If you're looking for Clinical Pilates in Unley, Southside Clinic offers personalised, evidence-based Pilates designed to help you move better, feel stronger, and live with confidence.
Our Clinical Pilates classes combine the principles of traditional Pilates with clinical knowledge and movement therapy to improve strength, mobility, posture, balance and core stability. Whether you're recovering from an injury, managing persistent pain, preparing for birth, or simply wanting to improve your overall health, our programs are tailored to meet your individual needs.
Located in Unley, Adelaide, Southside Clinic provides a welcoming environment where your health goals are supported by an experienced allied health team.
clinical pilates in unley – improve Strength, Mobility & Confidence
what is clinical pilates?
Clinical Pilates is a form of therapeutic exercise that focuses on improving the way your body moves.
Unlike general Pilates classes, Clinical Pilates is personalised to your body, medical history and movement goals. Exercises are carefully selected and modified to suit your individual needs, making it an excellent option for people recovering from injury, experiencing pain, or wanting expert guidance while exercising.
At Southside Clinic, every client begins with an individual assessment before joining one of our small group classes, ensuring your program is both safe and effective.
who can benefit from clinical pilates?
Clinical Pilates is suitable for people of all ages and fitness levels.
It may help if you are experiencing:
Age-related loss of strength and/or mobility
Back or neck pain
Shoulder, hip or knee pain
Poor posture
Reduced flexibility or mobility
Balance concerns
Core weakness
Sports injuries
Pregnancy-related discomfort
Postnatal recovery
General deconditioning
Many of our clients also attend Clinical Pilates to improve their overall wellbeing, prevent injuries and stay active as they age.
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why choose southside clinic for clinical pilates?
At Southside Clinic, Clinical Pilates is more than just exercise, it's an integral part of our holistic approach to health and wellbeing.
Located in Unley, our Clinical Pilates program is led by a clinically trained Pilates instructor who works closely with our multidisciplinary allied health team, including our physiotherapists, osteopaths and chiropractor. This collaborative approach ensures your Pilates program complements any treatment you're already receiving, helping you recover more effectively, improve your movement and achieve long-term results.
Personalised Care from Day One
Every client begins their Clinical Pilates journey with a one-on-one initial assessment. During this appointment, we'll:
Discuss your health history and current concerns
Understand your goals
Assess your posture, movement and strength
Introduce you to the Pilates equipment
Design a personalised program that's safe and effective for you
This assessment ensures you're placed into the most appropriate class and gives you the confidence to begin exercising safely.
Small Group Clinical Pilates Classes
Following your assessment, you'll either join one of our small group sessions, continue with 1:1 lessons or join StrongHER class where you'll continue to receive personalised guidance in a welcoming and supportive environment.
Our intentionally small class sizes allow our instructor to closely monitor technique, progress exercises appropriately, and ensure every participant receives individual attention.
You'll benefit from:
Personalised exercise progression
Expert technique correction
Safe, evidence-based movement
High-quality Pilates equipment
A supportive community environment
Programs suitable for beginners through to experienced participants
Whether your goal is improving your strength and mobility, recovering from injury, enhancing athletic performance, or maintaining your health as you age, our Clinical Pilates classes are designed to help you move with confidence.
Conveniently located in Unley, Southside Clinic welcomes clients from across Adelaide's inner southern suburbs, including Hyde Park, Parkside, Malvern, Goodwood, Wayville, Millswood, Kings Park, Cumberland Park, Mitcham, Fullarton, Highgate, Burnside, Linden Park, Black Forest, Eastwood and surrounding areas.
Ready to experience the benefits of Clinical Pilates?
Osteopathy at Southside Clinic
At Southside Clinic, our osteopaths combine years of training and experience with a genuine focus on patient care. Every consultation begins by understanding not just the area of discomfort, but also how posture, movement patterns, and lifestyle may be contributing factors.
Treatment is always tailored. Some patients benefit from gentle joint mobilisation or soft tissue techniques, while others may find relief through stretching or craniosacral therapy. The goal of every session is to ease restriction, improve function, and support more comfortable movement in daily life.
With over 15 years of service to the Adelaide community, our clinic is recognised for being approachable, professional, and family-friendly. We provide osteopathic treatment for people of all ages — from newborns to older adults — and work closely with our physiotherapy, chiropractic and clinical Pilates colleagues to create clear, integrated care pathways.
Every health profession offers a unique perspective on pain, movement, and recovery. At Southside Clinic, we view these approaches as complementary, not competing.
Osteopaths take a whole-body approach, considering how muscles, joints, nerves, and circulation connect. Treatment is hands-on and may include joint mobilisation, soft tissue techniques, stretching, or cranial methods.
Physiotherapists focus on assessment, rehabilitation, and exercise-based recovery. Their strength lies in structured programs and evidence-based exercise prescription.
Chiropractors centre care on spinal and joint mobility, often using adjustments or manipulations, alongside soft tissue therapy and movement advice.
What makes Southside Clinic unique is the way these professions work together. If one approach isn’t enough, we can combine perspectives — ensuring your care pathway is practical, effective, and matched to your health goals.
how osteopaths compare with other health professionals
Choosing where to seek care isn’t only about treatment — it’s about feeling supported in a professional, welcoming environment. At Southside Clinic in Unley, we’ve been part of the Adelaide community for over 15 years, providing trusted osteopathic treatment and allied health services.
Our osteopaths are part of a multidisciplinary team that includes physiotherapists, a chiropractor, and a clinical Pilates instructor. This means that if your needs extend beyond one profession, we can combine perspectives to create a coordinated care plan that’s practical and effective.
We support patients of all ages — from babies and children to adults and older generations. Most services are claimable through private health funds, and eligible patients may also access Medicare rebates under Chronic Disease Management plans.
At Southside Clinic, our focus is on making care accessible, supportive, and tailored to your health goals — whether that means improving mobility, easing discomfort, or simply moving more freely in everyday life.
Why Choose Southside Clinic for Osteopathy?
Do I need a referral to see an osteopath?
No referral is required. You can book directly with an osteopath at Southside Clinic. If you’re eligible for a Medicare Chronic Disease Management plan, your GP may provide a referral for rebates.
Is osteopathy safe during pregnancy?
Osteopathic care can be adapted to suit the needs of pregnant women. Our practitioners use gentle techniques and position you comfortably to support changes that occur during pregnancy.
What does an osteopath do?
Osteopaths use hands-on techniques such as gentle mobilisation, soft tissue work, stretching, and cranial approaches. They consider how muscles, joints, nerves, and circulation connect, with the aim of supporting movement and function.
What’s the difference between an osteopath and a physiotherapist?
Osteopaths often take a whole-body perspective with hands-on techniques, while physiotherapists tend to focus on structured rehabilitation and exercise-based recovery. At Southside Clinic, both work together as part of a wider team.
Are services claimable on private health?
Yes. Most osteopathy consultations can be claimed through private health funds if you have the appropriate extras cover. Medicare rebates may also apply under certain GP-referred plans.
frequently asked questions
If you’d like to find out how osteopathy could support your health, our team at Southside Clinic is here to help. You can book an appointment online or call us directly to speak with our reception team.
We’re located on Hughes Street in Unley, just minutes from the Adelaide CBD, with easy parking nearby. Most appointments can be claimed through private health funds, and Medicare rebates may be available with a GP plan.
Take the first step toward moving more comfortably - book your appointment today.
1300 10 11 22
hello@southsideclinic.com.au
1 Hughes St, Unley SA 5067