HEATED MAT CLASSES ARE COMING TO CANBERRA

LA Heated Mat is finally landing in Canberra, this April!
We’re opening a brand new studio on Northbourne Ave that promises to turn up the burn with our signature Heated Mat class formats.

LIMITED TIME PRE-SALE PACK:

5 CLASSES / $39

All fired up about Heated Mat Pilates? Get ready to feel the burn with our limited-time pre-sale pack that gives you access to 5 Heated Mat classes for your first 14 days at LA Canberra Hot Mat Studio where you can guarantee all the heat, all the burn, and all the feels - every time.

HOT MAT Class Types

  • This class is suitable for all levels.

    Get ready to get sweaty. Think traditional mat Pilates but redefined. This class is a full-body workout incorporating props to create a dynamic flow around the mat. This class will strengthen and tone as well as increase cardiovascular health due to the heat, and increase mind/body awareness through creative layering and flow.

    This 45 minute mat class includes a yoga inspired stretch and flow to finish.

  • This class is suitable for all levels.

    Think heavier weights, more reps and supersets. This class is a fusion of our signature Hot Pilates and functional weight training. Each exercise will be held for a longer duration of time giving you the ultimate full-body burn.

    Heart rates will be lifted with our 'burst of intensity'

    This 45 minute mat class includes a yoga inspired stretch and flow to finish.

  • This Hot Pilates class is our signature class but with an extended 15 minute yummy yoga inspired flow to finish - appropriate for all levels, including beginners. The extended 15 minute yoga inspired flow will stretch the body and calm the mind. You'll leave feeling restored and relaxed

    This is a 55 minute class.

WHAT TO EXPECT FROM THE
LA HEATED MAT EXPERIENCE

Your new Canberra studio has been carefully curated to enhance your overall LA Pilates experience.

LA Heated Mat is not just about the workout, it’s a whole vibe. Enjoy our expansive studio and high-quality workout equipment, plus soft, colourful mood lighting and extra space between mats to really make the space your own. Each heated session incorporates a full body burn with strength and HIIT bursts, finishing with a moment to reconnect your body and mind, including our signature overhead cooling spritz to balance out the heat and revitalise you for whatever’s next in your day.

Luxurious bathroom facilities include spacious showers, personal lockers, a vanity bar with GHD Hair Dryer & Straightener and a complimentary towel - to leave you feeling fresh and even a little bit fancy.

HOT MAT FAQ

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT CANBERRA HOT MAT

  • We are on track to open in early April - keep an eye on social media and your emails for studio updates and the official opening date announcement.

  • Love Athletica style of Pilates is Athletic, fast paced and strong. We offer both Hot Mat Pilates and Hot Functional Strength classes in our Heated Mat room.

    Our signature classes offer a full body workout that fuse elements of Pilates, cardio and strength training, ending with a mindful yoga inspired recovery.

  • Yes, we have a limited-time Pre-Sale Pack available for purchase until Opening Day - 5 Classes for $39.

    This offer is available to new & existing reformer clients of Love Athletica and is activated from the date of your first booking. It can be purchased once per client for use only at the Canberra Hot Mat studio.

    Clients setting up multiple accounts to purchase this offer more than once will have their pack cancelled, accounts merged and a credit for the value remaining less $33 per visit taken on additional packs in their account. No refunds are offered.

  • You will have 14 days to use your 5 Hot Mat classes included in the pack, starting from the day you first attend a class.

    Pre-sale Packs must be used by July 30 2025.

  • Yes, you can purchase this limited Pre-sale Pack offer and use it in conjunction with your existing Reformer membership or pack.

    Please note, the Hot Mat Pre-sale Pack can only be used to book classes in the Hot Mat studio.

    Reformer Memberships can not be paused while using the Hot Mat Pre-sale Pack.

  • Please arrive 10 minutes early to your first class. This will allow you time to meet your trainer and familiarise yourself with the studio.

    If you are late to class you may not be able to train. Let your instructor know of any past or present injuries so that they can provide modifications for you.

    YOU MUST BYO FULL SIZE SWEAT TOWEL TO LAY OVER YOUR MAT - NO TOWEL NO PLAY POLICY FOR YOUR SAFETY AND THE COMFORT OF OTHERS.

    LA full size sweat towels are available for purchase at reception for $29. You will also be able to purchase these online for collection at the studio. Please allow ample time prior to class starting so your instructor has time to locate your order or you may miss or be prevented from taking class if lateness impacts the experience of others.

    We provide filtered chilled water to refill your plastic water bottle (no glass bottles please). We have lockers available with locks to store your valuables during class.

    Our classes are high intensity with pumping music and superstar instructors to deliver you a fun active full body Athletic Pilates class.

  • BYO FULL SIZE TOWEL or purchase from reception.

    NO TOWEL NO PLAY for your safety and the comfort of others.

    Bring a water bottle and refill via our filtered water fountain and wear light clothing.

    We provide complimentary towels for showering only.

  • Wear comfortable clothes you can sweat, stretch and move in. We recommend gym shorts, tights, leggings or shorts and either a t-shirt or singlet top.

    YOU MUST BYO TOWEL OR PURCHASE FROM RECEPTION. NO TOWEL NO PLAY.

  • We have 2 Luxe showers (towels for showering provided), 2 toilets, and a vanity bar with GHD hair dryer & straightener, personal lockers and pigeon holes at the studio for you to safely store your belongings and shoes. Please do not take belongings into the studio.

    We provide complimentary filtered & chilled drinking water plus a complimentary towel for showering.

  • No - you can only book Hot Mat classes using your Hot Mat Pre-sale Pack.

    Any existing Reformer membership or class pack will remain active to book Reformer classes during this time and cannot be paused while using Hot Mat Pre-sale Pack in conjunction.

  • Yes. You must be over the age of 16 years old to attend a class at Love Athletica. Our dynamic/high intensity classes are not suitable for young developing bodies.

  • IT IS NOT RECOMMENDED TO BRING YOUR PHONE INTO THE HEATED ROOM FOR CLASS.

    We ask that your phone is switched to silent mode during class. Please note that if you choose to bring your phone into the studio, it is at your own risk - as they can be damaged by heavy equipment (we’ve seen it happen). We always encourage the use of your phone prior to or after your class. We’d love you to share your Love Athletica experiences on social media. Be sure to tag us @loveathletica

  • All classes in the Mat room are suitable for all levels. Your instructor will give you lots of options to cater for all abilities. Remember it gets hot in the Heated room, your heart rate will naturally elevate.

  • Your exercise routine is such a personal thing. How often you train will depend on your fitness level, what your fitness goals are, how your body adapts to the training and how well your body can recover. We recommend starting with no more than two to three classes per week and then we can dial it up from there.

  • Heated Mat Pilates classes are not suitable for any stage of your pregnancy.

    You can attend our dynamic group Reformer pilates classes up until you are 15 weeks along. After this however, due to the athletic style of training you can no longer attend group classes. Always notify the instructor at each class.

    Any information received will be kept confidential and modifications for pregnancy will be delivered with the utmost discretion. A doctor's approval is required for high risk pregnancies.

  • Every Hot Mat class at LA promises to incorporate at least one form of equipment including; weighted balls, squishy balls, dumbbells, resistance bands, pilates ring and yoga blocks.

  • 1-2hr Parking is available in Mort, Elouera & Lonsdale streets as well as the Canberra centre free with a purchase.

    Directly across Cooyong, on Northbourne hourly parking is available underground at the Avenue Hotel for $3-4 per hour.

    All Love Athletica studios have free parking available in nearby streets. Best to plan ahead and suss out the parking prior to your first visit.

  • Our new Hot Mat Studio fits up to 30 people per class.

    It’s important to us that your happy place respects your personal space - so we make sure there is extra room around every mat.

Didn’t find what you’re looking for? No worries!

Contact us hello@loveathletica.com.au

LA MICRO FIBRE SWEAT TOWEL

Micro Fibre Sweat Resistant Towel perfect for stopping the slip in Hot Yoga & Hot Pilates classes.

SIGN UP TO CANBERRA HOT MAT

You’re keen! We can’t wait to see you on the mat - but we’re not quite ready to share our opening schedule just yet.

Classes will be available to book from two weeks prior to opening - check back in soon!

Log into your account to access bookings, purchase and manage your account.

 

CANBERRA
HOT MAT

72 Northbourne Avenue, Canberra, 2601
(Next door to the LA reformer studio)

1-2hr Parking is available in Mort, Elouera & Lonsdale streets as well as the Canberra centre free with a purchase.

Towel required - No Towel, No Play

Showers, Toilets, lockers, filtered cold water provided.

GET APPY

Book your next class, manage your account and waitlist bookings with the Love Athletica app.

got a burning question?

Message us on 0483 940 726 for a fast response or email us here for answers to any burning questions you have and our customer service team will aim to respond within 24hours.

You can also reach us on 03 8060 6725. We may be busy taking class however please feel free to leave a message should we miss you.

Class cancellations are not taken by message you must cancel via the website or app.