Reformer Pilates

Available at:

  • Pelican Park Recreation Centre
  • Yawa Aquatic Centre

Practice strength and flexibility with Reformer Pilates

Reformer Pilates is a whole-body workout. Let our expert instructors guide you to improve your wellbeing in a supportive, welcoming environment.

  • Dedicated Reformer Pilates studio for intimate classes
  • Suitable for all levels of experience
  • Adaptable to various fitness levels by easing or increasing resistance
  • Low impact, joint-friendly workouts
  • Qualified instructors
Virtual Reformer

Enjoy virtual reformer access at Mornington Peninsula Shire Active with a Wellness membership.

As a wellness member, you will have access to not only our face-to-face reformer classes, but also to timetabled virtual classes at Yawa Aquatic Centre and on-demand virtual classes, coming soon to Pelican Park Recreation Centre!

Yawa Aquatic Centre

To activate your virtual reformer access, you will need to:

  • Attend 3 face-to-face reformer classes at Yawa
  • Complete the online induction via the button below
  • Visit reception to have your virtual Reformer access activated

Bookings for virtual reformer will open 3 days prior to the scheduled class.

For further information, please see the guest experience team.

Yawa Virtual Reformer - Online Induction

Pelican Park Recreation Centre

Pilates Project StudioConnectTM is coming soon to Pelican Park Recreation Centre!

Stay tuned for more information.

Our timetable

With Reformer Pilates classes each week, there’s always a session to fit your schedule. Enjoy unlimited access as a member and explore our full timetable to find your perfect class!

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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.

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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.