Current Committee Projects

Current Committee Projects

Project Last UpdatedCurrent StatusResponsible Person
Reinstatement of health fund rebates for Pilates10/02/2026

Discussions with Health Funds and their Associations are bringing clarity to their anticipated Provider requirements (more information). Work is under way to incorporate these into our Membership System prior to the launch date of 1 April 2026.

Robyn Rix, Sharan Simmons, Kerry Haywood
Monthly Masterclasses10/02/2026

A program to bring our members together every month. This PAA community-based initiative values inclusivity, encouragement, movement and fun.


Registration is available on the event pages in the Events section of the Membership website – sign in before buying your ticket.

See the updated calendar for masterclasses and workshops in 2026.


Email info@pilates.org.au to suggest a presenter or would like to present a class yourself.


6 FebruaryTristan KirkThe Loaded Chair
10 AprilTracey NicholsonBody Rolling for Tension
8 MayJen Guest1 1/2hr Workshop: The ‘how to’ with our Bendy friends
Sharan Simmons
Podcast and Media28/11/2025

New podcast: Meet Kimberley Garlick, PAA Committee Member


Click to listen and see the full list of podcasts


We also have also recently moved the Pilates Science podcast, and the Why Pilates? podcast onto their own pages on the PAA website.

Bruce Hildebrand
Member Benefits25/07/2025

We’re pleased to introduce OfferingTree as a new PAA member benefit — an all-in-one platform built for Pilates professionals. From scheduling and payments to websites and marketing, OfferingTree simplifies your business so you can focus on teaching. PAA members receive 50% off the first 3 months or 15% off the first year, plus a free trial to get started.


Check out the Member Benefits page HERE to see all the special partner offers available to members.

Karen Goh, Kerry Haywood
Membership Admin System10/10/2024

The new Membership System was launched on 18 September 2024 and feedback from members has been overwhelmingly positive. A big thank you to everyone who has logged in and started exploring! Only a few small issues have been identified and these were addressed as soon as they were reported - happily they’ve all been small ones!


Please follow these instructions if it is your first time signing in to the new system.


Now they have an active system to work with, an external company is busy developing the new instructor directory with a view to launching in the next week or two.

Kerry Haywood, Sharan Simmons, Robyn Rix
Education10/10/2024

The Education Committee continues to liaise with Training Providers assessing their courses for PAA approval.

The PAA Education committee are pleased to announce that Balanced Body Comprehensive Course has been approved as recognised instructor training. There are Balanced Body course providers in NSW, SA and WA. Course graduates are eligible for PAA Studio Instructor membership.


The PAA CCC are key to promoting and encouraging rigorous comprehensive training that involves adequate work experience.


We continue to encourage TP’s to bring training standards to the highest possible level, whilst providing potential student teachers or Pilates clients more information on the Pilates training options and pathways available.

Lisa Jackson, Sharan Simmons
PAA Annual General Meeting10/10/2024The PAA AGM was held on 20 September 2024:

  • President's report is available here

  • A Special Resolution was passed to update the constitution. Details can be found in the President’s report

  • We welcome new committee members Olga Tamara and Arwen McCutcheon


Robyn Rix
New Phone System24/04/2024

A new phone system was introduced to PAA staff, functioning on Zoom software (VOIP). Our new numbers are:


Membership: 0485 901 833


Support: 0485 901 834

Kerry Haywood
Mentoring Program06/02/2024

The structure for a formal Mentoring program for members was recently agreed to by the committee. A proposal is currently being finalised to consider remuneration and PDPs to be associated with the program.

Donna Oliver