The Educator's ROI

May 15-17, 2026 | Louisville, Kentucky

The Educator’s ROI Weekend is a multi-day educational experience designed for Pilates teachers and studio owners who want their continuing education to translate directly into stronger teaching, clearer programming, and long-term sustainability. Hosted by Pilates Fit Studio, this immersive weekend focuses on delivering meaningful return on time invested, skills refined, and impact made in the studio.

Through a thoughtfully curated schedule of workshops, movement sessions, and community connection, participants will engage in education that supports both the art and the practice of teaching Pilates.

What to Expect During the Weekend

  • A full schedule of educational workshops led by experienced educators

  • Pilates Mat classes designed to support embodied learning and integration

  • Opportunities for discussion, reflection, and peer connection

  • Optional private and semi-private sessions with presenters

  • Practical tools and teaching strategies intended for immediate use

  • Time set aside for community building and informal connection

Educational Focus

Throughout the weekend, sessions explore a wide range of topics relevant to today’s Pilates professional, including:

  • Thoughtful, inclusive approaches to teaching diverse bodies

  • Apparatus-based concepts and Chair work applications

  • Strategies for supporting bone health, spinal strength, and longevity

  • Refining cueing, sequencing, and motor learning

  • Sustainable business practices and educator development

Who the Weekend Is For

The workshop is designed for Pilates instructors, teacher-trainees, and studio owners seeking continuing education that deepens understanding, sharpens teaching skills, and supports professional growth, both in the studio and beyond.

Workshop Presenters

  • Nicole Alvarez Smith - Founder of Core Love Culture and a performance-driven Pilates educator with over 20 years of experience training dancers and professional athletes, drawing from a career that spans major dance institutions and global touring.
  • Kristen Davis - Nationally Certified Classical Pilates Teacher and co-founder of The Pilates Lab in St. Louis, known for her thoughtful programming and mentorship rooted in multiple Classical lineages.
  • Erica Walters - Erica Walters is the owner of Pilates Fit Studio and a nationally recognized Pilates educator and exercise scientist specializing in biomechanics-driven programming, spinal health, and teacher development.
  • Juan Estrada - Juan Estrada is a Master Instructor and Lead Trainer with Real Pilates NYC, with over 25 years of experience teaching Classical Pilates internationally and contributing to teacher training and continuing education worldwide.

Registration & Participation

The Educator’s ROI Weekend offers a comprehensive schedule of education hours with flexible registration options. Early registration and payment plans are available, with limited capacity to support a focused learning environment.


For full details, schedules, and registration information, visit Pilates Fit Studio’s event page.