Empower Studio
FitRight Empower Studio is a mixed level class including strength, cardio and balance exercises, with a focus on bone health and pelvic health. Expect to use equipment such as kettle bells, dumbbells, steps and resistance bands.
$296 for an 8-week course
(8 classes at $37 per class)
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These 50 minute classes are suitable for all women (>6 months after giving birth) and are great for those managing pelvic health issues, who enjoy resistance-style exercise and the dynamic of a larger group.
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Max of 10 participants per class, exercises individualised as required
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Mid-course and casual enrolments will become available after the first class (if places are available). Casual class $42. Midcourse enrolment for 6 or 7 weeks $37 per class.
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Classes attended are Private health fund rebatable
Week of 11th January (Course 1)
Week of 8th March (Course 2)
Week of 3rd May (Course 3)
Week of 28th June (Course 4)
Week of 23rd August (Course 5)
Week of 18th October (Course 6)
Please note that an initial assessment with a physiotherapist is pre-requisite.
How it Works
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Select the class option that suits you below.
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See above for the next 8 week course and search for that date to book the full course. If it’s mid way through a course click on the midcourse product or dates that you’d like for casual bookings
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Ensure you have an initial assessment booked with a physiotherapist before or soon after your first class
Book your Empower Studio class online
Frequently Asked Questions
Empower Studio is designed for women across a range of life stages - from more than six months post-birth through to mature women - who want to build strength, improve fitness and support their bone and pelvic health.
It's suitable for women of all fitness levels and is particularly beneficial for women going through perimenopause and menopause, as well as those wanting to maintain their strength, balance, fitness and bone health as they age.
If you're more than six months post-birth and ready to return to or progress your strength and fitness, Empower Studio can be a great option.
Empower Studio is a larger group class of up to 10 women that combines strength, cardio and balance exercises in a supportive and social class environment. Classes follow a structured format, with your physiotherapist providing different exercise options and modifying exercises where needed to suit your fitness level and individual needs. It's a great choice if you enjoy the energy and motivation of exercising in a larger group while still having the reassurance of a physiotherapist-led class.
Empower Strength Circuit is a smaller group of up to 5 women, allowing for more individual attention and guidance from your physiotherapist. The circuit format uses a wider variety of equipment, including the reformer, Wunda chair, kettlebells and dumbbells, with exercises progressed according to your strength, ability and goals.
Both classes are designed to help women build strength, improve fitness and support bone and pelvic health. If you prefer a more social, larger group environment, Empower Studio may be the better fit. If you enjoy a smaller class with more individual guidance and access to specialised equipment, Empower Strength Circuit may suit you better.
Not sure which one to choose? Your physiotherapist can discuss both options with you during your initial assessment and recommend the class that best suits your needs and goals.
Babies and children do not usually attend these classes.
If you need to bring your baby or child as a one off case, you are welcome to, but please be aware that no volunteers are available to assist you in these classes.
Not at all. Our exercise classes are designed for women across a range of fitness levels and exercise experience. Whether you're new to exercise, returning after a break, or already regularly active, we'll help you find a class that's appropriate for you.
You don't need to be fit or strong before you start. Your physiotherapist will guide you through the exercises and can modify the weight, resistance, repetitions or difficulty to suit your current ability. As you become stronger and more confident, your exercises can be progressed to continue challenging you.
Your initial assessment allows us to understand your exercise history, goals and any health concerns and recommend the class that's right for you.
Yes. Having pelvic floor symptoms, an injury or another physical concern doesn't necessarily mean you need to avoid exercise or group classes.
Our classes are led by physiotherapists who understand women's health and can modify exercises to suit your individual needs. Your physiotherapist can adjust the exercise, resistance, range of movement or intensity to help you exercise safely and confidently while working towards your goals.
During your initial assessment, we'll discuss your symptoms, injury or health concerns and determine whether a group class is appropriate for you. We may recommend specific modifications or exercises for you to use during the class.
For some women, particularly those with more complex or significant symptoms, an acute injury or who require closer individual supervision, Clinical Exercise may be a better starting point. This provides a more personalised exercise program in a smaller setting, with exercises specifically tailored to your needs.
The goal isn't to stop you exercising - it's to find the right type and level of exercise for you and help you progress from there.
Please bring a water bottle to classes – keeping hydrated is important!
Wearing comfortable clothing such as leggings/shorts and a t-shirt are ideal to wear. You can wear bare feet, socks or exercise shoes.
Studio Classes
- Your own exercise mat (if you have one) or a towel to put down over a supplied mat
- For Baby&Me and Toddler&Me classes please bring your baby them in a pram so that the volunteers can easily assist in caring for your child. Please also bring toys for your toddler to play with
Circuit Classes
- A small towel to place on exercise equipment
- Socks to wear on equipment - grip socks are preferred and are available for purchase
Your initial assessment helps us make sure you’re starting with the right type and level of exercise for your body, goals and current stage of life. It gives your physiotherapist the opportunity to understand your health and exercise history, discuss any concerns or symptoms you may have, and identify anything that may need to be considered when exercising.
Your physiotherapist will then recommend the most appropriate class for you and provide guidance on how exercises can be modified to suit your individual needs. This is particularly important if you are pregnant, recently had a baby, are returning to exercise after a break, have pelvic floor concerns, pain or an injury, or are experiencing changes through perimenopause or menopause.
It also means you can start your classes feeling confident that the exercises are appropriate for you and that you know how to get the most out of them.
Your assessment is about getting to know you and making sure your exercise program is right for you.
Most private health funds cover physiotherapist led exercise classes if you have Physiotherapy extras cover. The rebate amount and annual limit depend on your individual policy.
Find out more information including which health fund codes are used here.
Please note that health fund receipts will be sent to class participants at the end of the 8 week course. Classes that have not been attended cannot be claimed.
No referral is required - you can book directly into our classes. You will receive your private health fund receipt at the end of each course.
Yes, where places are available. We also offer casual classes, so you don't necessarily have to wait for the next course to begin.
We expect that most women miss at least one class in the 8 week course - sickness, holidays, and life in general get in the way!
We offer participants the option to reschedule 1 class per course to another day/time if there are spaces available. You can use your make up class for any class type - Studio, Circuit, Restore, however this must be completed within the 8 week course.
We will try our best to accommodate all requests, depending on availability.
Yes, casual classes are available where places allow. Your initial assessment is still required before attending.