Financial Assistance

Equity Through Affordable Access to Pilates.

Get support to your Pilates education.

Help To Make Your Access To Pilates Attainable

The Pilates School offers a variety of financial assistance programs for those experiencing financial hardship or who belong to an underserved or underrepresented group, helping them gain access to the life-changing effects of an authentic classical Pilates practice.
These programs are diverse, ranging from our innovative shared memberships to trading time scholarships and work-study opportunities.
Depending on the program, you may be asked to provide documentation to prove your qualifications. In some instances, eligibility is determined on a case-by-case, need-based assessment. Please note that some programs have limited funding, and the most popular programs may fill up quickly.

Students are limited to being enrolled in one financial assistance or cost-reduction program at a time.

Drop-In, In-Person, At-Home Programs

Hardship Waiver/ Payment Plans

20%-80% price reducation

This waiver is for students who experience a sudden and unexpected financial emergency. It allows for a temporary reduction in your monthly membership dues for up to three months, which you then pay back over a three-to-six-month period. This helps students maintain their current membership level without interruption while providing some financial relief during a difficult time.

A serious financial life event (e.g., job loss, medical bill, unexpected expense).
Must have been enrolled for at least 6 months.
A $25 per month administrative fee applies.

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Discount Shared Memberships

Up to $200 monthly savings

Find 4 to 5 Pilates Pals to commit to an in-person, drop-in, or at-home membership collectively as a group to reduce the total cost of your monthly membership.

No household requirement to share.
No additional class limitations for the shared group.
Easy shared group management options.

Teacher Training

Pre-Pilates Basic System Scholarship

50% - 100%scholarship

A scholarship designed for students from underrepresented or underserved groups to gain financial assistance, making it possible to start the Comprehensive Teacher Training program without major financial hardship.

Must be applied for with the Teacher Certification application.
Documentation is required (e.g., prior taxes, pay stubs, and the last two months of household bills).
Students must maintain a B+ average throughout the Pre-Pilates/Basic Coursework.
Must be a member of an underserved or underrepresented group in the Pilates industry.

Teacher Training

Work-Study Program

50%-100% Grant

For students in the Comprehensive Teacher Certification program who have a B+ average entering or currently in the Intermediate levels of their training. Students can be compensated for teaching classes or private clients and have a portion of their pre-tax wage deducted to pay their tuition.

Must be applied for on or before the Basic System exam.
Documentation is required (e.g., prior taxes, pay stubs, and the last two months of household bills).
Students must maintain a B+ average throughout the Intermediate Coursework.
Must have a valid ID, I9 verification, and current CPR certification.

Custom Program

Teacher-in-Training Practice Clients

25% -100% discount

Be an integral part of helping our teachers-in-training practice and hone their skills by serving as a temporary or ongoing client body for their practical study hours. Students who commit to a temporary package of 5 to 10 sessions will receive a 50% discount on the advertised price. Students who commit to being a long-term client body will receive an 85% discount on the advertised price for committing to 18-24 months of 1x a week private sessions.

Must have a relatively healthy body.
Ability to be reliable and consistently attend sessions.
Be available for a 20-minute check-in meeting every quarter.
Be comfortable with an expert teacher intervening to assist the teacher-in-training.
Be comfortable with being observed by up to two other teachers-in-training.

Custom Program

Teacher-in-Training Live Clients

25% cost reduction

Train with an intern or apprentice in a live teaching environment to address your specific body needs and fitness goals. These sessions are great for students who need private sessions for a moderate body issue but cannot afford the standard rate.

Can have moderate body issues.
Must be approved by the Student Service department.
Must be reliable to consistently attend your sessions.

All Programs

Trade-in-Kind

Varies by role

For students who possess a specialized skill set that The Pilates School needs. The student and The Pilates School trade services dollar-for-dollar for a wide variety of programs.

Must apply via BetterTeams for open positions.
Positions may be ongoing or temporary.
Student must maintain good standing in the selected program to keep the trade-in-kind arrangement.

Financial Assistance At A Glance

A comparison table that makes support options easier to understand.

Support Type	Program	Best For	Format
Hardship Wavier	Drop-in, In Person and At Home	Short-term financial relief.	25% to 80% Price Reduction w/ $25 admin fee
Shared Membership	Drop-in, At Person, At Home	Groups of 4 to 5 people ready to commit to a membership teir	Save up to $200 oer month each
Scholorships	Teacher Training	Candidates from underserved or underrepresented groups	50% to 100% scholarship on tuition. Requires maintaining a B+ average.
Work-Study	Teacher Training	Students in Intermediate levels with a B+ average	Up to 15 hours of teaching. Up to 50% of pre-tax wage can be deducted to pay tuition.
Practice Body	Custom Program	Healthy bodies looking for a discount on private sessions	50% to 85% reduction in session costs.
Teacher-in-Training Client	Custom Program	Bodies with moderate to serious body issues seeking private sessions	25% reduction in lead teacher rates.
Trade-in-Kind	All Programs	Students with a specialized skill set useful to The Pilates School	Dollar-for-dollar trade for services.
Community and Sliding Scale	All Programs	Select classes and events offer for free or at reduced cost.	Event calendar in our class schedule.

Access

We don't just say we're affordable—we live it!.

We know times are tough, so we at The Pilates School are actively working to keep our programs accessible and affordable for everyone.

A simple, shame-free application process.
Kind, understanding staff ready to help you find the perfect financial assistance plan.
.Clear and straightforward programs with options to keep up your Pilates practice

Talk To Us About Your Needs!

If you're not sure which option is best for you, please reach out! We're here to help in a friendly and supportive way.

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