Clinical Pilates
Physio-led small group classes.
Clinical Pilates Classes at SANO Physio, Brisbane.
Pilates that’s personal - even in a group.
Clinical Pilates at SANO is Pilates built around you. Every class is run by a physiotherapist, capped at 4 people, and based on your own assessment. It suits people with back or neck pain, anyone rebuilding core and pelvic floor strength, people returning after injury or surgery, and anyone who has never done Pilates and wants to start properly.
Our classes were designed and delivered by physiotherapists. With only 4 people in the room, your physio watches your technique, corrects it as you go, and adjusts your exercises every session. You'll work through your own program in a small group, with the motivation of training alongside others.
What to Expect from Clinical Pilates class?
Studio Pilates classes put everyone through the same routine. Clinical Pilates starts with your assessment and is built based on your goals.
Your own program, in a class of 4
Before your first class, your physio assesses how you move, where you're having problems and what you want to achieve. You then get a program built for you. Everyone in the class works on their own exercises, at their own level.
Built on 5 core principles
Every program starts with the foundations of Pilates: standing posture and alignment, diaphragm breathing, awareness of your deep abdominal muscles, pelvic floor activation, and controlled, precise movement. Once those are reliable, we add load and challenge.
Progress you can measure
We record where you start and review you formally after 12 classes. Depending on your goals, that includes strength testing with VALD Force Decks and Dynamo, along with movement and pain scores. You'll see how far you've come, and your physio will set your next block.
Practice between classes
You'll get a take-home mat program through our exercise app, so you can keep building between sessions.
Clinical Pilates is suitable for people wanting:
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A safe bridge from early rehab back to everyday strength
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Graded, controlled exercise to reduce back & neck pain and build confiderence
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Better posture, balance and control for staying strong as you age
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Rebuild deep core and pelvic floor strength, including after pregnancy
Clinical Pilates
What to Expect
At SANO Physio, we objectively track your progress through regular clinical assessments and feedback loops to ensure safe and measurable improvement.
Initial Assessment
60-minute consultation with physiotherapist, where we identify the right Pilates class and build your individual Pilates program.
Learn the Foundations
One or two 1-on-1 sessions to learn your exercises and technique before joining a class, if your physio recommends it.
6-Week Foundation Block
Your first block focuses on activation, movement quality and building a reliable base. Training with a maximum of 4 people.
Progress Review & Next Block
At the end of each 6-week block, your physiotherapist will review markers and scores. You either progress within Clinical Pilates or transition to our Strength & Conditioning Class.
FAQ’s
We’ve answered the most common questions below. If something isn’t covered, call the clinic directly
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Pilates run by a physiotherapist and built around your own assessment. It uses the same principles as studio Pilates, applied to your body, your injury history and your goals.
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Studio classes usually run one routine for a room of people, led by an instructor. Our classes are capped at 4, led by a physio, and every person works on their own program. If you have pain, an injury or a health condition, that difference matters.
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Both. Our studio has a Pilates reformer and a Nord pulley system, alongside mat work and small equipment such as foam rollers, bands and weights. Your physio uses whichever equipment suits your program, so each class may combine reformer, pulley and mat exercises.
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Yes. Your assessment sets your starting point, and your physio coaches your technique in every class. Many of our clients start as complete beginners.
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No, you can book an initial assessment directly.
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Yes. Your home exercise program is delivered through our TeleHab app, giving you a clear digital record of your exercises, sets, reps and technique guides. Home program compliance between sessions significantly improves your rehabilitation outcomes and the pace of your progression.
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