Reformer Pilates

Reformer Pilates

Mill Park Leisure Reformer Pilates studio is a place where members can enjoy a complete wellness experience. These low-impact classes sculpt muscles, improve posture, and enhance flexibility – perfect for toning muscle and building core strength. Each session focuses on mindful movement and breath control, leaving you refreshed and energised.

Reformer Pilates is designed for all fitness and ability levels. Using spring-loaded resistance on a reformer bed, our coaches will guide you through a variety of exercises designed to increase your strength, mobility, coordination and balance. 

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Gain unlimited access to our Reformer Pilates classes, plus full access to our gym, group exercise classes, Thomastown Recreation & Aquatic Centre and Whittlesea Swim Centre seasonal pool with a Platinum Membership.

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Benefits of Reformer Pilates

Reformer Pilates focuses heavily on engaging the core muscles, including abdominals, lower back and pelvic floor. Strengthening these muscles improves posture, stability and overall functional movement.

Regular practice on the reformer helps improve both static and dynamic flexibility. The machine allows for controlled stretching and lengthening of muscles, promoting joint mobility and reducing stiffness.

Through targeted exercises, Reformer Pilates helps align the spine and strengthen postural muscles. This results in improved posture, which can alleviate back, neck and shoulder pain often caused by poor alignment. 

The resistance provided by the reformer machine allows for a full-body workout that targets all major muscle groups. It leads to increased muscle tone, strength and endurance – especially in the legs, arms and core.

Unlike high-impact exercise, Reformer Pilates provides a low-impact workout that reduces stress on the joints while effectively strengthening and toning muscles. This makes it suitable for people with joint issues or those recovering from injury.

The reformer machine encourages controlled movements that challenge your balance and awareness for self. This helps improve coordination, stability and overall movement efficiency.

Reformer Pilates is often used for rehabilitation because it strengthens muscles in a safe and controlled manner, helping to prevent future injuries. The equipment can also be adapted for a range of abilities and injury concerns.

Reformer Pilates encourages us to slow down, concentrate on our breath and move fluidly through positions. This practice reduces stress and encourages us to find calm and mental clarity.

Why choose us?

We offer facilities designed to support your health and wellness journey. With a Platinum membership, you’ll enjoy access to all our facilities, plus unlimited Reformer Pilates classes each week.

  • Mix up your workouts: Choose from Reformer Pilates, group exercise classes or a gym session.
  • Expert Instructors: Our qualified team provides personalised support and guidance to help you achieve your goals.
  • Welcoming Community: Join a positive, inclusive environment that motivates and inspires you every step of the way. 
  • Flexible Scheduling: With a packed timetable of classes and membership options, getting active has never been easier.

Frequently Asked Questions

Reformer Pilates is a low-impact, full-body workout. The reformer is a bed-like machine that moves back and forward and features functionalities (i.e. springs) to increase resistance as you work out. 

No prior experience is necessary. Our classes are designed for all fitness levels, and our instructors make sure to demonstrate techniques that are adaptable for beginners as well as experts.

Wear comfortable workout clothing and bring a water bottle. We provide all the equipment you’ll need.

Classes run for 50 minutes, ensuring a total body workout as well as a mindful practice.

Reformer Pilates is low-impact and great for rehabilitation. Let your instructor know about any injuries so they can tailor the workout for you.

Flexibility is not a requirement for Reformer Pilates rather Reformer Pilates helps improve flexibility over time. Exercises in Reformer Pilates can be modified to accommodate all levels of flexibility.

While Reformer Pilates is not primarily a cardio workout, it can aid in weight loss by building lean muscle, boosting metabolism, and improving overall body composition.

Reformer Pilates uses the resistance of the machine to provide a deeper, more targeted workout, helping to strengthen muscles, improve alignment, and increase flexibility more effectively than mat Pilates.