Taught in the lineage

Our instructors trained directly in the method passed down from Joseph Pilates through Romana Kryzanowska.

Taught in the lineage

Our instructors trained directly in the method passed down from Joseph Pilates through Romana Kryzanowska.

Deborah Spencer — Founder

Deborah has dedicated her life to fitness and wellness. She obtained her degree in PE, Sports Science & Recreational Management (Loughborough University, UK). She began her career managing private health and fitness facilities, training managers and certifying personal trainers.

Her passion for biomechanics led her into sports physiotherapy and rehabilitation — these ultimately became her stepping stones towards Pilates. In 2000, Deborah began her authentic Pilates training, studying directly with Romana Kryzanowska.

Her global journey has taken her to Australia, Nigeria, Kazakhstan, Ghana, Dubai and South Africa. In each country she has established private studios, continuously deepening her knowledge by learning from many world-renowned teachers. Whilst in Dubai, she became a teacher trainer for Romana’s Pilates International. Having returned to Australia in 2021, she now calls the Sunshine Coast home, where she operates Contrology Gym.

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Luke Cook — Instructor

After 20 years, Luke has returned to the Sunshine Coast. His authentic Pilates journey began in 2005, studying directly with Romana Kryzanowska. He has worked internationally — from Sydney and New York to London and beyond.

He holds a certificate in personal training that complements his teaching style. His approach combines classical precision with an intelligent, systems-based understanding of strength and rehabilitation, embracing a holistic, long-term, whole-body structural health focus. Luke’s depth and dedication to teaching and preserving Joseph Pilates’ original method is a welcome addition to our team.

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