About Pilates Precision
More than Pilates. A place to move, connect and belong.
Boutique classes, a warm community, and movement that supports your whole life. Here since 2004.
Meet your founder
A bit about me, Carmel Lui
I began Pilates in 2003, training with the Pilates Institute of Australasia under Alan Menezes, and launched Pilates Precision in 2004 with community classes in Mt Gravatt, Coorparoo and Carina.
In 2009 I gained my Reformer certification with Studio Pilates International, then taught for nearly five years at a physiotherapy practice before opening my own Reformer studio in 2014.
In 2016 my partner and I sailed our yacht, FARRFLYER, through 30 countries before coming home to Brisbane. These days I help people care for their bodies, keeping strength and wellbeing in balance.
Carmel
Your first class is with me.
The studio
Not your average Pilates class
We run a diverse range of workouts using specialised equipment across two studio rooms, so your sessions are always engaging and never repetitive. Each 55-minute class is built to strengthen, stabilise and mobilise your body for real-world movement.
The studio is air-conditioned and sits near the Brisbane River and the Gateway Bridge, with ample parking and a café downstairs for after class.
We believe Pilates should be as much about joy and connection as it is about movement. Whether you’re here to build mobility, ease into strength, or enjoy the company of like-minded people, you’ll find a place that feels like home.
Joy. Connection. Movement.
Our community is supportive, kind and full of positive energy. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced mover, you’ll be guided and encouraged every step of the way.
Progressive
Every class builds on the last, so you keep moving forward.
Performance
Precise technique, with every movement checked.
Positive
A warm, encouraging room. Never intimidating.
Personalised
No more than eight people, so every exercise suits your body.
“I believe happiness comes from a healthy body, good food, good company and being surrounded by nature.” Carmel
Your instructors
Qualified, passionate and dedicated to your goals. Our instructors tailor every session to suit all ages, fitness levels and body types. Many of our members are referred by their physiotherapists for ongoing support and functional movement training.
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Studio ownerCarmel Lui
Classical ballet background and fitness instructor, teaching Pilates for over 20 years. Her art is a full-body workout with variety and balance, taught in a positive, caring and personalised way.
InstructorDaniella Brito-Fernandez
An extensive dance background in many styles. Daniella’s teaching is professional and precise, with a beautiful energy that lifts and supports you every class.
InstructorTheresa Kulik
A classical ballet background and 20 years of practising Pilates. Extensive knowledge of anatomy and human movement, and very kind in how she guides you.
InstructorCathy Peglas
A lifelong love of human movement, and teaching Pilates full-time for over 10 years. Her goal is to help every client move with confidence, strength and joy.
Lisa Angel
Lisa joined Pilates Precision this year and has built a lovely Thursday morning class. You’ll find her on Thursdays at 9am.
Clean, tidy and small class numbers where you feel comfortable and relaxed. Having never done Pilates before, Carmel has been excellent in teaching me the correct way.Tiffany Goldsmith · Google review
Going from a newbie to a regular was so seamless … I felt welcome from when I first stepped into the door.Ghislaine Ashley · Google review
I was really nervous to start pilates and had put it off for years, but Carmel is really lovely, supportive and explains things really well.Lisa Meagher · Google review
It is a small, personalised, welcoming space. I always walk out with a smile on my face.Belinda Jacobsen · Google review
The studio is not intimidating and you are made to feel part of the family with genuine care.William A Forsythe · Google review
Carmel is such a professional, kind and encouraging instructor. She always pushes me to do my best, and I can really feel how much stronger I’ve gotten since I started.Eloise Ko · Google review
You won't find anyone who teaches pilates better than Carmel for any experience level. She's also one of the kindest people you could meet, although she'll push you when needed.Jacinta Bingham · Google review
From the very first day, I was warmly welcomed and all the instructors I had are incredible. The atmosphere is fantastic, very friendly, supportive, and motivating.Diana Abreu · Google review
The classes are small and personal, so you get plenty of individual attention. … No two classes are ever the same, which keeps me challenged and engaged every time.Anna De Luca · Google review
The classes are small, fun, and cater for all ages and abilities. I was encouraged by friends to join, and now I am recommending Precision pilates to everyone!Sharon Bluett · Google review
Carmel is the friendliest and loveliest instructor making everyone in the studio love going. She is talented, professional and caring. I love the reformer classes.Jacquie Dwyer · Google review
Myself and my husband Aaron, have had the pleasure of knowing Carmel for over 10 years. We stumbled upon her floor class in 2009 and it transformed the both of us. Years of competitive, contact sport had left us both with poor backs but within weeks of attending Carmel's class, our bad backs were a distant memory. 3 children later, we are now fortunate enough to take a private class with Carmel once a week and it's the support we both need to maintain our busy, active lives. Carmel - you are the most amazing instructor and we consider you a friend. You are the ONLY pilates instructor we would ever recommend!Lorelle Hillman
Highly recommended!!! We have regular classes with Carmel and Daniella and they are both amazing! My wife's back pain essentially disappeared in 2 months! Thanks ladies!Brian Biu
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