Curious about Mat Pilates and what it might look like for you as a regular practice? Not sure where to start or what to expect? Look no further, Mysa Studio has you covered.
Mat Pilates might be exactly where your wellness journey begins!
Despite its simplicity, Mat Pilates is accessible, effective and requires nothing more than a mat and a willingness to show up.
A regular Mat Pilates practice can quietly change the way you move, feel and carry yourself through life and at Mysa Studio in Manning, South Perth, our Mat Pilates Classes are designed for every body. If you’re brand new to movement, returning after some time away or looking to compliment what you’re already doing, we’ll have a class for you.
What Is Mat Pilates?
Mat Pilates is a floor-based practice rooted in the original Pilates method developed by Joseph Pilates in the early 20th century. Before the Reformer became the icon we know and love in the modern Pilates world, Mat Pilates was where it all began.
Using your own bodyweight, Mat Pilates focuses on building strength and stability from the inside out. Targeting deep core muscles that support the spine, which will help to improve your posture and alignment. The mind-muscle connection that is built on the Pilates Mat will carry into everything you do beyond the Studio, increasing not only mobility but confidence as well.
It is a low-impact, highly adaptable and suitable for all fitness levels with no prior experience required to get started.
What to Expect in Your First Mat Pilates Class at Mysa Studio
It can be a daunting feeling, walking into a new class for the first time, even if you’ve been to the Studio before. We know that, which is why we strive to make it as easy as possible for you to get started.
Here’s what to expect from a typical Mat Pilates Class:
→ Arrival: Aim to get to the Studio 5–10 minutes early so you can meet your instructor and settle into the space. If you’re working with any injuries or have a question, this is the perfect time to chat with your instructor before class begins.
→ Warm-Up: The class will start with your instructor easing you into movement, connecting breath and body, while checking in with your posture and preparing you for the work ahead.
→ Steady Flow: Mat Pilates classes are paced intentionally. You’ll move through a sequence of exercises that are layered and build on each other, always with an emphasis on the quality of movement, not the quantity, and always with the option to take off a layer or add on a layer depending on where you’re at.
→ Modifications: Every exercise can be adapted to suit where your body is on the day. Our instructors will always offer options so you’re always working at the level that feels best for you, not the person next to you.
→ Closing Stretch: Class will close with time to stretch, breathe and cool down before you continue on with your day.
Most people leave a Mat Pilates class feeling taller, calmer and a little more connected to themselves than when they stepped through the door. It’s one of the feelings that keeps people coming back again and again.
The Benefits of a Regular Mat Pilates Practice
This is one of those movement practices that is quietly doing a lot more than you expect.
A Regular Practice Can Offer:
→ Deep core strength: Mat Pilates targets the stabilising muscles that support your spine and pelvis. These muscles are often overlooked, but when engaged properly can improve posture, reduce risk of injury and improve everyday quality of life.
→ Improved posture and alignment: If you spend long hours at a desk, in the car or on your feet, you’ll likely notice that there are imbalances in how you hold yourself. The body awareness that is developed during a regular Mat Pilates practice can give you tools to correct them. It’s not just about form in class, but in every day life as well.
→ Mobility and flexibility: When we integrate strength and flexibility in our Mat Pilates practice, we begin to feel more free, less stiff and move with greater ease and control.
→ Nervous system support: Mat Pilates is a breath-led practice that naturally helps us focus our attention inward, slow down, pay attention and be present. This is a form of rest for a busy mind, even if we’re working hard in class.
→ Accessibility: One of the greatest benefits of Mat Pilates is that it’s available to you anytime, anywhere. The foundational movements you learn in class can be practiced at home, while travelling or wherever life takes you. Over time, your Mat will become your studio!
How Mat Pilates Can Complement the Rest of Your Life
The surprising part is, it isn’t just a workout. It’s a practice that lends itself to everything else you do, while giving you the confidence and grounding to try new things with new found ease.
If you run, swim, strength train, play sport or simply want to feel better in your body from day to day, the body awareness and breath control you develop on the mat will show up everywhere you go.
It also pairs beautifully with other movement practices such as Reformer Pilates, Yoga and Barre. Many of our members enjoy a balanced routine that moves between the different class styles.
Using the foundational techniques you learn on the mat can help you refine your technique, deepen your understanding of the Pilates principles and help make your Reformer Pilates practice more effective.
And for those who are navigating a season of stress or burnout, that mat becomes a reliable place to return to. Consistent, gentle and always there when you need it.
Is Mat Pilates Right for You?
If any of the following sound familiar, then the answer is probably yes:
→ You’re curious about Pilates but unsure where to start
→ You want a low-impact form of movement that still offers a challenge
→ You’re returning to exercise after an injury, pregnancy or a long break
→ You work at a desk or on your feet all day and feel the imbalances in your body
→ You want to build a practice that supports your overall wellbeing not just your fitness
Mat Pilates meets you exactly where you are, and at Mysa Studio, so do we.
Mat Pilates Classes in Manning, South Perth
Our Mat Pilates classes run throughout the week. With options across different times, and levels so you can find a class that fits your needs, your schedule and where you are in your practice.
Classes are kept small so you’ll always receive individual attention and guidance from your instructor. At Mysa, no one gets lost in the back row!
Are you new to the studio?
Try our intro offer and get Unlimited Access for 14 days to our full class schedule for $50.
Click here to view our class schedule
📍 Mysa Studio — 6/9 Bradshaw Crescent, Manning WA 6152
Not sure which class to start with, or have a question? Send us an email at hello@mysastudio.com.au and we’ll help you!
We can’t wait to see you on the mat.
– Mysa Studio
