OUR STUDIO

At CGM we offer you a place to escape, a place to challenge your body and energise your mind. Centrally located in the hub of Maroochydore, it is our pleasure to provide you with professional Pilates and Yoga instruction, and state of the art wellness services right in the heart of the Sunshine Coast.

All equipment, including Allegro II reformers, Manduka Pro mats and all props for Pilates and Yoga classes is provided, so you can travel light.

Compliment your movement with our unique wellness services including massage and infrared sauna. Our massage and sauna facilities offer the ultimate in health and wellness experiences on the Sunshine Coast.

Our team is here to offer you guidance and help your body reach its full potential.

Sunshine Coast Pilates and Yoga

We care about our footprint and proudly support local

With a clear vision for the studio, owners Colina and Chris Morrison have created a space that is proudly environmentally friendly.

Where possible, the studio fit-out is built from local and ethically produced items, from the hand-made reclaimed timber furniture to the 100% VOC free paint on the walls and recycled toilet paper!

Our high performance, Manduka pro mats and props are made with zero waste and contain no toxic PVC, no latex, no phthalates, no heavy metals, so you can practice safely without fear of allergic reactions or toxins entering the body.

At CGM Pilates we endeavour to reduce our ecological footprint for a better, more sustainable future.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY

We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of this land where we create, work and live, the Gubbi Gubbi (Kabi Kabi) people. We acknowledge their spiritual, cultural belonging and recognise their continuing connection to land, waters and culture. We pay our respects to their Elders past, present and emerging.

Our team

Colina Morrison

PILATES & YOGA INSTRUCTOR, STUDIO CO- FOUNDER

Colina's experience and passion for Pilates began as a teenager when she was introduced to Pilates to compliment her training as a professional dancer. She went on to use Pilates to maintain her strength and flexibility during her 10 year career as a professional dancer and was fortunate enough to travel the world performing in stage shows, circuses and in film and television.

Colina has a Diploma in Professional Pilates instruction with Pilates ITC and has completed her BASI Global Comprehensive Teacher training, and her Studio Pilates certification. She is also a 200hr certified Yoga Instructor and holds a Diploma in Remedial Massage, a Diploma in Dance and a Certificate IV in Fitness. With over a decade of teaching experience, you know you'll be in good hands. Colina's classes will challenge your entire body whilst focusing on core strengthening, lengthening, alignment, and improved mobility.

Chris Morrison

PILATES & YOGA INSRUCTOR, STUDIO CO-FOUNDER

Chris is a certified Studio Pilates Instructor, and 250hr Yoga Instructor. From a very young age Chris learned about the benefits of healthy, strong, movement while training as a gymnast. After meeting his wife Colina over a decade ago he embarked on his Pilates journey.

Chris has a passion for Pilates, surfing, yoga and health. He is continually investing in his own personal development and expanding his knowledge of the human body.

Chris loves working with people and gets a real kick out of watching CGM clients develop their mind body connection. He believes cultivating synergy between movement and breath is fundamental to improving body awareness and quality of life.

Marissa Cumming

PILATES INSTRUCTOR

Marissa is a certified Studio Pilates Instructor and Accredited Exercise Physiologist with a passion for helping her clients achieve their goals. After years of experience in the health and fitness industry Marissa added Pilates to her repertoire and loves the benefits that Pilates brings to her clients.

With a Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science, a Masters in Exercise Physiology plus a Certificate III and IV in Fitness/personal training, you are good in hands with Marissa.

Marissa's classes are fun and challenging and you will leave her class knowing you have worked your body to it's full potential.

Celia Day

PILATES & YOGA INSTRUCTOR

Celia has a Diploma in Studio Pilates through Pilates ITC, her Studio Pilates Mat and Reformer certifications and is a qualified 200hr yoga teacher- having trained in both Australia and Guatemala. She is also a practising Registered Nurse and is currently studying to become a certified Health Coach.

Celia is extremely passionate about providing holistic healthcare, advocating the importance of balancing ones physical, social and emotional health. Knowing not one person or body is the same she emphasises the importance of applying this to all her practices.

Her classes focus on correct alignment and technique ensuring you will get the most out of your experience.

Bringing experience, fun and care, Celia will make you feel nurtured and have your entire body working.

Christine McDaniel

YOGA INSTRUCTOR

With over a decade of teaching experience, Christine is a dedicated yoga practitioner with an attraction towards Eastern philosophy, Five Element Theory and creative expression through movement. She has found the potency of the yoga practice amongst life's fluctuations with the ability to steady the mind, reground the body and enliven the heart.

Christine's classes are informative and considered, weaving together aspects of strength and softness. With her sincere and gentle presence, she aims to provide students with the ability to sense overlooked subtleties and practice deep listening. As a result, students can recognise and honour the edge where they feel mentally and physically challenged, while still finding balance and ease.

Ali Hayes

PILATES INSTRUCTOR

Ali has an immense love for movement herself which has evolved into undertaking her 200hr yoga teacher training and reformer Pilates certification with Polestar Pilates. As well as instructing Pilates, Ali has shared her passion for movement as a volunteer running guide for visually impaired athletes.
Alongside full-time work as an Environmental Scientist, instructing reformer classes is her passion project driven by her love for movement and desire for others to feel empowered
within themselves. Ali is committed to helping clients realise their potential and to nurture new body and mind experiences while celebrating movement, having fun and building
community.
You’ll see Ali alongside you in classes or can experience her fun and cheerful style in the reformer studio.

Lisa Welch

YOGA INSTRUCTOR

Since completing a degree in Sport Science in 1991 Lisa has never looked back and has spent her entire career teaching movement. 

 

Being a lifetime meditator and soul-seeker, yoga was the natural intersection between movement, mindfulness and soul nourishment, and yoga teacher training called.

She has a lot of experience teaching movement from a biomechanics, anatomical and physiological perspective, but she encourages a deeper experience of self-awareness in all of her offerings. And, it's here that she brings to the table more than just movement.

At the youthful age of 55, Lisa is blessed to have worked with so many people over the years in various capacities, and uses a wonderful vast array of modalities. Without doubt, it is life itself that shapes her yoga classes to become a mindful exploration of what it is to be human at every level.

Freya Barret

YOGA INSTRUCTOR

Freya is a dedicated and passionate yoga teacher whose love for body awareness and fluidity is at the core of her teaching philosophy. With years of experience and a deep understanding of the transformative power of yoga, Freya strives to guide students on a journey of self discovery. 

You can expect a balanced blend of strength-building, flexibility and relaxation. Whether your a beginner or experienced she creates an inclusive space for all levels

Alexis Handel

YOGA INSTRUCTOR

Alexis has felt the positive influence that Yoga has had on her own life, and is passionate about sharing the practice of yoga with others. She enjoys seeing the positive impact it has on her students emotional, mental, spiritual, and physical bodies.

Alexis has a degree in biological science, and a passion for living a healthy, holistic, balanced life. 

 

Her Dynamic Vinyasa class will challenge you to focus, and to develop strength and discipline.

Lexi Garland

PHYSIOTHERAPIST & CLINICAL PILATES INSTRUCTOR

Lexi is a Senior Physiotherapist with over 12 years experience, working in areas of musculoskeletal, sports Physio, chronic pain management, Women's Health, neurological conditions and athletic development.

When Lexi completed her Physiotherapy degree she intuitively knew she needed to study the Pilates method to better help her clients with their journey to recovery and wellness. She went on to complete numerous Pilates courses over the years, before completing a Diploma in Rehabilitation Pilates through Polestar Pilates in 2018.

Lexi enjoys the innovative, exciting and effective approach that Pilates can bring to her clients whether they are recovering from injury or simply looking to improve health and wellbeing.

Remedial massage Maroochydore

Jordan Myles

REMEDIAL MASSAGE TERAPIST

Jordan is a skilled and compassionate remedial massage therapist dedicated to the holistic healing of both the body and mind. With a deep understanding of the human anatomy and extensive training in various massage techniques, Jordan provides personalised treatments tailored to individual needs. Where appropriate, Jordan incorporates dry needling, a technique that targets trigger points and muscular imbalances to promote healing and alleviate pain.

Committed to ongoing professional development, Jordan stays up-to-date with the latest advancements in remedial massage therapy and mental health practices. Jordan's passion for healing, combined with a comprehensive approach to wellness, enables clients to experience not only physical relief but also mental and emotional transformation.

Kelly-boySTUDIO PUPKelly-boy loves his belly rubs and is available for puppy therapy.

Kelly-boy

STUDIO PUP

Kelly-boy loves his belly rubs and is available for puppy therapy before or after class. His favourite working day is Saturday where you’ll find him in the studio with owner Chris.