Simply message or call me, Gillian, on 0422 975 784. 

We'll arrange a time for your initial session. I'll message you two forms that need to be filled out prior to your initial session so that I have the information I need to serve you properly. Payment will also be due prior to your initial session.

That all depends on what you want out of your sessions and what your circumstances allow. Most clients come once per week to work on their fitness, have technique checked and corrected, progress exercises for their homework programs, exercise with friends, have time out for themselves. Others come up to three times per week so they have accountability, can make quicker progress, and get insight into their technique. It's also possible to come less often and work on your homework exercises between sessions. Your schedule can change over time. 

Yes! Share your session time with up to two friends if you want to train together, and you split the cost.

When you train with others in the same session we can't possibly cover foundational exercises as thoroughly as during private sessions because they are so detailed and I need more time to help you understand how to make the corrections needed. We will cover some foundational work, but 

I would highly recommend an initial private session so you can make quicker progress and have more understanding before or soon after starting sessions with others. I offer a reduced price 60 minute add on single private session for those enrolled in shared sessions, at $75 instead of $90. This way you can receive a program of progression exercises to work on at home, and we can really get to the bottom of issues that are either private or will block your progress.

BSc. Hons specialising in anatomy and physiology; Fitness Cert 3 & 4; specialist fitness qualifications for exercise during pregnancy, post natal, peri-post menopause, breast cancer, hysterectomy: Pregnancy & Post Natal Corrective Exercise Specialist.

New Leaf Studio is located at 93 Ridge Street, Lawson. It is a separate building at my home, right inside the gate, and is very private for your comfort. 

For those doing private sessions I provide a program of progression exercises to be done between sessions. This is especially important and detailed in the beginning when you are likely to be making detailed, mindful corrections to your movement patterns. As you progress the types of exercises in your program change. 

Payment is into my bank account, or cash.

Sessions are offered in packs of 10 for $750. 

For your peace-of-mind, I am happy to accept payment for your initial session, $90. If you find that you would like to continue training with me you would then pay the balance owing, $660, prior to the next session.

Yes, one session is $90. 

If you intend to come to me for more than one session, a pack of 10 is much more cost effective, at $75/session. While you can gain some awareness with one session, you will certainly need a minimum 10 sessions to make substantial progress.

If you want to pay only for an initial session to make sure we're a good fit, that's totally fine. You can pay the balance owing prior to your second session if you choose to continue.

Absolutely, if you want to lift heavy we can get you there, but we need to make sure your foundations are solid before loading them heavy. In other words, we need to be confident that your deep core is properly balanced and showing up for the work you are doing, that your movement patterns are good. Then we'll start progressing the weight. And you'll make real progress rather than furthering compensations that don't serve your body in the long run.

Nope! We can get you moving however you like. If you reach a point of wanting to lift weights then you'll have prepared a fabulous set of skills to do so.

Yes. The change of hormone levels means that now you need to train in a way that provides the same health stimuli to that body that is no longer delivered by hormones. We need to stimulate bone density, muscle growth and power, brain health, metabolic health, influence glucose metabolism, and more. There are research-proven exercise methods that are very effective including tailored heavy (for you) lifting, very short interval training for cardio (<30 seconds), plyometric moves, mobility and relaxation techniques. We work on all of these.

Likely! Exercise is considered an important component of cancer recovery. It depends on your individual circumstances and what your health care team recommend. I send you a detailed form to fill out before starting so that I have all the information I need to serve you properly. Your doctor can also contact me with any questions.

All sessions are specifically tailored to your situation, strength, energy level, and more. I very carefully and gradually progress exercise difficulty, looking for any signs of lymphedema, making sure you are moving well, recovering well, feeling well during and after each session.

Besides strength and other benefits of exercise, we work on minimising negative effects of scars and treatment on your posture and mobility.  

You need to have a doctor's clearance for exercise before I can work with you. 

I would recommend 12 weeks or later after giving birth. 

Exercise during any point in a regular pregnancy does not increase risk of miscarriage or other problems. You can start when you like, and exercise right up until birth of your baby/babies.

Before starting you will fill out two detailed forms for me, plus have your doctor fill out a pregnancy-specific form that gets returned to me prior to your initial session. These will give me all the info needed to serve you properly.

There are some issues during pregnancy that may be discovered by your doctor that mean I can't train you. This is covered on the form for you and your doctor.

Yes! Learning to move strongly whilst having proper core and pelvic floor function is so very important. This will reduce your risk of prolapse, incontinence, surgical failure, etc. Very empowering.

Most likely. There are so many factors that can be worked on to "heal" a diastasis, including breathing pattern and muscle tension,  abdominal pressure control, abdominal muscle group dominance/weakness, correcting and strengthening movement patterns, and more.