Port Melbourne Pilates Clinic studio

1:1 and clinical group classes

At Williamstown Health + Lifestyle, we offer clinical Pilates, personal training, and studio sessions that go beyond the physical. Our focus is on helping you integrate movement and mindfulness for better function and wellbeing.

Our Port Melbourne Studio Pilates programs at Williamstown Health + Lifestyle concentrate on spinal stabilisation, a results-driven choice for those who have suffered previous injuries or who have particular wellness goals to work towards.

How can Pilates support you?

Enhanced Flexibility

Improved Muscle Strength and Tone

Better Movement Patterns

Increased Core Stability

Improved Balance & Coordination

Injury Prevention & Rehabilitation

Improved Posture

What does clinical Pilates involve?

Pilates is a form of exercise that works to improve stability and muscle control, improve and strengthen posture, and increase flexibility with an emphasis on proper breathing.

Clinical Pilates is led by an instructor who is also a qualified allied health professional (usually a physiotherapist, but not always). They possess skilled anatomical knowledge and specialise in injury management, which enables them to tailor Pilates programs to suit each individual perfectly.

What conditions can Pilates assist with?

As a well-rounded form of movement therapy, Pilates can support the recovery and management of many pain conditions, injuries, and dysfunctions, including:

Neck or back pain
Tension headaches
Sports injuries
Women’s health (including pelvic floor health)
Pre and postnatal health
Joint injuries or pain
Heel pain
Repetitive strain injuries (RSI)
Carpal tunnel
Sciatica
Herniated disc

Pilates vs clinical Pilates – what sets them apart?

While both Pilates and clinical Pilates are the same in that they focus on improving core strength, flexibility, posture, and body awareness, there are key differences in their purpose and structure.

While Pilates focuses on overall fitness, strength, and flexibility, clinical Pilates is tailored to address musculoskeletal injuries, postural concerns, or movement dysfunctions.

Pilates is undertaken in group classes (usually 8 or more participants) and led by a qualified instructor using a structured routine that all participants follow. Clinical Pilates, on the other hand, is undertaken either 1-on-1 or in a small group class setting and is led by a physiotherapist (or other allied health professional) using a routine that is customised to the needs of each participant.

Your guide to a clinical Pilates class

Every new client begins with a 45-minute one-on-one session. This session is used to create a personalised rehab plan tailored to your body and goals, while also addressing any existing injuries. Depending on the outcome, your instructor may recommend either joining a small group class (maximum 4 participants) or continuing privately.

Smaller group sizes allow for more personalised attention and support throughout your session.

At Williamstown Health + Lifestyle, we offer a contemporary, well-equipped space designed to meet all your program needs.

Equipment includes:

Reformer machines
Trapeze table
Wunda chair
Spine corrector
Free weights
Resistance bands
Balance boards and discs

Pilates & gym group class timetable

Who leads our clinical Pilates sessions near Port Melbourne?

Improve core strength, flexibility, and fitness at Williamstown Health + Lifestyle

Whether you want to keep fit and active following injury or surgery or you’re hoping to manage the pain and symptoms related to a muscular condition, it never hurts to explore Pilates as a possible tool alongside manual therapy. Book your assessment today to find out whether clinical Pilates is the right fit for you.

Some of our Pilates instructors hold additional qualifications as physiotherapists, osteopaths, or myotherapists, which may make private sessions eligible for private health insurance rebates – check with your fund to confirm.