What is Pilates Tasmania doing?

• Our instructors have been asked not to come to work if they are experiencing flu-like symptoms, have recently returned from travelling overseas, or have been in close contact with a confirmed case of COVID-19 in the last 14 days.
• If instructors are feeling unwell, they have been asked not to attend class or teach until such a time that they have been assessed by their primary health care provider.
• If any of our members or instructors have travelled overseas, or have been in close contact with a confirmed case of COVID-19 in the last 14 days, the above special restrictions also apply.
• Members and staff are required to notify Pilates Tasmania if any of the above situations apply to themselves (or their families), as they will be required to undertake self-isolation for 14 days, and not be able to attend classes.
• Instructors have been reminded to practice good hand hygiene protocol, including hand washing procedures and the use of antibacterial sanitiser.
• There will be no hands on cueing at this time, and we will rely on verbal instructions only.
• We encourage members to place mats further apart than usual to practice social distancing.
  
• We have hand sanitiser available to all members and instructors, and we recommend that all individuals apply hand sanitiser prior to attending and upon leaving class. Alternatively we encourage everyone to wash hands with soap and water regularly and avoid placing hands around the face and mouth.

During this time of increased caution we want all our members to feel reassured and safe within our classes. The health and safety of our members and instructors always remains our primary focus. We will continue to monitor the situation and act on any advice received and ensure we maintain communication about any developments or changes to our schedule. We also believe that maintaining regular exercise is beneficial in boosting immunity and reducing stress, and encourage you to strengthen your system by making sleep a priority and eating nutrient rich foods, and drink sufficient amounts of water. 

For anyone seeking the latest advice, information and resources, please visit the Australian Government Department of Health and The World Health Organisation or call the National Coronavirus Health Information Line on 1800 020 080, both of which provide health and information on the outbreak. If you have any concerns about your health please speak with your Doctor and also feel free to contact me directly for any other reason in relation to this email.