Polestar Pilates New Zealand Presents
Kimberley Garlick
Workshop Series 2026
Australia-based Senior Polestar Educator and Educator of the Year 2023 visits Auckland and Christchurch for a full weekend of Studio workshops, Mat classes, and Reformer sessions. ATTEND IN-PERSON OR VIA ZOOM
Auckland
Auckland
Christchurch
Guest Educator
Kimberley Garlick
Bach. Sports Sci. | Bach. Nutrition Sci. | Director, Northern Rivers Pilates
Kimberley has been educating and qualifying Pilates practitioners since 2003 as one of Polestar Pilates International’s senior educators. With a background in ballet, sports science, nutrition, and personal training, she brings rare depth of movement knowledge to every session.
Her original Pilates certification dates to 1996. Since then she has developed an internationally recognised teaching style that blends classical Contrology with contemporary movement science, fascial research, and NLP-informed communication. She presents to students and professionals across the globe.
This visit brings her full range of expertise directly to Auckland and Christchurch, covering clinical pain communication, advanced Reformer practice, Mat work, and fascial movement science.
Advance your practice and enrich your professional curriculum – secure your place now to learn from a global leader in movement science.
Location
Auckland
7 & 8 August 2026
Friday 7 August
From Fear to Flow: Navigating Pain Conversations with Movement
This workshop focuses on supporting clients who express pain, fear, or hesitation around movement. Learn how to read the body as it communicates concern, and how to respond with clarity, confidence, and appropriate movement strategies.
Blending NLP-informed communication with practical movement exploration, this session uses small apparatus and full studio equipment to develop tools for challenging moments – helping clients move from fear toward trust, flow, and embodied confidence.
Key focus areas are:
- How language shapes movement and perception
- Reading protective patterns and hesitation in the body
- Supporting confidence without reinforcing pain narratives
- Practical strategies for restoring movement options
Live + Zoom available
Please note: an automatic credit card surcharge of 3% gets added when you pay via Visa or Mastercard.
REGISTER NOW – FOR JUST THIS SESSION
ONLY 18 PLACES LIVE
OR register for ALL six Auckland Sessions – and save up to $160
Curious Bodies on the Reformer
A playful and exploratory Reformer session designed to bring movement principles to life. Using the Reformer, Pilates box, and a yoga block, this workshop invites curiosity, creativity, and intelligent challenge.
Expect movement exploration that builds strength, coordination, and adaptability, offering fresh inspiration to take directly into your own practice or teaching.
Live + Zoom available
Please note: an automatic credit card surcharge of 3% gets added when you pay via Visa or Mastercard.
Integrated Contrology in Motion
A non-stop, dynamic Intermediate to Advanced Mat class for fit, able bodies. Grounded in the foundations of Joseph Pilates’ Contrology, this class integrates influences from dance, yoga, qi gong, kinesiology, and fascial studies to create seamless, intelligent movement.
Expect a strong, flowing session that challenges coordination, strength, and integration. You’ll work deeply yet move with ease – finishing the class feeling light, aligned, strong, and confident in your body.
Live + Zoom available
Followed by a 15-minute discussion.
Please note: an automatic credit card surcharge of 3% gets added when you pay via Visa or Mastercard.
Elastic Balanced Bodies: Pilates on the Mat
A Basic to Intermediate Mat class blending classical Pilates with static holds and dynamic stretching. Movement is explored through all planes to improve mobility, strength, and balance, while maintaining the integrity of Pilates principles.
This class challenges the body in a different way, offering depth without overwhelm. Accessible to all uninjured bodies across fitness levels, with options for more advanced stretching for those who wish to explore further.
Live + Zoom available
Followed by a 15-minute discussion.
Please note: an automatic credit card surcharge of 3% gets added when you pay via Visa or Mastercard.
Saturday 8 August
Spinal Reset & Rewire Masterclass
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A transformative movement experience designed to reset, realign, and rewire your body. Using the SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® in combination with TheraBand resistance, this class guides you through progressive sequences that support spinal integrity, functional strength, and nervous system regulation. You will explore movement patterns that release tension, improve postural awareness, and enhance overall vitality – bringing the body into a deeply balanced and energised state. |
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Live + Zoom available
Please note: an automatic credit card surcharge of 3% gets added when you pay via Visa or Mastercard.
Fascia in Motion: “Be a Walking Tree”
Fascia functions as a sensory organ, with nerves embedded throughout the fascial tissue. This workshop creates and explores a positive movement experience in which the fascial system moves with freedom, shifting perspective toward functional wellbeing and joy.
An intermediate to advanced Reformer session offering a whole-body experience that deepens understanding of how the body functions as a connected, intelligent system. The “Walking Tree” analogy creates a sense of a cellular dance within through movements that focus on many elements at once.
Live + Zoom available
Please note: an automatic credit card surcharge of 3% gets added when you pay via Visa or Mastercard.
Auckland Full Series
Attend All Six Auckland Sessions
Book the complete Auckland programme and receive a discounted package rate. Spend two full days with Kimberley across clinical communication, Reformer exploration, Mat work, and fascial movement science.
Curious Bodies on Reformer
Integrated Contrology
Elastic Balanced Bodies
Spinal Reset & Rewire
Fascia in Motion
(Early Bird price – prior to 3 July)
package rate (prior to 3 July)
package rate (post 2 July)
Zoom Participation Available
All sessions are open to remote attendees via Zoom. you can choose the Zoom option when you register. Zoom participants receive the same live instruction and post-session discussion.
Location
Christchurch
Sunday 9 August 2026
Unlocking the Power of Rotation in the Studio
Rotation is a fundamental yet often under-explored component of movement. In this workshop, we will dive into the role of rotational patterns within Pilates practice, using studio equipment enhanced by small apparatus such as the Oov® and Balansit®.
Together, we will explore where and why we rotate, examining both the benefits and potential drawbacks of incorporating rotation into movement. Through guided discussion and practical application, you will gain a deeper understanding of how rotation influences mobility, stability, and overall functional movement.
We will break down strategies to improve rotational capacity from different areas of the body, including the spine, hips, and shoulders, and consider how these approaches can be adapted for various populations. Whether working with athletes, general clients, or those in rehabilitation, you will leave with tools to apply rotation safely and effectively in your sessions.
Please note: an automatic credit card surcharge of 3% gets added when you pay via Visa or Mastercard.
Reformer & SPINEFITTER Workshop
Coupling the SPINEFITTER by SISSEL® and the Reformer creates a uniquely powerful movement experience.
A body-awakening class that will have you create a deeper understanding for movement in general this is an intermediate to advanced session.
Please note: an automatic credit card surcharge of 3% gets added when you pay via Visa or Mastercard.
Reserve Your Place
Places are limited, particularly for the Studio and Reformer sessions. Register early to avoid disappointment.
