Hi everyone,

Just a quick update to let you know that my On Demand library is taking a little break while I make some improvements behind the scenes and put a few better systems and procedures in place.

Everything else remains exactly the same. All of my studio classes and Zoom sessions will continue as normal, and I look forward to seeing you there.

I want the On Demand platform to be the best it can be, and at the moment it simply isn’t where I want it to be. Rather than continue with something I’m not completely happy with, I’ve decided to pause it until it’s ready.

Thank you so much for your understanding and your continued support. I’ll let you know as soon as On Demand is back and better than ever.

Take care,

Janette Bendle

One of the things I love most about Bend It with Bendle is that it’s no longer just a place where people come to exercise.

It’s become a community.

Our classes are getting bigger, our friendships are getting stronger, and there always seems to be something happening in somebody’s life that we’re celebrating together.

Birthdays, grandbabies, new babies, holidays, achievements, recoveries, new jobs and life’s challenges… we cheer each other on through all of it.

Every time I watch a new person walk through the door a little nervous, before long they’re chatting over coffee, laughing with everyone else and feeling like they’ve found their place.

That’s what makes me happiest.

My July Challenge

Now, I have a little challenge for you.

I know many of you absolutely love Tuesday and Friday mornings. They’re our coffee mornings, our laughter mornings and our catch up mornings.

But I’ve also watched you all become so much stronger. I see what you walked into my studio able to do, and I see what you’re capable of now. It’s something I’m incredibly proud of.

So here’s my challenge.

Before July is over, I’d love you to try a class you’ve never done before.

If you usually come on Tuesdays and Fridays, why not join us on Wednesday morning for our Classical Pilates and Barre class?

Or perhaps Thursday night’s 6PM Strength class?

Or Saturday morning’s 8.30AM Functional Pilates class?

What a wonderful way to start your weekend.

If you already attend two classes each week, maybe challenge yourself to add a third.

You might just discover a new favourite.

While we’re talking about classes, I’d also love your feedback.

Would you like another Mobility and Stretch class added to the timetable?

If so, what day or time would suit you best? I’d genuinely love to hear your thoughts.

Calling All Men…

One thing I’ve noticed is the huge difference between the number of women and men in our classes.

We have a wonderful group of loyal blokes who come every week, and I absolutely love that they’re comfortable training alongside the women. To me, that’s a sign of confidence. They come to improve their health, have a laugh and be part of a welcoming community.

They’d also be the first to tell you how much they’ve gained from attending over the years.

So I’d love to welcome more men into our community.

If you have a husband, partner, boyfriend, brother, father, son, uncle… or any man in your life (no questions asked! 😉), send them along.

It doesn’t matter if they can’t touch their toes.

It doesn’t matter if they’ve never done Pilates before.

It doesn’t matter if they’re stiff, sore, unfit or nervous.

We’ll meet them exactly where they’re at.

I’d especially recommend Tuesday and Thursday evenings at 6 pm or Saturday mornings at 8.30 am. And if there’s enough interest, I’d also this to be the other opportunity to offer another Strength, Mobility and Stretch class that I think many men would benefit from.

A Special Offer

Their first class is completely free.

If they enjoy it, they can then purchase 5 classes for just $55.

And if they decide they love it and stick around…

I’ll shout them a coffee!

After that, they’re just like the rest of you and become part of our wonderful Bend It with Bendle family.

Community has always been at the heart of what I do, and I truly believe men have a beautiful place in that community too.

For Those Who Prefer to Exercise at Home…

Don’t forget we also have our online platform.

If you’ve been thinking about joining, I’d absolutely love to welcome you.

But I should probably warn you.

If you’re looking for polished perfection…

The perfectly dressed instructor…

The flawless workout…

The person who never gets her words mixed up…

Or someone who never laughs at herself…

Then this probably isn’t the platform for you.

What you’ll find instead is real life.

Real classes.

Real teaching.

Real people.

Sometimes I’m teaching a group class in the studio. Sometimes I’m filming on my own. Sometimes I muddle a word, laugh at myself or have to improvise… and none of it gets edited out.

What you see is what you get.

No filters.

No pretending.

Just movement that helps you become stronger, more mobile and more confident in your body, so you can keep saying yes to life.

I wouldn’t have it any other way.

See you in class.

Janette ❤️

It’s been a great month and a particularly exciting start to June.

Last week, the Channel 9 advertising team visited the studio. I put the call out to my clients and asked if anyone would be willing to come along and help showcase what we do, while giving the crew a feel for the vibe and community we have built at Bend It with Bendle.

Well, the response was overwhelming.

Women streamed through the door, giving up their time to support me and the business they have helped build over the years. As I looked around the room, I was reminded that we have created so much more than a place to exercise.

It really is a community.

People show up for themselves, they show up for me, and they show up for each other.

Friendships have formed here. There is laughter, coffee afterwards, shared life experiences and a commitment to looking after ourselves physically and mentally as we age.

The filming crew commented several times on the beautiful energy in the room and the wonderful community that exists within these walls.

I couldn’t agree more.

These women had my back, just as they have so often over the years.

But while I often talk about women, let’s not forget the men.

Whether it’s a husband, brother, son, friend or work colleague, if they want to move better, become stronger, improve their mobility and flexibility, and maintain a body that supports them through the years ahead, they are more than welcome here.

I’ll guide them towards the classes that best suit their needs and experience level.

What we do at Bend It with Bendle isn’t about chasing perfection.

It’s about creating a stronger, more capable body for everyday life.

My focus is functional strength, mobility, flexibility, balance, core strength and movement patterns that help people move with confidence both inside and outside the studio.

I’ve been working in the industry since 1999, and the one thing I know for sure is that learning never stops. I continue to read, learn and evolve so I can bring the best possible experience to every client who walks through the door.

When people visit the studio, the thing they comment on most isn’t the workout.

It’s the atmosphere.

For all the moans, groans and whinging, everyone loves the classes.

It’s warm.

It’s welcoming.

It’s supportive.

It’s fun.

And very often, it’s funny.

Sometimes at my expense. Sometimes at someone else’s. Either way, we laugh.

This is the kind of place where people often leave feeling better than when they arrived.

Regardless of your age, fitness level, experience, shape, size or what you’re wearing, you belong here. Most people realise that pretty quickly.

And don’t forget, there are plenty of ways to train with us. You can attend classes in the studio, join us live via Zoom, or access our on-demand library from home.

And for those of you who already come to classes, here’s a gentle nudge.

Try something different this month.

Many of you are creatures of habit and faithfully attend the same one, two or three classes each week.

Mix it up.

If you come Tuesday and Friday, try Wednesday or Saturday.

If you come Wednesday and Saturday, perhaps give Tuesday or Thursday night a go.

Challenge yourself.

Different classes challenge the body in different ways, and your body will thank you for it.

And so will I.

I often say movement is the closest thing I know to a fountain of youth. Not because it stops us ageing, but because it helps us keep living well.

After more than 27 years in this industry, I still wake up excited to teach, learn and help people move better.

Thank you for allowing me to do what I love.

Janette x