Preparing for the Pilates Mat Certification Exam

All study materials are optional.

The exam is designed to measure the skill and knowledge of a Pilates Mat trained candidate. Graduates of any Pilates Mat program can take and pass the exam after graduation without any additional study.

Candidates may use the following tools along with any other textbook to prepare for the exam.

Study Tools

Return to Life Through Contrology, by Joseph Pilates

Joseph Pilates' original vision, now enhanced for today's practice.
full-color pictures and exclusive exercise videos!
A version available on Amazon for purchase in and paperback formats.

Order on Amazon → Vuelva a la Vida en Español →

Pilates Mat Exam Study Guide

A version available on Amazon for purchase in both Kindle and paperback formats.

Order on Amazon → Pilates Mat Examen - Guía de Estudio: Spanish Edition →

Return to Life, by Joseph Pilates

An online, public domain version, original from University of Michigan - Google digitized.

View it here.

How to Get Certified View →

From eligibility to receiving your credential, learn all the steps required to take the exam and get certified.

Frequently Asked Questions View →

Commonly asked questions about the NPCP, including rules, continuing education, how to prepare for the exam, renewal, and more.