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  • Hi, I’m Ralene, the owner/director of Body Intelligence Pilates.

    I’ve been teaching Pilates since 2006. I hold a Diploma of Polestar Pilates Studio and Rehabilitation Method and a Certificate IV in Pilates Instruction from the Pilates International Training Centre. I am a long-term member of the Pilates Alliance Australasia and a Mentor-In-Training with Polestar Pilates.

    I love Pilates because I know it works! Pilates has kept me moving, dancing, and, most importantly, playing with my grandchildren. I love seeing clients leave their sessions feeling stronger, more mobile, and more confident in their bodies.

  • I was drawn to Pilates some time ago after the birth of my second child. I quickly realised that not only did Pilates help me with my postnatal body, but it also gave me much needed time to focus on myself.

    Pilates has kept me flexible and I’ve seen an increase in overall strength and vast improvements in my posture through ongoing practice.I have come from a career background of hospitality, education and sustainability and this love of helping people has led me down the path to becoming a Pilates Instructor.

    I am a Certified Practitioner of Pilates Studio (Polestar 2022) and hold a Cert IV in Polestar Pilates Matwork Instruction Method (2018). In addition I have completed a Pre and Post Natal Specialist Certification with The Center for Women’s Fitness (2019), and Child Development & Paediatric Movement with Kids Heart Pilates (2022)

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  • I have a Diploma of Professional Pilates Instruction (ITC 2017), and started teaching Pilates professionally in November 2016. However, the more I taught and did my self-mastery, the more curious I became about how the Pilates method of exercise contributes favourably to physical and mental health. So, I feed my curiosity by studying Physiotherapy at University of Canberra so I can learn more of the relationship between movement and the human body. Sometimes it feels that the learning is never ending.

    Pilates means body (and dare I say, mind) conditioning to me. I like to think of it this way – my body is a car and Pilates is one of my mechanics. How often I drive my car decides how often I get it serviced. Likewise, if I have not driven my car for a while, I need the mechanic to service it before I drive it again.

  • I love Pilates because it offers a holistic approach to fitness, blending flexibility, mindfulness and strength. Watching others discover the balance in their bodies, seeing improved posture and overall well- being is incredibly rewarding.

    Exercise should be fun and functional, and I see Pilates doing this by helping people feel better, move better and enjoy living in their bodies.

    I have a Diploma of Polestar Pilates Studio and Rehabilitation Method, a Certificate IV in Matwork Pilates. A Certificate III & IV in Fitness, also Austswim Teacher of Swim & Water Safety as well as Infant and Preschool Aquatics ( only going to be of use if the studio is under water) and a PhD in Ecology, Evolution and Systematic (which again will only be of use if you are an insect , specifically an aphid….)

  • I have always had a strong interest in health and have worked as a Registered Nurse in Australia and the United Kingdom before retraining in the area of community development, health education and Pilates. Taking a holistic approach to well-being I have worked with a range of clients with the aim of improving physical, mental and emotional health.

    I am very enthusiastic about fitness and sport and have previous experience with weight training, yoga, aqua aerobics, netball and cycle coaching. I was a keen long distance road cyclist but now enjoy shorter weekend rides. I have found Pilates an excellent method to strengthen and lengthen tight muscles after a session on the bike. I firmly believe the Pilates method is for anyone who is interested in improving their fitness, posture, coordination and functional movement of the body.

    I have a special interest in pelvic floor concerns, hip problems, balance and stability. I enjoys working with all age groups and teaching both Pilates matwork and studio sessions.

    In addition to being a registered Nurse with a Bachelor of Science (Maj. Health Education), I hold a Diploma of Professional Pilates Instruction (Pilates ITC) and a Certificate IV in Pilates Matwork Instruction (Pilates ITC) and am a member of Pilates Alliance Australasia. I also have a Certificate Counselling (Relationships Australia)

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Ralene is terrific and I am benefitting a lot from my exercise and her guidance. I have already recommended friends to her and will continue to do so. ”

— Chris

“Before I started working with Body Intelligence I had done a bit of Pilates but after being diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis I was looking for a long term studio to practice Pilates safely and effectively. It has been at least 8 years working with Ralene and I look forward to every workout. It’s a great community of wellness and connection at Body Intelligence, looking forward to many more workouts.

— Karla

“What particularly works for me at this Studio is that the Instructors will modify my program regularly to provide more challenge and interest for me, but also to adapt the components of the program in the event of additional injury or aggravation. Love it.”

— Caryl

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