Group Exercise Class
Physio-led small group rehabilitation.
RESTORE Group Classes at SANO Physio, Brisbane.
Rehabilitation that’s personal - even in a group.
RESTORE Group Classes are the first step on your SANO Rehabilitation journey. Designed for people in the early stages of recovery - post-surgical, managing persistent pain, rebuilding core stability or working on strength and balance.
This class model has been built by an APA Titled Sports & Exercise Physiotherapist and incorporates clinical structure with genuine individual attention. With only a small number of participants per session, our physiotherapists will actively monitor, coach and adjust your individual program throughout every 45-minute class.
Unlike gym-based exercise classes, every participant in a RESTORE Group Class at SANO has their own rehabilitation plan. The group format provides motivation and accountability, with the clinical oversight tailored to your needs.
What to Expect from a RESTORE class?
Expect to feel at ease. At SANO Physio, you’re in the safest hands.
Your Own Plan within a Shared Space
Every participant enters the class with an individual rehabilitation plan developed from their initial assessment. No generic group programs. Specific exercises based on your personal goals and your current ability.
Phase-Structured Progression
RESTORE classes follow a structured 6-week block model (Foundation, Load, Function) with progression determined by a clinical criteria, not the calendar. Your physiotherapist tracks your markers, reviewing your progress formally at the end of each block. Physiotherapy appointments may be blended with group classes to optimise your rehabilitation outcomes, especially for complex or post-surgical patients.
Technology-Enhanced Rehabilitation
We may integrate isometric strength testing using VALD Dynamo and Force Decks to objectively measure your progress and guide loading decisions. Exercise support via our Telehab prescription app supports accurate home-based rehabilitation between sessions.
Everything we do is guided by, and in partnership with, you!
RESTORE Class Specifications
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Post-Surgical Rehab following orthopaedic surgery and aligned to surgery protocol and recovery
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Graded Rehab for those with chronic or recurring pain using evidence-based pain science
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Physio-led Pilates restoring core stability, pelvic floor function, posture and spinal control
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Exercise Rehab for older adults rebuilding strength, stability, bone health and movement
RESTORE Journey
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 RESTORE class pathway and build your individual rehabilitation plan.
Commence Specific Class
Depending on your assessment, you will be placed in one of our classes - Post-Surgical Rehab, Persistent Pain, Clinical Pilates, or Strength & Balance.
6-Week Foundation Block
Your first block focuses on activation, movement quality and building a reliable base.
Progress Review & Next Block
At the end of each 6-week block, your physiotherapist will review markers and scores. You either progress within the RESTORE phase or transition to the FUNCTION Group Classes.
FAQ’s
We’ve answered the most common questions below. If something isn’t covered, call the clinic directly
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Every participant in a SANO Restore class has an individually assessed rehabilitation plan. You are not following a generic program. Your physiotherapist has designed your exercises specifically for you. The group is capped to ensure close clinical supervision throughout every session
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No referral is required. You begin with a standard physiotherapy initial appointment, after which your physiotherapist will match you to the right RESTORE class pathway. If you have been referred by your GP or surgeon, bring any relevant letters, scans or reports to your first appointment.
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This depends on your surgery type, your surgeon's protocol and your early recovery progress. For most orthopaedic procedures, group classes are appropriate from 2–6 weeks post-operatively, once initial wound healing is confirmed. We will liaise with your surgical team and assess your readiness at your initial appointment.
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Most people complete one to three 6-week blocks in the RESTORE phase before transitioning to FUNCTION Group Classes. Progression is criteria-based — your physiotherapist reviews objective markers at the end of each block and determines readiness for the next phase based on clinical evidence, not a fixed timeline.
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Yes — this is recommended. Your physiotherapy appointments and group classes are designed to complement each other. Your physio will continue to manage any hands-on treatment needs, complex clinical decisions and program adjustments alongside your group class attendance.
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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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