What should I wear to my first Pilates, yoga or barre class?

Fitted activewear that stays in place when you move. Loose t-shirts ride up in reformer and yoga inversions. For Pilates and barre, bring grippy socks (most studios sell them for $15 to $25). Yoga is barefoot.

Do I need to book in advance?

For reformer Pilates, yes. Studios cap classes at the number of machines available (usually six to twelve) and popular time slots fill 24 to 48 hours ahead. Yoga and barre classes have more flexibility but booking ahead is still recommended at boutique studios.

What is the best intro offer strategy?

Most Australian studios run a two-week unlimited intro offer for $45 to $80. Use it at one studio first, attend at least four times across different instructors and time slots, and decide whether the studio fits before paying for a membership.

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