Merrithew Pilates Education achieves AUSactive approval for STOTT PILATES® courses.
AUSactive is proud to announce an exciting new partnership with Merrithew®, the global leader in Pilates education and equipment, with two of their flagship courses now recognised as approved education programs with AUSactive.
The approved courses include:
- STOTT PILATES® Intensive Mat-Plus™ (IMP) 2nd Edition
- STOTT PILATES® Intensive Reformer 2nd Edition
These courses are delivered in Australia through Merrithew’s network of approved training providers, including Inna Essence, Blue Sky Pilates, Sydney Pilates Training Studio, and The Movement House.
Shannon Fable, Senior Vice President of Education at Merrithew, said the course approval represents an important milestone for Pilates in Australia.
“Gaining AUSactive recognition ensures that STOTT PILATES instructors are empowered with a nationally recognised credential that expands their career pathways across Australia’s fitness, wellness and allied health environments, including rehab centers, physiotherapy clinics, and corporate wellness programs,” says.
“We’re proud to support our instructors with credentials that strengthen their visibility and credibility, while connecting them to AUSactive’s professional community and resources.”
AUSactive General Manager, Industry Standards & Development, Chris Alexander, said the partnership reflects AUSactive’s commitment to recognising diverse, high-quality education across the fitness and wellness industry.
“AUSactive is committed to expanding recognised training opportunities across the growing modalities we represent,” Mr Alexander said.
“We are excited to support the growth of Pilates professionals in Australia through this new partnership.”
“Merrithew® is globally recognised as a leader in Pilates education and equipment, with its programs sought after across fitness, wellness, rehab and health care.”
Graduates of the STOTT PILATES® Intensive Mat-Plus™ (IMP) 2nd Edition Intensive Reformer 2nd Edition, delivered through the Merrithew authorised training providers in Australia, will now be eligible to register with AUSactive as a Fitness Pilates Instructor via both Pathway 1 and 2.
In addition, Personal Trainers and/or Group Exercise Instructors already registered with AUSactive can add Fitness Pilates Instructor to their professional registration upon completion.
This approval further cements Pilates as a key professional pathway within the health, fitness, and wellness industry, ensuring instructors are recognised for their expertise and commitment to delivering safe, effective, and innovative training experiences.
