It’s been an exciting start to the year for us behind the scenes here at MP!

We are thrilled to announce that we have joined the Pilates International Training Centre as their Brisbane training location and delivery partners for 2019.

PITC has been delivering professional Pilates instructor training in Australia for longer than any other organisation, and has the respect of the pilates industry across the country and internationally. It’s founder and CEO Sally Anderson was one of the first teachers to bring Pilates to Australia, and she has worked tirelessly to raise the standards of training and accreditation across the industry for more than 30 years. PITC courses are highly regarded amongst employers and students alike, known for their professionalism, versatility, and high quality training structure.

Now collaborating with Pilates Training Institute in Perth to deliver and manage the courses (headed by another extremely experienced girl-boss-duo, Frances Cahill and Suzanne Newby) PITC have expanded again in 2019 to further their reach and support to students nationwide.

“As our training family grows nationally, our students have access to the best and brightest minds and bodies in the business. It is very exciting times!”. Read more from Fran, Suzanne and Sally in their collaboration announcement earlier this year.

We are thrilled to be joining the team and to be able to take this opportunity to step into a faculty role of educating and guiding students. We’ve always enjoyed supporting and working with students who have come through our studios in the past and we are looking forward to taking on a bigger role in the industry.

As the Brisbane base for PITC, our studios will provide a welcoming environment for students to complete their face-to-face components of their studies during weekend coursework and practicums, as well as work towards their self mastery within our classes. Anita, Catherine and Leanne have joined the teaching team to deliver the courses, guide the students and be the friendly faces to support them on their journey.

PITC offer 4 levels of teacher training:
- Pilates Mat
- Pilates Mat and Reformer
- Diploma of Pilates Instruction (10527NAT)
- Advanced Diploma of Pilates Instruction (10538NAT).
The Diploma and Advanced Diploma are accredited as part of the Australian VET framework. Read more about all of these training courses here.

We are extremely proud and excited to be joining the PITC family and invite you to share in our excitement!

FAQs

How will this affect the day-to-day running of our studios?

Very little! And only positively. We may share information with you occasionally about our students successes or invite you to join a student-taught class, but your involvement in this side of things is completely up to you! The training courses will be managed and communicated under the banner of MPTC (Movement Principle Training Centre) so you can opt-in here to be on the mailing list if would like to keep up to date. MPTC is also the Brisbane base for TRX instructor training (click here to find out more!) and a base for other movement training opportunities.

Who can train to be a Pilates teacher?

Anyone! We mean that. Pilates is a wonderful modality and a rewarding career. If working with people and learning more about movement is something you’ve considered, come and chat with us! We’ll give you the run down of what it’s all about. Each of our instructors have a different background, and brings something extra to their teaching, so versatility is valued and there are many paths that can lead to becoming a pilates professional.

Will students be teaching in the studios?

At times, yes. Just as we have had done in the past, occasionally students will work under our supervision to practice their skills on real clients. Part of their training is building their skills from teaching individual exercises or movements, through to being totally autonomous in the studio and managing multiple clients as the final stage in achieving competency as a Pilates teacher. We totally understand that not everyone feels comfortable in that situation and we will always ask your permission. Under the PITC style of course delivery, the students complete a great deal of their teaching in student-based clinics and practicum so only small amounts of hours will be done within our regular studio operation hours. Observation hours will be done in our studio, but this won’t interfere with your session and just remember, they are observing the teachers not the clients!

We are determined to contribute qualified and well-trained teachers to our industry, teachers with a passion for movement and helping people experience the best of their health through movement. With a focus on the value of mentorship and hands-on training, we are looking forward to being a part of the ongoing development of the pilates profession and the nurturing of passionate and knowledgable teachers.

Any other questions about this very exciting addition to Movement Principle please don’t hesitate to email us.

Catherine & Anita

Join us next Saturday for a day of Masterclasses to kick start or extend your TRX practice

In this next instalment of our Whole Body Health workshop series, it’s time to explore the TRX! If you are new to this challenging apparatus, or a seasoned suspension junkie, we have a Masterclass to suit. See how we apply the principles of pilates to the challenges of instability and body weight resistance. Challenge yourself to work a little longer, a little harder or just with a little more focus as we unravel the exercises and explore the possibilities over three levels of Masterclasses. 

Plus, we’re finishing the day with a deep long stretch, so even if the TRX isn’t your bag, you can still join us to unwind and reset your mind and body at the end of the day. 
 
BASICS MASTERCLASS
11am – 12.15pm
Learn the basics if you’re new to the TRX and not sure if you’re ready for a group class just yet! Get the how-to on uses and repertoire to give confidence with the cross training this apparatus can provide. This masterclass will be a combination of technique driven exercises and useful tips and tricks for working with the TRX, either on your own at home or with us in studio. Prepare for a full body workout experience.
 
INTERMEDIATE MASTERCLASS
12.30pm – 1.45pm
Challenge yourself a little further and really understand the whys of TRX exercises. In this intermediate workshop you will learn more in-depth information on programming and strategies to begin tailoring the workouts to your fitness and wellbeing goals. Multiple programming formats during the session will give you a full body workout experience and equip you with tools to elevate your TRX practice: think cardio, strength and skill. 
 
ADVANCED MASTERCLASS
2pm – 3.15pm
Advanced Masterclass is for die hard TRX devotees! You come to class week in and week out, you seeing amazing results and are getting stronger every class, and most importantly you’re ready to really push your body to the limits with some extreme choreography and intense programming. Think inversions, crazy combinations and endurance challenges galore! Let’s get physical. 
 
STRETCH SESH
3.30pm – 4.30pm
Join us for an hour long stretch session using all the tips and tricks of rolling, trigger work and deep anatomical stretch positions. Unwind the body from the day or weeks hard work and enjoy a session aimed at release and relaxation only. End your Saturday with a session for your deep tissues and an opportunity to relax the body and mind. 

$35 for one class
$55 for two
$70 for three

Saturday 18th August
CBD studio: Level 2, 45 Adelaide St
Email info@movementprinciple.com.au or book online via our MINDBODY site (Events & Workshops)

Limited spaces available in each session so don’t miss out. 

Super keen but can’t make this date?
Send us an email and we’ll keep you posted on future dates!

We’d love to have you join us!

But we know sometimes you need a chance to experience it for yourself, and find out if ours is the right studio for you. We want every one who joins our community to feel welcomed and supported in their goals and journey. So we have two ways you can have a try without signing up for long contracts or large packages.

Looking for group fitness classes?

This pass is a great way to try our CBD group classes, which include Reformer, TRX and Mat.
All 40mins. All small classes. All taught by highly trained Pilates professionals.

4 group classes $59

After something more personalised?

Tell us what you want to achieve in this 45min private lesson. A perfect launch pad for further private lessons or trio sessions, and a great way to experience all of the equipment and find out exactly what personalised pilates is all about.

1 × 45min private lesson $59

Both passes valid for 1 month from date of purchase.

Click the links above to book, or find us on the MINDBODY app to book via your phone.

See Times:
CBD Studio
Paddington Studio

We can’t believe it’s that time already! Yes, Christmas is just around the corner. And we’d love you to join us to celebrate on Friday 8th December. Join us for a catch up and a drink to celebrate a wonderful 2017 for our pilates community! It’s been a great year with lots of achievements in and out of the studio, and we would love to shout you a drink to say thanks for being a part of it.

Movement Principle Christmas Drinks
Friday 8th December from 6pm
Jessie’s Girl, 110 Petrie Terrace

In this newsletter we have a little housekeeping for you in regards to opening hours, closed dates and how the studio operates the booking system going into 2018. Please read all the info below and don’t hesitate to email if you have any questions.

Studio Closures & Schedules

This year both studios will trade with their full schedules up until close of business on December 23rd, making sure to keep you moving better right up until the Christmas break!
After a short break we will resume our full schedules across both studios from first thing on Tuesday January 2nd, allowing you to get right back into your regular routine or treat yourself to some extra classes if you have more space in your schedule!

Information for pre-paid Package holders

All 5,10 and 20 packs purchased between November 23rd & December 23rd will automatically have an extra months validity (eg. 5 packs will be valid for 3 months instead of 2, 10 & 20 packs for 4 months instead of 3) to account for the holiday period and the days that we will be closed. If you have a current pack that was purchased prior to this, and need an extension, please ask your instructor to help you when you are in the studio or send us an email.

Information for 15 Class/30-day Pass holders

Any 30 day/15 class passes will be extended to a 45 day expiry when purchased on or after November 23rd. We are only closed for 9 days but we understand many of you have family commitments and additional time away from the studio, so an extra 15 days should help you get the most out of your pass.
Please be aware that these passes are unable to be paused for holiday periods. Remember this pass brings you the best price per class to reward you for your commitment to coming frequently. If you are going away for an extended break, you have two options: squeeze more classes in before you go or when you return, or buy a 5 or 10 pack which can be extended by request.

2018 Regular Bookings

The final weeks of November will see our teachers securing all regularly booked clients into the diary for 2018. If you wish to keep your regular booking your teacher will be confirming these in classes next week, or you can click here to fill out an online form.
Again please let your instructor know asap that you would love to keep your regular routine and the return date you have scheduled for 2018 and they will lock that in before the diary becomes available to online bookings. Regular bookings are available for private, trio and group classes.

2018 Online Bookings

If you prefer to book online and manage your own schedule, the online system for 2018 will be open from December 4th.

Friend or family member wanting to start?

Our holiday time sees lots of new clients and visitors to our classes, but to ensure the best service available to all newcomers, our 10-Day Introduction Pass will only be available for purchase up until December 13th. These will be offered again in January but if you have friends or family that may be interested in enjoying the benefits of Pilates over the xmas period then please be aware of the suspension to accomodate for the studio closure December 24th 2017 – Jan 1st. All other casual passes and starter packs are available as normal.

Hello’s & Goodbyes!

We are lucky that 2017 has continued to be a year of growth and expansion for our amazing Pilates community and alongside that we have had the pleasure of welcoming some new instructors to our studio.
We want to take this opportunity to formally welcome Mana Ogawa to our team. Mana joins us from Sydney having trained and worked in a well-known teaching and training studio. Mana’s background is in dance and her deep knowledge of movement and eye for detail is a wonderful addition to our teaching team. We hope you will enjoy her classes and make her feel welcome! We also farewell Sophie this week as she finishes up for maternity leave. We have thoroughly enjoyed having her on staff and we wish her all the best with bub number two! There will be a few other minor changes to teachers schedules for the New Year as we accommodate study schedules and leave, so look out for some new times on offer and additional availabilities across the timetable.

This year we’re doing something a little different for International Pilates Day. We invite you to join us for a screening of the Pilates documentary “A Movement of Movement”, a chance to indulge yourself in your inner Pilates nerd and connect with your fellow Pilates enthusiasts over a nibble and a drink. 

“A Movement of Movement”

Premiered in 2013, this highly regarded film has never had a screening in Brisbane. We are super excited about bringing it to our Movement Principle community! It’s an insightful look into the history and development of this method of movement and Joseph Pilates and his unique approach to whole body health.
Watch the preview.

We want to share this evening with as many members of our Pilates community as possible, so friends are welcome. There will be raffles, lucky door prizes and special deals to grab on the night! 

RSVP is appreciated for catering purposes. Please let us know on our Facebook event page if you’ll be coming. Look forward to seeing you there!