I created Vital Wellness Pilates (now Soul Flexible) out of a passion for all things movement – and from a deeply personal place of turning to Pilates myself to recover from injuries and ill health.
Growing up, I competed in both gymnastics and competitive sport, followed by 7 years behind a desk and my body reached a place where it couldn’t keep up.
After trying everything to find relief from my constant back pain, headaches and eventually a shoulder injury, I tried Pilates and I’ve never looked back! After only 8 sessions I saw incredible improvement, and 2 years later, I changed careers and then started my first Pilates business, Vital Wellness Pilates.
I now hold the highest levels of certified Pilates qualifications available in Australia through PITC (as well as 200 hour yoga qualification and meditation certification) and have been teaching mindful movement for over 11 years.
My goal is to help you and anyone needing to experience that same relief, access the benefits that Pilates can offer – to the body and the mind!
If you need to invest in your health to improve your quality of life – I would love to connect with you or see you at my home studio.
With gratitude,
Jodie
Who is Pilates & yoga for?
It can be a little intimidating starting a new movement class – Pilates & yoga in particular. The good news is that both methods are designed to accommodate all fitness levels and you can progress at your own pace, in your own time.
Pilates exercises are designed to target your core as well as providing you with a full body workout. They strengthen and tone your muscles, improving your posture while providing flexibility and balance that unites your mind and body.
Yoga encourages you to slow down, breathe deeply and strengthen your entire body from head to toe by practicing a range of Asanas (yoga postures). You’ll improve your balance both mentally and physically, as well as improve your overall wellbeing.
When you begin Pilates and yoga with us, we take you through the basics first so you can feel confident during class and with your progress. Our classes can be slow paced and, as you get stronger and gain experience, we will pick up the tempo to challenge you.
The benefits of Pilates and yoga can be appreciated by all – from someone who is just starting out, to professional athletes. Mindful movement is truly much more than just an exercise regime.
It's a total mind and body transformation.
“Working with Jodie over several years in group classes and in private sessions continues to be one of the most rewarding choices I made for my physical (and mental) health. Jodie’s teaching style is warm, gentle and encouraging at all times. Her knowledge of the body and of injury management is incredible, and has made me feel so safe and supported through many years of physical ups and downs.”
— Kat Johnson
“I attend group classes at Bakers House. I am not one to stick at exercise as I enjoy walking only! However Jodie is such a good teacher and what makes her even better is that she cares sincerely that we are well and doing exercises correctly. I love Pilates as it relaxes me after being in an emotionally stressful job at times.”
— Jan Warman
“Jodie has created a welcoming environment for all fitness levels at her studio. Jodie really takes the time to get to know you and your body and designs classes to target any problems you may have. She offers progressions to exercises when she thinks you're ready and also provides suggestions for outside the studio to improve my Pilates experience. In the few short months I've been attending classes I've noticed a huge difference in my body.”
— Jess Mathews
Ready to get moving?
The Why Behind It All!
I truly believe that knowing how to move well is the key to a happier and healthier life.
I believe that you don’t have to live in pain and that you have the tools within you to change your health.
Pilates, yoga and your breath makes this possible….. join me and experience it for yourself.