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History of Pilates

Pilates was designed in the 1920s by Joseph Pilates, a physical-culturist from Germany. He had suffered as a child, having rheumatic fever, rickets and asthma. His approach to recovery was vigorous exercise and it was this notion that inspired him to develop his own method. Just before the end of the First World war, he was sent to the Isle of Man where soldiers had been sent to recover. He started experimenting with springs on beds which allowed the soldiers to maintain their strength and flexibility despite being confined to bed. This idea developed into the Catalyst which is still used in the Pilates method today. After the War Joseph moved to America and trained a variety of people in the Pilates Method, including professional boxers and dancers. It was especially effective for dancers as it allowed them to work on their strength whilst maintaining and increasing their range of movement.

The Pilates Conditioning Process

Pilates is a conditioning process for the body which strengthens from the inside out. A key feature in Pilates is to isolate deep postural muscles which offers the body support to then helps you to maintain a good posture. From this we are then able to perform specific controlled exercises. Over time you will gradually build up your strength and endurance. Physiologically it takes approximately 6 weeks for functional strength to improve, when attending 2-3 sessions per week, this applies to any strengthening program.

Pilates aims to cover all aspects of your conditioning, excluding aerobic fitness.

If practiced consistently, Pilates helps to:

  • Improves flexibility and range of movement
  • Build strength and endurance
  • Enhance body awareness and posture
  • Improve co-ordination

Key focus areas

There is an emphasis on maintaining a neutral pelvis and focusing on breathing as well as being aware of shoulder and neck posture. In Pilates we want to focus on reducing muscle imbalances, which often lead to injury and pain. Pilates’ system allows for different exercises to be modified in range of difficulty from beginner to advanced, so the intensity can be increased over time as the body conditions and adapts to the exercises.

Pilates is suitable for most people, including:

  • Men and women of all ages
  • Pregnant and post- natal women
  • Cross-training athletes
  • People rehabilitating from injury or surgery

If you are unsure if Pilates would be suitable for you, please discuss this further with your physiotherapist.

What to expect

Prior to starting your Pilates classes, you are required to do an initial assessment. This will allow us to design a program specifically tailored to your needs, and to set some goals for what you would like to achieve in Pilates. In your assessment you will also be introduced to some of the basic Pilates exercises and how to activate your pelvic floor muscles and deep abdominals.

Pilates Classes

The Pilates classes will generally include mat work and Pilates equipment. The equipment adds resistance to your workout in a number of different ways including springs, dumbbells and bands. Pilates classes will last approximately 1 hour. The sessions have a maximum of 3-4 clients and therefore are closely supervised. To get the full benefits of Pilates, it should be done on a regular basis, at least once per week.

Timetable and Pricing

Unlike some studios we keep our groups small (5 maximum) to ensure close supervision. This has been shown in studies to maximise results given that the maintenance of correct technique and form is at the heart of strength and flexibility developed through Pilates. Casual visits are $35, whilst packages (10) are available at $30 per session. All sessions are supervised by a physiotherapist with private health rebates applicable. We use “Body Balance” equipment – built in the USA of renowned quality and function. The timetable changes regularly to meet the needs of our clients with early mornings or late evenings available on request. We look forward to providing the best service possible to meet your specific requirements. Bookings are essential and please read our cancellation policy below.

Timetable: All classes are 1 hour duration.

Mon:    9:30am,   4:00pm,   5:00pm

Tues:    8:30am,   9:30am

Wed:    No classes

Thurs:    4:00pm,   5:oopm

Fri:    8:00am,   9:00am

What to bring

Please bring your own towel and socks to use on the equipment.

Bring a water bottle if you’d like.

There are mats provided in the class.

NB: We require 24 hours notice to cancel or re-arrange a scheduled Pilates class. If you give us less than 24 hours notice there will be a $25 cancellation fee.

Our Professional Physiotherapy Services

PHYSIOTHERAPY SERVICES

We have a range of physiotherapy related services including massage, deep dry needling, sports podiatry, pilates, gym based rehab programming, and exercise physiology. This means that your health and fitness goals need not stay within the confines of traditional physiotherapy…

EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY

Our team are able to develop gym, pool and home based exercise programs for a variety of issues. We are able to develop specific programs for return to sport and work for your individual needs. We also offer exercise advice and recommendations for weight loss, diabetes, high blood pressure and heart conditions…

Massage Therapy

Absolutely, everyone is unique and receives an individualised treatment plan. This may include any or a combination of remedial massage techniques e.g. myofascial release, trigger point therapy, neuromuscular technique, stretching or exercise therapy, and lifestyle modification. Of course, for long-standing or significant musculoskeletal problems, a number of visits may be required and the therapist will reassess the client’s problem and the rate of progress, often modifying the treatment plan…

PHYSIOTHERAPY FOR SENIORS

We provide treatment specifically for seniors that is sensitive and appropriate for common conditions such as osteoarthritis, osteoporosis, reduced mobility (often after orthopaedic surgery such as total joint replacements), spinal arthritic or degenerative joint disease. Hands-on treatment can provide immediate symptomatic relief but prescription of the right exercises, stretches or hydrotherapy programs will increase mobility and provide patients with the tools to self-manage their condition…

Pilates Classes

The Pilates classes will generally include mat work and Pilates equipment. The equipment adds resistance to your workout in a number of different ways including springs, dumbbells and bands. The classes will last approximately 1 hour. The sessions have a maximum of 3-4 clients and therefore are closely supervised. To get the full benefits of Pilates, it should be done on a regular basis, at least once per week…

Post-Surgical Rehabilitation

Physio Place is a preferred clinic for many of the surgeons located on the Gold Coast. We have extensive experience with a wide variety of orthopaedic surgeries including knee and hip replacement, knee reconstruction and arthroscope, rotator cuff repair +/- subacromial decompression (shoulder surgery), ankle arthroscope, lumber and cervical spine laminectomy, and post trauma surgeries…

Sports Injuries

Physio Place is the preferred clinic for The Bilambil Jets Rugby League, Currumbin Alleygators, Tweed Valley Kings Premier League Soccer and Kingscliff Elite Swimming Squad. Our physiotherapists have a wide variety of sports experience and are happy to treat all sports injuries from juniors through to elite level…

NEED HELP? Our team of physio's are here for you. Call: (07) 5523 9994 Physiotherapy Currumbin, Currumbin Waters & Currumbin Valley & beyond.

Video Analysis

We are able to film walking, running, throwing, cycling or any other sport specific skill you require. We then analyse your action in slow motion to allow for a detailed and accurate assessment of your technique and to identify any injury risk factors…

Work Injuries

All physiotherapists at Physio Place are registered to work for both Workcover QLD and NSW. We are able to offer acute hands on treatment, workplace assessments, functional capacity evaluations and work hardening programs…

Our Professional Physiotherapy Services

PHYSIOTHERAPY SERVICES

We have a range of physiotherapy related services including massage, deep dry needling, sports podiatry, pilates, gym based rehab programming, and exercise physiology. This means that your health and fitness goals need not stay within the confines of traditional physiotherapy…

EXERCISE PRESCRIPTION

Our team are able to develop gym, pool and home based exercise programs for a variety of issues. We are able to develop specific programs for return to sport and work for your individual needs. We also offer exercise advice and recommendations for weight loss, diabetes, high blood pressure and heart conditions…

Massage Therapy

Absolutely, everyone is unique and receives an individualised treatment plan. This may include any or a combination of remedial massage techniques e.g. myofascial release, trigger point therapy, neuromuscular technique, stretching or exercise therapy, and lifestyle modification. Of course, for long-standing or significant musculoskeletal problems, a number of visits may be required and the therapist will reassess the client’s problem and the rate of progress, often modifying the treatment plan…

PHYSIOTHERAPY FOR SENIORS

We provide treatment specifically for seniors that is sensitive and appropriate for common conditions such as osteoarthritis, osteoporosis, reduced mobility (often after orthopaedic surgery such as total joint replacements), spinal arthritic or degenerative joint disease. Hands-on treatment can provide immediate symptomatic relief but prescription of the right exercises, stretches or hydrotherapy programs will increase mobility and provide patients with the tools to self-manage their condition…

Pilates Classes

The Pilates classes will generally include mat work and Pilates equipment. The equipment adds resistance to your workout in a number of different ways including springs, dumbbells and bands. The classes will last approximately 1 hour. The sessions have a maximum of 3-4 clients and therefore are closely supervised. To get the full benefits of Pilates, it should be done on a regular basis, at least once per week…

Post-Surgical Rehabilitation

Physio Place is a preferred clinic for many of the surgeons located on the Gold Coast. We have extensive experience with a wide variety of orthopaedic surgeries including knee and hip replacement, knee reconstruction and arthroscope, rotator cuff repair +/- subacromial decompression (shoulder surgery), ankle arthroscope, lumber and cervical spine laminectomy, and post trauma surgeries…

Sports Injuries

Physio Place is the preferred clinic for The Bilambil Jets Rugby League, Currumbin Alleygators, Tweed Valley Kings Premier League Soccer and Kingscliff Elite Swimming Squad. Our physiotherapists have a wide variety of sports experience and are happy to treat all sports injuries from juniors through to elite level…

NEED HELP? Our team of physio's are here for you. Call: (07) 5523 9994 Physiotherapy Currumbin, Currumbin Waters & Currumbin Valley & beyond.

Video Analysis

We are able to film walking, running, throwing, cycling or any other sport specific skill you require. We then analyse your action in slow motion to allow for a detailed and accurate assessment of your technique and to identify any injury risk factors…

Work Injuries

All physiotherapists at Physio Place are registered to work for both Workcover QLD and NSW. We are able to offer acute hands on treatment, workplace assessments, functional capacity evaluations and work hardening programs…

Contact Us (07) 5523 9994 to Start Your Road to Recovery with the Team You can Trust!

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