MEET THE FOUNDER & course designer

Georgina Tagliaferri

Georgina is the driving force behind Progressive Pilates Academy. With over a decade of industry experience, she has taught thousands of clients across matwork, reformer, and group fitness settings. As the creator of the Certificate IV in Group Pilates & Fitness Instruction, Georgina has carefully designed every element of the program to ensure it’s practical, engaging, and aligned with real-world industry standards.

Passionate about movement, education, and empowering the next generation of instructors, Georgina blends her expertise as a fitness leader with her qualifications in training and assessment. Her teaching style is approachable yet thorough, giving students the confidence to grow into strong, capable, and industry-ready instructors.

Lead educator & mentor

Kate Conroy

Kate brings a wealth of knowledge and energy to the Progressive Pilates Academy team. With years of hands-on experience delivering Pilates, group training, and functional fitness sessions, she knows what it takes to create classes that inspire and challenge.

As an educator, Kate’s focus is on mentoring students through their learning journey—breaking down complex concepts into easy-to-understand steps and providing practical tips that only come from years in the studio. Her supportive, down-to-earth approach makes her a favourite among learners, ensuring every student feels confident and capable as they develop their skills.

The Experience & Knowledge Behind Progressive Pilates Academy

Together, Georgina and Kate have instructed over 65,000 clients, delivered more than 5,000 hours of classes, and bring 10+ years of combined industry expertise into the Academy. With full training and assessment qualifications, they know what it takes not only to lead effective classes, but also to teach others how to succeed as confident, capable, and accredited instructors.

Their shared passion for Pilates, education, and community ensures that every student at Progressive Pilates Academy learns from real experience, backed by nationally recognised standards.

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