FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

If you are new to Pilates you will feel most comfortable attending our Beginner Reformer Program or our Principle Reformer classes. In these classes we go over all the fundamentals and provide a variety of levels for you to choose from, so you can work at your own pace. After at least two Principle Reformer classes, you can progress to Dynamic, Jump or Circuit, but always speak with your Instructor if you have any questions about your progress.

Yes, bookings are essential due to our small class sizes. Please sign up to our classes by booking online or via our Momence app. You will be required to sign up to our Momence app if this is your first time attending our studio. Booking via the app is the most convenient way to check class times, sign up to classes and waitlists, purchase casual/packs/memberships.

If a class is full please make sure you sign up to the waitlist for this class. There is no guarentee that this spot will be available, although if another client cancels you will notified via SMS or email and asked if you would like to confirm the space. You have 45min to reply to this notification or the space will be made available to the person next on the waitlist. In the case that you are no longer able to attend the class that you were waitlisted for please cancel as soon as possible. This ensures the next client who signed up for the waitlist can be added to the class.

Yes, you are more than welcome to sign up for multiple classes. If you have signed up for the same class with different time slots and you are added to them from the waitlist, please choose the time that best suits you and cancel the other class.

Our weekly memberships are direct debited from your nominated credit card on a 7 day auto-pay schedule. If you would like to pause or cancel your membership at any time, you are required to provide two weeks written notice in the form of an email to ash@principlemovements.com.au.

• Socks are COMPULSORY for all of our pilates classes due to safety and hygiene purposes. Any socks are okay, although grip socks are preferred as they reduce the risk of slipping in our classes. If you would like grippy socks, we do have a great range available for sale for $17 at our studio in Airlie Beach. • Wear comfortable tights or shorts and a workout style top that keeps everything in place. • We provide all the equipment you will need. No need to bring a mat, but water is always a great idea.

If you are unable to attend a class, we enforce a strict cancellation policy of a minimum of 6 hours before the class commencing. Failure to cancel outside of our 6 hour cancellation window via the Momence app or website or “no-show” will result in you being charged for the pre-booked class. Please cancel via our Momence app or website as this is more efficient and allows the next client on the waitlist the space in the class. If you are feeling unwell please cancel as soon as possible and outside of the 6 hour window. Thank you for your understanding as we try to ensure all clients are given the opportunity to attend classes fairly and safely.

If you are new to our studio we recommend purchasing our Introductory Offer for $75 and trialing our various classes for your first week. Your pass will not be activated until you attend your first class at our studio. With this pass you will be able to attend any group style of class you like. If you are a complete beginner to Pilates our Beginner Reformer Program is ideal for you. We run the program regularly, so check the Events tab for the next course dates.

If you are recovering from an injury which impacts your mobility we strongly recommend you giving us a call before booking a group class. We will be able to chat to you about your injury to determine if group classes are suitable for you. Depending on the type of injury, we may refer you to our clinical pilates team for initial private lessons.

In a Pilates class, you will work in a slow and controlled manner to lengthen, strengthen, tone, stretch and align the body. We focus on technique and precision in conjunction with a breath pattern that engages abdominal control to target the deepest and smallest muscular layers.

The main machines (apparatus) in our studio are called Pilates Reformers. The reformer consists of a carriage, springs and straps to assist with movement. Our reformer classes are a great way to add resistance training to your fitness routine.

Pilates is an excellent form of exercise to incorporate during pregnancy. It's extremely low impact, gentle on the joints and body. It can be modified in many ways to ensure you are comfortable and safe at all times. Principle Reformer and Yoga classes are all safe during pregnancy. We also run a Pilates for Pregnancy Program at various times throughout the year which is specifically to support your pregnancy, labour and postpartum recovery. Our Clinical Semi Private sessions are also an excellent option for prenatal clients to adjust the sessions to the changes occurring in their body and these sessions are specific to the client.

Pilates has many benefits which can assist areas of the body which are naturally weakened during pregnancy. With consistency it can strengthen the pelvic floor and abdominals, assist with body pains (back, neck, shoulder, hip) and improve posture. Pilates is a great way to return to exercise in a gradual, safe and enjoyable manner after having baby. Please be aware you will require clearance from your doctor to return to Pilates classes after birthing.

We run specific child friendly classes at our studio. Children from newborn to school age are welcome during these classes. If your child is booked into Child Bookings for Creche we will arrange a Creche Carer to come along to look after them. Bookings are essential if you wish to place your child into the creche area. Please note childcare is not provided for every class. No food is allowed in the creche area, only water so we can reduce the risk of choking and allergens. No sick children will be permitted in the creche. ‍ Please bring your baby in a pram, bassinet or capsule, whatever they are comfortable in. We also suggest bringing a bouncer or a mat for your baby to use if they don’t love the pram. You can also bring toys, nappy bag and whatever your child may need to keep them occupied during the session. If you have older children who enjoy using portable devices, please bring along some headphones as the studio can be rather loud during sessions.