With 29 years of experience teaching movement, Gemma has been devoted to the Pilates method since 2002. Her early training was in contemporary Pilates before a deeper immersion into the classical work from 2018.

Gemma has had the privilege of training under some of the most respected figures in the Pilates world:

• From 2018 - In person training and observation at Proper Pilates, Kyneton with Wade Edwell & Trevor Buckingham.
   

• 2 year mentorship with Wade Edwell (Proper Pilates) A second generation teacher & graduate of “The Work” (Vintage Pilates/Jay Grimes) - completed in 2021.
   

• 18 month mentorship with Karen Frischmann (2nd generation teacher who studied with both Jay Grimes & Romana Kryzanowska & co-founded “Vintage Pilates” with Sandy Shimoda) - completed in 2023.
   

• Currently completing an additional 2 year Immersive Coaching Program with Wade Edwell - for ongoing training and deeper engagement in Contrology.
   

• Workshops, events & courses with esteemed classical Pilates teachers that include:

  Jay Grimes, Sandy Shimoda, Dena Drotar, Miguel Silva, Benjamin Degenhardt.

Gemma is proud to hold a range of qualifications that reflect her dedication to providing the highest standard of Pilates training:

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• Comprehensive Studio Certification: BASI Pilates program, having completed the full comprehensive teacher training syllabus.
   

• Diploma in Contemporary Pilates: Nationally recognized in Pilates and Teaching Methodology.
   

• Level 4 Instructor: Recognized by the Australian Pilates Method Association (APMA).
   

• Certificate IV in Workplace Training and Assessment (Melbourne University).
   

• Senior First Aid & CPR Qualifications: Updated annually.
   

• Certificate IV in Fitness.​