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Sara Briscoe

Reedy Creek

Summary

Friendly and passionate Pilates Instructor with a Diploma of Professional Pilates bringing 7 years of knowledge to the industry, teaching a wide range of group classes as well as private and semi-private individualised sessions. Delivering high quality classes across Pilates Mat, Mat fusion, TRX, Barre, Reformer and Mixed equipment studio sessions (including Wunda Chair and Cadillac), with a track record of client retention. Teaching people of all ages and abilities and confident in modifying classes to suit individual clients needs on the day.

Dedicated to helping clients achieve their health and wellness goals, and creating a safe, supportive and fun studio environment clients can call home!

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Pilates Instructor

Swaybar Pilates
09.2018 - 02.2025
  • Worked in team-based environment, delivering fun and motivating group Pilates classes for clients of varying fitness levels and abilities.
  • Offered private and semi private Pilates sessions with individualised programs tailored to the needs and goals of each client.
  • Adapted programs to meet the needs of participants offering progressions, regressions and assists.
  • Educated clients on proper form and technique, making adjustments where necessary using verbal and tactile cues.
  • Teaching dynamic and energetic classes to tempo.
  • Relationship building with clients to promote a safe, supportive and inclusive studio environment.
  • Regular cleaning and maintenance of studio equipment.
  • Providing friendly customer service, such as taking client bookings, class attendance, retail sales and promoting additional services.
  • Attended continuing education sessions to maintain current knowledge.

Certified Pilates Instructor

Bell Place Physiotherapy
02.2021 - 04.2022
  • Launched intimate Pilates mixed equipment classes and private 1:1 sessions within a physiotherapy clinic for ongoing rehabilitation and prevention of injury.
  • Collaborated with Physiotherapists to develop and implement injury management plans for clients - focusing on targeted muscle strengthening, improved flexibility, and proper body alignment.
  • Assisted individuals in setting achievable goals and managing realistic expectations - slow and steady.
  • Demonstrated proper form and technique, offering regressions and assists as required.
  • Creative programming, tailored to each individual and their specific injury and goals.
  • Kept facilities and equipment clean and organised.

Education

Diploma of Professional Pilates -

Pilates ITC
Brisbane, QLD
08-2024

Pilates Matwork And Reformer Certification -

Pilates ITC
Brisbane, QLD
11-2019

BootyBarre Instructor Course -

BootyBarre
Brisbane, QLD
10-2019

Skills

  • Pilates instruction
  • Client assessments
  • Modifications & adjustments
  • Relationship building
  • Client retention
  • Excellent communication
  • Equipment maintenance & safety
  • Health and wellness

Timeline

Certified Pilates Instructor

Bell Place Physiotherapy
02.2021 - 04.2022

Certified Pilates Instructor

Swaybar Pilates
09.2018 - 02.2025

Diploma of Professional Pilates -

Pilates ITC

Pilates Matwork And Reformer Certification -

Pilates ITC

BootyBarre Instructor Course -

BootyBarre
Sara Briscoe