Physiotherapy Group Exercise Classes – Mat Pilates
Individually tailored, mat-based physiotherapy at Sandgate and Clayfield
Individually tailored mat-based exercise within a supervised physiotherapy group.
Small-Group Physiotherapy at Sandgate and Clayfield
PhysioWorks provides Physiotherapy Group Exercise Classes using individually tailored, mat-based exercise. Classes may include Pilates-informed exercises for strength, posture, mobility, trunk control and movement confidence.
Each participant completes an individual physiotherapy assessment before joining. Your physiotherapist develops and progresses an exercise program based on your goals, symptoms, movement and current capacity, so participants do not simply complete one identical class program.
Classes are supervised by physiotherapist and Pilates instructor Erin Runge. For other supervised programs, visit the Group Exercise Classes Brisbane hub.
Physiotherapy Group Exercise Classes
Arrange Your Assessment
An individual physiotherapy assessment is required before joining the Mat Pilates group at Clayfield or Sandgate.
Could this class suit you?
A Physiotherapy Group Exercise Class may suit you if you want an individual exercise program with physiotherapist supervision in a small-group setting.
- You want to improve trunk control, posture, mobility or general strength.
- You are returning to exercise after injury or reduced activity.
- You want more guidance than a standard fitness class provides.
- You need exercises adjusted for pain, stiffness or reduced confidence.
- You have completed individual rehabilitation and are ready for group exercise.
- You want a structured exercise routine with individual progression.
Class Locations and Times
| Clinic | Class times | How to start |
|---|---|---|
| Sandgate PhysioWorks Sandgate 18 Bowser Parade, Sandgate | Monday, 6:15–7:00pm Wednesday, 8:00–8:45am | Assessment required Complete an individual physiotherapy assessment before joining. |
| Clayfield PhysioWorks Clayfield | Tuesday, 9:30–10:15am | Assessment required Complete an individual physiotherapy assessment before joining. |
Class times and availability may change. Contact your preferred clinic before arranging your first class.
What happens in a class?
Classes use controlled mat-based exercise rather than Reformer equipment. Your program may include trunk control, hip strength, posture, mobility, balance, breathing and coordinated movement.
Your physiotherapist can change the exercise position, range, resistance, tempo, repetitions and complexity. This allows people with different goals and abilities to exercise together while following individual physiotherapy programs.
Your physiotherapist monitors technique, provides guidance and updates your program when required. The aim is steady, measurable progression rather than everyone completing every exercise in the same way.
What can the exercises help you train?
Your program will depend on your assessment and goals. Exercise may focus on:
- trunk and pelvic control
- posture and body awareness
- hip and leg strength
- mobility and controlled flexibility
- balance and coordination
- breathing and movement control
- confidence returning to regular exercise
- general strength and exercise consistency
Mat-based physiotherapy exercise may also form part of a broader management plan for lower back pain, movement confidence or later-stage rehabilitation.
Group Mat Exercise or Reformer Pilates?
| Small-group option Physiotherapy Group Exercise Classes | One-to-one option Reformer Pilates |
|---|---|
| Format Small-group physiotherapy using individual mat-based programs. | Format Individual exercise using Reformer equipment. |
| Best suited to People ready to exercise within a supervised group class. | Best suited to People needing closer one-to-one coaching. |
| Program Each participant follows an individual starting program and progression. | Program Every exercise and equipment setting is selected individually. |
| Useful for Regular supervised exercise and ongoing progression. | Useful for Learning equipment, managing more complex needs or preparing for group exercise. |
One-on-one Reformer Pilates is available through PhysioWorks Sandgate. Erin can help you decide which pathway is more appropriate.
Why is an assessment required?
Your assessment allows the physiotherapist to understand your goals, symptoms, movement, strength, exercise history and current capacity. It also provides an opportunity to explain the class format and establish your individual exercise program.
Your physiotherapist can then:
- confirm that a group class is an appropriate pathway
- identify exercises that need to be modified or avoided
- set individual starting levels and progressions
- record relevant health, injury and exercise considerations
- establish measurable physiotherapy or exercise goals
- decide whether individual physiotherapy or Reformer Pilates should come first
Individual reassessment may be recommended when your symptoms, goals, exercise tolerance or program needs change.
Your Treating Physiotherapist
Erin Runge is a physiotherapist and Pilates instructor who provides these classes at PhysioWorks Sandgate and Clayfield.
Erin uses individual assessment, exercise prescription, modification and staged progression to support each participant within the group setting.
Private Health Insurance
These sessions are delivered as Physiotherapy Group Exercise Classes following an individual physiotherapy assessment. Each participant completes an individually tailored exercise program under physiotherapist supervision.
For private health billing, the service may be processed as a physiotherapy group consultation, depending on the service delivered and your health fund’s rules.
Private health benefits may apply depending on your insurer, policy, available extras cover and the physiotherapy item recognised by your health fund.
Rebates are not guaranteed. Contact your health fund directly before attending to confirm eligibility, waiting periods, annual limits and the expected benefit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are these Reformer Pilates classes?
No. These are Physiotherapy Group Exercise Classes using individually tailored mat-based exercise. Small exercise equipment may be used, but the classes do not use Reformer machines.
Does everyone complete the same program?
No. Each participant completes an individual physiotherapy assessment and follows a program based on their clinical needs and goals. Exercise selection, resistance, range, repetitions and progressions may differ between participants.
Do I need an assessment before joining?
Yes. An individual physiotherapy assessment is required before joining. This allows your physiotherapist to confirm suitability, establish goals and prescribe your starting program.
Can beginners participate?
Beginners may be suitable after assessment. Your physiotherapist can select and adjust exercises to match your movement, strength, confidence and clinical needs.
Can I participate with back pain or a previous injury?
Some people with back pain or a previous injury may be suitable. Your physiotherapist will consider your symptoms, healing stage, movement and exercise tolerance before recommending a group class.
Where are the classes available?
Physiotherapy Group Exercise Classes – Mat Pilates are currently available at PhysioWorks Sandgate and PhysioWorks Clayfield. Contact your preferred clinic to confirm availability.
Can private health insurance benefits apply?
Private health benefits may apply when the class follows an individual physiotherapy assessment and each participant completes an individually tailored program under physiotherapist supervision. Eligibility and benefit amounts depend on your health fund, policy and available extras cover. Check directly with your fund before attending.
Arrange Your Assessment
Choose Sandgate or Clayfield using the booking pathway below. An individual physiotherapy assessment is required before joining a class.
Call your preferred clinic if you need help choosing the correct assessment or confirming current class availability.
Physiotherapy Group Exercise Classes
Choose Clayfield or Sandgate
Contact your preferred clinic to arrange the individual physiotherapy assessment required before joining the Mat Pilates group.
Clayfield
PhysioWorks Clayfield
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Arrange Clayfield AssessmentReception can confirm current class availability and arrange the correct physiotherapy assessment.
Sandgate
PhysioWorks Sandgate
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Arrange Sandgate AssessmentReception can confirm current class availability and arrange the correct physiotherapy assessment.
