Mat Pilates Certification: Build Strength, Confidence & Expertise
This comprehensive 100-hour mat Pilates certification blends science-backed movement principles with functional, contemporary Pilates to equip you with the skills and confidence to teach impactful, intelligent classes.
Designed for both aspiring instructors and movement enthusiasts, this course provides a deep dive into Pilates fundamentals, anatomy, alignment, and cueing techniques—ensuring you understand not just what to teach, but why it matters.
Through expert-led lessons, practical teaching drills, and real-world application, you’ll graduate with a strong foundation in movement literacy, the ability to modify exercises for different bodies, and the confidence to create dynamic, safe, and effective classes.
At The Body Balance Studio, we believe movement has the power to transform lives. One of the ways we’re working toward our mission of improving movement literacy in Canada is by bringing our Mat Pilates Certification to both cities and remote communities. By making this training accessible to more people, we’re empowering individuals to share the benefits of mindful movement within their own communities.
The more instructors we support, the more opportunities we create for people to experience the positive impact of movement and fitness. This ripple effect inspires others to take ownership of their health and wellness, ultimately addressing the epidemic of sedentary behavior and helping reduce chronic disease rates across the country.
Our goal is to create a lasting, meaningful impact on the health of our communities—one movement at a time.
LIV URQUHART, BHK, RMT
Meet Your Instructor: Liv Urquhart
Olivia Urquhart is a passionate educator, movement specialist, and the founder of The Body Balance Studio, dedicated to making movement literacy more accessible across Canada. With over nine years in the wellness industry, Olivia blends science-backed expertise with a holistic approach, empowering individuals to move with confidence, strength, and intention.
She holds an Honours Bachelor’s Degree in Human Kinetics, an Advanced Diploma in Massage Therapy, and multiple certifications in Mat Pilates, Lagree, Functional Movement Screening (FMS), Yoga (200hr YTT), and Holistic Nutrition. Olivia’s teaching style combines traditional Pilates principles with contemporary movement science, ensuring every class is both accessible and transformative—whether you’re deepening your personal practice or stepping into a leadership role as an instructor.
At the heart of Olivia’s work is a bigger mission: to improve movement literacy and create more opportunities for mindful movement in communities across the country. Through her 100-hour Mat Pilates Certification, she’s training the next generation of instructors—helping them bring Pilates to both urban centers and remote areas, where movement education is needed most.
The more instructors she supports, the more people gain access to the life-changing benefits of movement and fitness. This ripple effect inspires communities to take ownership of their health, combat sedentary lifestyles, and ultimately reduce chronic disease rates across Canada.
Pilates is more than just movement—it’s a tool for transformation. Olivia’s mission is to help individuals build strength, restore balance, and create lasting change—one movement at a time.