How do I start a Pilates business?

So you are passionate about Pilates and want to start your own business? Let us help you with our 8 steps to getting set up!

Check out our guide with the steps you need to start a Pilates studio the right way:

Qualification comes first when you start a Pilates studio! You need to ensure you have either the Level 3 Pilates diploma or Fitness Pilates certification before you can start teaching.
Insurance- you must be insured to teach pilates classes, take a look at fitpro.com
Build your brand. A strong brand is key to being recognisable, choose your colours, font, logo and how you want to present your brand. Take a look at other pilates brands for ideas.
Work on a business plan. You will need to plan ahead on how you are going to grow your business and make it viable.
Get situated. Where will you teach? In a local hall? Your own studio? From home? At a gym?
Set your prices- compare with other local classes and work out your packages- will people pay as you go or buy memberships?
Start marketing. Now you are ready you need to get yourself out there- start marketing your classes- use social media and old school marketing like leafleting in your local area. You can make free marketing materials easily at www.canva.com
Get help from others. Ask other Fitpros for tips on setting up, how they marketed themselves and their brand- it is also helpful when setting pricing. Our Fitpro supporters group is great for this – a facebook group of over 600 fellow fitpros all sharing ideas plus free business training.