a new era of pilates
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not just a method.
a movement.
Three ways to learn.
One mission: to elevate the next era of Pilates.
Jenn saw the gap. So she built the bridge.
And that bridge is the New ERA of Pilates at Elevate Reformer Academy™. At Elevate we are redefining Pilates with a bold, innovative approach that is revolutionizing pilates as we know it. Led by our Master Trainer Jennifer Cueto, who hold certifications in Mat Pilates, Reformer Fitness, Group Fitness, and Personal Training – Elevate is where tradition meets transformation. At Elevate we train instructors not just to know form… but to understand the why, the how, and the real-life application behind every cue, flow, and format.
From our Full Certification, to our Advanced Certification — we are redefining every aspect of the industry. We don’t just hand you a certificate. We hand you the tools to teach with purpose, presence, and power.
A new ERA of Pilates™. A method that that redefines Pilates to create Reformer Fitness.
OUR STORY
the story of elevate.
Jenn and Demi didn’t just build a program
—they built a movement.
Elevate Reformer Academy™ was founded by Jenn Cueto and Demi Lykos, two instructors with a shared passion for raising the standard of Reformer education. Together, they built more than a program — they built a movement.
With certifications in Mat Pilates, Reformer Fitness, Group Fitness, and Personal Training, and decades of combined experience in movement, strength, and education, Jenn and Demi brought to life a new approach to teaching. Jenn also holds a 500-hour yoga teacher training and specializes in Pelvic Floor Health—experience that deepened the foundation of what would become The Elevate Method™.
After completing their STOTT Pilates training, they recognized a gap:
— Traditional Reformer methods had structure but lacked innovation.
— Pilates and fitness classes had energy but lacked versatility and depth of movement.
So they built a bridge. And that bridge became Elevate Reformer Academy™—a space where education meets execution, where technique meets creativity, and where instructors are trained to lead real Reformer Fitness classes with confidence, clarity, and presence.
Today, Jenn continues to lead Elevate Reformer Academy’s next evolution, carrying forward the shared vision she and Demi began: to empower instructors to teach with purpose, precision, and strength—and to keep the spark of Elevate alive in every class taught around the world.
Though Demi has stepped away from day-to-day operations, her influence remains a valued part of Elevate’s roots, and she continues to be a dear friend and supporter of the ERA community.
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why elevate exists:
Because you deserve more than just choreography.
Because your clients deserve more than just reps.
Because the future of Pilates is strong, smart, and instructor-led.
We created ERA to empower the next generation of leaders in Reformer Fitness —with education that’s equal parts depth and drive.
THE THREE WAYS TO EXPERIENCE ELEVATE
One method. Three pathways. Tailored to meet you where you are.
THE FULL
CERTIFICATION:
the advanced CERTIFICATION:
the online certification:
For group fitness professionals or instructors with a minimum of 20 hours of reformer experience who are ready to confidently lead group reformer fitness classes. You'll learn how to cue with clarity, program with intention, and structure dynamic, strength-based flows using our signature Strength-Based Reformer Fitness Method™. Real-world teaching tools, real-time feedback, and real confidence—this is your launchpad.
PERFECT FOR: Fitness professionals ready to expand their offerings, transition into reformer, or finally teach what they’ve been practicing.
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For certified reformer instructors looking to evolve beyond classical Pilates and into the world of modern reformer fitness. This advanced course focuses on strength-forward programming, Level 2/3 movement, cue layering, and elevated sequencing. It’s ideal for instructors who want to lead powerful, results-driven classes rooted in function, creativity, and control. This advanced training requires application and approval.
PERFECT FOR: Seasoned reformer instructors who want to level up their teaching, refresh their approach, and deliver next-level results.
Launching in 2026, our Online Certification will bring The Elevate Method™ to instructors around the world through a fully digital, interactive learning experience.
This program mirrors our in-person teacher trainings, combining strength-based Reformer education, cue-forward teaching, and real-time feedback — accessible from anywhere. You’ll gain the same technical depth, practical application, and instructor mentorship that define Elevate’s in-studio programs, all from the comfort of your own space.
COMING SOON: The future of Reformer Fitness education—powered by progressions, precision, and the next evolution of The Elevate Method™.
