Pilates Wunda Chair Instructor Training

Step into advanced Pilates teaching with our specialist Wunda Chair Instructor Training. Designed for Pilates professionals looking to expand their skill set, this course will equip you with the knowledge, confidence and practical tools to teach the Wunda Chair safely and effectively across a wide range of clients.

The Wunda Chair is one of the most challenging and versatile pieces of Pilates equipment, allowing you to deliver powerful, full-body sessions using standing, seated, supine and kneeling exercises. Mastering this apparatus will elevate your teaching and expand the range of sessions you can offer your clients.

Choose How You Train – In Person or Live Online

Our Wunda Chair Instructor Training is delivered over two full training days, with the option to attend in person with Emma or join the training live virtually via Zoom.

In-Person Training
Join Emma for two full days of hands-on training, working directly with the Wunda Chair and receiving practical guidance, teaching support and feedback throughout.

Live Virtual Training
Can’t attend in person? You can join the same two-day training live via Zoom from anywhere in the world. You’ll train with Emma in real time and work through the practical Wunda Chair repertoire alongside the in-person training.

IMPORTANT: IF ATTENDING LIVE VIA ZOOM, YOU MUST HAVE ACCESS TO A WUNDA CHAIR FOR BOTH TRAINING DAYS. EQUIPMENT IS NOT PROVIDED, SO YOU MUST ARRANGE ACCESS TO A SUITABLE WUNDA CHAIR IN ADVANCE. NO RECORDING WILL BE MADE AVAILABLE YOU MUST ATTEND LIVE.

Train with One of the Industry’s Leading Pilates Experts

Director of Pilates Union UK and your tutor, Emma Newham, is one of the UK’s longest-serving Pilates teachers. She has been teaching Pilates to the public for almost three decades and delivering internationally accredited Pilates teacher training courses and workshops since 2007.

Emma brings a wealth of personal knowledge and industry experience to this comprehensive course. Further education courses are also available for Pilates small equipment and props, allowing you to continue your Pilates journey with Emma should you wish to develop your knowledge further.

Emma is an international presenter for MindBody Fitness and has delivered face-to-face and online training to students across the globe. She is also a qualified Pilates Assessor and Internal Quality Assurer (Internal Verifier), giving you confidence that your training is delivered to a high professional standard.

Take Your Pilates Expertise to the Next Level

By the end of this training, you will be able to:

Teach with confidence and precision
Develop strong coaching skills to enhance balance, control and coordination using Chair-based programming.

Identify and correct asymmetries
Learn how to assess movement patterns and apply intelligent exercise choices to support individual client needs.

Progress clients safely and effectively
Move seamlessly from foundational exercises to advanced Wunda Chair repertoire, ensuring intelligent progression for both private and studio settings.

This course is ideal for instructors who want to stand out professionally, expand their offering and deliver high-level Pilates training with confidence and authority.

The training runs conveniently over one weekend, with two course dates currently available:

📅 14–15 November 2026
📅 13–14 March 2027

Become a confident, in-demand Wunda Chair Instructor, update your knowledge and rediscover your passion for teaching. This course is designed to give you the tools, clarity and inspiration to keep your teaching ahead of the curve.

Upcoming 2 day comprehensive teacher training courses

Location Start Date Cost Places Remaining Time Left to Book
Live & Sunderland, England 14/11/2026 £595.00 6 35 days Book Now
Live & Sunderland, England 13/03/2027 £595.00 8 154 days Book Now

Prerequisites for Instructor Training

Any of the following Prerequisites are acceptable

  • Qualified Pilates Mat Instructor
  • Qualified Pilates Reformer Instructor
  • Qualified Physiotherapist

Please note that if you do not possess any of the above qualifications but have relevant industry experience, then please contact us to check your suitability to take this training

Accreditations

The teacher training course is accredited and approved in the UK

In the UK, this training is endorsed by the awarding body, Focus Awards. 

It is also accredited by EMD UK. 

Costs

The costs of the Wunda Chair In Person instructor training course is listed below.

Pilates Wunda Chair Course Fee

The cost of the 2 days Live training is £595

Course manual is included in the training

Video Assessment fee is £55 (paid only when submitting exam video)

No other costs are payable

 

Course Structure

Classic repertoire exercises from beginner to advanced
Each movement is broken down with clear setup guidance, execution details, essential teaching cues, and key benefits.

Strong foundational work
Master essential Chair exercises such as Footwork and Push Downs to develop stability, strength, and control.

Flow-based intermediate sequences
Explore dynamic movements including Swan, Frogs, Mermaid, and Mountain Climbs to enhance mobility, coordination, and full-body strength.

Challenging advanced repertoire
Progress to classical master-level exercises such as Star, Snake Twist, and Teaser on Top to refine precision, power, and teaching confidence.

 

Course Cancellation

No refunds are given under any circumstances, should you wish to cancel your place on a course. If cancellation takes place within 7 days of course commencement. A place on a future course will be offered to you.

In the event that a student needs to cancel, then the following options are available. 1) Transfer to another course where space available 2) Transfer your place to a colleague of your choice (provided they satisfy our prerequisites) 3) Transfer your funds to any of our online courses available on www.emmanewhamfitness.com.

In order to run any course, there has to be sufficient numbers of students in attendance. In the unlikely event that a course has to be cancelled by us, due to insufficient numbers or for any other reason, you will receive a full and complete refund or offered a place on another course if you wish.

Booking online does not ensure that the course will take place. Please check that your chosen course will run as normal before making any travel or accommodation arrangements.  All courses are confirmed 21 days before course commencement.

What do our Clients say?

Below you can read some reviews from our wonderful clients and find out how we have helped them on their own fitness journey.

  • “Before taking the BarreConcept course, Emma was already very helpful and fast in replying to my e-mails. The course was very special and her passion for teaching the couse and her wide knowledge of pilates, yoga and mindfullness was something that added an extra to the course. She is a great teacher trainer. Emma was also very helpful after the course and she wants you to succeed. ”
    Namita Mathura - Fitness Instructor - Netherlands
  • “I have enrolled Emma's mat pilates and reformer pilates online course. I know her from her famous barre concept you tube but I did not know much about her method of Pilates teaching. When I started to the course, I am plesantly surprised with the quality of the video taught. Each exercise is through and very detailed and impressive. I have been already teaching pilates for a few years and participate in various pilates classes or workshops. I have never encounter this degree of teaching and it was eye opening. I wish I could keep her videos for life as a pilates bible!! Her course are also extremely reasonable price and high quality. I highly recommend her course.”
    Kazuyo Hamasaki - P.T - UK
  • “Where do I begin to praise Emma Newham. I have just completed her first rate Pilates Mat Online Course. Emma delivers this course with such in depth instruction. I watched the videos over and over again and learnt something new every time. Her knowledge and experience is second to none and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this course.”
    Alice Simpson - Dance and Fitness Industry Professional - UK
  • “Emma Newham is someone who truly enjoys and has a passion for sharing her Pilates knowledge. She has professionality, enthusiasm and care for your well being and also for your preparation as teacher. She is my BarreConcept teacher and she is so friendly and helpful even if long distance take us apart as I'm from Rome, Italy. When I have a doubt she promptly answer to my question. She is my best teacher.”
    Claudia Ciolli - Studio Owner - Italy
  • “Emma has helped me in so many ways. I've completed her detailed online courses and feel competent to teach the techniques and exercises straight away after the brilliant videos and instructions. Having had a few issues myself over my own business, and loosing some confidence, I contacted Emma who spent time out of her crazy schedule emailing me giving me support and advice which helped so much. She has given me a new lease of life teaching Pilates and made me believe in myself again. ”
    Meriel Tibbetts - Fitness Industry Instructor - UK
  • “I have known Emma for over a decade. Emma is a brilliant, articulate, passionate teacher who really cares about the people she teaches. Her dedication, knowledge and ability is second to none. The course I did with Emma was fun, exciting and full of new ways to teach which benefitted me greatly.”
    Chris Smith - Fitness Industry Instructor - Canada
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