Movement Lab Phillip Island

Movement Lab Phillip Island Move with understanding.

Combining Contemporary Pilates and Strength & Conditioning with education and specialised programming, Movement Lab empowers you to move well and build lasting strength, awareness, and confidence.

✨ THIS SUNDAY | 10:30 AM ✨
Sound Healing & Guided Meditation with Kerryn SlaterStart your Sunday with an opportunity to ...
13/08/2026

✨ THIS SUNDAY | 10:30 AM ✨

Sound Healing & Guided Meditation with Kerryn Slater

Start your Sunday with an opportunity to slow down, settle your nervous system, and restore.

Kerryn returns to Movement Lab, weaving beautiful harmonic soundscapes with deeply restful guided meditation to create a spacious hour of stillness, listening, and renewal.

🧘‍♀️ Sunday | 10:30 AM

💫 $35
📍
🎟️ Book: DM us or book directly at www.movementlabpi.au

Movement Lab
1/74 Chapel Street, Cowes


Come as you are. Leave a little more rested. 🌿

04/08/2026

Have you ever been told to "breathe" during an exercise, but never really understood why?

In this tutorial, Maja isn't just teaching a chest lift. She's helping us understand how to use breath to manage pressure before we even start moving.

If you've ever leaked when you cough, felt pressure down during exercise, or been told to "engage your core" without really knowing what that means, this is where we start.

Breath isn't something we add to an exercise. It's the foundation.

Once you understand how to manage pressure, everything else becomes easier. You move with more control, your core and pelvic floor can do their job more effectively, and you stop relying on cues that don't actually make sense to you.

This is what you'll experience at Movement Lab and Pilates Lab.

We don't just teach exercises. We teach you how your body works.

You'll never be left wondering why you're doing something. We coach, explain, adjust and help you understand your body so you leave each class feeling more confident than when you walked in.

We're movement nerds, and we love teaching this stuff. But what matters most is helping you feel stronger, more capable and more confident in your own body.

𝐃𝐢𝐝 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐤𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐰𝐞 𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐓𝐖𝐎 𝐬𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐢𝐨𝐬?

At Movement Lab on Chapel Street, you can join us for small group:
• Strength & Conditioning
• Matwork Pilates
• Classical Pilates
• Recovery classes

Just around the corner at Pilates Lab, Maja offers:
• Studio & Reformer Pilates
• Small group Mat & Tower Pilates
• Therapeutic Pilates - Duets and Semi Private

Curious to get started? Send us a message, we'd love to welcome you.

28/07/2026

People often come to see us at Movement Lab convinced they have weak glutes because they only ever feel their lower back.

Most of the time, their glutes aren't the problem.

We often see the ribcage pushed forward, the lower back arched, the pelvis tipped forward, and the toes lifting or gripping the floor.

Why does that matter?
Because joint position dictates muscle function.

If your ribcage is sitting out in front of your pelvis, your body has to find another way to keep you balanced.

Instead of staying stacked and letting your sit bones drop towards the floor, you tip forward, arch through your lower back and grip or lift your toes.

That toe lift or gripping creates tension up the inner legs and the front line of the body and into the pelvic floor, and makes it much harder for your glutes to do their job of lengthening as you drop down, then contracting and extending the hips as you stand back up.

You might have been given a whole list of glute strengthening or activation exercises, but if your joints aren't in a position where your glutes can work well, they're unlikely to solve the problem.

Before we worry about strengthening a muscle, we want to put the joints in a position where the muscles have he best chance of working.

That's why you'll often hear Maja and I coaching your ribcage (and breath), pelvis and feet before we ever tell you to "squeeze your glutes."

Change the position, and the ability to feel the right muscles usually changes with it.

Is this your experience with squats and hinges?

All our classes at Movement Lab help you to build a really strong foundation of breath, joint position (the stack) and being able to manage pressure so that the right muscles are firing and your low back can take a break!

Send us a message if you'd like to come and experience the difference in your body.

Zoe and Maja

Welcome to our little studio. A calm, welcoming space  where you can build strength, improve your movement, and feel sup...
18/07/2026

Welcome to our little studio.

A calm, welcoming space where you can build strength, improve your movement, and feel supported every step of the way.

We offer both Pilates and Strength & Conditioning because they each play an important role in helping you move and feel your best.

With small group classes and experienced coaching, you'll never feel like just another number. You'll be guided, encouraged, and challenged at a pace that works for you.

If you've been looking for something different, something that feels more personal, more supportive, and more tailored to your body, we'd love to welcome you to class.

Send us a message. We'd love to help you get started.

𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐢𝐟 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐞𝐱𝐞𝐫𝐜𝐢𝐬𝐞 𝐜𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐬 𝐟𝐞𝐥𝐭 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐥𝐢𝐤𝐞 𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐜𝐨𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠?At Movement Lab, we offer both Pilates and Strength & Condi...
14/07/2026

𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐢𝐟 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐞𝐱𝐞𝐫𝐜𝐢𝐬𝐞 𝐜𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐬 𝐟𝐞𝐥𝐭 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐥𝐢𝐤𝐞 𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐜𝐨𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠?

At Movement Lab, we offer both Pilates and Strength & Conditioning because they each have a different role to play in helping you move better.

Whether you're just starting or returning to exercise, managing pain and instability, or wanting to build strength, you'll receive the kind of coaching in our small group sessions that's usually reserved for one-on-one.

If you're looking for an evening class option, we've got you covered.

𝗠𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟲𝗽𝗺
Women's Strength & Conditioning with Zoe
Beginners welcome.
Restorative strength training in a small group setting. You'll learn to lift, squat, hinge, carry and move with confidence.

𝗪𝗲𝗱𝗻𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟲𝗽𝗺
Low Impact Matwork Pilates with Maja
Beginners welcome.
Perfect if you're new to Pilates and want to build core strength and awareness with a more supportive approach.

𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟱𝗽𝗺
Classical Matwork Pilates with Chris
For those with previous movement experience (not suitable for beginners).

𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗱𝗼𝗻'𝘁 𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝘄𝗮𝗶𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮 𝗻𝗲𝘄 𝟲-𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸 𝗰𝘆𝗰𝗹𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗴𝗲𝘁 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗲𝗱.
You're welcome to jump into a 2-week trial at any time and see which classes are the right fit for you.

Send us a message if you'd like to know more or aren't sure where to start. We'd love to help.

Movement Lab Phillip Island
1/74 Chapel St, Cowes
https://movementlabpi.au/

One thing we hear all the time is..."I didn't realise you offered strength training!"Yep, we do.While Maja and Chris tea...
13/07/2026

One thing we hear all the time is...

"I didn't realise you offered strength training!"

Yep, we do.

While Maja and Chris teach our Pilates classes, Zoe is our Strength & Conditioning coach here at Movement Lab.

Zoe works with women who want to get stronger, but also want to understand how their body moves along the way.

If lifting weights has always felt intimidating.

If you've been told to avoid strength training because of your pelvic floor.

If your back, hips or SI joint have stopped you feeling confident to move.

Or if you simply want to feel stronger for everyday life.

That's exactly what Zoe's classes are for.

She won't throw you into a hard workout and hope for the best.

She coaches you.

You'll learn how to breathe under load, understand your core and pelvic floor, build strength progressively over our 6-week cycles, and gain the confidence to move well both in and out of the studio.

Strength training doesn't have to feel scary.

It can feel supportive, empowering and actually pretty fun.

If you've been curious about joining one of Zoe's classes but weren't sure if they were for you, send us a message.
We'd love to have you in class!

Zoe's classes:

Wed/Fri Early
6AM

Mon/Wed/fri Morning
9.30AM open level
10.30AM (beginners and 60+)

Mon Evening
6pm (all levels welcome)

Charity Pop-Up Class TOMORROW SUNDAY 2PM!You’re warmly invited this charity pop-up Calm Abiding Meditation Class, facili...
27/06/2026

Charity Pop-Up Class TOMORROW SUNDAY 2PM!

You’re warmly invited this charity pop-up Calm Abiding Meditation Class, facilitated by Brigitte Linder.

What is Calm Abiding Meditation?
Calm Abiding is a simple meditation practice that trains attention and helps settle the mind.
By gently returning our focus to the breath, we cultivate greater calm, clarity, and presence in everyday life.

The session will include guided meditation, practical instruction, and time for questions.

Gold Coin Donation, with all proceeds going to a local charity.

We hope you can join us.

Best wishes and kind regards,
Movement Lab Team and Brigitte Linder

THIS SUNDAY JUNE 28 AT 2PM

MOVEMENT LAB
1/74 Chapel st, Cowes

BOOK via WWW or Email:
www.movementlabpi.au
[email protected]

Starts tomorrow (Monday 22nd June)Our Women's Strength & Conditioning class is designed for women who want to move bette...
21/06/2026

Starts tomorrow (Monday 22nd June)

Our Women's Strength & Conditioning class is designed for women who want to move better, improve strength, support bone health, and learn how to train in a safe, supportive environment.

Perfect if you're new to strength training, need specific guidance, find gyms intimidating, experience pelvic floor symptoms, or you'd just like to move your body in a welcoming space.

Starts Monday 22nd June | 6PM
Drop-ins welcome or sign up for the 6 Week Cycle.
movementlabpi.au

This SUNDAY we REST IN SOUND with Kerryn Slater ✨🎶 Sound Healing & Guided Meditation 🎶Local sound mage Kerryn returns th...
19/06/2026

This SUNDAY we REST IN SOUND with Kerryn Slater ✨

🎶 Sound Healing & Guided Meditation 🎶

Local sound mage Kerryn returns this Sunday, weaving beautiful soundscapes and deeply restful meditations just for you.

Join us for a nourishing pause from the busyness of life—a chance to slow down, settle your nervous system, and allow yourself to be held by sound.

📍 Movement Lab Phillip Island
1/74 Chapel Street, Cowes

📅 Sunday June 21
🕥 10:30 AM

🎟️ $35 Drop-in
Limited spots available

🌿 No experience necessary—just bring yourself and a willingness to rest.

🔗 Book at movementlabpi.au

Beginners Strength Course at Movement Lab. Whether you're completely new to exercise, returning after a break, navigatin...
15/06/2026

Beginners Strength Course at Movement Lab.

Whether you're completely new to exercise, returning after a break, navigating pregnancy or postpartum, or simply wanting to feel stronger and more capable in your body, our Beginner Strength Course might be exactly what you're looking for.

Small group classes. Expert coaching. A welcoming community. Real strength that carries over into everyday life.

Starts June 22 | Mondays 10:30am | 6 Weeks

Message us to get started or book via movementlabpi.au

Address

1/74 Chapel Street
Cowes, VIC
3922

Opening Hours

Monday 6am - 3pm
Tuesday 7am - 3pm
Wednesday 6am - 4pm
Thursday 7am - 4pm
Friday 6am - 4pm

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