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Supervised exercise classes at PhysioWorks Ashgrove, Sandgate and Clayfield.




Erin Runge Physiotherapist Madison Stanley Exercise Physiologist
Article by Erin Runge & Madison Stanley



PhysioWorks clinician supervising adults during group exercise classes in Brisbane
Build strength, balance and confidence with supervised group exercise at PhysioWorks.

PhysioWorks group exercise classes provide structured pathways for strength, balance, bone health, osteoarthritis management, posture, mobility and return to exercise.

Classes run at selected Brisbane clinics, including Ashgrove, Sandgate and Clayfield.

These are clinically guided classes rather than general fitness sessions. Most participants complete an individual assessment before joining so the clinician can review symptoms, health history, current ability and exercise goals.

Choose a Class by Your Goal

Build Bone Strength

Better Bones supports people with osteoporosis, osteopenia, low bone density or fracture-risk concerns.

Pathway: Exercise Physiology at Ashgrove, Sandgate and Clayfield.

Manage Hip or Knee Osteoarthritis

GLA:D® Australia supports people with hip or knee pain, stiffness and reduced confidence with walking or stairs.

Pathway: Physiotherapy at Ashgrove.

Improve Balance

Balance & Falls Prevention supports people with unsteadiness, falls concerns, lower-limb weakness or reduced walking confidence.

Pathway: Physiotherapy at Sandgate and Clayfield.

Improve Strength and Movement Control

Group Mat Pilates and physiotherapy group exercise may support posture, mobility, core control, general strength and return to exercise.

Pathway: Physiotherapy at Sandgate and Clayfield.

Exercise With Less Joint Load

Hydrotherapy may help when pain, stiffness or low confidence makes land exercise difficult.

Pathway: Exercise Physiology coordinated through Sandgate.

Arrange Your Initial Assessment

Class entry is assessment- or reception-led. Call the clinic offering your preferred class to confirm availability and arrange the correct physiotherapy or Exercise Physiology assessment.

Current Group Exercise Timetable

Class times and available places may change. Please confirm your place before attending.

Clayfield Classes

Group Mat Pilates

Tuesday: 9:30 am–10:15 am

Balance & Falls Prevention

Wednesday: 10:20 am–11:00 am
Thursday: 9:40 am–10:20 am

Better Bones Exercise Class

Thursday: 11:00 am–11:45 am

Clayfield clinic information | (07) 3862 4544





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Exercises can be adjusted to match your current ability and goals.





What Happens Before You Join?

Most class pathways begin with an individual physiotherapy or Exercise Physiology assessment.

  1. Discuss Your Goals

    Tell your clinician what you want to improve and which activities matter most.

  2. Check Your Starting Level

    Your clinician may assess strength, mobility, balance, symptoms and exercise confidence.

  3. Choose the Right Pathway

    You may begin in a group class or complete individual treatment first.

Individual care may be more appropriate when you have new or severe pain, recent surgery, a recent fracture, significant dizziness, worsening weakness or symptoms that have not yet been assessed.

About the Classes

Better Bones Exercise Class

The Better Bones Exercise Class supports adults with osteoporosis, osteopenia or low bone health. Sessions include supervised strength, balance, posture and suitable weight-bearing exercise.

GLA:D® Australia

The GLA:D® Australia Program combines education and supervised exercise for people with symptoms of hip or knee osteoarthritis. The supervised exercise component generally runs twice weekly for six weeks.

Balance & Falls Prevention

The Balance & Falls Prevention Program may include stepping, balance reactions, walking practice and lower-limb strengthening.

Group Mat Pilates and Physiotherapy Group Exercise

This class pathway focuses on posture, mobility, movement control, general strength and return to exercise. Pilates-style movements may be included within a clinically guided program.

Hydrotherapy Group Class

Hydrotherapy uses warm water to support movement, strength and graded rehabilitation while reducing load through painful joints.





Exercise Physiology Clayfield supervised walking rehabilitation progression

Small-group coaching can support balance, strength and movement confidence.





Group Exercise Class FAQs

Which PhysioWorks clinics offer group exercise classes?

Group exercise pathways are available at Ashgrove, Sandgate and Clayfield. The available classes and times differ between clinics.

What classes run at Ashgrove?

Ashgrove offers Better Bones on Monday from 1:30 pm–2:15 pm. GLA:D® classes run on Wednesday from 2:00 pm–3:00 pm and Friday from 12:00 pm–1:00 pm.

What is the Better Bones timetable?

Better Bones runs at Ashgrove on Monday from 1:30 pm–2:15 pm, Sandgate on Wednesday from 12:00 pm–12:45 pm and Clayfield on Thursday from 11:00 am–11:45 am.

Which appointment should I arrange?

Arrange an Exercise Physiology assessment for Better Bones and hydrotherapy. Arrange a physiotherapy assessment for GLA:D®, Balance & Falls Prevention and the current Group Mat Pilates or physiotherapy group exercise pathways. Call reception to confirm the correct appointment and current class availability.

Do I need an assessment before joining?

Yes. An assessment is required or recommended for most classes. It allows the clinician to review your health history, symptoms, strength, balance and goals.

Who supervises the classes?

Classes may be supervised by a physiotherapist or exercise physiologist, depending on the program and clinic.

Can I join Better Bones if I have osteoporosis?

Better Bones may suit many people with osteoporosis after an Exercise Physiology assessment. Your clinician will consider scan results, fracture history, symptoms, strength and balance.

Can I join GLA:D® without an X-ray?

An X-ray is not always required. A physiotherapist can assess whether your symptoms are consistent with hip or knee osteoarthritis.

What should I wear?

Wear comfortable clothing and supportive closed-in shoes for land-based classes. Bring water and any walking aid or support you normally use.

What Should You Do Next?

Select the clinic that offers your preferred class. Call reception to confirm current availability and arrange the correct initial assessment.





Arrange Your Group Exercise Assessment

Choose the clinic offering your preferred class. Reception will confirm availability and help you arrange the correct physiotherapy or Exercise Physiology assessment.





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