About IPCF
The International Pilates Competition Federation, establishing the global standard for competitive Pilates. Honoring the Method. Inspiring Excellence.
Honoring the Method. Inspiring Excellence.
The International Pilates Competition Federation (IPCF) was established to advance the Pilates Method as a respected competitive discipline while preserving the principles and integrity upon which it was founded. We believe excellence in Pilates is demonstrated through precision, control, concentration, breath, flow, alignment, and purposeful movement.
Through standardized competition, objective judging, and international collaboration, IPCF seeks to unite athletes, instructors, studios, educators, equipment manufacturers, and organizations in promoting Pilates as both an art and an athletic discipline. Competition should never reward difficulty at the expense of quality.
Mission
Our Mission
To establish the global standard for competitive Pilates by creating fair, objective, and educational competitions that celebrate technical excellence, athletic performance, and the core principles of the Pilates Method.
Vision
Our Vision
To become the internationally recognized governing body for competitive Pilates, inspiring athletes of all ages and abilities while advancing the Pilates profession through excellence in competition, education, and innovation.
Competition Philosophy
Why We Compete
IPCF competitions exist not merely to determine winners, but to recognize mastery of movement. Athletes are evaluated on their ability to demonstrate the Pilates principles through technically proficient, controlled, efficient, and expressive movement. Success is measured by the quality of execution, not solely by the complexity of skills performed.
Our Values
What We Stand For
Excellence
We hold every competition and program to the highest level of quality and rigor. Precision, control, and intentional movement define exceptional performance.
Integrity
Fair, transparent, and objective adjudication is the foundation of everything we do. All members demonstrate honesty, professionalism, and ethical conduct.
Inclusivity
Competitive Pilates is for athletes of all backgrounds, ages, body types, and experience levels. We are committed to equal opportunity for every participant.
Education
Competition serves as an educational tool that elevates instructors, athletes, judges, and the Pilates profession as a whole.
Innovation
We embrace advancements in exercise science, technology, and athlete development while maintaining deep respect for classical Pilates principles.
Respect
We honor the foundational work of Joseph and Clara Pilates and uphold sportsmanship, professionalism, and respect across our entire community.
Vision
The Road Ahead
Inaugural season: first sanctioned IPCF competitions held internationally.
Expansion: additional competition locations, growing athlete and judge community.
Global circuit: IPCF becomes the recognized world governing body for competitive Pilates.
Leadership
Founding Team
IPCF is being built by experienced Pilates professionals, competition administrators, and event organizers.
Founder & Executive Director
Details to be announced
Director of Competition
Details to be announced
Director of the Institute
Details to be announced
Full leadership team details will be published ahead of the 2027 inaugural season.
Be Part of the Beginning
The 2027 inaugural season is approaching. Whether you compete, coach, judge, or support, there is a place for you in the IPCF community.