ABOUT LAILA
Hi there! Welcome and thank you for sharing my journey of creating an inclusive, safe, and accessible space for Pilates.
With a history in competitive cheerleading resulting in my chronic back pain, multiple injuries and persistent niggles, I quickly learnt how good function (or the lack of) can dramatically impact your control in daily life. That’s when my passion awakened to help others rediscover their confidence and autonomy of movement.
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A Pilates instructor since 2017, I’ve completed my certification in mat and clinical Pilates, with additional training in women’s health and pelvic floor management to support my clients through pregnancy, SUI and prolapse and in trauma-informed practise to support my clients with complex PTSD.
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I founded LJ Pilates in 2020 in Melbourne with the mission to be a place where anyone can come, get fit and feel healthy. After relocating to Townsville in north Queensland in 2023, I am excited to say our holistic approach to fitness sets us apart from any other Pilates Studio in the Townville area. We look at the big picture and combine the best aspects of all types of fitness facilities to embody this approach and redefine what a state-of-the-art Pilates Studio can be.
Outside of LJ Pilates, you’ll likely find me hanging out with my two ragdoll cats, training for trail runs and attempting cheerleading tumbling (until I remember I retired for a reason).
SPECIALISATIONS
My specialist training lets me give a nuanced and tailored service to clients of all backgrounds, including the Pilates newbie, the chronically injured and the elite sportsperson. It means that you are getting the best possible instruction - even if you don't have a specialist need.
PELVIC FLOOR HEALTH
Experienced and trained to work in conjunction with a treating health team Laila provides effective movement practise aimed to support your recovery and day-to-day needs. Suitable for all pelvic floor concerns and disfunction from pregnancy to continence and everything in between for all gender identities.
ENDURANCE ATHLETES
With a strong background working with high level endurance athletes, from triathletes and ballerinas to cheerleaders and soldiers, Laila can help you use your body better, for longer, while supporting and improving your performance for competition, work or passion.
TRAUMA INFORMED CARE
Outside of the features of trauma informed care being considered in all programming, Laila can work specifically with you to create and support a trauma informed program suitable for birth trauma, chronic pain and other complex PTSD requirements.
QUALITY EDUCATION
With professional affiliations with the Pilates Association of Australasia, Polestar Pilates, Australian Physiotherapy Asocial and the Continence Foundation of Australia Laila has an exceptional network of resources and access to the most up-to-date information.