Building a Pilates Instructor Culture Through Systems and Trust

In this third and final part of our conversation with professional Pilates instructor Carla Ricalis, we explore how systems transform not just the running of a Pilates studio, but the experience of instructors and clients alike. 

Carla and David share candid lessons from failures, the importance of trust and accountability, and how structure creates more freedom for instructors to thrive. 

If you’re a Pilates studio owner looking to strengthen your instructor team and scale with confidence, this episode will give you practical strategies and a fresh perspective. 

What You’ll Learn in This Episode 

• Why systems are essential for both efficiency and freedom in a Pilates studio. 
• How to build a trust-based instructor culture without micromanaging. 
• Lessons learned from failures in instructor development during COVID. 
• The power of structured mentoring and in-house workshops for professional growth. 
• How tiered pricing and incentives can align instructors, clients, and studio success. 

Connect with Carla Ricalis 

LinkedIn: Carla Ricalis 

Website: https://www.studiopower3.ca/ 

Connect with David Gunther via Linkedin  

Website: https://www.pilatesbusiness.com.au/ 

Facebook: Pilates Business 

Youtube: @pilatesbusiness1126 

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