What inspired YOU to become an instructor?
HOW TO SUBMIT
We want to hear your unique story. Use these questions as a starting point but not a formula. Tell us what you want to say about your path toward becoming a Pilates instructor. Speak naturally and authentically. The video should be 30 - 60 seconds total duration.
Tell us who you are and where you are on your instructor journey. For example:
"Hi, my name is ____ and I'm completing my training with STOTT PILATES® Academy @ [Studio Name], in [City], [Country]."
Or
"Hi my name is ____. I recently completed [X course/workshop] at STOTT PILATES Academy [Studio Name], in [City], [Country]."
What inspired you to become a Pilates instructor?
What moment made you realize you wanted to pursue Pilates professionally?
What changed in you that made you decide to take this step?
Why did you choose STOTT PILATES for your training?
What have you learned on this journey that surprised you?
How has this training changed the way you see movement — or yourself?
What excites you most now that you're on this path?
Where do you see yourself teaching one year from now?
How do you hope to impact others through your teaching?
What do you hope this Pilates journey will help you build?
VIDEO SPECIFICATIONS
Vertical only (9:16)
Minimum 1080 x 1920 resolution (4K preferred)
Stable (tripod or secure surface)
Eye-level framing (mid-shot, chest-up, centered)
Videos should be 30-60 seconds total
Please speak in your own native language
English subtitles will be added prior to posting on Instagram
Face natural light or soft front lighting
No strong backlighting
Avoid harsh overhead shadows
Quiet environment
No background music
No equipment or class noise
Use headphone mic (e.g AirPods) or lav mic if available
Clean studio setting
No competitor branding visible
No visible brand logos on clothing
FILE DELIVERY
Complete the form linked below, which allows you to attach your original video file.
You will also have the option to submit 1 vertical portrait photo and/or 1 short (5–10 sec) B-roll clip of you doing an exercise or teaching an exercise.