classes

  • Our signature style of reformer pilates focuses on full-body strength training and mobility. Classes are pilates-inspired with a modern twist, incorporating modern movement science and adhering to current global standards of exercise prescription.

    We have a modern and progressive reformer pilates style, incorporating progressive overload and working in specific strength training rep ranges so you get the results you are after.

    We work hard to ensure our pilates studio is a welcoming and inclusive environment where we love helping legends of all abilities. We have a damn good time, work hard but don’t take fitness too seriously, and are unapologetically ourselves.

  • Firstly, welcome! We want to make sure you feel comfortable, and we work hard to create a welcoming and inclusive studio environment for everyone. We recommend starting with our entry level reformer class, FUNDAMENTALS, to familiarise you with the reformer machine and our basic movement patterns. Our trainers will be right by your side to make you feel supported and comfortable. You are always welcome to take everything at your own pace and exercises can be modified at ease by our trainers. If you prefer a private or semi-private with a mate before jumping into a class, we can arrange that too!

  • Our studio offers a 'non-contact' booking system that allows you to easily book and cancel classes and purchase memberships and class packs.

    To book your first class,

    1. Download the ‘momence’ app.

    2. Search 'CLUTCH Reformer Pilates' as your host.

    3. Click the icon on the top left of the screen. navigate to the 'memberships' then select ‘Intro Offer’. (please note: intro offer is subject to availability/capacity at the time. if the intro offer is not available at the time, you are still able to purchase a drop in class) .

    4. Book your classes! Note that our peak class times do fill up quickly, so ensure that you do book in advance in order to get your preferred class times

    Our booking system is also integrated into our website.

    You can book your classes up to 30 days in advance.

  • We recommend 3 or 4 reformer pilates classes per week for regulars on alternate days, and 2 classes/week for entry level clients as they build their strength up to the open level classes. Our reformer pilates classes are programmed to be full body strength training, which requires a 48 hour recovery period between your next session to give your muscles the chance to recover and to get the most effective strength improvements.

    Everybody is different, so it is important to do what feels good for you and what your body responds best to.

  • Our reformer pilates classes are 45 minutes long. Please arrive 5 minutes prior to class if you are a regular, and 10-15 minutes prior if it is your first time.

  • We have 10 legends in every Clutch reformer pilates class. The perfect class size to ensure you get the one on one attention required whilst maintaining a group fitness session and providing an affordable price point.

  • If you have been to the studio before, please arrive 5 minutes prior to class. If you are late, your spot may be given to someone on the waitlist.

    If you are new to the Queenstown reformer pilates studio and reformer pilates in general, please arrive 10-15 minutes prior to class so your trainer can familiarize you with the reformer, check your vaccination certificate, check in with any injuries and answer any burning questions you might have.

  • Our class cancellation window is 12 hours for the morning classes, and 6 hours for the lunch & evening classes.

    If you need to cancel class, please try do so before these cut offs, so your spot can automatically be given to someone else.

    If you cancel within the 12 hours (AM), or 6 hours (PM), you will not receive your credit back for the class. If you cancel before these windows, you will receive that class credit back and be able to book another class with that credit.

    It is important that you continue to respect our cancellation windows, however if 'life happens' and you can no longer make class, you can now use our late cancel function and cancel class within the class cancellation window. You will forfeit your class credit, however will be able to open up the spot to someone on the waitlist!

    If you are on the waitlist, you may get put into the class up to 60 minutes before the class start time, so it is important that you remove yourself from the waitlist also if your plans change.

    As part of our good vibes community we hope you can understand why we need to have these cancellation policies in place.

  • Please wear stretchy and comfortable clothing that allows you to move with ease. Socks are to be worn during the class for hygiene reasons. We recommend grippy socks so they do not feel slippery as you move on the reformer. These can be purchased in the studio prior to class if you wish.

    We are an environmentally conscious studio and don’t provide plastic cups, so bring your own water bottle.

  • We sure do!

  • If you are injured in a way that affects your normal movement significantly, we recommend clearance from an allied health professional before commencing class.

    If your injury is acute (red/hot/swollen) or recently post-op we also recommend clearance from a health professional before commencing class.

    Chronic pain - associated with more long term injuries - usually responds very well to exercise and the global guidelines that we follow recommend maintaining as close to normal activity levels as possible.

    Our trainers are experienced, trained by the best in the industry, and trained to work with a wide variety of injuries and pain conditions. Let your trainer know before class and they will look after you.

  • Congratulations! If you’ve been cleared to exercise by your doctor, you can absolutely join our group classes. Our highly trained teachers adhere to the current global standards of prenatal guidelines. All classes can be easily modified to support you, we want you to trust your body and only do what feels right on the day. BYO baby bump and let’s get you moving.

  • General exercise can be resumed after pregnancy however it should be done gradually because of the normal de-conditioning in the initial postpartum period. Generally, gradual exercise may begin 6 weeks after a vaginal delivery or 10 weeks after a cesarean section delivery. We require all members to receive medical clearance before returning or starting reformer pilates classes and ask that all post natal women attend a 1:1 session once cleared by their healthcare provider. In this session we aim to address any specific considerations or concerns you may have before transitioning you into group classes.

  • Absolutely. We have both private and semi-private reformer pilates options available if you do not wish to attend group classes.

  • Hell no! We ensure that everyone is warmly welcomed into the studio, reformer pilates is for everyone and every age.

bookings

  • Our studio offers a 'non-contact' booking system that allows you to easily book and cancel classes and purchase memberships and class packs.

    To book your first class,

    1. Download the ‘momence’ app.

    2. Search 'CLUTCH Reformer Pilates' as your host.

    3. Click the icon on the top left of the screen. navigate to the 'memberships' then select ‘Intro Offer’. (please note: intro offer is subject to availability/capacity at the time. if the intro offer is not available at the time, you are still able to purchase a drop in class) .

    4. Book your classes! Note that our peak class times do fill up quickly, so ensure that you do book in advance in order to get your preferred class times

    Our booking system is also integrated into our website.

    You can book your classes up to 30 days in advance.

  • Membership and Class Packs: If you need to cancel your space in the class you can do so using our App or our website. It is also important that you remove yourself from the waitlist if you can no longer make it to class, as you may get put into class off the waitlist up to 60minutes before the class start time.

    We ask that you be mindful of our cancellations policy to ensure that everyone has inclusive access to classes and the studio. As part of our good vibes community we hope you can understand why we need to have these cancellation policies in place.

    Casual drop in classes: You are able to cancel and re-book a drop in class within 2 weeks of purchasing. The same cancellation windows apply to drop in classes.

  • Class Cancellation Windows:

    AM classes - 12 hours

    PM classes - 6 hours (including lunchtime).

    If you need to cancel class, please do so before these cut offs, so your spot can be given to someone else.

    If you cancel within the 12 hours (AM), or 6 hours (PM), you will not receive your credit back for the class. if you cancel before these windows, you will receive that class credit back and be able to book another class with that credit.

    It is important that you continue to respect our cancellation windows, however if 'life happens' and you can no longer make class, you can use our late cancel function and cancel class within the class cancellation window. You will forfeit your class credit, however will be able to open up the spot to someone on the waitlist.

    If you are on the waitlist, you may get put into the class up to 60 minutes before the class start time, so it is important that you remove yourself from the waitlist also if your plans change.

    As part of our good vibes community we hope you can understand why we need to have these cancellation policies in place.

  • Always use the waitlist! If your preferred class is full, jump on the waitlist, there is a very high chance you will get in! This also lets us know where we need to add more classes.

    It is important to remember that you may get bumped into class from the waitlist up to 60minutes before the class start time.

    You will be notified via email and push notification on the App if you get moved off the waitlist and into the class. Your credit will only be taken if you make it into the class, not if you remain on the waitlist.

  • We want you to get the most out of your workout and we want as little disruption to the class as possible, so we are strict about our late arrival policy. More than 3 minutes late for your class and you will lose your spot and may incur a late cancel charge and/or forfeit the session.

  • Your workout is our priority. Unfortunately, this doesn’t include child-minding at this time.

first time?

  • Firstly, welcome! We want to make sure you feel comfortable, and we work hard to create a welcoming and inclusive studio environment for everyone. We recommend starting with our entry level reformer class, FUNDAMENTALS, to familiarise you with the reformer machine and basic movement patterns. Our trainers will be right by your side to make you feel supported and comfortable. You are always welcome to take everything at your own pace and exercises can be modified at ease by our trainers.

    If you prefer a private or semi-private with a mate or family member before jumping into a class, we can arrange that too!

  • Firstly, wear something stretchy and comfortable that you can move in with ease. Please wear socks, bring a bottle of water (we have a refill station) and also a towel if you wish. Arrive 10 minutes early to your first class so your trainer can familiarize you with the reformer, check your vaccination certificate, check in with any injuries and answer any burning questions you might have.

  • We recommend 3-4 classes per week for regulars on alternate days, and 2 classes/week for entry level clients as they build their strength up to the open level classes. Our classes are programmed to be full body strength training, which requires a 48 hour recovery period between your next session to give your muscles the chance to recover and to get the most effective strength improvements.

  • Grab our intro offer! $60 for 3 classes, valid for 10 days from date of first booking. Subject to availability.