The number of studios offering Pilates as a core modality is still on the rise around the world with classes regularly being oversubscribed and studio owners having to hire new instructors to meet the demand.

Key insights from this new research include:  

• 77% of Pilates studios are growing and 67% are selling out classes  
• New instructors entering the Pilates industry has grown 15% since 2015 with 34% of instructors starting in the past 7 years, but Pilates instructors remain in high demand 
• Nearly 40% of studio owners say they need more Pilates instructors, and 30% are currently hiring new instructors 

"Now is an ideal time to become a Pilates instructor,” said Joy Puleo, director of Education, Balanced Body Education. “This new research underscores the demand for Pilates is higher than ever, and – with the increasing awareness of the importance of the mind-body connection, core strength and flexibility – more and more people are seeking out Pilates as a way to improve their overall health and fitness. With participation at an all-time high, the demand has never been greater for passionate and enthusiastic industries.  

The survey also found that Pilates instructors love their jobs and 72% report high career satisfaction:

• 89% of instructors strongly agree that they love their job as a Pilates instructor, and 92% would recommend Pilates as a great career for others  
• 79% look forward to going to work every day 
• 94% said they get to help others make a difference in their lives 
• 89% feel a sense of purpose and enjoy the ability to help people 
• 85% say teaching Pilates is good for their personal physical health and fitness