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International Presenters Announced We are thrilled to welcome two amazing international presenters to the PAA Conference 2025, 12-14 September at the ICC, Sydney. Both bring a wealth of experience, insight, and passion for Pilates education, ensuring an enriching experience for everyone.   Classical Pilates Educator, Mentor, and Presenter Karen Frischmann is a leading voice in classical Pilates education, known for her ability to help teachers deepen their understanding of the original Pilates method. With decades of experience, she has mentored hundreds of instructors worldwide, guiding them to refine their teaching, master the classical repertoire, and develop a keen eye for…

“Kim is a PAA Principal Trainer Practitioner member, Pilates studio owner, The Pilates Studio teacher trainer, podcast host of ‘Raising the Bar on the Future of Pilates’ and business coach. Kim’s mission is to empower ambitious Pilates business owners to build thriving businesses that bring joy, balance, and aligned revenue—freeing you to focus on what you do best: helping people move and feel better with Pilates. In an ever-evolving industry, Kim believes standing out means more than offering classes — it’s about building a brand that people feel confident in. Launched in August 2024, on her podcast Raising the Bar…

Dr. Brent Anderson PT, PHD, OCS, NCPT is a physical therapist, Pilates educator and author of “Principles of Movement” He is also the founder of Polestar Pilates and an Assistant Professor at the University of St. Augustine for Health and Sciences. To quote from his book, Dr. Brent Anderson sees Pilates “as a complementary holistic therapy, ideally positioned to assist physical therapists and other rehabilitation professionals in movement education.”  His research over the past thirty years into Pilates and movement sciences has contributed to its effectiveness and growing excitement in the field. He suggests that “the better we understand the…

We are urged to adopt a healthy lifestyle for extending our lives and ensuring a better quality of life, especially in our older years. The current list for a healthy lifestyle includes: Avoiding ultra-processed food and smoking Not abusing alcohol or opioids Limiting sugar intake Eating plenty of legumes, vegetables and grains Prioritising sleep and mental health Incorporating physical activity What does this give you? Recent research shows that this can add 10 plus years to your life expectancy. A study in 2018 showed that making it to 80 or even 90 is largely in our control. Life expectancy rates…

New Occupation Code for Pilates On December 6th, the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) released the latest version of occupation codes, the numerical system used to classify and categorise occupations in Australia. For the first time, there is now a code for Pilates instructors. Whilst this is a step in the right direction, there are issues with the new code. This article will explain the history behind the introduction of the Pilates code, the issues of concern and the future planning for a revised code.   Background Previously, the codes were called the Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification System…

PAA Conference 2025 – Call for Presenters The 2025 PAA conference will be a live event at the ICC Sydney, 12 – 14 September, and we are curating an exciting schedule of international and national presenters. The PAA is seeking applications for workshop presenters and class instructors who are eager to share their unique knowledge, passion, and skills. Whether you’re focused on traditional Pilates techniques, innovative approaches, or anything in between, we want to hear from YOU!⁠ Qualified and experienced Pilates teachers are invited to apply to present a 2 hr workshop or class. You can also partner with a…

In 2023 we decided to rebrand the organisation to update the PAA logo and change the name to be more inclusive with the merging of the Pilates Alliance of Australasia and the Australian Pilates Method Association. We discussed colour options for the PAA logo with the graphic designer and he was keen on using purple. Purple is an interesting colour as it was originally made from a mollusc which made it rare and expensive which is why it was favoured by royalty. Because it’s not common in nature, purple can also be exotic and mysterious. Purple is a combination of…

Summer Reading – Our Favourite Articles from 2024 Have you seen an article we’ve posted that you’d really like to read, but at that moment you just couldn’t find the time? Did you spot something interesting that you would love to return to but couldn’t find again? We have got you covered. Some of these articles can be found on the PAA website, or a quick Google search will find it. Here is a list of our favourite articles we have featured from 2024. -Should I Do Pilates, Really? – The Pilates Bridge -Case Study: Frozen Shoulder – Donna Oliver,…

Get ready to spoil yourself, a friend, teacher or your colleague in your life this Christmas with these thoughtfully curated gift ideas inspired by the PAA Member Benefits. Remember to login to your account to see the discounts as a PAA member. Each item is paired with an exclusive discount available to PAA members. Myofascial Release Balls From The Movement Collective 🎄 PAA Discount: 10% discount off your first order of myofascial release balls Books Books on authoritative bodywork, manual therapy, complementary health from Human Kinetics, distributed by Woodslane Health 🎄 PAA Discount: 20% off. Free delivery for orders over…

Remember the rules on gym cancellations WA Consumer Protection is reminding fitness providers, including Pilates studios, about their obligations under the Fitness Industry Code of Practice when it comes to membership cancellations. They continue to receive a high number of consumer complaints against fitness service providers who are not honouring cancellation requests for medical reasons. Under the Code, consumers have the right to cancel their membership due to permanent illness or incapacity. They have been made aware of instances where a fitness service provider will monitor the client’s illness or incapacity by requesting regular updates from the client or doctor…