Apply for our April 2026 Intake LV2 Intake.

Become a Certified Pilates Instructor — with Villa Pilates & FONV Association.

Our April intake for LV2 begins Saturday 25th April and runs for 9 weeks until the end of July. The examination period scheduled for 15th, 16th & 17th September. This immersive, in-person program is delivered at our beautiful CBD & Carlton studios and led by our experienced Villa instructor team.

Whether you’re ready for a new career, looking to deepen your movement knowledge, or dreaming of teaching Pilates globally — this course is your starting point.

Advance your teaching.

Refine your expertise.

After completing Level 1, many instructors discover something unexpected — the more they learn about Pilates, the more they realise how much deeper the practice goes.

Level 2 is designed for instructors who want to move beyond the fundamentals and develop a more refined, confident and intelligent teaching approach.

Through advanced programming, deeper anatomical understanding, and more sophisticated use of equipment, this course helps instructors elevate their classes and better support a wider range of clients.

In the heart of Melbourne

Level 2 training is delivered in person at our Villa Pilates CBD and Carlton studios, allowing instructors to continue developing their skills in a real studio environment.

This immersive format ensures:

• Hands-on learning
• Real-time feedback from course educators
• Advanced teaching practice
• Exposure to real studio classes and clients

At Villa, we believe the best instructors are developed through experience, mentorship and community.

Why continue (or begin) with FONV?

At Villa Pilates, our instructor training is from the FONV Association — a globally accredited Pilates education body originating from Korea.

FONV is known throughout Asia for its depth, rigour, and emphasis on real anatomical understanding. This isn’t surface-level learning. FONV’s approach trains instructors to teach with purpose — cueing effectively, programming intentionally, and adjusting students with both confidence and care.

FONV Level 2 builds on the strong foundations established in Level 1 and deepens your professional Pilates education.

You will move beyond simply teaching exercises and begin to understand why and how movement works for different bodies.

FONV is widely respected across Asia’s leading Pilates markets including Seoul, Tokyo, Shanghai and Singapore, and continues to grow internationally.

Level 2 focuses on:

• advanced movement analysis
• intelligent programming
• deeper anatomical application
• adapting exercises for different bodies and injuries
• refining cueing and teaching style

This is where instructors begin to develop their own voice, confidence and teaching identity.

What You’ll Learn

  • Advanced Mat & Reformer

    Deepen your understanding of advanced exercise variations, progressions, and precise cueing techniques to challenge and support a wide range of clients.

  • Cadillac

    Learn how to utilise the Cadillac for strength development, mobility work, rehabilitation-focused exercises, and detailed movement support.

  • Wunda Chair

    Explore the Chair apparatus and its unique ability to challenge balance, stability, and strength while allowing for creative and dynamic programming.

  • Barrel

    Understand how to incorporate barrels to improve spinal mobility, posture, and flexibility through carefully guided exercises.

  • Advanced Anatomy & Biomechanics

    Build a deeper understanding of muscular chains, joint mechanics, and how anatomical structures influence movement and exercise programming.

  • Postural Analysis & Structural Assessment

    Develop the ability to observe posture, identify imbalances or movement patterns, and design programs tailored to individual needs.

  • Private Session Programming

    Learn how to design intelligent programs across multiple apparatus to support specific client goals, injuries, or performance objectives.

  • Advanced Movement Breakdown & Exercise Progressions

    Develop the ability to break down complex Pilates exercises into clear progressions and regressions. This allows you to safely guide clients from foundational movements toward more advanced work while maintaining control, precision and alignment.

  • Hands-On Cueing & Instructor Presence

    Refine your physical cueing, touch corrections and instructor presence to deliver clear guidance and build trust with clients during private sessions. Learn how subtle adjustments can dramatically improve movement quality and client outcomes.

Villa’s very own LV2 Instructors.

LV2 April 2026 Intake Dates

FAQs

  • What Are the Main Pilates Instructor Qualifications in Australia/NZ?

    There are three main qualification pathways:

    1. Pilates Certificate Course

    2. Certificate IV in Pilates (nationally recognised)

    3. Diploma of Pilates

    These are all valid and accepted across studios in Australia & New Zealand — each varies in cost, duration, depth, and career pathway. Some advanced programs may offer an Advanced Diploma or Bachelor degree in Pilates, but they’re not essential for starting your journey.

    You can become a Pilates Instructor from studying our course, which is accredited by Korean Fitness standards. By completing the course, you can apply for national Pilates Instructor insurance which then allows you to teach at a Pilates studio.

    The only benefit of studying at a Certificate IV/III is if you’re looking to work as a Pilates Instructor in an Australian gymnasium, which usually requires this particular certification.

    Most boutique studios, wellness centres, and clinics accept certificate-trained instructors — especially if they’ve trained with reputable programs like FONV Academy.

    You only need a Certificate III/IV in Fitness if you plan to work at commercial gyms like Fitness First or Goodlife. These chains often have internal policies that require fitness qualifications for insurance purposes.

  • With our course certification, you can pursue various career paths in the Pilates industry. You can work as a group Pilates instructor for mat or reformer classes, offering both group sessions and private lessons to clients. Additionally, the certification may open doors to opportunities where you can train and mentor aspiring Pilates instructors, shaping the next generation of professionals in the field. Our certification also allows you to work as an instructor in studios globally, providing flexibility and opportunities for international experience. The Pilates teachers' community is known for its supportive and encouraging atmosphere, offering flexible work hours and locations. Whether you have kids or other commitments, you can choose the hours you want to work, and the compensation is fair and competitive.

  • The FONV Level 02 Course runs for approximately 5 months, beginning Saturday 25 April 2026 and concluding with final examinations scheduled for 15–17 September 2026.

    Training takes place through a combination of in-person practical sessions, structured coursework, and guided self-study, allowing instructors to progressively build their knowledge of the full Pilates studio apparatus.

    Throughout the course, students will attend scheduled training sessions, complete practice teaching hours, and prepare for the final examination with the support of our course educators.

    This extended format allows instructors to develop confidence with advanced apparatus, deepen their anatomical understanding, and refine their teaching practice over time.

  • Our pricing for LV2 follows:

    Certified in a non-FONV course $6500 (requires one bridging test conducted via 1-on-1 with Winkie, cost is $50)

    Certified from FONV LV1 course $6200 ($300 discount)

  • As we have a close knit team and small intake, we can only allow two sessions missed within the fees of the $5500 course.

    We will offer make-up sessions during apprenticeship month.

    If more than 2 sessions are missed then any subsequent make up sessions will incur a $150 lesson fee.

  • The next Level One exam will be held in Melbourne in April 2026 (TBC).

    However, you may attend the examinations at other FONV association studios in other countries if they have one at a more suitable time for you.

  • With your certificate you may apply for positions at Pilates Studios of your choice. Villa Pilates requires all graduates to interview at the studio alike other applicants.

    As Villa Pilates is the official FONV education centre in Melbourne, there are career opportunities to become a FONV educator in Melbourne.

  • Students of the FONV academy have the opportunity to undertake placement and observation hours at Villa Pilates studio.

    However, students are welcome to organise these at any studio of their choice.

  • The FONV Level 02 Course is designed for instructors who are ready to expand beyond foundational mat and reformer training and develop a deeper understanding of Pilates across the full studio apparatus.

    This program is ideal for:

    • Graduates of the FONV Level 01 Instructor Course looking to continue their professional education and deepen their teaching expertise.

    • Pilates instructors trained through other programs who want to expand their knowledge of the Cadillac, Chair and Barrel and gain the FONV Level 02 certification.

    • Instructors currently teaching group classes who wish to develop the skills required to deliver highly personalised one-on-one sessions.

    • Movement professionals such as physiotherapists, dancers, yoga instructors or fitness trainers who want to incorporate advanced Pilates apparatus into their practice.

    • Instructors seeking to build long-term careers in Pilates, whether teaching in boutique studios, clinical environments, or internationally.

    Level 2 is where instructors begin to move beyond teaching exercises and start developing the ability to observe, analyse and program movement intelligently for each individual client.

  • Your course tuition includes all required learning materials and training components needed to complete the FONV Level 02 certification.

    This includes:

    • All in-person training sessions with FONV Certified Course Educators
    • Access to all course webinars and online learning materials
    • Official FONV textbooks and course manuals
    • Use of Villa Pilates studio equipment during training sessions
    • Practice access to our studios outside of class hours (subject to availability)
    • Ongoing mentorship and support throughout the course
    • Final examination assessment

    There are no additional mandatory fees during the course.

    Students are permitted to miss up to two training sessions, which can be made up without charge. If more than two sessions are missed, additional makeup lessons may be arranged and will incur a fee.

    In the event that a student does not pass the final examination, a re-sit assessment is available for $150.

  • Our course is popular with international students as the FONV course is highly recognised in Korea, Singapore, Japan, Malaysia and China.

    FONV Melbourne’s course is ideal for those on working holidays, tourist visas, or already residing in Australia.

Advance your journey!

Apply now — all applications are carefully reviewed to ensure alignment with our program values and community standards. Please complete the form thoroughly, as we select students who demonstrate dedication, professionalism, and a genuine passion for Pilates education and practice.