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Pilates Training For You
Whether you’re embarking on a new career in the body movement and health industry or seeking to enhance your existing knowledge and skills, Body Organics Education® has the perfect Pilates course for you. Our offerings encompass a comprehensive range of education, training, and professional development programs across various body movement and health disciplines. From beginners seeking a solid foundation to professionals aiming to expand their expertise, we provide tailored Pilates courses to meet your specific needs. Join us on a transformative learning journey and unlock your full potential in the field of body movement and health.
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Meet Your Pilates Educators
Carla Mullins is co-director and co-owner of Body Organics®, a business based in Brisbane, Australia. Body Organics® started off as a small Pilates studio in West End in Brisbane but has over the last almost 20 years grown into one of the leading Pilates studios in Brisbane with two studio spaces and now also includes Body Organics Education® and more recently the Makarlu®. As head of Body Organics Education® Carla oversees all the training courses as well as developing new training material. She educates new Pilates teachers as a course provider for the APMA and has delivered the APMA Diploma in Pilates Movement Therapy for over five years.
Carla started her career as a solicitor and practiced for nearly 13 years and came to Pilates in 1993 because of complex neurological and health problems. Application and consistency of the method meant that Carla regained her health and was able to move with some grace and more importantly without pain. In 2002 she decided to set up her own studio in Brisbane.
The curiosity and tenacity that allowed her to practice law and regain her health is what also makes her continue to study, train and explore anatomy and movement in as many mind-body disciplines as possible. She is passionate about understanding how pain or restrictions are affecting a person’s ability to move. It is through the education of her clients and teaching them to understand how their body works and how it could work better that she gets the greatest satisfaction. It is important for Carla that the transformation she can see in her clients in the studio is transferable to their everyday lives whether they are an athlete, mother, office worker or tradesperson.
Carla is a Level 4 Professional Practitioner with the Australian Pilates Method Association (APMA) and the Pilates Alliance Australasia (PAA). She has studied Pilates with PITC, Polestar as well as the APMA. She has a Diploma in Pilates Professional Practice (PITC), Gyrotonic Level 1 , CoreAlign Level 1, 2 and 3 certification and Certificate IV in Training and Assessment. She is also a trained instructor with the Neuro Studio and has completed their Pilates for Neurological Conditions course on multiple occasions. Carla is also a Level 1 Gyrotonic teacher. She also has a LLB (QUT), M. Soc Sc & Policy (UNSW).
Carla has trained in many mind-body techniques including Aston Technique, Franklin Method, Structural Integration and Yamuna Body Rolling.
Carla regularly writes articles on Pilates, rehabilitation and movement for the APMA and PAA. She runs courses and workshops for movement professionals in Australia, New Zealand, USA, Canada and Spain that are recognised by the PMA, APMA and PAA.
In addition to all of this study Carla holds a Bachelor of Laws from the Queensland University of Technology, Masters in Social Science and Public Policy from the University of New South Wales. She has also been undertaking her Bachelors of Occupational Therapy at the University of Queensland.
Besides being a Level 1 gyrotonic teacher Carla has also completed further gyrotonic training:
// Gyrotonic from an osteopathic perspective
// Gyrotonic application to the shoulder girdle
// Gyrotoner
// Jumping Stretching Board
// Gyrotonic application for breast cancer survivors
// Gyrotonic application for pre and post natal
// Gyrotonic application for scoliosis
In 2014, Carla travelled to Bali for a Gyrotonic rejuvenation retreat lead by Juliu Horvarth, creator of the Gyrotonic Expansion System.
Dr Janet Schloss
Discover Janet’s Story.
Dr Janet Schloss, PhD, PG cert Clin Nut, AdDip HS, Dip Nut, Dip HM, BARM, is a clinical nutritionist and naturopath working in Brisbane who has over 20 years of experience in her field. Janet splits her time between seeing patients in her private practice and conducting research. She completed her PhD at the School of Medicine at the University of Queensland in 2015 and continues to conduct research to help patients and practitioners establish evidence based practices.
Janet is also the clinical trials manager in the office of research at the Endeavour College of Natural Health. In addition, she is a fellow with the International Naturopathic Leadership group through the University of Technology Sydney, Australian Research in Complementary and Integrative Medicine (ARCCIM).
Janet’s main specialty and interest is working with patients who have cancer, autoimmune conditions or chronic diseases, especially those going through traditional treatment. As such she works with a number of oncologists and surgeons as the nutritionist for their cancer patients. Janet has long been involved in research about cancer and nutrition, particularly for individuals going through chemotherapy and radiation. Janet has also worked extensively with clients after their cancer treatment to help with means of reducing the likelihood of metastasis and tumour growth.
As a naturopath, Janet also assisted Henry Osieki in the writing of the book “Cancer a biochemical and nutritional approach”- Edition 1 & 2 (2002 and 2003). She has also written the cancer chapter of “Clinical Naturopathy” by Sarris and Wardle, in addition to numerous other publications. Janet also works with such organisations as the Kim Walters Choice program and the Queensland Cancer Council to give nutritional seminars and advice.
In addition to her naturopathy and nutrition work with cancer patients, autoimmune conditions and chronic illnesses, Janet has extensive experience in working with people dealing with stress and anxiety related problems such as insomnia, tiredness and digestive disorders.
Erin Jones
Movement Collective
Discover Erin’s Story.
- Buff Bones Instructor Certification (2016)
- Women’s Health and Exercise Specialist Certified with the Center for Women’s Fitness (2019)
- Pre-Postnatal Health and Exercise Specialist
- Exercise through Menopause™
- The Center Method for Diastasis Recti Recovery™
- Support Your Floor™
- Rocking and Rolling to Release™
Sarah Egglestone
Pure Pilates Education
Discover Sarah’s Story.
With a teaching career of over 16 years, Sarah is renowned for her attention to detail, high level of service and care. As a Level 4 pilates practitioner with the PAA, for the last 11 years Sarah and her partner, owners of Pure Osteopathy, have worked together closely in helping clients to move past pain and correct faulty movement patterns. Sarah also works closely with Pilates enthusiasts who are pain free and just want a more detailed or sports specific and technical approach to their learning.
After her professional dance career, touring Australia and Europe. Sarah spent much of her early years working with allied health gaining invaluable experience at Pilates studios and clinics in central Melbourne before taking over as owner and director of Pure Pilates Noosa. After 11 amazing years, Sarah’s focus has shifted from business owner to Instructor Training provider (Pure Pilates Education).
Jane Brewer
Train with Jane
Discover Jane’s Story.
Jane has 15 years experience as a PT/Movement Therapist in both Clinical and Fitness environments. Starting in the health industry as a group fitness instructor and personal trainer, Jane began attending Pilates for her own injuries, and discovered there were missing pieces in her understanding of the body, and realised that if she really wanted the best for her clients and her own body, she needed to learn more, and share it with others. Since then Jane has completed training with a variety of different providers, gifting her a variety of perspectives that can be applied at the right place and time.
Jane’s initial pilates certification was with BASI in Australia. Years of working in clinical pilates settings including in physiotherapy and osteopathic settings, Jane realised she needed to learn more about the body and pilates. Jane found Body Organics Education filled in many gaps in her pilates education, whilst still mainting the passion for movement.
Jane teaches the Body Organics Education courses in Cairns in Far North Queensland. Believing in a holistic approach to treatment, she obtained her full certification with the Stott Pilates method in 2005. Since she has had enormous success reducing pain and improving posture while treating her patients with movement and exercises. She has undertaken professional education and training in multiple movement modalities and pilates systems. She has completed her full Body Organics Education Certification to help take her knowledge deeper.
Karel’s passion is rehabilitation through movement and loves to treat neurological conditions as well musculoskeletal pain and disorders such as lower back pain shoulder instability and hips.
In addition to yoga, pilates and bushwalking, Karel has a passion for the sea and has circumnavigated the globe aboard her 16-metre yacht.
Chrystene Carroll
Bodhimaya Pilates Centre
Discover Chrystene’s Story.
Chrystene was first introduced to the Pilates method as a client in the early 90’s. At that time she had no background as a movement professional, but instead had a background working in restaurant, hotel and venue management and music photography and arts. It did not take Chrystene long to recognise the benefits of this form of exercise and very quickly she developed a passion for Pilates as a client. Pilates helped her recover from long term illness and rebuild both her physical and mental strength.
Chrystene started exploring different modules of healing, self help education and meditation and taking on short courses in nutrition, anatomy and physiology, meditation, psychology and therapeutic massage. She became a certified Pilates teacher through the Diploma of Professional Pilates PITC and in 1999 she opened up her own boutique Pilates studio in Bondi, Sydney called Bodhimaya Pilates Center. She specialises in tailor made programs for each client addressing their specific needs.Chrystene is passionate about teaching Pilates and movement and strives to continue the exploration of movement and the health and well being of anyone she is fortunate enough to work with.
To Chrystene it is a necessity to maintain her own physical practice in the method as this supports her compromised immune function and energy. Pilates combined with a healthy lifestyle has always supported her in achieving this. At 66 plus years of age this continues to be her backstop for health and she continues to thrive in her work and constantly looks to educate herself further.
Education and Qualifications
- Diploma of Professional Pilates PITC
- B.A.S.I. Certificate 1 & 2
- Pilates Moves Mat work Certifications Basic, Intermediate and Advanced.
- Pilates Moves Repertoire Certification, all Apparatus
- A.P.M.A. Level 4 Professional Pilates teacher and member
- Professional Certification in Theraputical Massage Therapy
- Diploma of Hospitality Management. ACTE
Continued education over the past 25 plus years includes many short and long courses in; Injury Rehabilitation; Pre and Post Pregnancy; Pilates and MS and living with Neurological conditions, Cancer and Autoimmune Conditions; The Ageing Population; Understanding Neuroanatomy amongst endless short courses and workshops in functional movement and different understandings of application of repertoire for both strength training and rehabilitation.
Elyse MacDonald
Elysium Studio Pilates
Discover Elyse’s Story.
Elyse is the founder of Elysium Studio Pilates and has been practicing Pilates for over 30 years. Introduced to Pilates during her study of Dance at University, Elyse’s passion for Pilates was rekindled 12 years ago following a career ending back injury and an intensive 2 year rehabilitation (consisting solidly of corrective exercises and Pilates). Prior to her injury the highlights of her dance career includes competing at the (Worlds) Cowal Highland Gathering in 2001 in Scotland, working with dancers from the Bangarra Dance Theatre, Australian Ballet School and Graeme Murphy from the Sydney Dance Company.
Elyse has a keen interest in musculoskeletal conditions including shoulder impingements, neck/back sufferers, strength training, pre & postnatal, Myofascial Slings movement classes. Specialties including core stability, prevention & rehabilitation programs for clients and passionate about returning clients to their optimal function. She values the importance of movement therapy to achieve this.
She lives and breathes health, wellness and an active lifestyle. Elyse is the walking talking embodiment of her brand “Elysium Studio Pilates”, specifically chosen for this business, not simply as a play on words but because it embodies “a place or state of perfect happiness”. She feels each and every body can achieve this through Pilates and a healthy lifestyle.
She has a Bachelor of Arts (Dance) – University of Western Sydney, Diploma of Contemporary Pilates & Cert 4 in Mat Pilates through the Australian Pilates Method Association (APMA), Diploma – Myofascial Slings Practitioner (Art of Motion Academy).
Kimi Broadbent
The Pilates Vibe
Discover Kimi’s Story.
Kimi has been teaching Pilates, personal training and movement rehab since 2007 and her passion is to help clients enjoy moving their bodies. Kimi has always loved sport and exercise from a young age. In her mid 20’s she found herself with a broken body from elite netball and Pilates helped her recover from her multiple injuries, including foot fractures, plantar fasciitis, meniscus tears, shoulder hypermobility and two herniated discs.
Kimi has been running her own Pilates studio, the Pilates Vibe, for many years. She is a principal trainer with Pilates Association Australia and was an educator for Polestar Pilates for 10 years before joining Body Organics Education in 2023.
Kimi’s experience and constant curiosity about the Pilates method has provided her with so many different tools to assist clients from all walks of life to move and feel confident in their bodies. She is excited now to be sharing her knowledge and experience through the Body Organics Education Certifications.
Susie Karvelis
South Beach Pilates
Discover Susie’s Story.
Susie started taking Pilates lessons in 1998, was certified by Core Dynamics in 2002 and received her PMA certification in 2007.
Susie had a vision of creating a Pilates studio for the local Miami Beach community that was both welcoming and focused on teaching the joy and benefits of movement, health and fitness through classical Pilates. Now, after over thirteen years of operation, Susie is proud of how the Studio has evolved in accordance with that vision. The Studio is home to several gifted teachers and enjoys a very loyal clientele, as well as a national and international reputation. Susie also enjoys teaching aspiring Pilates teachers, honing the skills of existing teachers, and teaching the “business” side of the profession to Pilates instructors.
Mari Dawson
PureCore Pilates
Discover Mari’s Story.
Mari Dawson is the owner of PureCore Pilates in Norfolk, Virginia, USA. She has been teaching Pilates for 18 years and a teacher trainer for the last 8 years. Her experience has taught her that there is no one way that fits all (bodies). Instead she has created her own path, always looking for tools to get the best outcomes for her clients. With the studio being rehab based, she felt that Body Organics would be the best teacher training program for the future of PureCore Pilates.
Mari discovered the benefits of Pilates in 2004 when she needed help with chronic pain. Being an athlete most of her childhood and teen years she was feeling the toll that takes on bodies, along with birthing 3 children. After 2 sessions she was hooked and quit her job and began working at the Pilates studio.
In 2006, Mari decided to get certified comprehensively and went to study in DC with Physicalmind Institute, and became PMA Certified in 2009. Since then she became a Z Health R-Phase Movement Reeducation Specialist in 2019. Mari has trained in Makarlu Masterclass, Peripheral Neuropathy, Pilates for Seniors, Scoliosis, Golf, Reformer for rehabilitation Professionals, and CoreAlign 1,2,3 among many other courses.
How We Deliver Our Pilates Training
Combine the convenience of online Pilates training with the invaluable benefits of face-to-face instruction. At Body Organics Education®, we offer a comprehensive online Pilates training program that equips you with essential knowledge. However, we recognize the significance of in-person training in developing your teaching, programming, and communication skills required for successful Pilates instruction. Our face-to-face training sessions are carefully designed to provide you with hands-on guidance, fostering your confidence and expertise in delivering the Pilates method effectively. Experience the best of both worlds with our blended learning approach, ensuring you receive a well-rounded and comprehensive Pilates education.
Pilates Manuals
Each online workshop comes with a digital version in PDF format of the training manual. This gives you extra tips and exercise support. Optionally, you can purchase a printed colour copy of the manual by visiting our shop.
Online Prefilmed Pilates Workshops
Body Organics Education® has put together several online training courses that you can access at any time. The workshops range from Foundational, Repertoire and Specialist Courses. View our online training all-courses here.
Live Online or Face-Face Pilates Tutorials
In addition to the online lessons and resource manuals you have the option of joining us for online live group tutorials (see each course for details). You can also book in for private online sessions to delve deeper into your knowledge, by contacting us here.
Our Commonly Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Each course in its description explains how many points are offered by each association. Each association has different rules and sometimes the point count is different.
Your points are allocated on successful completion of the course.
A certificate is generated by the Body Organics Education Learning Management System when you have successfully completed the course.
Once payment has been processed for your particular course you will automatically be logged into the course. You will also receive an email with the additional information for your course. In this email there will be details about what you need to do to successfully complete the course, any time frames and pass marks for your specific course.
You need to contact us at education@bodyorganics.com.au and we will help you through the process. It is important to recognise that it may take us up to 24 hours (Monday to Friday) to respond to your query. If you are in a different time zone to Brisbane, please bear this in mind.
Once we have made contact we will check if there are any technical problems and help you access your purchased course.
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