Reformer Pilates in East Brisbane
Shift Movement Studio is a private, home-based Pilates studio at 12 Biggs St, East Brisbane, run by Jill Trevethan. Equipment classes are capped at four people and use the reformer, the Pilates chair and the Cadillac. A small-group equipment class costs $50 per person and a private session costs $135.
Book onlineCall Jill: 0448 888 492
At a glance
| Studio | Shift Movement Studio, 12 Biggs St, East Brisbane QLD 4169 |
|---|---|
| Instructor | Jill Trevethan - STOTT PILATES trained (Mat, Reformer, Cadillac, Chair, Barrels), 20 years of experience |
| Equipment | 2 reformers, 2 Pilates chairs, 1 Cadillac |
| Class size | Maximum 4 people in an equipment class |
| Session length | 60 minutes |
| Price | $50 per person (small group) - $135 (private) |
| Booking | Online or 0448 888 492 |
What reformer Pilates is
The reformer is a bed-like frame with a sliding carriage, springs, straps and a footbar. The springs add resistance or support, so the same exercise can be made easier or harder for each person. At Shift Movement Studio the reformer is used alongside the Pilates chair and the Cadillac, so a class is not a row of people doing the same routine.
Jill teaches the STOTT PILATES method, which is built on five basic principles: breathing, pelvic placement, rib cage placement, scapular movement and stabilisation, and head and cervical placement (Merrithew).
How classes work here
- Four people at most. Numbers are kept small to allow for attention and programming based on individual needs.
- Mixed equipment. Classes move between the reformer, chair and Cadillac, often with a theme of progression for the class.
- Hands-on coaching. Sessions are adjusted to each person as the class goes.
- Homework. Each programme comes with practice to do between sessions.
Sessions and prices
| Session | People | Length | Price (AUD) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Private session | 1 | 60 min | $135 | In studio or on Zoom |
| Duo session | 2 | 60 min | $67.50 per person | In studio or on Zoom |
| Small-group equipment class | Up to 4 | 60 min | $50 per person | Reformer, chair and Cadillac |
| Foundation Training mat class | Up to 8 | 60 min | $45 drop-in | Bodyweight, small props |
Prices as published by the studio, September 2026.
Studio hours
| Day | Studio hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 6:00am - 11:00am |
| Tuesday | 5:30am - 11:00am and 3:00pm - 7:30pm |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 5:30am - 2:00pm |
| Friday | 5:30am - 12:00pm |
| Saturday | 7:00am - 12:00pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
"Jill's approach and vision has seen a rapid improvement in my posture, freeing up my shoulders and my breathing. Which has helped with my overall movement, breathing and sleeping."
Frequently asked questions
How much does reformer Pilates cost at Shift Movement Studio?
A small-group equipment class is $50 per person. A private session is $135 and a duo session is $67.50 per person. All sessions run for 60 minutes.
How many people are in a class?
Equipment classes are capped at four people. Foundation Training mat classes are capped at eight.
Is it only reformers?
No. The studio has two reformers, two Pilates chairs and a Cadillac, and group classes are mixed-equipment classes that use all three.
I'm new to Pilates. Where do I start?
New clients are asked to call Jill first on 0448 888 492 to talk through the best option.
Who teaches the classes?
All sessions are taught by Jill Trevethan, who is STOTT PILATES trained in Mat, Reformer, Cadillac, Chair and Barrels and has 20 years of teaching experience.
Where is the studio?
Shift Movement Studio is a home-based studio at 12 Biggs St, East Brisbane QLD 4169. Map and contact details.
How do I book?
Book online on the Book a Class page, or call Jill on 0448 888 492. New clients are asked to call Jill first on 0448 888 492 to talk through the best option.
What is the cancellation policy?
Please give at least 24 hours' notice to cancel or reschedule. Sessions cancelled with less than 24 hours' notice are charged in full. Full cancellation policy.
Book onlineCall Jill: 0448 888 492
Related
- Private Pilates sessions
- Pilates for back pain and rehab
- Foundation Training in Brisbane
- About Jill Trevethan
- Find the studio
Sources
- Merrithew. STOTT PILATES Five Basic Principles. www.merrithew.com
- Yamato TP et al. "Pilates for low back pain." Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, 2015. www.cochrane.org

