Find a class you'll actually go back to.
Plain-English guides to local studios, built from what real members say in their Google reviews. Quoted word for word.
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Local guide · ArmadaleA Luxurious Reformer Retreat in Armadale
What truly sets them apart is their unwavering consistency. No matter how busy they get, they never compromise on quality or rush you, ensuring you always leave feeling completely valued and thoroughly impressed.Ali, via Google reviews
Local guide · Five DockBFT Five Dock: a group gym where first visits feel welcome
Coach Chris is really informative, and made me and my friend feel welcome for our first visit.Olivia, via Google reviews
They make sure everyone feels supported, whether you're just starting out or have been doing Pilates for years.Nicole, via Google reviews
What members say, in their own words.
Each guide covers one studio in one suburb, using quotes from public Google reviews.
The entire team has been incredibly welcoming, supportive, and motivating from day oneZakiyya, via Google reviews
Fantastic place, really friendly staff, challenging climbs, and a good atmosphere.Keiran, via Google reviews
They make beginners like me feel super comfortable.Santiago, via Google reviews
Knowledgeable and friendly staff! The space is beautiful, clean and welcoming.Maya, via Google reviews
Love the way staff greet you when you walk through the front door.Raelee, via Google reviews
Forget everything you thought you knew about Pilates. KX Werribee is a game-changer, and locals are lowkey obsessed. Find out why!
Coach Chris is really informative, and made me and my friend feel welcome for our first visit.Olivia, on BFT Five Dock, via Google reviews
A calmer way to pick your first class.
Walking into a new class is the hard part. Our guides tell you what it is like before you go.
We read the public reviews
We go through what local members say about the coaches, the pace and how new people are looked after.
We quote members word for word
No sales copy. You read what members actually said, with their first name.
You ask the studio about a trial
If a studio sounds right, send a short enquiry from the guide. It goes straight to the studio.
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Why am I here?
You're looking for a class you'll actually go back to. TrialSession publishes plain-English guides to local studios, built from what members say in public Google reviews.
No, really, who the heck are you?
A small Australian team that reads a lot of reviews. We quote members word for word, with the first name on the review, so you hear it from people who train there.
What if the last time I exercised was school sport?
Then you're exactly who the guides are for. Look for what members say about their first class and how coaches help new people. Good coaches always show an easier version.
I'm new to the hood. How will I know where to go?
Search your suburb. You'll see the studios and clubs nearby with their Google ratings, and a guide wherever we've written one.
I like my avo on toast. How much will this cost me?
Reading our guides is free. Each studio sets its own prices and intro offers, so ask about them when you send an enquiry.
Studio or club? What's the difference?
A studio is a smaller space built around coached group classes. A club is a larger gym with an open floor and machines, where you mostly train on your own schedule.