Pilates Association Australia

The Pilates Association Australia (PAA) is pleased to announce a planned leadership transition, marking the next phase in the continued growth and development of the Association and the profession.

Following a recent Board meeting, the following appointments will take effect from early May:

• Kimberley Garlick has been appointed President
• Jen Guest has been appointed Vice-President
• Robyn Rix has been appointed Treasurer
• Susie Bond is stepping down as Vice President and will remain on the Committee as an Ordinary Member. She will continue to chair the Therapeutic Pilates Special Interest Group
• Cheryl Burgess is stepping down as Treasurer and leaving the Committee

These appointments form part of a considered succession process designed to provide continuity of leadership while supporting the next stage of the Association’s strategic priorities.

Kimberley brings extensive experience within the Pilates profession, strong relationships across the training provider sector, and a deep commitment to the future of the industry. She also brings a valuable perspective on the needs of emerging instructors and the next generation of practitioners. The Board is confident she will provide strong leadership as the profession enters an exciting new phase.

Jen returns to the PAA committee as Vice-President with a strong understanding of the Association’s governance and strategic direction, and will be an important support to Kimberley and the Board.

Robyn will continue to support the Association as Treasurer, with a particular focus on financial stewardship and the implementation of private health fund rebate pathways.

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The home of professional Pilates teachers and instructors in Australia.

Who are we?

The PAA is an independent not-for-profit organisation run by Pilates teachers for Pilates teachers.

We play a critical role as an advisory body for the regulation of quality Pilates instruction and by supporting qualified Pilates teachers to develop their craft.

We continue to strive for the Pilates Method to be a recognised, professional and valued health care and fitness discipline (About the PAA).

Join us – we’re stronger together!

All suitably qualified Pilates teachers, specialist Pilates studios and eligible students are invited to join us as members. We welcome and support well-trained members from many different approaches to the Pilates Method (Information about joining).

The PAA is united with our worldwide community in welcoming and encouraging everyone, regardless of their background or identity, to teach and practise Pilates.  We are committed to a skilled and compassionate industry offering a safe and inclusive space for all.

 “Change happens through movement and movement heals.” – Joseph Pilates.

Invitation to members and non-members to contact us with issues

If you have a concern about any practices in the Pilates industry in Australia, please contact us at info@pilates.org.au

While we would encourage you to become a member of the PAA, we are passionately committed to the integrity of the Pilates industry and will work with and support you, without judgement and with respect for your privacy.

We can explore options with you, including taking direct action ourselves where appropriate.

We are more powerful together.