Teacher Training Glasgow
At Meridian Yoga and Pilates Studio ®, our overarching aim is to create an inspiring and engaging space for wellness professionals to learn, grow and support each other. Whether this be through our Glasgow Yoga and Pilates Teacher Trainings, CPD courses or individual mentoring.
Level 3 Mat Pilates Training- Glasgow 2026
Train to be a Pilates Teacher in 2026 in the heart of Glasgow’s East End!
For some reason, people often think Pilates is a trend reserved for skinny, wealthy women.
Victoria Cunningham, founder of Ordinary People Academy, is passionate about breaking that stereotype — and she’s living proof that Pilates is for everyone.
The truth is, the more people Victoria can reach with this practice and message, the better the world will be.
You don’t need a dancer’s body. You don’t need to fall within a certain age bracket. And you definitely don’t need to be flexible. That’s the point of starting Pilates — to become stronger, healthier, and more at ease in your body. Not to already be there.
If you’ve ever experienced how Pilates can ease a sore back, open tight hips, support recovery from childbirth, aid sports performance, or help with injury rehab, then you already know its power.
And that’s exactly why this teacher training could be for you.
But here’s the thing: for so many people, that weekly Pilates class is the only hour they dedicate solely to themselves.
If you want to help others experience that kind of mind–body transformation, while deepening your own understanding of your body, this training is the next step.
Victoria has been a Pilates instructor for 19 years. When she first trained, she was the only participant with a yoga background. What she quickly discovered was that yoga and Pilates beautifully complement each other — but Pilates is what truly helped her connect with her core. It gave her a whole new level of body awareness, enhanced her personal yoga practice, and enabled her to move into postures she never could before. Most importantly, it made her feel stronger, more present, and more centred.
In 2011, Victoria became the first person in Northern Ireland to teach Level 3 Pilates training. Because she was ahead of the curve, she developed a unique, adaptable style — moving away from rigid, classical Pilates and creating an approach that is accessible to all. Her method has been especially effective for people living with Parkinson’s, MS, cancer, and for older adults.
At the heart of Victoria’s work is community — her classes create connection, while helping people feel better in themselves. And if that’s what you want to bring into the world, this Pilates teacher training is for you.
Investment: £2250 - one off payment or £2500 - x5 monthly payments of £500
200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training - Glasgow 2026
Train to teach Yoga with confidence & clarity at Meridian
Embodied Teaching is a 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training, held at Meridian Yoga and Pilates in the East End of Glasgow – led by Michelle Lang with the support of expert guest teachers: Lorraine Livingstone, Gillian Campbell, Tally Kerr and Victoria Cunningham. It’s designed for committed yoga practitioners, who want to develop an authentic teaching style which is grounded, inclusive, and supportive. This training balances practical teaching skills with theory, self-inquiry, and embodied learning.
Why Choose This Training?
Learn to teach with presence rather than performance
Build confidence in sequencing, cueing, and class design
Deepen your understanding of anatomy, nervous system, and trauma-informed principles
Gain skills to create inclusive, safe, and adaptive classes
Integrated teaching practice woven throughout the course
This training has been influenced through years of reflection and lived experience, offering a supportive, inquiry-led environment where students are encouraged to explore, question, and grow as teachers. You’ll also receive a complementary membership for the duration of your training and the opportunity to join our cover teacher list once you qualify. Throughout the course, you will receive mentorship from your tutors.
What You Will Learn
Functional anatomy and applied biomechanics
Nervous system regulation and trauma-informed teaching
Subtle body and energetics
Pranayama and breath awareness
Yoga philosophy and mythology
Inclusive language and effective verbal cueing
Sequencing with intention and intelligent transitions
Teaching methodology, class planning, and professional practice
The business of yoga – an area often overlooked on teacher trainings.
Teaching practice is integrated throughout so that knowledge is embodied and immediately applicable in real-life classes.
Who This Training Is For?
This course is suitable for dedicated yoga practitioners who feel called to teach or deepen their personal practice. A minimum of two years of regular yoga practice is required. Places are offered through an application and interview process to ensure the training is the right fit. The interview is informal and supportive, intended to clarify intentions rather than assess performance.
Course Dates: 2026 -2027
24th - 25th October
14th - 15th November
5th - 6th December
9th - 10th January
6th - 7th February
13th - 14th March
24th - 25th April
22nd - 23rd May
13th - 14th June
4th - 5th July
28th - 29th August
18th -19th September
Graduates Leave With
Confidence to teach safely and authentically
Skills to design and deliver thoughtful, inclusive classes
A deeper understanding of yoga anatomy, philosophy, and energetics
Tools to continue developing their own practice and professional growth
Access to teacher peer support group
Investment
Early Bird Offer £2900 - valid until Friday 6th March
Pay in full, or deposit of £500, followed by x6 monthly payments of £400
Free Information session
Join us for a free, informal information session to learn everything about Meridian’s 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training
This is your chance to ask questions, get a feel for the training, and see if this is the right fit for you.
FAQ’s
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The training runs over 12 in-person weekends from October 2026 to September 2027. Learning is progressive and integrates theory, embodied practice, discussion, and teaching practice throughout the course.
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Each day includes a balance of:
Embodied practice (asana, breath, somatic exploration)
Lectures and group discussion
Practical exercises and applied learning
Integrated teaching practice
Breaks are scheduled but are not counted as teaching hours.
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The training includes 40 hours of integrated teaching practice, woven into key modules rather than taught separately. This includes short peer-teaching, sequencing labs, cueing practice, feedback, and reflection.
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Yes. Trauma awareness is a core thread. Students learn about the nervous system, choice, and inclusive teaching, and apply these principles directly within sequencing and teaching practice.
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Anatomy is taught from a functional perspective, focusing on how bodies move in real life. Topics include joints, connective tissue, common yoga-related injuries, and areas such as the spine, hips, shoulders, lungs, and psoas.
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You’ll need at least two years of regular yoga practice. No teaching experience is required. Pre-reading or reflection may be offered to support your learning.
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Assessment is ongoing and supportive, including:
Participation and integration
Short written or reflective tasks
Teaching practice and observation
A final practical teaching assessment
There are no surprise assessments at the end of the course.
The course is accredited with Yoga Alliance Professionals.
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Yes. The course includes 20 non-contact hours, such as reading, reflection, observation, or written work. Clear guidance is provided.
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Not necessarily. Some students join to deepen their practice and understanding. Many find their relationship to teaching unfolds naturally during the training.
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Places are limited. An application and informal interview process helps ensure the training is a good fit for everyone involved.
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This training may be a good fit if you:
Have at least two years of regular yoga practice
Are curious about how and why we teach, not just what we teach
Want to explore yoga through an embodied, functional, and trauma-aware lens
Value inclusive language, thoughtful sequencing, and real-world teaching skills
Learn best through practice, reflection, and discussion
Are open to feedback and committed to personal growth
Feel called to teach, or want to deepen your relationship with yoga in a meaningful way
This training may not be the best fit if you:
Are looking for fast-track certification with minimal self-inquiry
Prefer rigid sequences or prescriptive teaching formulas
Are not able to attend the majority of in-person weekends
Are unwilling to engage in reflective or participatory learning
You do not need to have teaching experience, be “advanced” in postures, or fit a particular mould. All bodies, backgrounds, and learning styles are welcome.
If you’re unsure, you’re warmly invited to attend the free information session or reach out for an informal conversation to explore whether this training is the right fit for you.
Yoga and Pilates Business Mentoring
Empowering Yoga and Pilates Teachers to build thriving businesses
A tailor made, 1:1 mentoring package, designed to suit your individual needs. This is suitable for both new and experienced yoga and pilates teachers because the sessions are designed around your personal goals. Here are some examples of areas Michelle can help you with.
Are you?
Newly qualified and feeling overwhelmed
An existing teacher looking to increase revenue
Opening a new studio
Wishing to establish better boundaries with clients
Looking to build confidence and “put yourself out there”
Seeking work life balance
Seeking to build your brand and market your business
Wanting help with your social media strategy
If this speaks to you, Michelle’s mentoring programme is completed on a one to one basis consisting of 6, one hour long sessions, over a 6 month period. In between sessions, you’ll have homework to work on and fortnightly accountability emails.
The option to integrate shamanic healing techniques or tarot is also available if you feel stuck on an energetic level or wish to seek spiritual counsel.
You can also mix and match between zoom/ in person coaching sessions, assisting or observing Michelle’s public yoga classes.
Investment
Investment is £720 if paid in full, or 6 monthly payments of £130