Business Details
17 Years
experience
Your Trusted Pilates Studio in Highett
Established in 2009, Pilates Plus has been empowering Bayside residents with personalized Pilates programs designed to enhance strength, mobility, and overall wellbeing. Our team of Diploma-qualified instructors brings decades of combined experience in movement therapy, injury rehabilitation, and functional fitness. We specialize in tailored Pilates solutions for individuals in their 40s, 50s, and beyond, focusing on postural correction, core stability, and pain-free movement.Our methodology integrates Joseph Pilates' original principles with modern exercise science to deliver measurable results. With small class sizes and one-on-one postural assessments, we ensure individual attention while fostering a supportive community environment. Our commitment to quality instruction and client-centred care has made us a trusted local studio for over 15 years.
Services
Semi Private Pilates
Small Group Mat
Injury Rehabilitation
Postural Assessment
Garuda Programs
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- Personalized Pilates programs tailored to individual goals and abilities
- Diploma-qualified instructors with 40+ years combined experience in movement therapy
- Small class sizes ensuring individual attention and technique correction
- Specialized programs for injury rehabilitation and postural correction
- Proven results helping clients maintain independence through active aging
What people say
Real difference in core strength
Improved flexibility and posture
Supportive small class environment
Effective injury rehabilitation
Motivating instructor guidance
Services
Semi Private Pilates
Individually designed Pilates programs delivered in small groups of up to three participants. Our Diploma-qualified instructors focus on core stability, postural correction, and functional movement patterns. Each session combines traditional Pilates equipment with mat-based exercises to improve strength, flexibility, and body awareness while addressing specific client needs.
Small Group Mat
Community-based mat Pilates sessions following Joseph Pilates' original 34-exercise sequence. Classes emphasize bodyweight resistance and controlled movements to enhance core strength, improve posture, and increase joint mobility. Instructors provide real-time corrections in groups limited to 10 participants, ensuring proper technique and progressive skill development for all fitness levels.
Injury Rehabilitation
Specialized Pilates programs for recovery from musculoskeletal injuries and chronic pain conditions. Our instructors collaborate with healthcare professionals to create movement solutions that improve joint stability, reduce inflammation, and restore functional mobility. Sessions focus on gradual strength building and neuromuscular re-education to prevent future injuries while promoting tissue healing.
Postural Assessment
Comprehensive biomechanical evaluations conducted by senior instructors to identify movement imbalances and compensatory patterns. The assessment includes joint mobility testing, muscle length checks, and functional movement screening to create targeted exercise programs. This service helps establish baseline measurements for tracking progress and refining training approaches over time.
Garuda Programs
Hybrid fitness programs combining Pilates principles with elements of yoga, dance, and strength training. These dynamic sessions improve coordination, enhance proprioception, and develop functional strength through flowing movement sequences. Designed for active adults seeking varied workouts that challenge both physical and mental agility while maintaining joint health.
People
Loretta Hallet
Studio Owner
With 40 years in fitness, Loretta founded Pilates Plus in 2009 to make Pilates accessible for active aging. She pioneered community-focused programs that combine traditional methods with modern exercise science, helping hundreds maintain independence through movement therapy.
Lauren Thorpe
Pilates Professional
A former professional dancer, Lauren brings injury rehabilitation expertise to her Pilates instruction. Her background in performing arts informs her approach to post-natal recovery and movement restoration, focusing on pain-free functional improvement for diverse client needs.
Vicki Haramis
Pilates Professional
Transitioning from corporate life to fitness, Vicki specializes in helping clients achieve pain-free movement through precise Pilates instruction. Her focus on mindful exercise and functional strength development benefits clients across all age groups and fitness levels.
Josh Minden
Pilates Professional
With triathlon coaching and martial arts experience, Josh applies movement science to Pilates instruction. He helps clients improve balance, coordination, and joint stability through tailored programs that enhance overall physical performance and injury prevention.
Tracey Lowden
Pilates Professional
A former elite athlete, Tracey focuses on functional movement restoration after personal injury experience. Her 30-year fitness career informs her approach to helping clients recover mobility and strength through progressive Pilates-based rehabilitation programs.
Questions
What Pilates options suit beginners over 50?
Our semi-private sessions and small group mat classes provide ideal environments for beginners. Instructors modify exercises to match individual capabilities while ensuring proper technique development in supportive settings.
Can Pilates help with chronic back pain?
Yes, our postural assessment and targeted programs address spinal alignment issues causing back pain. Clients report significant improvement through core stabilization and mobility work tailored to their specific conditions.
How soon will I see results from classes?
Most clients notice improved body awareness and posture within four weeks. Measurable strength gains and mobility improvements typically appear after eight to twelve weeks of consistent twice-weekly participation.
What makes your instructors different from others?
Our team holds Diploma qualifications with specialized training in movement therapy. Combined 40+ years experience includes working with athletes, post-natal clients, and injury rehabilitation cases across diverse populations.
Do you offer personalized program assessments?
Yes, we provide complimentary postural assessments and movement analysis to create customized programs. This one-on-one evaluation helps establish specific goals and appropriate class recommendations for each client's needs.
