Five reasons why I love teaching Pilates (after 14 years)

I remember the first time I thought seriously about growing older. I was in my 40s, and my mum invited me to a yoga class for seniors. Every woman in the room had grey hair, except the teacher, Marie, who was in her late 70s. She stood taller than anyone else there, moved with real ease, and taught with quiet confidence. I decided that day I wanted to be like her when I got older. Fourteen years on, I'm still teaching Pilates, and I love it more than ever.

Steady and practical progress

Most of my clients are 55 and over, and many have been coming for years, through injuries, life changes and studio moves. What keeps them coming back isn't novelty. It's steady, practical progress: understanding how your body works, moving within its limits, and building strength that protects you day to day. That's what I care about most as a teacher — helping people look after their bodies so they can keep doing the things they love.

Build strength, balance and strong bones

A lot of people assume Pilates is only for people who are already flexible, or that it's too gentle to make a real difference. Neither is true. This isn't Pilates for perfect bodies. Every exercise can be modified to meet you where your body is on any given day, and a well-designed class still builds strength, balance and bone density.

Variety of classes to suit your fitness level

Fourteen years teaching. PAA member. Certificate IV Mat Instructor. What I enjoy most, though, is building each class from scratch. Every group has a different mix of fitness levels and needs, so no two classes look the same. That keeps me learning too — the more I understand about how different bodies move, the better I can help each person in the room. I also see how much people give each other in class: encouragement, laughter, a bit of healthy competition. Everyone wins. Classes run before and after standard work hours too, so it's easier to fit Pilates around a full-time job.

Active Pilates classes

1.     If you're 60+ and active, you're ready for an All-Fitness Levels class.

2.     New to Pilates? Start with 5–10 private sessions with a qualified teacher. Give your body time to learn the movement — you'll feel the benefit after every class.

3.     From there, join a 5-Week Beginner program (we run it four times a year).

4.     Once you've built your foundation, move into All-Fitness Levels classes, or repeat the Beginner program to revisit the fundamentals at a slower pace.

Note: If you have a pre-existing condition, or haven't exercised in a while, check with your doctor before starting. Your teacher will modify exercises to suit you. Pilates should feel achievable, not overwhelming, from day one.

What our clietns say

Fourteen years in, teaching Pilates still feels like a privilege — helping people move better, feel stronger, and stay active for the things they love. Progress here is steady, not instant, and that's exactly the point.

“Kat has created a safe and welcoming environment where I can be just me and enjoy the class, laugh and go at my own pace with her encouragement to push myself to my limit.”

— Mel

Start with one class. See how it feels. Get in touch to book, or ask any questions first.