Akademie is a purpose-built Pilates academy located in the Byron Bay industrial estate, featuring separate Reformer, Mat and Private studios designed to support focused, intentional and high-quality practice.
Founded by Brad Inness and Angela Luttick, Akademie brings together scientific inquiry and embodied movement. Angela is a virologist and entrepreneur with a background in scientific research, while Brad transitioned into Pilates after a professional dance career. He holds an Advanced Diploma in Dance and an Integrated Diploma of Pilates and Teaching Methodology, grounding his teaching in both movement expertise and educational principles. Together, their perspectives have shaped the philosophy of Akademie.
Architecturally designed by Nils Brüggemann, the studio space balances the raw character of an industrial warehouse with warmth, simplicity and a sense of calm. Durable, recycled and recyclable materials were chosen for their longevity and ability to develop character over time. This approach reflects the values of Pilates itself, a long-term practice focused on strength, awareness and resilience rather than quick results.
Akademie was created in response to the changing Pilates landscape. While the growth of Pilates within mainstream fitness has introduced the method to a wider audience, it has also seen a shift toward faster-paced, workout-focused formats. At Akademie, the emphasis remains on the original intentions of the method: precision, control, balanced strength, and a deeper understanding of movement.
As training pathways and teaching approaches have diversified, Akademie seeks to return attention to the depth and integrity of the work. The focus is on quality of movement, thoughtful instruction, and understanding the body as an interconnected system.
One of Akademie’s greatest strengths is its diverse community. Students include athletes, professionals, creatives, people recovering from injury, and those simply interested in understanding their bodies more deeply.
Through discipline, alignment, inclusivity, and exploration, Akademie invites you to take your practice further, moving with precision and building lasting results.
Akademie. A curriculum for the body. A philosophy for life.
“I was very new to Pilates when I first took one of Brad’s classes. I had tried Pilates only a few times in the past, but never like this. Brad is an amazing teacher. His understanding of the body and its function enhances his skill as an instructor. His personalised instruction pushes me to my limits. I feel great after every class, and overall stronger, leaner, and more flexible.”
“After decades of martial arts, dance, surfing, Olympic-coached weightlifting, yoga instructing, and Pilates, I experience my most functional and capable movement through Brad’s teaching. He combines deep Pilates knowledge with remarkable intuition and his own extensive movement practice to create genuine transformation. I feel the best in my body that I ever have, and I’m always excited to return to class. For me, Pilates with Brad is a world-class experience and one of my favourite parts of living in Byron.”
Akademie
26/75 Centennial Cct, Byron Bay, NSW, 2481
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akademie-byron.com
