The Complete Reformer I course covers the entire Classical beginner level repertoire of exercises on the Mat and the Reformer. The first weekend of this course is the foundation of the Power Pilates method. Students will learn to teach the 18 beginner level mat exercises, be introduced to Power Pilates teaching tools, philosophy, and teaching formula as well as gain an understanding of the basics of anatomy needed to become a successful Pilates instructor. Every Power Pilates program builds upon the information learned during this weekend of training.
In the second weekend of this course, students will be introduced to the most sought after of Pilates apparatus, the reformer. Students will learn to perform and teach beginner and intermediate level Classical reformer exercises, with an emphasis on safety. Complete Reformer I is required to progress to Complete Reformer II. Students may also choose to enroll in the Full Comprehensive program at a discounted tuition upon completion of this program.
Language: English
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| May 25-30, 2026 Monday 11:00am-5:00pm Tuesday 11:00am-5:00pm Wednesday 12:00pm-5:00pm Thursday 12:00pm-5:00pm Friday 12:00pm-5:00pm Saturday 12:00pm-5:00pm | Reformer 1 Certification w/ Davidson Reid Pre-requisites: None - direct entry, or upgrade from Reformer 1 Fundamentals | |
YOUR TEACHER TRAINER
Davidson Reid
Davidson Reid’s experience with Pilates began more than 35 years ago, when he started studying Pilates as part of his Ballet training. After spending his late teenage years and twenties as a Ballet dancer, theatre performer, and Pilates Instructor in New York, Europe, and South Africa, he returned to Atlanta in 2001. Soon after his return, he acquired Studio Lotus and, along with the team he built, grew it into the Southeast's largest and most respected Pilates studio. In June of 2002, he began a partnership with his former employer, Power Pilates New York, and became their first Teacher Trainer and Southeastern Regional Director. Over the next 15 years, Power Pilates became the primary source of the next generation of highly skilled, sought-after Pilates instructors in Atlanta and the Southeast. During that time, Davidson wrote numerous original workshops, presented at conferences worldwide, and certified hundreds of Pilates instructors in Atlanta, across the country, and internationally.In need of a change in rhythm and responsibility, Davidson began studying Structural Integration and anatomy with Thomas Meyers in 2016. After more than a year of intensive study and work, Davidson became a board-certified Structural Integrator, sold Studio Lotus, and began an extended hiatus from Power Pilates. In early 2018, along with his partner, Sarah Cook, he opened Physical Culture, a reimagined studio that is better able to help clients realize their individual potential. In January of 2025, Davidson excitedly accepted Power Pilates' offer to become a Master Teacher Trainer and resume leading teacher training courses at home and abroad. Since then, he has traveled to several cities in Asia and the US, teaching the Power Pilates curriculum, which he loves and believes in, to a new generation of Pilates instructors
DIRECTIONS AND LOCATIONS
Host Center
Elite Pilates Club
Student Cancellations and Transfers: We understand that sometimes plans change. Refunds are not available for any Power Pilates programs. However, you can transfer to another program or hold a credit on file to use in the future if you are unable to attend your registered program and notify us before the first day of classes. An additional $150 change fee applies to all program changes, transfers, and cancellations, due when the new program is chosen.
Postponements by Power Pilates: Power Pilates reserves the right to postpone or reschedule any program or course at any time in the event of unforeseen circumstances such as war, riots, fire, flood, snowstorm, hurricane, typhoon, earthquake, lightning, explosion, financial limitations, strikes, lockouts, sickness, and acts of state or governmental action prohibiting or impeding Power Pilates from performing its respective obligations. Refunds are not available for any Power Pilates programs. Students will be notified and have the option of attending the alternate date, holding a credit on file, or enrolling in the same level of the Online Academy.
Please see the Power Pilates Student Contract for further information.
