About Lifeworks

Whether you join a small group Reformer Pilates class or a one-on-one session, you’ll receive personalised attention and care. Exercises are thoughtfully adapted to meet your individual needs—whether you’re recovering from injury, managing chronic pain, or simply looking to improve your strength, mobility, and posture.

At Lifeworks Pilates, we specialise in:

Group Reformer Pilates
Clinical: Private, personalised sessions with Senior Pilates Instructors or Exercise Physiologists.
Strength training courses led by an Exercise Physiologist

Our goal is to help you feel great after every session and keep you motivated on your journey—whether that means becoming stronger, more flexible, standing taller, reducing back pain, or just feeling more confident in your own skin.

We welcome everyone, from complete beginners to seasoned movers, and pride ourselves on creating a friendly, inclusive, and supportive environment. Come and experience the difference movement can make.

Lifeworks Pilates and well-being– Move with Strength, Balance & Confidence

Located in the heart of Ballina in the Northern Rivers, Lifeworks is a welcoming studio dedicated to helping you feel stronger, more flexible, more balanced, and energised in your daily life.

Pilates is all about activating the deeper stabilising muscles—and while it may look gentle, it’s definitely no walk in the park! When done correctly, Pilates is both challenging and rewarding. You’ll feel the difference after your very first class, and over time, you’ll notice real changes in how your body moves and feels.

Our highly qualified instructors each hold a Diploma of Pilates from respected training institutions and are committed to delivering safe, effective, and enjoyable workouts. We also have experienced Exercise Physiologists on the team who offer both private sessions and group strength training.

Group of ten women in matching gray t-shirts and black leggings posing together in a fitness or Pilates studio, with some sitting or lying down on a wooden floor and others standing or sitting on a raised exercise platform, with Pilates rings and a reformer visible in the background.

Instructors

Alison Lucas

Owner / Pilates Instructor
Alison was a Registered Nurse for 10 years before moving into Management, Public Health, social research and Education. She has lived and worked in the Solomon Islands and Central Australia and is passionate about natural movement and the Community. Alison loves seeing her clients walk taller, with more confidence and in less pain which ultimately helps in day to day life and mental health.

Alison has been teaching Pilates for more than 20 years after training with Polestar and the Queensland Institute. In her spare time, she loves playing tennis, hiking, skiing and travelling to exotic places!
Raena Hartley

Senior Pilates Instructor
Raena has a background in dance and performing arts with a BA Dance and Education. She also has a Full Diploma of Studio Pilates and has worked as an instructor both in London and Sydney. Raena managed and owned a Pilates studio in Sydney for over 4 years.
Raena recently returned to the Northern Rivers after living in Brazil for 5 years. Her interests include dance, travel and learning new things including neuroplasticity and furniture upholstery!
Leah Aggebrink-Jones

Senior Pilates Instructor
Leah has always been interested in the wonders of the human body, that interest deepened after a spinal injury in her late teens lead her to Pilates as a form of rehabilitation. Leah has a diploma of Professional Pilates instruction and is continually educating herself in the field to ensure clients get the best of each class. Leah had her own studio in the UK, has taught Pilates around the world and is now settled in the Northern Rivers. Leah is studying Exercise Physiology.
Fiona Duncan

Senior Pilates Instructor
Fiona loves teaching Pilates & assisting clients to gain better body awareness, balance, strength & mobility for an over all positive life experience.Fiona has a Diploma in Pilates, she trained with Polestar International in Mat & studio. Also Barre with Garuda. Certificate in Exercise Physiology.She enjoys a healthy lifestyle through knowledge & life experience.
Fiona is a keen Surfer, snowboarder, adventurer, Mum & loves the Northern Rivers.
Kellie Coates

Pilates Instructor
Kellie comes from a PDHPE teaching background in Secondary schools, has developed women's and teenagers health and well-being programs, is a basketball coach, and is a creator and facilitator for a mental health and well-being organisation.
Kellie discovered the benefits of Pilates after having back surgery. She became passionate about what Pilates could do for others and decided to train in Mat and Reformer. She is passionate about health wellbeing and the mind /body connection and is driven to help people strive to reach and explore their potential.
Josefina Olazobal

Pilates Instructor
Josefina is originally from Uruguay but has been living in the Northern Rivers for the past 8 years. Health and wellness has always been a priority and she fell in love with Pilates because of its focus on building strength, enhancing alignment and improving mobility.
Josefina's own journey with scoliosis has sparked a curiosity about this condition and a desire to help others. She has completed some courses in this specialised area.
Josefina has completed her Reformer training with PITC and is currently undertaking the full studio course with Polestar Pilates.
When she's not in the studio, you'll find Josefina surfing in Lennox Head!
Nofar Bar

Pilates Instructor
Nofar strives to challenge both your body and mind in her classes, fostering a deeper connection between the two. Her goal is to create a safe and supportive space where participants can push their limits and enhance their mind-body connection, regardless of their current level on their movement journey.
Nofar’s personal journey with Pilates began about 15 years ago. The transformative power of Pilates made a profound impact on her life, and now she is dedicated to helping others experience similar positive shifts.
Nofar is a qualified Pilates Reformer, Mat, and Barre Instructor, and she continually seeks to expand her knowledge of movement and the body.
Jamie Simes

Senior Pilates Instructor
Jamie found Pilates after a severe illness left his body and nervous system wrecked.
The Pilates method is one of the ways he learned how to walk and trust his body again. Intimate with the rehab process in his own body he’s passionate about helping people challenge themselves in a safe environment to learn to move in a way they previously didn't know was possible.
Since finding Pilates Jamie has found the Pilates principles to be a great foundation on which to build athletic ability and is currently studying to be a personal trainer as well.
When he’s not in the studio Jamie loves surfing, training in jiu jitsu and exploring the beautiful northern rivers.
Alicia Hampton

Reception and Exercise Physiologist
Alicia began instructing Clinical Pilates at Physiotherapy Clinics over 20 years ago while studying a Bachelor of Exercise Science. She went on to complete a Postgraduate Degree in Exercise for Rehabilitation, becoming a qualified Exercise Physiologist. Blending her deep understanding of movement with the principles of Clinical Pilates, she specialises in injury rehabilitation and prevention, as well as supporting pre- and post-natal clients.
As receptionist she enjoys greeting you with a smile and welcoming you into the Studio. She’s here to help with anything you need and loves being part of a team that supports people on their wellness journey.
Letori Bond

Reception and PIlates Student
Letori is currently studying her Diploma of Professional Pilates Instruction through Pilates ITC and is loving every step of the journey. With a lifelong love of movement—especially gymnastics—she was naturally drawn to Pilates for its focus on strength, control, and flow. She now works on the reception team at the studio, soaking up as much knowledge and inspiration as she can while she studies. Her training is equipping her to support a wide range of clients through safe, effective, and encouraging Pilates sessions.
Ellie Price

Exercise Physiologist and Pilates Instructor
Ellie is an Accredited Exercise Physiologist and has a passion for teaching Pilates and using strength training to help her clients achieve their health & lifestyle goals.
Exercise physiologists work with a multitude of different conditions whether it’s improving general fitness, chronic conditions, NDIS, oncology, and musculoskeletal injury rehabilitation using a tailored exercise treatment plan.
Ellie has been trained in mat & studio apparatus with Polestar Pilates Institute.
Outside of her profession she enjoys travelling, outdoor sports & adventuring.
Fran King

Pilates Instructor
Frances has a Diploma in Professional Pilates Instruction and is continuously learning more and more about her passion… the body and the way it moves! Fran knows first hand how the Pilates method can change a person's life for the better whether recovering from an injury, returning to fitness or mastering the practice.
She thrives on supporting those reach their independent goals and brings a warm, inviting and encouraging energy to each and every class. She's an outdoor lover and spends her time gardening, exploring and enjoying the beauty of this magical land.