KIDS PILATES CLASSES IN ESSENDON

Do you find it hard to keep your kids active?
Is getting them off technology a daily battle?
Would they love to feel stronger or improve their sporting performance?

Our Kids Pilates classes are a fantastic way to help children build strength, stay active, and improve their focus – all in a fun and supportive group environment! Classes are run by an Accredited Exercise Physiologist and are designed to support development across multiple areas – physical, cognitive, emotional, sensory, and even language.

Why Pilates for Kids?

Pilates focuses heavily on core (trunk) strength, which plays a key role in your child’s daily function. A weak trunk can make it harder for kids to sit upright, maintain balance, concentrate in school, and excel in sports.

Did you know? A child with poor trunk control may fidget more, struggle to sit still, or have difficulty focusing – which can affect learning, emotional regulation, and social interaction.

Can Pilates Help with Language? Absolutely.

Some kids communicate better through movement than words. Our Pilates sessions encourage participation, expression, and following instructions – all of which support:

• Sequencing tasks

• Language processing

• Word association

• Social confidence

Many speech therapists also note a connection between weak core strength and delays in communication.

Why Choose Pilates Over Weights for Strength?

Pilates is safe, effective, and fun! Unlike traditional weight training (which many parents are hesitant about), Pilates uses body-weight movements and resistance exercises to build strength, flexibility, and coordination – without needing a ball or being in a competitive team.

Program Details:

• For children aged 4+ years

• Open to all abilities and health conditions*

• First class is free – no out-of-pocket expense!

• Eligible for Private Health Insurance and NDIS funding

• Classes include fun exercises that build balance, coordination, and core strength

Pre-screening is required to ensure the program is suitable for your child.

Let your child explore their strength, boost their focus, and move their body in a way that feels good and builds confidence – all while having fun and making new friends.