In this workshop, we’ll break down how to set intentional goals for our classes, how to design series that build toward a specific outcome, so that we build programs where every choice has a clear why. By the end, you’ll have a practical framework you can use to design classes that feel cohesive, purposeful, and confident to teach. By planning with intention, we move beyond simply delivering exercises and begin crafting an experience that develops strength, awareness, and connection to the body.
Designed for teachers wanting to refine how they observe and respond to movement in a group reformer setting. If teaching feels like constant cueing, correcting, and searching for the “next” thing, this workshop offers a different approach — one grounded in curiosity and clarity. You’ll learn to move beyond simply watching exercises, and instead recognise patterns, compensations, and opportunities for more effective cueing and programming. At its core, this workshop is about developing curiosity, so you can teach with more clarity, less overwhelm, and greater impact. As Eve Gentry reminds us, “It’s not enough to just look, you have to see.”
Running a large group class doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. This workshop focuses on practical coaching strategies and two dynamic Athletic Flows designed to keep larger groups moving with intention while staying challenged and engaged. With a strong emphasis on movement, you’ll experience how to structure and deliver sessions that maintain energy, clarity and control, while learning how to command the room, hold focus, and get the most out of every participant, no matter the class size.
Our educators are at the forefront of evolving modern movement, guiding the progression of a range of different disciplines. Learn more about their journey as thought leaders in the industry.
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Anthea Maclean’s tactful approach to Pilates she defines as the sum of years of study and rigorous training across both modern and original school of thought. With a diverse education across both the traditional Pilates method and modern Pilates certification in addition to her anatomical breadth of understanding, Anthea embodies a unique ability to communicate, uplift, educate and empower Pilates teachers and students across the world with a deeper and more connected mind and body movement experience. She is known for her intelligent eye, hands on teaching style and efficient understanding of anatomy to inform her client’s programming and transform her students capabilities to forge new biochemical pathways. Neutralising imbalance in the body, Anthea takes an educational approach to working the system that fosters independence and transformation in her students to advance their practice within the Pilates repertoire.
Anesti Mano is an internationally recognized Pilates educator and a leader in modern Pilates education. His approach blends strong movement principles with athletic-inspired training, helping people build stronger and more resilient bodies at any age. He is the creator of Reformer Gym Vibes®️, an innovative athletic Reformer method. What started as a single class that became the most in-demand session in the UAE has evolved into a global workshop series, training instructors worldwide and redefining how Pilates can unlock true strength. Founder of Algo Pilates and official brand ambassador of Align Pilates, Anesti’s NPCP-accredited workshops offer 12 CECs.
Physiotherapist | Pilates Instructor | Founder of Pilates HQ Steph Neal is a Physiotherapist, Pilates Instructor, and creator of The Pilates HQ App. With over 15years of experience and comprehensive training in Clinical and Classical Pilates, she specialises in integrating evidence-based strength training principles into Reformer programming. Through her boutique home studio and Pilates HQ, Steph mentors instructors across Australia, helping them confidently design smarter, strength-focused sessions that enhance client outcomes while preserving the essence of Pilates.
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Sam has been teaching Pilates and Yoga for nearly two decades. She is a Senior Teacher Trainer for Barre Body, creator of Reformer Yin, and Head Teacher at Bende Studios in Byron Bay. Sam first discovered Pilates in her early teens while rehabilitating from two broken ankles, an experience that quietly rooted her in her path for life. What began as recovery grew into a lifelong exploration of movement that has taken her around the world leading retreats, guiding teacher trainings, mentoring teachers and teaching in some of the Northern Rivers’ and Sydney’s most respected studios. Her teaching is deeply influenced by somatics and a genuine curiosity for the body’s patterns and possibilities. Sam invites students to slow down, listen closely and move with presence, guided by a simple philosophy that sits at the heart of her work: movement is medicine.
Carrie is a Pilates Instructor with nearly 20 years’ experience, a qualified Sports Massage Therapist, and holds a BSc (Hons) in Sports Science and Biology. After discovering Pilates while working in a London sports massage clinic, she quickly recognised its powerful benefits for strength, rehabilitation, and injury prevention. Trained with Polestar Pilates in 2010, Carrie is now an Educator with Polestar and has additional qualifications in Pre/Post Natal Pilates, Buff Bones® for Osteoporosis, Cranio-sacral Therapy, and The Oov. She has a special interest in injury rehabilitation and sports performance, and brings energy, creativity, and technical precision to every class.
Together, Luisa, a successful Pilates studio owner and Polestar Principal Senior Educator, and Mila, a physiotherapist, former professional ballerina, and Polestar Assistant Educator, bring a wealth of experience and passion for movement and Pilates to their workshops. Having mentored numerous instructors and delivered workshops both in Australia and internationally, they have become respected figures within the Pilates community. Known for their innovative and inspiring approach, they focus on functionality and practical application while presenting current scientific information relevant to movement and Pilates practice. Their workshops are characterised by creative, smart, and meaningful movement flows, well-crafted sequences, and comprehensive explanations that support each exercise. Through this approach, they empower Pilates instructors to deepen their understanding, refine their practice, and enhance their teaching. By joining their workshop, participants can expect a supportive and engaging learning experience that encourages creativity, thoughtful movement exploration, and a deeper appreciation of the Pilates method.
Molly Gay is a Pilates instructor, strength coach, and educator with a passion for helping Pilates professionals teach stronger. With over 10 years in the industry, she specialises in bridging Pilates and strength training so instructors can confidently load, progress, and challenge their clients. Molly’s workshops combine science backed training principles with practical coaching tools that instructors can take straight back to the studio.
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David is a Physiotherapist, Pilates Educator, Mentor, and Strength & Conditioning Coach with almost a decade in Pilates education. A former bodybuilder, he is passionate about optimising movement, enhancing performance, and empowering instructors with a deeper understanding of anatomy, biomechanics, and their application to Pilates and functional movement. David facilitates teacher training courses and runs continuing education workshops for instructors and studios, covering injury management, biomechanics, class programming and teaching techniques. His approachable, hands-on teaching style helps instructors refine their skills, teach with confidence, and deliver strong, well-rounded sessions. Based in Sydney, David runs his studio where he works with clients at all levels, from rehabilitation to elite sports performance.
Rhiannon is the Head Trainer at Heartbeat High Pilates in Perth, Western Australia, with over 10 years of experience in the industry. Certified through Polestar Pilates, she teaches across Mat, Reformer and Barre along with educating and mentoring developing instructors. Her years of classical ballet training has influenced her clear, technical and engaging teaching style. From this, Rhiannon has built a strong client following through classes that prioritise precision and deeply thoughtful movement exploration.
Ali is the founder of thriving wellness brand Bodylove Pilates which includes Sydney based studios in Woollahra, Manly, Clarence St & opening Neutral Bay in May, a globally recognised on-demand workout platform, Bodylove Mamas and teacher training academy - Bodylove Academy. She is driven by a belief in holistic wellness and has coined the practice of “The Mindful Burn” as the guiding principle of her method. Ali completed her comprehensive Pilates training in New York City in 2009 and specialized in Pre & Postnatal Pilates. Returning to her hometown of Sydney in 2018, Handley immediately set her sights on opening a wellness space like no other. A studio that elevated the group class experience, embraced the ideals of community, world class instruction, stunning spaces and 360 degree holistic health. Bodylove Pilates opened in Woollahra in May 2019, with plans to open her first international studio in Bali in July. Ali believes that you can get a workout anywhere, but what Bodylove delivers is a magical, innovative and unique experience that is constantly evolving.
Olivia Bennett With over eight years of pilates teaching experience, Olivia’s foundation in classical ballet naturally evolved into a career devoted to movement education. Her early training instilled discipline and grace, but it was Pilates that deepened her appreciation for purposeful exercise. Certified in Pilates, Reformer, Barre, Ballet Teaching, and Personal Training, Olivia’s approach is grounded in precision, flow and body awareness. Her classes challenge clients to move with control and intention, while maintaining an uplifting, energised atmosphere. Before co-founding Total Tone, Olivia trained and taught in leading Sydney studios, learning alongside respected mentors and high level professionals. These experiences shaped her balanced teaching style, one that prioritises both technical excellence and genuine connection. At Total Tone, Olivia’s mission is simple, to help clients feel strong, capable and at home in their bodies. Her classes are designed to leave you challenged, empowered, and glowing long after you step off the mat or the reformer. Josie Frick Josie’s journey began in the world of elite ballet, training at The Australian Ballet School before continuing her studies at The Royal Ballet School. She went on to become a professional ballet dancer with English National Ballet and Queensland Ballet, where discipline, precision and artistry shaped her deep understanding of the body. Throughout her career, Pilates became a tool not only for performance, but for recovery and resilience through multiple injuries. Now a certified Pilates, Reformer, Barre and Personal Training instructor, Josie’s classes are intentional and empowering. She blends technical precision with athletic challenge, creating sessions that build strength from the inside out. As Co-Founder of Total Tone, Josie is passionate about redefining what it means to feel strong, fostering a space where movement is both powerful and joyful, and where clients leave feeling capable, confident and connected.
Simone Doulaveras is the founder of The Loft Pilates, which she launched in 2017 and has since grown into a leading boutique studio with locations in Cronulla, Caringbah and Bondi Junction, with further locations in development across Australia. Simone performed as a professional dancer, captain and co-host in the Las Vegas show Sydney After Dark, as well as dance captain in the German cabaret Palazzo. She has also toured around Australia and Asia as a back-up dancer and featured artist with various bands and artists. While touring as a dancer, Simone trained in various studios and techniques to keep herself performing at an optimum level. It was during her time in Las Vegas that she first discovered hot classes and the benefits they provided, supporting strength, endurance and recovery while performing. Simone brought back with her a unique style of Pilates-based strength and conditioning workouts that fuse science, the latest training techniques in functional movement and creativity, which now underpin the high-energy, results-driven experience The Loft is known for.
A passionate connector, Sharon shares the art of movement as a tool for empowerment, expression, and returning to self. She holds qualifications in both Pilates and Yoga, with a deep interest in how both movement and language can foster clarity, care, and connection. Currently Head Teacher at Good Times Pilates in Melbourne, she brings a decade of experience across teaching, mentoring, and studio management in boutique and corporate wellness spaces. Her work spans digital platforms including Amy Carmody Movement, Class Choreography, and Open meditation, where she is an ambassador. As the founder of Club Ronny – a movement project known for its design and intimate, invitation-only experiences – she curates spaces that centre authentic community, culture, and creativity. With 20 years of training in dance and performing arts, Sharon brings a detailed, embodied approach to her teaching. She leads with experience, and remains a dedicated lifelong student. Her approach blends classical attunement with contemporary play, championing joy, accessibility, and the collective power of movement to energise and transform.
Phoebe found Pilates at the age of 13 as a way to support her body while dancing full-time at a performing arts school. In 2013 she began developing her knowledge and skills, studying under Polestar, STOTT, Pilates International Training Center and taking any continuing education available. Forming a friendship with fellow Pilates enthusiast Olivia, they agreed the fitness scene was missing the mark in speaking to a younger generation of people who could benefit from Pilates. The idea to bring fun back to fitness hatched, and Heartbeat High was born. Heartbeat High opened its doors in Perths CBD 2018 with 2 studios rooms. Reformer Pilates popularity was on the rise, but a key point of difference was HBHs diverse Mat offering. From Phoebe's dance background, she knew the magic of movement without machines and props, just space to move freely your way. Both founders believe Mat makes Pilates accessible to a wider reach of humans and its value is hugely overlooked in today’s market. Heartbeat High has now expanded to 3 studio locations in Perth's inner suburbs and over 20 employees which Phoebe heads the training and mentoring of while on their mission to make exercise a pleasure, not a chore.
Founder & Director, Evolved Pilates | Principal Trainer – PAA Julia Frankish is the founder of Evolved Pilates, a Melbourne-based studio known for its supportive, thoughtful approach to movement. With over 20 years of teaching experience, her work is shaped by close collaboration with movement professionals and a strong commitment to research-informed practice. A Principal Trainer with the Pilates Association Australia (PAA), Julia mentors teachers and presents professional development workshops across the country. Her teaching focuses on developing observation, refining decision-making, and supporting people to move with greater awareness, confidence, and ease. Julia brings an approach that values connection and individuality, creating learning environments that are practical, engaging, and grounded in real-world application.
Emma Seibold is the CEO, founder and creator of Barre Body and its suite of brands, recognised as one of Australia’s leading health and wellness professionals. Since launching the first studio in Melbourne over ten years ago, she has built Barre Body into an international hub for barre and Pilates. With 15 years of teaching experience, extensive certifications in Yoga, Pilates, and meditation, and deep expertise in studio ownership and business, Emma has designed world-class teacher training programs that have empowered tens of thousands of instructors worldwide to thrive in their careers.
Chrisen Hall is a Pilates educator and mentor with 15+ years of experience. After teaching over 20,000 classes, he now specialises in helping instructors master the art of teaching — blending anatomy, programming and real-world coaching. This is his first year presenting at FOMME, and he’s excited to bring a practical, no-fluff approach to instructor development.
Victoria and the team at Vicalates have become renowned for their comprehensive, confident yet creative approach to perinatal Pilates. Within in her private clientele, Victoria considers herself blessed to have at minimum 60% of these women as perinatal. Whether it's approaching the repertoire for the first time, continuing Pilates whilst pregnant, or restoring your core post birth - it’s all part of our speciality. Vicalates is also proud to work alongside doctors and allied health professionals to educate in this niche, and to be one of the few studios allowing pregnant women until term to attend class and offer a tailored 8-week Mums and Bubs program both in studio and online.
Alexa is a passionate instructor, educator, and mentor. With a background in dance and a Bachelor of Fine Arts, she first discovered Pilates as a way to better understand and support her own body—what began as personal curiosity soon evolved into a professional calling. She holds a Diploma in Professional Pilates Instruction and continues to deepen her knowledge through ongoing education in exercise science, with a particular focus on anatomy and physiology. Alexa is a highly regarded educator for Bodylove Academy and a driving force in their education program where she writes and facilitates teacher training. During her years in Sydney, she divided her time between leading dynamic group classes—across mat, reformer, and barre—and working more intimately in the studio with clients on all Pilates apparatus. Her teaching style is grounded in a deep appreciation for anatomy, the Pilates method, and intentional, conscious cueing. Now based in Lennox Head, Alexa is pursuing her own creative projects while continuing her work as a teacher-trainer and studio consultant. She is dedicated to helping instructors and Pilates enthusiasts feel confident, capable, and deeply connected—both in their own bodies and in the way they teach.
Taylor is a Pilates instructor, fitness leader, and the founder of Sydney Pilates Club, a social movement club built around connection and community through Pilates. Known for her creative flows, holistic lifestyle, and commitment to inclusive movement, Taylor has built a growing community centred around connection through wellness events, retreats, and workshops across Sydney. She is passionate about helping people become their strongest selves — encouraging others to move with intention, build confidence, and experience the power of community through movement.
Carla Oates is the founder and CEO of The Beauty Chef, and a pioneer in the ingestibles and gut health space. A former beauty editor turned wellness innovator, Carla created The Beauty Chef's first product Glow® in 2009—a groundbreaking fermented supernutrient powder with pre, pro & postbiotics. Today, she works alongside a team of naturopaths, nutritionists and microbiologists to develop The Beauty Chef's range of probiotic formulas, fermented for potency at their state-of-the-art Probiotic Lab in Sydney. Carla is also the author of three books, a longtime natural beauty columnist, and a sought-after speaker who has been featured at VOGUE Codes, WWD Beauty Summit and various international events and media.
While working in New York’s fast-paced PR world, Bernadette Sukkar turned to fitness to manage stress and reconnect with her body. This transformative experience led her to launch Body by Berner in 2021.A certified Pilates, Yoga, and Breathwork facilitator, Bernadette blends expertise with a passion for empowering others. She has collaborated with global brands such as Jo Malone, Samsung, Maybelline, Reebok, Adidas, TikTok, The Iconic, and more, bringing her wellness expertise to high-profile campaigns and events. Her ability to seamlessly integrate fitness and mindfulness into the corporate world has solidified her reputation as a sought-after leader in the wellness industry. Through her work, Bernadette continues to inspire her clientele both physically and mentally, proving that wellness is not just a practice, but a way of life.
Laura Bullock is the founder of MODE Pilates, where she has combined her passion for Pilates with a background in marketing and business to build one of the most recognised boutique Pilates brands on Sydney’s Northern Beaches. What began as a vision to create boutique spaces and quality teaching has grown into five dual reformer and mat studios across the region. At the heart of Laura’s philosophy is the belief that there is real magic in finding a workout you genuinely love - one that leaves you feeling stronger, more connected and empowered. Laura is passionate about sharing the lessons from her growth journey and helping other women better understand how to scale their businesses. Having navigated expansion herself, she is particularly interested in opening conversations around the different ways businesses can leverage funding and financial structures to grow - areas she believes many women in business are not always exposed to early enough. A wife and mum to two young boys, Bodhi and Albie, Laura understands the juggle of building a business while raising a family and is passionate about showing that with creativity, determination and community, it’s possible to build something truly special. In 2024, Laura was recognised through Westpac Women of Influence Awards, an achievement that continues to inspire her to push boundaries and create opportunities for growth for her team and community.
Bianca is a certified Pilates Instructor with international recognition and a Clinical Naturopath. Her passion for movement began in childhood through dance and Pilates classes with her mother at a young age. Viewing movement as a means of self-expression and a tool for body awareness, she empowers her clients with the belief that movement can be a form of healing. She currently teaches online through Alo Moves, a prominent fitness app, leads wellness retreats, and instructs at prestigious studios in Sydney. Beyond movement, Bianca's Italian upbringing instilled in her a deep appreciation for homegrown produce, herbal remedies, and the healing power of food. With a Bachelor of Health Science in Naturopathy, she is dedicated to promoting Women's Health and integrating her knowledge in both practices to support and uplift those she encounters.
Join us for FŌMME Festival, May 23–24 in Bondi Beach. Choose between a full weekend pass (8 workshops) or a single day (4 workshops), with every session led by leading educators from across Australia and around the world.
Your ticket includes access to all workshops within your selected pass, along with partner activations, your FŌMME I.D, and goods bag.
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Secure your ticket and join us for a weekend of education, connection, and community.
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Pre-Sale (Full Weekend) — $780AUD (SOLD OUT)
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Final Release (Full Weekend) — $880AUD
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