Melissa Jones

"My first pilates session was at 11 years of age, at The Australian Ballet School to help with knee pain and alignment."

Pilates quickly became a part of my warm up routine, preparing my body for dance and crucial in rehabilitation from injuries, which have included stress fractures, bulged discs, SIJ and rotator cuff injuries. I am fascinated with anatomy, unraveling movement patterns within the body. I am known for my attention to detail and calm approach to pilates. I have spent years in the studio researching differing somatic practices, incorporating this knowledge into my sessions.

I gained a Diploma in Professional Pilates Instruction (PITC) and a Bachelor of Dance, Honours (Victorian College of the Arts). I've enjoyed an extensive career as a professional dancer and teacher. recently performing in Melbourne's Dance Massive Festival (dancing on a skateboard), straight off the back of Opera Australia's ‘The Ring Cycle’.

My clients include professional dancers, circus artists, athletes, Australian Ballet School and VCA students, fellow pilates instructors and people from all walks of life. In 2016-2017 I was also a faculty member at National Pilates Training as a Student Clinic Supervisor and Assessor, mentoring future Pilates instructors.

An active member of Pilates Alliance Australasia, I regularly attend international movement research workshops. Recently to NYC with Julliard conditioning coach Irene Dowd.

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