Movement expertise, delivered with care.

Sage Movement Method isn't about fitting more reformers into a room.

It's about helping every person move better through exceptional teaching, individual attention and a genuine understanding of how the body works.

Movement is one of the greatest investments you can make in your future. Every class is designed to improve strength, mobility, posture, balance and confidence so you can continue doing the things you love for years to come.

Move Well. Live Well. Age Well

Pilates Guided By Experience

Expertise You Can Feel

  • Close-up of a woman with blonde hair, green eyes, and makeup, smiling in a warmly lit indoor environment.

  • My life has taken me many places. I grew up in Gosford in ballet studios, became a showgirl at eighteen and ended up in The Bahamas. After four years dancing professionally, I decided to teach Classical Ballet and Pilates and studied to teach both at the same time. Certifying from the Royal Academy of Dance and STOTT Pilates in Canada, I realised teaching Pilates was my real passion. I have always been fascinated by how the body moves.

    I opened my first studio in The Bahamas in 2001 which is still in operation today. After selling my share, I moved to Canada in 2008. I learned a lot by teaching side by side next to amazing physiotherapists and experienced Pilates teachers for many years.

    I opened Gosford Pilates in 2017 and love being home. I love watching my clients become stronger with more balance as they get into their 60’s and 70’s and beyond. I love watching them create more efficient muscle firing patterns, improve their every day lives and their sports. I am not interested in burning calories or sculpting the “perfect” body. I am interested in changing people’s lives by ensuring they do not fall, or if they do, they do not break anything. Making sure they can lift their shopping or run to catch a bus.

    I have attended every course in body movement and therapy that I have been able to for the last twenty six years and I have brought this knowledge together to create my personal teaching approach. Not just a workout, but a form or exercise based therapy. I believe in Prehab, to prevent Rehab. I believe we can only learn and improve in a positive, happy environment.

    • Classical Pilates Certification – Pilates International, London 2000

    • STOTT Pilates Athletic Conditioning Specialist.

    • STOTT Pilates Matwork, Reformer, Cadillac, Chair and Barrels - 2003

    • STOTT Pilates Functional Anatomy Course, Injuries and Special Populations Course.

    • STOTT Pilates Pre Natal, Stability of the Knee, Postural Anatomy, Shoulder Girdle Stability and Function, Lumbo Pelvic Region Stability and Function. Flexibility Overview, Circle, Jumpboard, BOSU, Stability Balls, Foam Roller, Theraband and Weights workshops.

    • Biomechanics of Basic Principles of Pilates (Breathing, Pelvic Placement, Thoracic movement, Scapula stability and Cervical spine placement).

    • Royal Academy of Dance Classical Ballet teacher 2004

    • Level 1 Yoga Certification from Byron Yoga.2011

    • Trauma Yoga Certification, Byron Yoga. 2023

    • Active Isolated Stretching 2020

    • Ball Rolling Myofascial Release 2010

    • OOV Fundamentals 2018

    • Transcendental Meditation 2007

About Monique

Expertise You Can Feel

Anyone can count repetitions. Expert instructors know:

• why your shoulder isn't moving properly

• why your hip keeps compensating

• when to progress

• when to modify

• how to improve movement rather than simply complete an exercise

Monique’s background includes:

• Classical Ballet

• Pilates, Yoga and Trauma Yoga

• Rehabilitation

• Movement Analysis

• Functional Movement

• Contemporary Movement Education

Every cue has a purpose. Every exercise has an intention.

Quality Over Quantity

It’s not about creating the hardest workout. It’s about creating the smartest one.

Every class is designed to improve:

• posture

• balance

• coordination

• mobility

• core control

• strength

• confidence

Because better movement creates better living.

Private Coaching

Experience the benefits of one-on-one Pilates in a fully equipped boutique studio, where every session is designed around your body, your goals and your movement journey.

Unlike traditional reformer sessions, our Private Coaching utilises the full Pilates studio, including the Reformer, Cadillac, Wunda Chair, Oov, TRX, Barre and Mat Pilates, allowing your program to be completely personalised to your individual needs.

Whether you're recovering from injury, managing pain, building strength, improving posture, increasing flexibility or simply wanting to move with more confidence, your coach will create a program that evolves with you every step of the way.

With expert guidance, hands-on cueing and access to the full range of Pilates equipment, you'll experience movement that is purposeful, effective and designed specifically for you.

Private Coaching is ideal for:

  • Injury rehabilitation and recovery

  • Chronic pain management

  • Improving mobility and flexibility

  • Building strength and stability

  • Pre and postnatal Pilates

  • Sports performance and cross-training

  • Balance and coordination

  • Learning Pilates with confidence

  • Personalised progression beyond group classes

Book a Private Pilates Session

Who is Pilates for?

Everyone is welcome:

Whether you're:

• returning from injury

• beginning Pilates

• preparing for healthy ageing

• improving athletic performance

• wanting to move without pain

• looking to become stronger

Our focus remains the same: Helping your body move more efficiently.

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Client Reviews

My current Pilates journey is with Monique at Sage Movement, Gosford, Central Coast. 

I thoroughly enjoy Monique’s energetic spirit and comprehensive knowledge of both classical and modern Pilates make her the perfect combination! She has taught me so much about Pilates that has not only made me better at Pilates during class but also has helped me with my core strength, giving me better posture day in and day out.   Her classes are fun and engaging.

Furthermore, Monique is warm, kind, and delightful to work with. If you ever thought about trying Pilates, come, try a class, and join Sage community. 

— Debbie

After an injury, my physiotherapist recommended reformer Pilates to assist with rehabilitation. I had never done a class and had no idea what to expect. From the very first time meeting Monique, I knew I had come to the right studio. She took the time to understand my injury, my level of experience and apprehension at trying something new later in life. Monique helped me to set achievable goals in a safe, supported and friendly environment. Her expertise and knowledge, and ability to make every class enjoyable has had positive results. 

 I have become noticeably stronger, with improved balance and flexibility and what began as rehabilitation has become an important part of maintaining my overall fitness and wellbeing. 


I absolutely recommend Sage Movement Method programs and classes to anyone wanting to stay strong, active and healthy and have fun doing it.

— Anne

I have been doing Pilates with Monique since September 2021. I started coming twice a week but enjoyed it so much I soon found myself doing 3 sessions a week. Since starting I have surprised myself with how much stronger and flexible I have become. 

Our classes are fun and there is no pressure to do more than you are capable of doing. If you are looking for an instructor who has a genuine passion incredible knowledge for what she is teaching you won’t regret joining this studio

— Sharyn