ABOUT AMITY CLASSICAL PILATES
Frequently Asked Questions
Whether you're brand new to Pilates or simply new to our studio, we want you to feel informed, supported, and confident before you arrive.
Below are answers to the questions we’re most often asked.
To become a member, simply complete our New Client Enquiry Form and we’ll be in touch to guide you through your introductory session and next steps.
If we won't have suitable times available for you to train, we will pop you onto our waitlist and make contact as soon as availability opens up.
Visit the Join Amity page for more details.
Not all Pilates studios are the same.
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Contemporary Pilates is generally run as group sessions with variety in each session lead by an instructor (often with modified versions of traditional exercises or sometimes not even using actual Pilates exercises at all)
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Clinical Pilates is used primarily for rehabilitation using some Pilates exercises on some of the classical apparatus, most often taught or programmed by a Physiotherapist.
The equipment used in both Contemporary & Clinical studios is commonly a modern version from non traditional manufacturers with different spring tension and angles.
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Classical Pilates is about skill building & progression following a systematic approach developed by its creator Joseph H Pilates.
It uses traditional exercises and exercise sequences, on classical pieces of apparatus from specific manufacturers.
(The spring tension and angles within the equipment affect how the exercise feels within the body). Repetition & refinement of the exercises help build strength, balance and suppleness not just of a few targeted muscle groups, but of the whole system organically.
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At Amity Pilates, clients are taught the method so they can move independently on their own program.
All of the apparatus is bought from specific manufacturers that specialise in classical equipment where the specific spring tension and angles are based off the original patents or models of the original equipment in Joseph Pilates studio. There are only a few manufacturers globally that manufacture to this high standard.
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Pilates stands apart in a few key ways:
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It uses specialised spring-based equipment (which may look unusual at first!)
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It focuses on precision and control, use of the breath & understanding of dynamics not just repetition.
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You’ll learn to activate & move from your deep core muscles, creating lasting postural and muscular changes.
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You won’t just “perform” an exercise — you will learn how to find the work within it. That’s where real change happens.
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We don’t offer casual attendance at the studio however you can pay per session if that suits you best.
The practise of Contrology takes time and repetition to learn the exercise sequences and build different layers of strength and connection in your body.
Amity operates on a membership-only basis to ensure consistency, individual attention, and the best possible results for every client.
Your membership secures your ongoing place in the studio, ensuring your reserved session time is held for you each week.
To become a member, simply complete our New Client Enquiry Form, and we’ll be in touch to guide you through your introductory session and next steps.
You are responsible for organising your training times each week so that they work for your schedule.
If you cancel within 24hrs of your booked session you can reschedule to another time.
If you miss a session you have a month to make this session up (all credits expire at the end of the calendar month)
Memberships can be paused or cancelled at any time, giving enough notice prior to the next billing cycle to avoid charges. (*up to 6 weeks/year)
The studio will be closed for approximately 5 additional weeks throughout the year for annual leave. All memberships will be paused during this time and is not included in your *personal 6 weeks.
Unused credits are not refunded. Your membership secures your ongoing place in the studio, ensuring your reserved session time is held for you each week.
We are small business trying to offer the highest quality training space we can, with small class numbers & no casual attendance. Therefor we cannot absorb the cost of missed classes or infrequent attendance.
We work with students who are ready to commit to their training.
If you feel you need the flexibility of casual attendance, this training style may not be the right fit for you.
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As with any dynamic skill, the more often you train the more profound the results.
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Students are required to commit to a minimum of two training sessions per week. This consistency ensures steady progress and prevents the loss of time, money, and momentum that can occur with irregular attendance.
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Pilates is safe to do daily, though most clients attend the studio 2–4 times per week & many do additional practise at home.
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Each session is a full-body experience — we prioritise quality of movement over quantity, which means you’ll build lasting strength, coordination, and efficiency over time.
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Because you are working on your own program each session can be different in length, intensity & exercise focus - it can meet you where you are at on any given day.
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Absolutely!
If you are traveling interstate or feeling unwell and prefer to workout at home, you can organise to participate in your open studio time slot, via zoom.
24hrs notice needs to be given to Gemma to organise online session.
Yes — as long as you’re not in acute pain, Pilates can be a powerful rehabilitative tool. We work at a pace that suits you, supporting and strengthening the areas that need attention.
Our teaching approach is holistic — we don’t just treat symptoms. We look at how your whole body is working (and overworking) to help restore balance and function.
We have developed close relationships with many health professionals on the Bellarine Peninsula and in Geelong, and are always happy to collaborate with your health provider when creating tailored Pilates programs to suit your needs. We take a deeply personalised approach to your Pilates journey, ensuring that each session is designed with your goals and well-being in mind.
• Comfortable clothing/activewear, but without zippers please (these can damage the equipment)
• Grip socks are available at the studio if needed, but they are not a requirement to wear at our studio, infact it is encouraged to workout in bare feet so you have full contact with the apparatus.
We kindly ask for 24hours’ notice for all cancellations or reschedules.
You must cancel or re-schedule in the members are of this website (sign in required)
Late cancellations will forfeit their class credit as your spot is held just for you & we do not have casual attendance.
Please note: it is your responsibility to arrange this before the missed session. We try to offer as much flexibility as the small business can afford. Credits do not roll over beyond the calendar month.
Unused credits are not refunded. Your membership secures your ongoing place in the studio, ensuring your reserved session time is held for you each week.
This policy helps us maintain fairness and consistency for all clients & a sustainable business that helps keeps prices as low as possible for our community.
We’re here to help. Feel free to contact us directly:
We look forward to welcoming you into the Amity community.
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"Change happens through movement and movement heals".
—Joseph Pilates
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6.30am - 7.30pm
Additional workshops throughout the year
