What does this class offer?
At Connect Healthcare, we offer two types of Pilates: reformer classes and matwork classes. All of our classes focus on the principles of Pilates, including core control, breathing, postural alignment, flexibility and precision.
Our reformer classes utilise the Pilates reformer machine – a bed-like frame that uses different weighted spring combinations to create resistance when the carriage moves back and forth. Exercises on the reformer usually work muscles through a large range of motion which is beneficial for strengthening and conditioning muscles, as well as increasing stability through the joints. Reformer Pilates is also a wonderful tool for rehabilitation as it allows exercises in a horizontal plane of motion so there is no weight bearing through the legs.
Our mat classes incorporate floor exercises, combined with props such as therabands, foam rollers, chi-balls, Pilates circles and hand weights to increase resistance or act as a support to certain movements.
What is Pilates?
Pilates is a form of low-impact exercise that aims to strengthen muscles while improving postural alignment and flexibility. Pilates uses muscle control, breathing, strength training and body awareness to target core postural muscles, particularly abdominals, back and glutes – although the exercises work other areas of your body as well.
When practicing Pilates, the exercises should be controlled and precise with a focus on form and quality, rather than the number of repetitions or how fast you can go!
What can Pilates help manage?
Lower & upper back pain
Neck & shoulder pain
Hip & knee pain
Pregnancy & post-natal recovery
Arthritis
Osteoporosis
Sporting injuries
The benefits
- Ease pain and discomfort
- Strengthen muscles, in particular your core
- Increase flexibility
- Improve posture, balance and mobility
- Assist with pelvic floor tone
- Assist in injury recovery and rehabilitation
- Improve injury resistance
- Improve breathing
- Boost sporting performance
What to expect
Specialised Class Plans
Each class offers a unique combination of exercises, ensuring that your body is continuously challenged and getting stronger with each session.
Certified Pilates Instructor
Our certified Pilates Instructors will guide you through each exercise, ensuring proper form and technique to maximise results and prevent injury.
Small Group
Sessions are limited to 6 clients for Reformer classes and 8 clients for Matwork classes.
Meet our Pilates Instructors
Yelena Hallett
Yelena has been a Certified Pilates Instructor since 2016 and delivers mat and reformer pilates classes.
Melissa Coulter
Melissa completed her Pilates Certification in 2024 and teaches reformer and mat classes.
Andrew Citti
Physiotherapist Andrew Citti completed Pilates training as part of his Physiotherapy qualification and delivers reformer classes.
Shae Partington
Exercise Physiologist Shae Partington completed further studies in clinical Pilates in 2023 and teaches reformer classes.
Pilates FAQs
How much do Pilates sessions cost?
For reformer classes, you can purchase a casual class pass for $33, or buy a 5 pack for $160 ($32/class) or a 10 pack for $295 ($29.50/class).
For matwork classes, a casual class pass is $23, or you can purchase a 5 pack for $110 ($22/class) or a 10 pack for $195 ($19.50/class).
What should I wear?
Appropriate activewear is essential for Pilates exercise. We recommend gym tights, leggings or shorts and either a t-shirt or singlet top.
What do I bring?
You could work up a bit of a sweat in class, so please bring along your water bottle and a small towel. We also ask that you bring a clean pair of socks to wear during your class. Please note that for Reformer classes we require all clients to wear ‘grippy’ socks for safety reasons. These can be purchased for $15.
I can’t make it to my booked class – can I cancel?
We insist on keeping our class size small so we can pay extra attention to all our Pilates clients, therefore we must be fair and consistent with our cancellation policy. We ask that you provide 12 hours’ notice, so your space can be offered to another client. This will also help you avoid a fee for missed or late notice changes to your booking.
When should I arrive?
Please arrive 5-10 minutes early as classes will start promptly. Check in with reception staff on the ground floor, then make your way up to the gym space on level 1. If you are late, it is at the instructor’s discretion on whether or not you may join the class.
How long do Pilates classes go for?
All our classes are 50 minutes in duration.
How often should I do Pilates?
To maximise your results, we recommend that you practice Pilates 2-3 times a week. If you partake in other forms of exercise, 1-2 classes a week is a great complimentary workout!
I’m pregnant or have just given birth – can I do Pilates?
Yes! Pilates is a wonderful form of exercise for soon-to-be and new mums. Regular Pilates practice throughout pregnancy will not only improve your core strength and pelvic floor tone, but it will also assist in:
- Relieving pregnancy-related discomfort
- Increasing labour stamina and reduce postnatal recovery time
- Preventing back pain
- Reducing pelvic instability and pelvic pain
Postnatal Pilates can also assist new mums in:
- Regaining their abdominal and pelvic floor tone
- Improving posture and back or neck pain associated with feeding and lifting their little one
- Having some alone time to relax and focus on themselves for an hour or two a week!
Our Classes
Pilates
Our mat and reformer classes focus on the principles of Pilates - core control, breathing, postural alignment, flexibility, and precision.
Strength & Conditioning
Accredited Exercise Physiologist led one-hour small group sessions build muscle strength and help you maintain flexibility and balance.
Resistance & Rehab
Small group “open gym” sessions where clients work through their prescribed exercise program with an Accredited Exercise Physiologist.
Connect with us
Opening Hours
Mon: 8am - 7pm
Tues: 8am - 7pm
Wed: 9am - 7pm
Thurs: 8am - 7pm
Fri: 8:30am - 6pm
Sat: 8am - 12noon
Sun: closed
Schedule a Service or Class
236 Glen Osmond Road, Fullarton, SA, 5063
Parking
Onsite parking is available with lift access to our modern, air-conditioned practice.
Public Transport
We are located 750 metres from the Arkaba Hotel and 150 metres from Bus Stop 6 and 8 on Glen Osmond Road.
Adjacent areas
We provide our allied health services and classes to the Adelaide region, and are conveniently located to the following suburbs - Glen Osmond, Urrbrae, Torrens Park, Unley, Hyde Park, Glenside, Fullarton, Parkside, Burnside, Norwood, St Peters, Payneham, Mitcham, Tusmore, Kensington, Adelaide and Eastwood.
Connect with us
Opening Hours
Mon: 8am - 7pm
Tues: 8am - 7pm
Wed: 9am - 7pm
Thurs: 8am - 7pm
Fri: 8:30am - 6pm
Sat: 8am - 12noon
Sun: closed
Schedule a Service or Class
236 Glen Osmond Road,
Fullarton, SA, 5063
Parking
Onsite parking is available with lift access to our modern, air-conditioned practice.
Public Transport
We are located 750 metres from the Arkaba Hotel and 150 metres from Bus Stop 6 and 8 on Glen Osmond Road.
Adjacent areas
We provide our allied health services and classes to the Adelaide region, and are conveniently located to the following suburbs, Glen Osmond, Urrbrae, Torrens Park, Unley, Hyde Park, Glenside, Fullarton, Parkside, Burnside, Norwood, St Peters, Payneham, Mitcham, Tusmore, Kensington, Adelaide, and Eastwood.
