Pilates
Pilates Method
Pilates is a method of exercise using controlled movement to retrain optimal movement patterns and restore maximum muscle tone and flexibility.
At Physiotec we offer both Exercise Therapy in a Pilates Environment (Clinical Pilates) taught one-on-one with one of our specialty trained Physiotherapists and a fusion of Clinical and Contemporary Pilates classes taught by our fully qualified Pilates Instructor, Alice Scura.
When starting out with us, a one-hour full body assessment is required to gather your past history, assess your natural postural and movement habits and determine your main areas of weakness or stiffness, and goals. Based on this initial assessment an individualised programme is developed for you. This will help us ensure you achieve your best outcomes and avoid aggravating a current or old injury. An individualised exercise plan is then formulated depending on your abilities, needs and personal preferences.
If you are seeking rehabilitation from pain or injury, we recommend you initially book an assessment with one of our Physiotherapists, who all have an advanced understanding of injury and rehabilitation requirements. As part of your rehabilitation, your physiotherapist may provide some individual supervised Exercise Therapy (which may include Clinical Pilates), providing an excellent first step towards the recovery of strength and function. Once your pain eases , you make like to progress into Pilates sessions under the care of our Pilates Instructor, Alice. Alice will work closely with the referring physiotherapist to ensure continuity in your care and goals.
If you are looking primarily to improve muscle tone and flexibility and to maintain overall strength, we would recommend you work with Alice, our Pilates Instructor. Alice has been trained as a Physiotherapist in Paraguay and has further qualifications in Pilates and Movement Reeducation. While she is not registered as a physiotherapist in Australia, and therefore you cannot claim for Pilates under your Private Health Fund, Alice brings all her amazing knowledge to her classes for your benefit. Your program will provide a holistic approach that works towards improving overall body awareness, better posture and function, improved strength and flexibility and improved mindset.
Pilates is an effective treatment for many joint and muscular problems
Individual Exercise Therapy Sessions with a Physiotherapist
These are 30 minute 1:1 sessions with the physiotherapist following a personalised programme, with clear goals around rehabilitation from pain or injury. These sessions can be claimed against your private health fund as a physiotherapy treatment. The Federal Government brought in clear guidelines for Health Funds in 2019 that stipulate that Pilates will not be rebatable under your private health fund cover. Physiotherapists can continue to provide exercise therapy, including Clinical Pilates as a rebatable service, but only if there is a clear need for rehabilitation. Pilates classes for general health and musculoskeletal wellbeing or prevention cannot be claimed under your private health fund.
Individual Pilates Sessions with our Pilates Instructor
These are 60 minute 1:1 sessions with our Pilates instructor, Alice. These sessions are ideal for clients who are new to Pilates or transitioning from Physiotherapy Exercise Therapy and/or who are unfamiliar with Pilates equipment and technique and may need constant supervision to ensure good technique and control in performing the exercises.
Studio Sessions
In a studio session, your Pilates Instructor will guide and progress you and up to 2 others through individualised programmes over a 55 minute period. This environment is ideal for people who need or prefer an individualised programme but have familiarity with the equipment and good movement technique.
Circuit Sessions
These group sessions are suitable for those who have a higher level of physical ability and independence in exercise performance. The Pilates Instructor will guide up to 6 participants through a circuit of exercise stations over a 45minute period. Each station has a number of levels and variations allowing your teacher to tailor the station to your level and specific goals.
Pilates Online
During COVID-19's social distancing period, we developed extremely popular Online Pilates Classes. Our very experienced Pilates Instructor, Alice Scura continues to offer opportunity for group or individual Zoom online Pilates. Some people find that the saving in travel time and costs and the convenience of training at home suits their lifestyle. It also allows them to stick to a regular exercise routine. Alice's guidance keeps you on track with good technique and motivation to stay strong and active.
Our Pilates Instructors +
Dip Pilates
Dip Global Postural Reeducation
Alice Scura is a highly qualified Pilates Instructor providing Pilates training at Physiotec in Tarragindi, Brisbane. She has combined her background in physiotherapy and ballet with her passion for Yoga, Pilates and healthy movement patterns. From the beginning of her career as a Pilates instructor, she has dedicated her time to meeting every client’s needs and providing them with the best experience possible.
With over 6 years experience running a successful Pilates and physiotherapy business in the heart of South America, as well as 10 years of ongoing personal yoga practice, she has decided to make a lifestyle change by coming to Australia to further develop her skills and qualifications.
After graduating in Physiotherapy and Kinesiology from the National University of Asunción (Paraguay), she had obtained a Diploma of Pilates from the Catholic University of Cordoba (Argentina), and a Diploma of Global Postural Reeducation from RPG Latinoamerica.
Within Pilates she has also specialised in clinical Pilates, which allowed her to improve the wellbeing of people facing a broad spectrum of health issues.
Experienced in Pilates Reformer, Cadillac, Mat, Barrel and Combo Chair, her classes are thoroughly planned and tailored to every specific case, guiding people through the process of improving imbalances and deficiencies of our modern lives.
