Q Pilates Parkwood Studio
The Pilates home to the GC Titans! Our Q Pilates Parkwood studio is set within the Allsports Physiotherapy Parkwood clinic and is collaboratively run by the physiotherapists. The luxe studio delivers our local Gold Coast community with the latest rehabilitation and exercise methods from experienced and qualified team members.
Whether you’re looking for an individualized exercise program specific to your needs, or a new fitness class – our Parkwood team are passionate about using exercise to rehabilitate and re-establish optimum functioning of the musculoskeletal system.
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