​I've never done Pilates. Can I join?  Of course! Any of our beginner classes and matwork classes are perfect for you! Which class should I start with? Any of our beginner reformer or matwork classes are a perfect starting point, to learn the fundamental pilates exercises.  What's the difference between Reformer and Matwork? Reformer Pilates uses a specialised piece of equipment with springs, straps and a moving carriage to add resistance and support. It can help build strength, improve stability and challenge your body in different ways. The springs can also make certain movements more accessible for beginners. Matwork Pilates uses your body weight, a mat and small props such as balls, bands and weights. It focuses on core strength, control, mobility and body awareness, with an emphasis on moving well and connecting with your breath. Both are effective — they just offer a different way to move. At The Mat Life, our classes are designed to meet you where you’re at, whether you’re brand new to Pilates or have been moving for years. What if I'm not very fit or flexible? That's why you are here! We all start somewhere! We will meet you where you are at in your fitness journey.  YOUR FIRST VISIT What should I wear? Activewear if you have it or clothes that allow you to move freely. We would recommend tying long hair up and avoiding any overly flowy clothing for safety purposes Do I need grip socks? Yes, for hygiene and safety we recommend wearing grip socks. We sell these in studio for $17 or you are welcome to bring your own  What should I bring? Grip socks, towel (not required but your preference), water, we provide mats for our matwork classes however you are welcome to bring your own if you prefer.  How early should I arrive? 10 minutes prior to your class commencing so your trainer can run you through how to use the equipment and screen for injuries

Can I do Pilates while pregnant? Yes, unless you have been advised otherwise. Pilates is a great way to continue moving whilst pregnant! We do highly recommend also attending a women's health physio appointment whilst pregnant they would be able to tailor your fitness program for you whilst pregnant as everyone is different. What about postpartum? Yes, unless you have been advised otherwise. We do ask you to wait for clearance at your 6 week check up. We strongly recommend attending an appointment with a Women's Health Physio for a thorough postnatal check.  Can I exercise with an injury? This will be dependent on the extent of an injury whilst, in acute stages of an injury we would always recommend seeking medical or physio advise prior to returning to exercise. If you are in pain due to an injury we would recommend not coming to class until the pain has subsided. If you are recovery from an injury and gave been cleared to exercise, we are happy to modify our classes for you, we also have lots of experience working with physios to assist ion your return to exercise.  Can exercises be modified for me? As per above, yes depending on the extent of your injury. We will assess this on a case by case basis. Some injuries may require a private session prior to commencing or returning to group classes so we can assess your movement and teach modifications necessary.

What's your cancellation policy? Classes must be cancelled 9 hours prior to the start of a class to retain your class credit or avoid a late cancellation charge. Classes cancelled within this time period will incur either a loss of class credit for class pack holders or a $20 late cancellation fee for membership holders. No shows will also incur a $20 no show fee.  ​ What happens if I miss a class? If you miss a class and haven't cancelled through the app you will incur a $20 no show fee.  ​ How do memberships work? Our Unlimited Membership is $75 per week. $75 will be charged to your nominated account or card each week. You can cancel this membership after 3 months. You can pause your membership for up to 3 months once per year. ​ Do you have an intro offer? Yes, our current opening intro offer for Glenbrook is 2 weeks unlimited classes for $60.  Do I need grip socks? Yes, for hygiene and safety we recommend wearing grip socks. We sell these in studio for $17 or you are welcome to bring your own  What should I bring? Grip socks, towel (not required but your preference), water, we provide mats for our matwork classes however you are welcome to bring your own if you prefer.  How early should I arrive? 10 minutes prior to your class commencing so your trainer can run you through how to use the equipment and screen for injuries

What makes The Mat Life different? We want to bring the joy back to movement, we aren't about aesthetics, we are about moving well for life! Additionally, we place a big emphasis on community! We celebrate each others wins and milestones, you will never feel alone when you step foot in a TML studio!   How big are your classes? Our Glenbrook studio services holds 9 reformers and 8 mats.  Do you offer community events?  Yes, we have monthly member meet ups across both studios. We do something different each month and its a great opportunity to build connections across the two locations. Join our facebook group for all updates.  Is The Mat Life suitable for beginners? Yes! We are passionate about getting you moving whatever life stage you are in!