I’m a dedicated Pilates person. I just love it.

An accident in a yoga class left me with badly damaged ligaments in my lower back. I was unable to bend forward and in serious pain. Simple household chores were impossible to do, and my artwork stopped. Brushing my Labrador was out of the question. After 3 months of musculoskeletal treatments, my chiropractor referred me to Peter to do Pilates.

That was 2 years ago. The transformation has been quite remarkable. My injury continues to heal and my entire body is much stronger. More importantly I have my mobility back and my dog gets brushed.

Pilates is a fun and very effective form of exercise. It is a total body workout. I recommend it for “every body”, especially if you have an injury.

Jean Henry, Artist

About 15 years ago, I developed a chronic lower back problem caused by worn lumbar discs. In 1998, I had an episode that was so severe that I thought I would end up in a wheel-chair. After trying various therapies, I eventually decided that self-help was the only way forward. I read an article about Pilates and soon started attending the world-renowned Body Control Pilates centre, run by Gordon Thomson in London (Gordon has published several popular books on Pilates with Lynne Robinson). The exercises became an integral part of my daily routine and within six weeks I was able to resume my favourite sport of mountain biking, an extreme sport.

Five years ago, I moved to Australia with my family. Although it is possible to maintain a routine at home, Pilates is more than just a series of exercises – it also about learning new skills. I needed to find a good teacher in Brisbane if I was to maintain motivation and continue developing my abilities. However, I was cautious about signing up with anyone who was not fully qualified. At that time, there were very few Pilates studios in Brisbane , but one day I drove past the Pilates on McGregor sign and took a note of the phone number.

I have now been attending classes with Peter White for about three years. The patronage of the rich and famous such Madonna, John Cleese and Sarah Ferguson, Duchess of York, and many film, TV and sports identities may have made Pilates very fashionable, but you will find no such airs and graces in his studio. Peter is an excellent teacher with a very down-to-earth and accessible style.

I have recently started attending matwork classes with my 13-year-old son. Being in a class with other people, all working at the same skill learning level, gives a nice sense of community.

I have no hesitation in recommending Pilates on McGregor. In my opinion, it is probably the best Pilates studio in Brisbane .

Paul Heymans
IT Consultant & Web Site designer.

Before I started Pilates I had suffered chronic back pain for several years. My mobility was extremely limited. It affected my work as I couldn’t sit for any length of time.

I certainly couldn’t enjoy any outdoor lifestyle doing the things I love.

Pilates changed my life.

It’s made me stronger, more flexible and made an enormous difference to my back.

I can do a full weeks work sitting at my desk without fear of repercussion, and I can go on camping holidays again.

Sian Jamisyn, Senior Policy Advisor

When I started Pilates I was affected by overworked muscles in my upper back and shoulder area that contributed to severe migraines. After three years of regular apparatus and mat classes I can honestly say I am no longer a migraine sufferer. As well, my posture and overall body strength have improved. Peter is a caring and understanding instructor, who has encouraged me to work beyond habitual postural limits caused by scoliosis, lack of fitness and the pain of a past injury.

Margaret Harley, Project Manager

After a childhood accident horse riding, I suffered chronic back pain most of my life.

My osteopath sent me to see Peter to see if Pilates would help.

Three months later, when I walked backed into her office she couldn’t believe the transformation. I stood tall and straight and walked with a freedom she had never seen. And I wasn’t in constant pain.

Pilates was the difference and Peter is a very attentive, competent and considerate instructor. I have no hesitation in recommending him to anyone who wants or needs to do Pilates

Heather Brown, Journalist and Horse Stud Breeder