Fitness Academy
Certification

Discover why conventional stretching, strengthening, and even advanced Pilates methods might not overcome certain joint limitations. When you encounter ‘bone knocking into bone’, it’s time for a novel approach.

Become a Mobility Practitioner; End the Cycle of Joint Pain

Upcoming Seminars

Become the instructor who doesn’t just modify around limitations—but actually solves them. The M.F.A. Mobility Certification gives you the missing blueprint to understand what’s happening under the surface. It reveals the true culprit behind movement restrictions and equips you with the right tools to transform painful, limited joints into high-performing ones.

This is for instructors who are ready to question, challenge, and rethink movement from the ground up.

London - United Kingdom

Date: Saturday May 17th 2025

Time 12.30am - 4.30pm

Location: Loving Pilates— 102 Lower Guildford Rd, Knaphill, Woking GU21 2EP

US$549.00

Boston

Date: Sunday - September 14th 2025

Time: 11am - 4.30pm

Location: Lululemon Studio - 208 Newbury St, Unit 206, Boston, MA 02116

USA Tour 2025

US$549.00

Miami

Date: Saturday - September 20th 2025

Time: 1pm - 6pm

Location: Pilathon - 2700 N Miami Ave, Miami, FL 33127, United States

US$549.00

California

Date: Sunday - September 28th 2025

Time 12.30pm - 5.30pm

Location: Natural Pilates - 15222 Ventura Blvd Sherman Oaks, CA 91403

US$549.00

Dubai

Date: Coming soon….

Time TBD

Location: TBD

International Keynote Presenter

PMA — coming soon (China)

The Pilates Expo — Sydney May 4th

Brazil Pilates Convention August

Presenting at Dubai Active October

The Pilates Festival India November

A New Approach

When we get older, it’s not muscles we replace; it’s joints!

 

What do you do when clients walk into your class complaining of pain? The common answer? Adapt, modify, and work around it. That’s not a solution. It’s a band-aid.

Here, you’ll learn to unlock movement in the joints that actually works. Stop modifying around pain, start solving it. The M.F.A. Mobility Certification gives you a blueprint for unlocking joint strength and mobility, not just temporary flexibility.

  • A checklist to confidently tackle pain. No more fear, no more second guessing.

  • A framework to know which pain to stay off, and which pain is actually an opportunity to expand movement in ways most instructors don’t even see.

  • It’s not just about movement, it’s about the right work at the right time. So your clients don’t just feel better for a few hours, they actually move better, long-term. Because where joint limitations are a concern traditional exercises and manual therapy won’t be enough.

This isn’t just another course. It’s an essential upgrade for instructors who value cutting-edge science over just another modality.

What You’ll Learn

  1. The missing piece of the puzzle—how to maintain function and solve pain for real.

  2. A clear roadmap—how to implement and put your new knowledge into context.

  3. A trusted tool that will never steer you wrong—your clients will think you have superpowers.

  4. Replace fear around pain with clarity and confidence.

  5. Stop modifying and managing pain—instead, start solving it.

This is not for those who avoid challenge and growth.

It’s for instructors who are ready to challenge the norm and rethink movement from the ground up.

What’s Included

• 5-hour immersive training (theory, practical application, and live Q&A).

• User-friendly manual with the key principles broken down.

• 30-day free access to exclusive tutorial videos—because application matters.

  • Continuing support throughout your journey, once an M.F.A always an M.F.A. Here we are a family that support each other.

Understand the difference between Pilates mobility and joint strength - Learn why flows, stretching and insta drills won’t touch the joints.

  1. Understand joints and the science behind the mystery.

  2. Joint Function - Gain an in-depth understanding of the function of joints, enabling you to identify and address joint limitations.

  3. Assessing Function vs. Posture - learn how to evaluate physical ability and limitations.

  4. The Neurology of the Joints - Discover the input needed to overcome limitations and transform painful joints to high performing ones.

  5. Joint Capacity and Flexibility - Learn the difference between joint capacity and flexibility and how to improve both through targeted exercises.

  6. Passive vs. Active input, Chronic Pain - Understand why manual therapy and regular workouts are not be enough to address chronic pain and how to overcome this obstacle.

  7. Redefining Strength - Challenge your preconceived notions of strength and learn how to redefine it to promote joint health and strength.

  8. The Diaphragm and the Core - Discover the vital role the diaphragm plays in core strength and how to restore it for optimal force transfer.

  9. Integrating M.F.A into Pilates and Fitness - Learn how to seamlessly integrate joint strengthening exercises into your Pilates and Fitness sessions, creating dynamic and engaging classes.

Course Content

  • Your system is incredibly practical and valuable because of its simplicity and ease of use.

    I can confidently say that it benefits everyone. It also highlights a major issue we often overlook—we unknowingly adapt to our pain and problems without realizing it.

    For example, the wrist is often overused without any targeted strengthening exercises. Your system has shown how every joint is important and how to identify and address problems effectively within our Pilates and weightlifting sessions.

    Pilates by Zoe

  • “Ava is a Master of her Craft! A consummate professional and a connoisseur of education, which keeps her constantly honing her skills to the highest level. She makes a complex topic easy to digest and apply, whether you are a consumer hoping to improve your function, an athlete working through an injury or trying to push your performance or a fitness pro wanting to level up the tools in your toolbelt for your students (or yourself).

    Ava's Certification is invaluable and her incredible wit keeps the learning fun and easy. If you want to confidently understand the intricate details of movement science in effort to optimise function, moving pain-free, getting the most out of your workouts, Ava will take you there! “


    Mindy Esau

  • I’am definitely confident to tackle the issues when you have the tools to create change. The fact that not many (not even physio) are trained the way M.F.A approaches joints capacity is actually mind-boggling.

    So, so glad I am now part of the MA tribe and offer my clients a path to a solution to work with.

    No fear, no anxiety, just joy of movement! (Hard work, too!)

    — CraftedMoves Pilates

  • Ava, I took my time as I really wanted it to sink in to express how incredibly impactful your mobility course has been for me. Honestly, it went above and beyond all my expectations.

    The way you've illuminated the concept of mobility, its potential benefits for my body, and even its integration into my Pilates classes is nothing short of remarkable.Your teaching style is truly exceptional. I was blown away by the depth of your explanations and the eye-opening revelations that came with them.

    The toolbox of techniques you shared is an absolute goldmine.Working through the movements you introduced was challenging, but it's like a light bulb went off in terms of my body awareness. Despite the initial struggle, I can already feel the promise of improved movement and that elusive sense of jointfreedom.What really struck me, was how you delivered the course content.

    Your expertise and experience are so evident, yet you managed to present everything in a way that made learning enjoyable and easy to grasp.I can't thank you enough for this experience. Your course is going to reshape not only how I approach my own movement journey but also how I work with my clients. I wholeheartedly recommend your course to anyone looking to enhance their practice and understanding of mobility.I'm eagerly looking forward to further learning and exploring the world of mobility under your guidance. Thank you from the bottom of my heart!

    Claire Vanstone

  • Ava, thank you for making this experience so much fun!

    I actually freaking learned something so well in two days, that I have already put it into practice. That blew my mind, how the way you presented the information was so clear that I could apply it immediately.

    This has really been one of the most positive and knowledge filled experiences l've had in a long time. Not only did you inspire me as an instructor but you also inspired me as a person and opened my eyes to look at things in a different way and to ask myself questions and to explore! Love you for that. Thank you so much, your fu$&ing awesome!

    Angie Dalmau

  • I received my certificate and I am very excited.I am proud to have a master friend like Ava and I am her big fan. A master who is an expert in her field is generous and very kind and funny, who manages the whole time with her energy and humor in such a way that you would like to continue with her for hours and there is no point in getting tired.

    She has a deep understanding of biomechanics, movement, and her attractive personality and teaching style make the material easily digestible and understandable. I am looking forward to joining her workshops to learn more about her special knowledge and her amazing skill in controlling this type of joint stiffness.

    If you are an instructor working with athletes, general pop and elderly, you need this game changing education. This has transformed my life and teaching and it will do the same for you.

    Nial Memol

  • I knew the course was going to be amazing Ava but my mind was totally blown!! I can't stop thinking about it - I even dreamt about rotations last nightl agree with Susan how is this not mandatory teaching for all fitness professionals? Mind you, l don't think anyone could teach it like you! You make a complex subject so accessible and deliver it all in such an entertaining wayThe time flew! Thank you very much for sharing your knowledge with us!

    Kelley Harrington

  • Do not hesitate! And any teachers reading this just ask this community. It really does transform and enhance what you teach. The transformation is real!

    Juliette Grove

  • It is amazing the difference it makes ... totally transformational and totally addictive.. love love love my journey with you - adore the way you teach and the way we interact - you are one in a million Ava!

    Milla Beeson

  • You have transformed the way I structure my classes and approach my practice! Your impact on the industry is revolutionary, and I highly recommend everyone to pursue this certification with utmost humility.

    Lauren Miller

  • Ava is an engaging and knowledgeable educator who has changed the way I think about and teach movement.

    She is able to take the complexity of joint mobility training and break it down into comprehensible chunks.

    Because of Ava I'm now better able to help my clients (and myself)! My comment no longer complain about pain and her non BS approach to empowering us as instructors is revolutionary. This is non negotiable training if you ask me, She will take you from an instructor to a leader.

    I highly recommended all of Ava's courses and trainings if you want to take your teaching to the next level.

    Shaina Falcone

  • Ava is incredible! She is so knowledgable and her teaching style truly resonates! Ava's program has already changed my own personal practice and well-being as well as my clients'!The Science! Thank you, Ava!

    Kelly Beriau

  • Ok I'm officially gobsmacked!! The things that you say about regular workouts not being the same as joint mobility totally makes sense now. My family and I want to adopt you, please consider our request!

    Anna Wilson

  • I have been teaching Pilates for 25 years and I must admit your program has taught me more about anatomy than my 25years of teaching! You're a wonderful mentor, you're funny which makes this challenging work easier to go through. Thank you for always taking the time to reply to my questions. I will be your student for life

    kristine Lao

  • Dearest Ava!!! WOW!! I am still on cloud 9 from this amazing learning

    experience!! You have created a jaw-droppingly incredible presentation ~ with the perfect combination of brilliance and schizzle!! The information is priceless and your delivery made it understandable and personal. I look forward to applying all of this fabulous insight to my own body (she thanks you in advance!), prior to sharing the love with my clients! This is a game changer, and YOU, my dear are AMAZING!!

    Mitch Coutu

  • What can I say you delivered my friend ( this was my first time being your student & jeez you made me laugh !!! You really didn't just show us how to "clean the space. We now have the power to "clean up the missing link with how we address specific movement to pre cursor effect every movement onwards - I am so excited to be on this journey for my body onwards .

    Truly grateful, there was so much you chatted about that aligned with my teaching & attitude to anatomy! Huge respect, Boss Lady see you here soon.

    Emma Pearce

  • In the same way that Japan's doctors prescribe forest bathing for better health, doctors should be prescribing your mobility certification because it's a powerful tool for total wellbeing.

    Definitely a transformative learning experience taking your mobility certification Ava! Your mobility certification should be a requirement for all pilates and fitness professionals alike. Your knowledge, experience, and teaching method makes this course an invaluable!

    Mary Dellimperio

  • I’m definitely confident to tackle the issues when you have the tools to create change.

    The fact that not many (not even physio) are trained the way M.F.A @movebeyond.withava approaches joints capacity is actually mind-boggling. So, so glad I am now part of the M.F.A tribe and offer my clients a path to a solution to work with.

    No fear, no anxiety, just joy of movement! (Hard work, too!)

    CraftedMoves