Today I am thrilled to chat with a well loved veteran of the Pilates world here in Australia, Jo Bezzina.

Jo started teaching Pilates in 2003 and is the owner of Pilates on George in the Sydney CBD, She is also a mentor, educator, examiner, committee member and presenter.  You might already know Jo as she was the winner of the Pilates Anytime instructor competition in 2017.

Jo has just recently completed her Masters in Learning Sciences and in this podcast we chat about her studies and the way she is integrating this knowledge into the Pilates studio.

We also dive into how Jo has developed her business over the years, how she managed through Covid and what it’s like to operate a studio in the Sydney CBD.

In this interview, we talk about:

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  How Jo got started in Pilates and even though she didn’t initially see it as a career opportunity

  
  


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  Her early years as a teacher, working in various studios and gyms.

  
  


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  Her work as a mentor and educator for Polestar Pilates

  
  


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  How she came to purchase her business, Pilates on George in 2016 and how she brought her own values to the business whilst maintaining existing client relationships.

  
  


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  How Covid and the aftermath of Covid affected her business in the Sydney CBD

  
  


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  We talk at length about her recent Master’s studies in Learning Systems and how she envisions integrating her learning into the Pilates teaching context for both clients and teacher trainees

  
  


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  Her thoughts about the industry and where it’s going

  
  

How to get a hold of Jo:

Pilates on George

Instagram: @pilatesongeorge

More about Jo: 

Joanne Bezzina is a dynamic and dedicated Pilates practitioner with over 20 years of experience, recognised internationally and winner of the Pilates Anytime instructor competition in 2017. She is a highly sought after teacher in Sydney (owner of Pilates On George) and senior educator for Polestar Pilates Australia. Her teaching blends traditional and contemporary methods, emphasising clear communication, humour, and client empowerment. Jo holds a Master of Learning Sciences and Technology and is fascinated by the cognitive processes that support optimal Pilates instruction. She incorporates the latest evidence-based research when delivering sessions to the public and during her education offerings. Jo’s primary goal is to inspire and empower clients, ensuring they leave each session happier, more relaxed, and stronger.