About Me

The Ultimate Method to Be Strong For Life

My philosophy of practicing and teaching Pilates includes the following elements and benefits:

Practice Authentic Pilates

I believe in the classical or authentic system of Pilates, that using this method can truly change the body in the most positive ways so you can enjoy an adventurous life without the worry of aches, pains or injuries. Joseph Pilates developed this method with an intended sequence of exercises that develops the body in a uniform way. This method has been lost over time as Pilates has become a popular form of exercise and practised in multiple ways from the gym to physiotherapy. I believe in preserving the original method and practising Pilates as Joseph Pilates intended.

Use Authentic Pilates Apparatus

I believe that using the equipment that Joseph Pilates created can bring the best results as this equipment was built for the exercises that we practice. My Studio is filled with a variety of classical Pilates equipment including the Reformer, Cadillac, Wunda Chair, High Chair, Baby Chair, Spine Corrector, High Barrel and Foot Corrector. Utilising all the Pilates apparatus allows us to use the method and system that Joseph Pilates created to your advantage. If you have done Pilates before, you will truly feel the difference that this equipment brings to the work. If you are new to Pilates - you are starting with the best apparatus there is!

Be a Diploma Qualified Teacher

I believe that a high quality of Pilates Instruction will give you the best results. Pilates is an unregulated industry and Pilates qualifications vary to the extreme. Authentic Pilates Teachers have all been through a rigorous 600 hour apprenticeship where we work closely with a mentor that can trace lineage back to Joseph Pilates, plus a Diploma qualification. Pilates is more than just a form of exercise, it is a discipline and classical Pilates Teachers honour and follow the pure form of Pilates as Joseph Pilates created it.

Activate Your Powerhouse

I teach you how to activate your Powerhouse - not just your core. In Pilates every exercise comes from a group of muscles we call the "Powerhouse" - this is your abdominal muscles, glutes and inside thighs. Strengthening your Powerhouse allows you to operate from a strong centre with fluid limbs.

Find Strength in Your Body

Consistent practice of the method can bring many positive changes to the body including:

Mobility of the spine
Core strength and stability
Increased muscle tone and muscle balance
Improved flexibility and range of movement
Joint mobility and stability
Improved postural habits
Increased body awareness and coordination
Enhanced vitality, stamina and performance
Injury prevention and rehabilitation

Michaela Brown

Certified Authentic Pilates Education International (APEI) Instructor

Diploma of Professional Pilates Instruction (910521NAT)

I am a third generation Authentic Pilates Instructor having trained at Authentic Pilates Education International (APEI) under mentors Marda Willey and Olga Tamara both taught by Joseph Pilates' renowned protegee Romana Kryzanowska. I am passionate about the classical Pilates method, proud to be able to continue it's legacy and to bring all its benefits to those wanting to practice this method. After running a vibrant studio in Hampton for 6.5 years, I have changed the pace and am now working from a home studio, still in Hampton.

My journey to becoming a Pilates Instructor arises from a long struggle with the debilitating effects of fibromyalgia. Seeking a way to exercise without bringing on the effects of this condition, I began Pilates and was amazed at the strength and mobility I regained in my body. Pilates became an essential part of a group of alternative therapies I used to manage fibromyalgia symptoms. Many years later, the condition under control, I became passionate about teaching this method to others.

Becoming certified in the Authentic Pilates method with Authentic Pilates Education International to the advanced method as a Pilates Instructor and also completing a Diploma of Professional Pilates Instruction, I then opened my studio in the beautiful Bayside suburb of Hampton which operated for 6.5 years. In 2023 I made the change to a home studio and work with those dedicated to using the authentic Pilates method to enhance their lives.

I am client focused, striving to maintain the Authentic Pilates methodology to "teach to the body" so people achieve the results they seek. I love that Pilates allows me to work with people enthusiastic about making changes in their lives and being a part of this transformative process. I love being able to work with people of all ages, genders & cultures and have a special interest in working with people who live with chronic conditions.