GLA:D® at Physio Pilates Proactive
Feel stronger. Move easier. Live better.
What is GLA:D®?
GLA:D® (Good Life with osteoArthritis: Denmark) is a world-leading exercise and education program for people with hip or knee osteoarthritis now available at Physio Pilates Proactive.
Led by specially trained physiotherapists, GLA:D® is designed to help you manage joint pain without surgery and regain the freedom to move with confidence. Developed in Denmark and backed by strong research, GLA:D® is now used across the globe with real results.
Is GLA:D® right for you?
If you answer “yes” to any of the following, GLA:D® could help:
- You rely on the handrail to get up the stairs
- You avoid kneeling or playing on the floor with your grandkids
- Pain wakes you up at night
- You’re planning a holiday and want to walk without holding everyone up
- You’ve stopped gardening, dancing, or playing your favourite sport
Then it’s time to do something about it.
Through GLA:D®, you’ll build strength, improve mobility, and learn techniques to manage your pain so you can get back to the things that bring you joy.
Feel stronger. Move better. Live your life.
What’s included in the GLA:D® program?
Initial Assessment
You’ll meet one-on-one with a GLA:D-trained physiotherapist who will assess your joint function, movement, and personal goals. This ensures we tailor the program to your needs and abilities right from the start.
Two Education Sessions
You’ll learn how osteoarthritis works, what contributes to pain, and the most effective ways to manage it. This includes understanding treatment options, building healthy habits, and learning how to stay active safely.
12 Supervised Exercise Sessions (over 6 weeks)
Small group classes give you support and motivation, while your physiotherapist personalises exercises to your level. Each session focuses on building strength, improving movement, and reducing pain with progress at your pace.
3-Month Review
We’ll reassess your strength, movement, and symptoms, so you can see just how far you’ve come — and keep moving forward with confidence.
Why GLA:D® Works
- Proven to reduce pain and improve joint function
- Helps many people delay or avoid surgery altogether
- Builds lasting tools for self-managing osteoarthritis
- Enhances quality of life through movement
Who Can Join?
GLA:D® is ideal for:
- Anyone with hip or knee pain
- Those diagnosed with osteoarthritis
- People looking to avoid or delay joint surgery
- Adults wanting to regain confidence in movement
You don’t need a referral to take part – just a willingness to take that first step.
Ready to start moving with confidence again?
Join GLA:D® at Physio Pilates Proactive and take control of your joint health, for good.
FREE Education Sessions
We are running FREE Education Sessions where you can learn more about hip and knee arthritis and how GLA:D can help. You can choose any of these dates:
- Tuesday 1st April 2025
11am-12pm - Thursday 3rd April 2025
11am-12pm - Tuesday 27th May 2025
11am-12pm - Thursday 29th May 2025
11am–12pm and 5-6pm - Monday 2nd June 2025
5-6pm - Monday 28th July 2025
5–6pm - Thursday 31st July 2025
5-6pm - Thursday 24th July 2025
11am-12pm - Tuesday 29th July 2025
11am-12pm - Tuesday 23rd September 2025
11am-12pm - Thursday 25th September 2025
11am-12pm - Monday 20th October 2025
5-6pm - Thursday 23rd October 2025
5-6pm
To book your place, please see one of our friendly team, call us on (08) 8339 3188 or book online.
Course start dates:
- Thursday 10th April to 22nd May (Tuesdays and Thursdays 11am – 12pm)
- Thursday 5th June to 17th July (Tuesdays and Thursdays 11am – 12pm)
- Thursday 12th June to 24th July (Mondays and Thursdays 5 – 6pm)
- Monday 4th August to 18th September (Mondays and Thursdays 5 – 6pm)
- Tuesday 5th August to 18th September (Tuesdays and Thursdays 11am – 12pm)
- Tuesday 30th September to 13th November (Tuesdays and Thursdays 11am – 12pm)
- Thursday 30th October to 11th December (Mondays and Thursdays 5 – 6pm)
If you have any further questions, please speak to our GLA:D Coordinator, Gwendalyn Schmidt on (08) 8339 3188 or email gwendalynschmidt@pilatesproactive.com.au.