Steph Neal is a Physiotherapist, Pilates Instructor, and founder of The Pilates HQ App with 15+ years’ experience.

Starting with 'Beyond The Burn: Building Strength, Not Just Endurance, in Pilates', discover how to create classes that develop real strength, helping clients move beyond simply chasing the burn.

Her second incredible workshop 'Designing Reformer Classes for Stronger Aging Adults', is where you will learn practical strategies to confidently program engaging, effective Reformer classes that support strength, longevity, and independence as clients age.

We’re excited to welcome Kira-Leigh Rule to The Pilates Expo New Zealand!

With years of experience educating Pilates professionals both locally and internationally, Kira-Leigh brings a wealth of practical knowledge to her teaching.

ANATOMY ACADEMY: INJURY MODIFICATION TRAINING

Build confidence adapting Pilates exercises for common injuries while deepening your understanding of anatomy in practice.

This practical workshop will help you make informed programming decisions and develop strategies to keep clients moving safely and effectively.

We’re excited to welcome Kim West to The Pilates Expo New Zealand!

CONTROLOGY MEETS CONTEMPORARY: MAT EDITION

Discover practical ways to bring traditional Mat work into contemporary Pilates classes while maintaining the pace and flow your clients love.

Kim will explore how classical and contemporary approaches can work together to build strength, control, mobility and overall movement capacity.

We’re excited to welcome Abbey Parsons to The Pilates Expo New Zealand!

Abbey brings a practical and considered approach to Pilates education, helping instructors build confidence, precision and a deeper understanding of movement.

TAME YOUR TEASER: BREAK IT DOWN. BUILD IT UP.

Whether refining your own practice or expanding your teaching toolkit, this workshop will help you approach the Teaser with greater precision, control and confidence.

We’re excited to welcome Sam Sales to The Pilates Expo New Zealand!

Sam is the creator of Reformer Yin, Senior Teacher Trainer for Barre Body and Head Teacher at Bende Studios in Byron Bay. 

REFORMER YIN

Discover a unique approach that blends the philosophy of Yin Yoga with the Pilates Reformer to create space for restoration, connection and deeper body awareness.

This workshop offers a fresh perspective on the Reformer, giving you practical inspiration to bring a more restorative approach to movement and teaching.

We’re excited to welcome Carla Mullins to The Pilates Expo New Zealand!

With over two decades of experience, Carla is a respected Pilates educator known for blending traditional techniques with contemporary insights and a holistic approach to movement.

TURNING THE COLD SHOULDER

Explore the complexities of the shoulder and develop a deeper understanding of how to support and work with this area of the body through movement.

This practical workshop will provide valuable insights and strategies you can take back into your Pilates teaching.

We’re excited to welcome Helen Stamatakos to The Pilates Expo New Zealand!

Helen will be presenting two workshops:

UNILATERAL MOVES, UNIVERSAL GAINS

Explore the power of unilateral movement and discover practical strategies to improve strength, control and movement efficiency.

PILATES FOR ATHLETES

Discover how Pilates can support athletic performance, with practical applications designed to enhance movement, strength and performance.

We’re thrilled to welcome Katie Agnew to The Pilates Expo New Zealand!

REFORMER ON THE MAT

Take the Reformer away — can you still find the work?

In this practical workshop, Katie explores how the principles, shapes and connections of the Classical Reformer can be translated onto the Mat. Using the body’s own resistance, you’ll discover creative ways to deepen understanding, improve control and explore the connections throughout the Pilates system.

We’re excited to welcome Susan Nash to The Pilates Expo New Zealand!

WORKING WELL WITH HYPERMOBILE BODIES

In this practical workshop, Sue will explore how Pilates teachers can better support hypermobile clients through effective cueing, communication and movement modifications.

Using imagery, questioning, props, tactile cues and joint-specific strategies, you’ll gain practical tools to take straight into the studio and greater confidence working with hypermobile bodies.

We’re excited to welcome Laíza Lima to The Pilates Expo New Zealand!

A Romana’s Pilates Instructor Trainer with 24 years of Pilates teaching experience, Laíza keeps the original method at the heart of her work.

THE ART OF READING THE BODY

Explore how Romana’s Pilates uses precise observation, sequencing and progression to meet the individual needs of each client, from Mat to apparatus.

This workshop will help you sharpen your teaching eye, deepen your understanding of the Classical method and take practical insights back into your own teaching.