Studios in Singapore?
What Makes Reformer Academy Different?
Reformer Academy is designed to do one thing exceptionally well: prepare you to teach group reformer classes confidently and competently from the moment you graduate.
While most reformer trainings focus heavily on private sessions, we focus on what studios truly need: skilled, structured instructors who can hold space and lead dynamic group classes.
We blend traditional Pilates concepts with modern, accessible group class methodology — and back you with post-training mentorship and teaching opportunities that truly set you up for success.
Course Objectives
- Understand the foundations of reformer Pilates through a body-part-based exercise library
- Learn to cue, modify, and program reformer classes for diverse group settings
- Apply functional anatomy to class planning and sequencing
- Gain confidence and presence as a teacher through hands-on teaching labs
- Learn the Lab Studios approach to reformer — built on clarity, structure, and care
Course Structure
In-Person Training:
- Dates: 23–25 May and 30 May–1 June (Fri–Sun)
- Time: 8am to 6pm daily
- Location: Lab Studios East Coast, 135 East Coast Road, Level 2, S428820
Over 90 Hours of Training and Mentorship
Pre-Training (15 hours)
- 15 hours: Attend at least 15 reformer classes before training begins
In-Person Training (60 hours)
- Conducted over 6 days (23–25 May and 30 May–1 June)
- Exercise breakdowns by body part (arms, core, lower body, etc.)
- Functional anatomy applied to movement
- Modifications, cueing, and sequencing techniques
- Class planning and teaching drills
- Peer teaching and feedback practice
Business of Reformer (2 hours)
- Led by Jasmine
- Covers career pathways, and studio ownership insights
Post-Training (20 hours)
- 10 hours: Class observation at Lab Studios
- 10 hours: Practice teaching
Total: 90+ hours
Structured to equip you with both technical skill and real-world readiness to lead group reformer classes.
Meet Your Trainers
Jacqueline Lee brings 23 years of experience in the Pilates industry, having taught at top studios including Focus Pilates, The Pilates Place, Pilates Inc, and The Moving Body. From 2003 to 2015, she taught both group and private sessions, and now focuses primarily on private clients.
She is STOTT Pilates Fully Certified, with additional certifications in STOTT Special Populations, Balanced Body Faculty Trainer, Physical Mind, GYROTONIC, ART (Active Release Technique), and FST (Functional Stretch Therapy). She also holds a Master of Science in Exercise and Nutrition.
Since 2011, Jacqueline has served as a faculty trainer with Balanced Body, leading teacher training programs and mentoring instructors across the region.
At Reformer Academy, Jacqueline leads the exercise methodology portion of the training — guiding trainees through technical execution, repertoire selection, and peer teaching. Her depth of knowledge and clarity in delivery empower future instructors to build a strong foundation in reformer Pilates.
Founder, Lab Studios & Reformer Academy – Business of Pilates Lead
Jasmine Chong is the founder of Lab Studios and has been teaching movement for over 17 years. With 9 years of experience running one of Singapore’s most recognisable boutique fitness brands, she brings a unique blend of teaching and business expertise to the Reformer Academy.
Jasmine is trained across all modalities offered at Lab Studios — yoga, barre, mat Pilates, reformer Pilates, and LabX. She is known for her energetic, form-focused teaching style that helps people move in ways that feel good in their bodies.
At Reformer Academy, Jasmine leads the Business of Reformer module. She shares practical, real-world knowledge on how to build a sustainable teaching career, how to stand out in auditions, and what studios actually look for in instructors. With her experience hiring and mentoring hundreds of teachers, she is passionate about helping trainees become truly job-ready — and even planting the seeds for future studio ownership.
What’s Included?
In-Person Training (60 hours)
Printed Manual
Class Plans
Practice Teach Opportunities
Support for Post-Training Assignments
Mentorship (For Selected Candidates)
Post-Course Workshops with Jasmine
What Happens Post-Course?
Get Reformer-certified in Singapore and start teaching with confidence!
Upon completion of all course modules, your observation and practice hours, and your final assessment, you’ll be a certified Reformer instructor—ready to lead group classes and share your love of Pilates with the world
Start building your teaching portfolio, reaching out to studios, and stepping into the exciting career of movement instruction.
But Wait, There’s More…
We don’t believe in just handing out certificates. We believe in walking with you.
Show up, do the work, and give it your all — and you may be selected to join the Reformer Academy Mentorship Programme, where you’ll have the opportunity to:
- Teach public reformer classes at Lab Studios
- Receive 1:1 mentorship and feedback from our team
- Grow alongside a supportive community of like-minded movers
We’re relaunching our Reformer Studios in July 2025, and we’re looking for teachers who are passionate, reliable, and aligned with our mission.
We want to grow with you.
We want to welcome you into the Lab family.
What Should I Expect from the Reformer Instructor Course?
Support, structure, and guidance.
Whether you’re looking to build your own classes, transition to a full-time teaching career, or simply deepen your understanding of reformer Pilates — we’re here for it.
Our trainers are committed to your growth and success. We’ll guide you through every step: from technique to cueing, from anatomy to real-life class management. You’ll walk away with a strong foundation — and the confidence to step into your first class.
Who Is This Reformer Instructor Training For?
This course is designed for both new instructors and experienced movers who are ready to step into the world of teaching reformer Pilates — especially in group class settings.
We welcome applicants from a wide range of backgrounds, and we offer different tracks to meet you where you are:
- Currently teaching reformer Pilates elsewhere?
You may be invited to audition. If selected, you’ll undergo internal training with a $1000 refundable deposit. - Previously completed a reformer training but not teaching?
You may qualify for a bridging option focused on cueing, teaching methodology, and our group class framework — at 50% off. If hired, your training is considered a refundable deposit. - Completely new to teaching?
You’ll join our full course, designed to take you from student to teacher, with practical, hands-on guidance every step of the way.
We welcome:
- The Pilates addict who wants to understand the why behind the movement
- The curious mover who isn’t sure yet, but feels called to more
- The entrepreneur dreaming of opening their own studio
- The side hustler ready to make fitness part of their life
- The passionate leader who wants to make a living doing what they love
Need help with your resume or audition video? Thinking about studio ownership down the line? Let’s chat. We’re here to build with you.
Hear from our past graduates
It was a comprehensive, fun and engaging course for new and aspiring barre teachers-to-be.
I came out feeling very fulfilled and assured that there will still be support after course completion. Attendees not looking to teach will also benefit from having increased self-awareness through this course when they go for future classes.
Thank you Jasmine, Leandra and Joelle for your patience, guidance and encouragement!
As someone who practiced barre for a couple years before joining BLTT, I entered the training with a pretty broad understanding of barre, albeit quite superficially.
I loved how the training delved so deeply into every aspect of barre and really allowed me to acquire so much knowledge over such a short period of time, as well as introducing me to new aspects of a solid barre class, like musicality, effective cueing techniques etc. that I was not aware of previously.
The structure of the course also allowed for a few days of assimilating and practicing whatever was taught to really cement my knowledge before the next training weekend, which I found really effective for my learning.
I really appreciated all the constant feedback given as the training progressed because it was very helpful in correcting any misconceptions I had about barre / teaching barre on the spot and I was able to continue my learning more efficiently with new perspectives. Overall, this course was excellent in helping me deepen my passion for barre, and also understanding why I had this passion at all in the first place. I really, really appreciate the time and energy taken to curate and refine the training because the expertise and good vibes present throughout the 6 days were really incredible.
Thank you Leandra, Jo & Jasmine!
No regrets at all stepping out of my comfort zone to join the Barre Lab Teacher Training!
Leandra, Joelle and Jasmine delivered the course contents exceedingly well and shared plenty of their own experiences, knowledge and practices with us. Not to forget how friendly and encouraging everyone was!
Highly recommend BLTT to anyone who is looking to expand their barre practice and / or become a barre instructor 🙂
The training program was very well executed and thought out. It was comprehensive and a well rounded programme and the trainers offered personal insights from their cumulative years of experience. The programme offered trainees a deeper insight into barre and provided a great beginner framework on steps to becoming a teacher.
I enjoyed myself very much and learnt so much and also met many barre enthusiasts. I would highly recommend anyone who is interested to take the leap and sign up!
The training provides a well-rounded foundation in teaching Barre. I have definitely gained more self confidence and awareness of my strengths and areas of improvement in this journey. I have also learned that nothing is impossible if you truly put in your heart and hard work and learn to trust the process!
I recommend this programme to anyone who enjoys barre and has a keen interest to share their love of barre with others!
What did you gain out of the training? - A deeper appreciation for barre and the hard work that goes into planning and teaching a class! I definitely also got stronger and more confident through the practice sessions.
Who will you recommend this training to? - Anyone who wants to take their practice to another level! If you've ever even wondered what it'd be like leading a class, the training is for you 😊
What did you gain out of the training? - The practice teach sessions equipped me with the additional hands-on practice needed for me to find my own style, as well as continually improve on my ability to provide the ideal cues. The class observations were also tremendously helpful as they provided an opportunity to learn from the other instructors.
Who will you recommend this training to? - Doubt kills more dreams than failure ever will! If you are passionate about barre and have thoughts about teaching barre, you should most definitely sign up! Upon completion of the programme, try to start teaching as soon as possible 😊 This way, you can ensure that you can apply all the knowledge you have gained immediately!
What did you gain out of the training? - I learnt how to communicate effectively and concisely so that the students can get the cues quickly and have a good workout.
Who will you recommend this training to? - Anyone who had ever considered getting a barre instructor certification! If you never try, you never know!
What did you gain out of the training? - I learnt how to communicate effectively and concisely so that the students can get the cues quickly and have a good workout.
Who will you recommend this training to? - Anyone who had ever considered getting a barre instructor certification! If you never try, you never know!
What did you gain out of the training? - I am now a barre instructor! That's the biggest gain for me. I fulfilled one of my dream jobs! Other than that, i have also gained knowledge on the anatomy of the body and barre techniques that are so useful for class sequencing.
Who will you recommend this training to? - I will recommend this training for people who want to be a barre instructor but don't know where to even start or people that love barre and want to understand the intricate planning that goes behind each carefully thought class.
What did you gain out of the training? - This is a very systematic programme that helps students understand how the human body functions, what exercises will work which muscles and it also covers how to give instructions, alignment cues and motivate the students.
Who will you recommend this training to? - Anyone who wants to gain a deeper understanding of the workout and also to gain an appreciation of the alignment and instruction cues given by barre instructors.
What did you gain out of the training? - The training has taught me the importance of body awareness and alignments - having a good posture is key! Other than learning how to sequence a fun and effective class, the workshop even details the intricacies of reading the room, creating a safe and comfortable environment during the class. Another huge gain was getting to know the rest of the trainees better, gaining friendships and community that's forged through sweat, tears and burn~
Who will you recommend this training to? - Anyone who loves Barre, has the interest to teach, or simply to find out more about the art and science behind a Barre class! You DO NOT have to be flexible - can't emphasise this enough! This training programme essentially covers all areas - you will be equipped with everything you want to know, need to know and things you never thought that you would know. No regrets!
What did you gain out of the training? - I’m walking out of BLTT as a more empowered person. I’ve learnt how to coherently and effectively cue in a barre class, and how to identify which type of exercise targets the specific muscle group. Additionally, I’ve been dealing with a weakened post-partum core, which has significantly improved thanks to BLTT!
Who will you recommend this training to? - Anyone who’s aspiring to be a barre teacher, or simply wanting to learn how to effectively deepen their barre workouts. Leandra and Jasmine have created a very comfortable and safe space for all students to be at ease with themselves while becoming confident instructors.
What did you gain out of the training? - Apart from learning the fundamentals of barre and the science behind each class, my greatest gain is getting to know and being immersed in an entire community of strong, fun-loving and talented individuals. Already looking forward to my next class with everybarre-dy 🙂
Who will you recommend this training to? - This training would be suitable for someone who is passionate about barre and wants to either (1) deepen his/her knowledge and techniques of barre and why it’s such a functional workout or (2) someone who is considering to teach barre as a full-time career or a side hustle!
What did you gain out of the training? - Confidence. A healthy appreciation for how my body supports my daily life, and knowing how to effectively strengthen my body makes me feel confident that I can take care of myself well, and by extension, being able to guide others into taking care of themselves as well.
Who will you recommend this training to? - Truly, anyone and everyone. Be it taking the first step towards becoming a barre instructor, or simply to deepen your understanding on barre workouts. In any case, it’s definitely a step out of your comfort zone, and I believe that’s where growth takes place.
This prompted me to find out more about the Barre Teacher Training!
It was very empowering to see my progress from not being able to verbalise a few sentences during the first week of training and transforming to a point where I am now able to confidently teach a 55 min class!
My most memorable part of this journey would be the friendships made with like-minded people who share the same passion of Barre. The training covered in-depth understanding of muscle groups to help me understand their functional movement, effective cueing techniques, demo, injury and pre-natal considerations and musicality that set me up for a solid foundation.
Most of the hard work actually comes during the practice teach and observation classes.
I am thankful for the constant feedback from my peers and the Trainers!
Thank you, Leandra, Joelle and all my peers for such an awesome journey!
(just to prove to myself that maybe i could do anything I set my mind to hehe).
From anatomy to effective cueing and sequencing, every aspect covered allowed me to gain more clarity in my practice and teaching classes. As someone who enjoys finding out how way things work, hearing about the thought process behind how each class is put together was probably my biggest takeaway.
There was also a sense of community with my batch mates that helped me push through the intensity of back to back training, a shared experience we still laugh about.
I really do believe barre is for everyone and similarly, I believe this training is for everyone. Whether you have intentions of teaching, regaining confidence in yourself or doing something crazy and unexpected, there’s no harm in trying 😀
I didn’t really expect to learn a lot but I was pleasantly surprised.
I gained new aspects of teaching, such as musicality and how to use music to move and motivate the class
and help with the cueing when words are not enough.
I also love how they emphasised on affirming language in cueing and being inclusive to everyone.
It’s definitely helped me in becoming a more effective and inclusive instructor.
I would recommend this training to aspiring instructors, or even current instructors in other movements.
The training provided an in-depth exploration of every aspect of barre, and it was incredibly transformative. It not only enhanced my understanding of barre’s foundational principles but also taught me the intricacies of effective teaching. One of the most memorable moments of the training was realizing that I could confidently create and structure my own class sequences. That milestone gave me the confidence to think like an instructor, rather than just a practitioner.
I loved the structured approach to the curriculum. It was thoughtfully designed to build our skills step-by-step. The combination of theory, practical sessions, and hands-on experience was incredibly effective. I particularly appreciated the focus on anatomy which helped me understand the movements on a deeper level and refine my ability to cue them properly.
This training has not only deepened my passion for barre but also strengthened my connection to a vibrant, like-minded community, and I’m excited to continue growing and helping others discover the joy and benefits of barre.
A huge thank you to Leandra, Joelle, and all of my fellow trainees! Your support, encouragement, and feedback have been invaluable.
For those considering this journey, my advice is to approach it with an open mind. Remember, true growth happens outside your comfort zone, and it’s through the challenges that you’ll experience your greatest progress.
Understanding how different muscle groups engage during specific barre exercises was insightful. I also learnt how to effectively cue people in a way that is clear, motivating, and accessible for everyone in class. My key takeaway was that even a small adjustment can make a big difference in a student’s experience as it is helping them avoid injury & get the most out of their workout.
Last but not least, I treasure the friendship that was born out of this training with fellow trainees! ☺️
Leandra and Joelle are amazing at sharing all the theory knowledge and also, equipping us with all the practical skills needed to be a great barre instructor!
I will recommend BLTT to anyone who's interested in deepening their understanding in Barre!
I also enjoyed learning about body language and verbal encouragement. It gave me a better understanding on how a barre class can be enhanced by the smallest action from the instructor.
I highly recommend anyone who has a passion for teaching or simply wish to take their barre practice to the next level to join BLTT!
Beyond the technical skills, I learned so much about cueing, musicality, and class structure. And what made this journey even more special were the friendships I formed along the way. If you’re thinking about joining, I highly recommend it. It’s an incredible opportunity to challenge yourself, deepen your love for barre, and grow in ways you never imagined!
I recommend this training to anyone who loves barre. This training makes teaching barre fun and not too technical to teach! Just do it and enjoy the flow!
Course Dates
Training Days:
23 – 25 May & 30 May – 1 June 2025 (Fri–Sun)
8:00am to 6:00pm
Lab Studios East Coast – 135 East Coast Road, Level 2
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For someone who signed up for BLTT thinking “let’s just try”, I came out of it feeling pretty empowered!
Empowered with not only the knowledge but also confidence. The amazing team of trainers are more than willing to answer any questions you have. The course structure sets you up for success. It is extremely comprehensive and easily understandable for someone like me who has never done anatomy before.
Through the training, I also gained new like-minded friends! Friends who enjoy barre as much as me. I also found that I have a very different “teacher voice” that comes out when I practice teach 🤭 Jokes aside, I gained a deeper appreciation into what kind of effort goes into not only planning a well rounded full body workout, but also how to cue students to move, how to be aware and ensure students are aligned.
This also ultimately enables students who come to class to leave satisfied. I want to be able to teach such classes as well🤞🏻I would recommend this training to anyone who enjoys barre, or wants to know why certain exercises burn, or wants to teach, or just make friends with people who like barre just as much as you do. Just try!