Why Become a CPMS Member?

Becoming a CPMS member means joining a national community committed to strengthening Pilates across Canada. Members gain access to recognition, professional support, and the opportunity to help shape the future of our profession.

As a member, you will:

• Be eligible to vote in the CPMS Board Election Webinar on December 10th

• Be listed in the upcoming National Pilates Registry

• Gain credibility through verified membership status

• Access grant opportunities for education, community support, and rural studio development

• Participate in shaping national Pilates standards and ethics

• Support a unified, inclusive framework that represents all Pilates lineages

• Be part of a growing movement to strengthen Pilates across Canada

To vote in the Dec 10 Board Election Webinar,
you must become a member by December 9th

MEMBERSHIPS

Apprentice

Instructor

Practitioner

Educator

Studio

Clinic

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CPMS?

The Canadian Pilates Method Society promotes the growth of Pilates in Canada as a registry of all individuals who are apprentices to educators and businesses that sell services and products that support the Pilates community.

How to become a member?

Apply for membership through the links above by filling out the registration form. Once we have confirmed you have uploaded a copy of your certification at the level you wish to join, your information will go live in our directory. Should you not have a certificate documenting your certification, the starting point is as an Apprentice until such time you are able to provide documentation.

What membership levels are available?

We offer six membership levels: Apprentice, Instructor, Practitioner, Educator, Studio, and Clinic, catering to various expertise levels.

• Apprentice Membership is for anyone teaching Mat or learning to teach Pilates, either on the Mat or Pilates equipment

• Instructor Membership is for anyone certified to teach on Pilates equipment, specifically on the Reformer

• Practitioner Membership is for anyone certified to teach on all of the Pilates equipment and has been teaching for a minimum of 5 years

• Educator Membership is an individual who is a Practitioner and has developed or is working with a curriculum that facilitates the development of Apprentices or Instructors

• Studio Membership is an studios that offer Pilates as a part of its services

• Clinic Membership is a therapeutic clinic that offers rehabilitative Pilates as a part of its services

How CPMS Supports Pilates Facilitators

The Canadian Pilates Method Society (CPMS) exists to protect, elevate, and advocate for the Pilates profession in Canada. Just as the College of Physicians and Surgeons supports medical practitioners and the Law Society upholds standards for legal professionals, the CPMS provides a unified framework for excellence in Pilates education, practice, and public understanding.

Your membership fees directly support:

• Professional Recognition & Standards

  • Establishing clear, credible guidelines that define competent Pilates practice across Canada.

• Advocacy & Protection

  • Representing Pilates facilitators at the national level and strengthening the profession’s legitimacy within healthcare and wellness fields.

• Public Awareness

  • Investing in social media and educational campaigns to correct misconceptions about Pilates, highlight its therapeutic value, and elevate the profession in the public eye.

• Registry & Verification

  • Providing a trusted public directory that helps clients, clinics, and studios identify qualified Pilates professionals.

Annual or monthly memberships make these initiatives possible and ensure that Pilates practitioners receive the same level of professional support and recognition seen in other regulated fields.