About our Pilates Studio, Townsville
Step inside our bright and spacious 12-bed reformer studio, equipped with the stunning Align-Pilates C8-Raven Reformers — including one extra-special custom pink Align-Pilates C8-Raven reformer, proudly supporting the National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF) Australia.
Every Friday, our “Pink Reformer” is dedicated to fundraising. When a client chooses to use this reformer, we donate 100% of their revenue directly to the NBCF. At the end of each month, those contributions are tallied and donated to help fund vital breast cancer research and support services.
Facilities & Amenities
We want every visit to be as comfortable and convenient as possible. Our studio offers:
Ample free parking in the open lot directly outside the studio.
A welcoming reception and waiting area to relax before or after your class.
12 cubicles inside the studio for storing personal belongings.
Shared bathroom, shower, and baby change facilities located right next door. These amenities are available exclusively to customers of the retail precinct and remain locked to the general public for safety and cleanliness.
While we offer a range of supportive amenities, please note that we do not have a crèche or childcare facilities on site.
What To Expect
Please arrive 10 minutes early for your first class so our team can show you around and explain the settings on your reformer.
Your instructor will guide you through the session and help you get comfortable with the equipment.
We keep class sizes small (12 reformers total), so you’ll always get personal attention and support.
Expect a mix of strength, balance, and mobility work — leaving you feeling energised, centred, and strong.
If you’re new to Pilates, you can join our open-level classes, or you have the option of booking into our Reformer Foundations class, where we explain how our reformers work & take you through some common movements so that you are fully confident when joining an open-level group class.
What To Bring
Grip socks – For hygiene and safety, grip socks are required for all reformer classes.
Water bottle – Staying hydrated is key to getting the most out of your session.
Towel – Please bring a towel (or 2!).
A positive mindset – No matter your experience level, we’ll meet you where you are!
Locally owned. Proudly independent.
Pilates Studio, Townsville
Our Mission
We’re here to help you move confidently, feel stronger, and live with less pain. Through expert-led Pilates, we empower you to embrace your body’s resilience and enjoy better health every day.
Our Values
Holistic Support – Caring for the whole person, not just the body.
Genuine Connection – Building trust through strong relationships.
Strength & Resilience – Helping clients feel stronger and more capable every day.
Evidence-Based Practice – Grounded in science, guided by results.
Empowerment Through Movement – Encouraging confidence through daily motion.
Our Vision
To support everyday wellbeing by making movement a part of daily life — helping you ease pain, reduce stress, and feel empowered to reach your personal goals.
"Your overall health may not be a predictor of injury or illness but it is certainly a predictor of recovery"
- Luan Cochrane
About Luan
Hi, my name is Luan. I’m a mother, wife, Pilates instructor, and cancer survivor.
With a Certificate IV in Pilates Matwork & Reformer and a Diploma of Clinical Pilates, I am passionate about making a meaningful difference in people’s lives through movement. I specialise in helping people rebuild strength, confidence and function — particularly those managing chronic conditions, injuries, or returning to exercise after time away.
My approach combines personalised support with evidence-based Pilates to help reduce pain, improve movement, and restore confidence in your body so you can get back to living your best life.
Join me for your next movement experience, and together we’ll Explore the Movement.
Meet Our Team
Luan
Founder & Clinical Pilates Instructor | Supporting you to move better, feel stronger, and live with confidence.
With a background in group Matwork and Reformer Pilates and a Diploma of Clinical Pilates, Luan is passionate about helping people move with strength and confidence.
Drawing on evidence-based Pilates principles, she focuses on improving movement quality, reducing pain, and building resilience in the body — whether you are managing an injury, returning to exercise, or simply looking to move and feel better.
No matter where you are in your journey, Luan’s supportive coaching style will help you achieve real, meaningful results.
Brendan
Pilates Instructor & Endurance Coach | Helping you build strong foundations so your body moves well for life.
Brendan is a husband to Luan (founder of Explore The Movement Pilates) and proud dad to Jayde.
By day, Brendan works as an Integrated Communications Specialist. Outside of work he coaches triathletes of all levels and now teaches Pilates at Explore The Movement Pilates.
Brendan has represented Australia at three Triathlon World Championships and has completed six full Ironmans along with many other endurance events. While his background is rooted in endurance sport, his approach to Pilates focuses on something much simpler: helping people move well for life.
In class you can expect clear coaching, practical guidance and a focus on functional strength that supports everyday life — helping you move with confidence, mitigate injury risk, and feel stronger in your body.
Mel
Pilates Instructor | Creating supportive classes that help you build strength and confidence in your movement.
Mel is a partner, mother and Pilates instructor who began her movement journey more than ten years ago. What started as a way to build strength quickly became a passion for the confidence, community and personal growth that Pilates can create.
After experiencing these benefits herself, Mel completed her Certificate in Pilates Matwork & Reformer and turned her love for movement into a career.
Mel enjoys helping people feel stronger and more confident in their bodies, supporting clients at every stage of their movement journey in a welcoming and encouraging environment.
Emily
Pilates Instructor | Bringing strength, mobility and movement awareness inspired by a circus background.
Emily has a background as a circus coach and performer, bringing a unique perspective to movement and body awareness. She discovered Pilates in 2025 and quickly developed a passion for its ability to build strength, control and confidence.
Emily’s approach is supportive and encouraging, with an emphasis on moving well, feeling strong, and building confidence in your body — no matter your starting point.
Outside the studio, Emily enjoys adventure and staying active outdoors.
Dalise
Pilates Instructor | Guiding you to build strength, confidence, and connection through mindful movement.
Dalise brings a warm, thoughtful, and encouraging approach to every class. With a background in communications and a natural passion for teaching, her journey into Pilates began after pregnancy through a desire for more aligned, intentional movement. What started as personal restoration has grown into a deep commitment to helping others feel strong, capable, and at home in their bodies.
As a certified Reformer Pilates instructor, Dalise values intentional movement, clear guidance, and creating a supportive space where every client feels welcome — from the Pilates princess to the beast mode babe. Her classes focus on building strength, improving balance and control, and developing body awareness so you can move with confidence both in and out of the studio.
Sarah
Pilates Instructor & Nurse | Helping you move safely, challenge yourself and have fun along the way.
Sarah is a Pilates instructor and nurse with a background in dance, bringing her knowledge of movement, health and wellbeing into every class she teaches.
Sarah loves keeping you on your toes — both physically and metaphorically! Her classes are varied, engaging and just a little unpredictable. Just when you think you know what the next layer might be, there could be a twist waiting for you.
Above all, Sarah wants you to feel comfortable moving at your own level while encouraging you to discover what your body is capable of. Her bright, bubbly and friendly personality creates a welcoming environment where you can move, challenge yourself and have some fun along the way.
Sarah’s goal is simple: for you to leave every class feeling welcomed, accomplished and with a smile on your face.
What Sets Us Apart
At Explore The Movement Pilates - Pilates studio, Townsville - we’re proud to do things a little differently.
Independently Owned & Operated
We’re not part of a franchise — and that’s something we value deeply. Our independence allows us to stay true to our philosophy of connection, care, and quality movement. Every class and every client matters here.
Personalised & Instructor-Led Programming
Each of our instructors develops their own unique programming for their sessions — no templated workouts, no TV screens. Every class is thoughtfully designed and fully instructed from start to finish.
Our approach is Contrology-inspired, honouring the original Pilates repertoire developed by Joseph Pilates himself.
Pilates that meets you where you are
Our group Reformer classes are intentionally all-levels — we don’t separate classes into beginner, intermediate or advanced. Through thoughtful programming, exercise variations and progressions, everyone moves through the class together while working at a level that feels right for their body.
Whether you’re new to Reformer, an experienced mover, returning to exercise, pregnant, or simply looking to build strength and move with greater confidence, our instructors will help you find the right challenge for you.
Everybody rides together — just in their own way.
Authentic Care & Communication
We genuinely care about our clients — from the moment you make contact to your ongoing experience in the studio. Every message and email is personally answered because great customer service isn’t just a promise here — it’s our standard.
Inclusive for Pre- & Post-Natal Clients
We proudly welcome healthy pre- and post-natal clients at any stage of their journey. Unlike many franchised studios with blanket restrictions (aka made-up rules), we take an informed, individualised approach — ensuring you can move safely and confidently. We align our programming with the established standards from both the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) and the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG).
We celebrate your milestones
Every class counts — and we think your commitment deserves to be celebrated! Your visits are automatically tracked through our app, and as you reach key milestones, there’s a little something from us to recognise your achievement.
50 Classes — Custom Explore the Movement Pilates Reformer Mat
100 Classes — Custom YETI Water Bottle
200 Classes — Exclusive 200 Club Tee or Tank
It’s our way of saying thank you for showing up, putting in the work, and being part of our community.
Our Story
"Your overall health may not be a predictor of injury or illness but it is certainly a predictor of recovery"
- Luan Cochrane
Get in touch
luan@explorethemovementpilates.com.au
0434 350 260
P O Box 7833, Garbutt Qld 4814
Location
Fairfield & Co, 4/5 Darcy Drive, Idalia Qld 4811
Reformer Pilates Townsville
