Bridging healthcare and wellness: The Hospital at Maayo partners with Evolve Movement Studio to launch pilates program

The Hospital at Maayo (THAM) is proud to announce a landmark partnership with Evolve Movement Studio, officially inaugurated on May 9, 2026. The collaboration was celebrated with a formal launch event held at the Hospital’s Physical Wellness and Rehabilitation Unit (PWRU), marking a new chapter in integrated patient care.

the partnership between THAM and Evolve Movement Studio is about more than just expanding services; it is about redefining the patient experience.

The event featured inspiring addresses from key leadership at both Evolve Movement Studio and THAM, culminating in a ceremonial ribbon-cutting to formally open the Pilates program.

“This collaboration is very meaningful to us because it brings together two things that we deeply believe in: movement and healthcare,” shared Ms. Auvrey Valmeo, Founder of Evolve Movement Studio. “Our vision has always been to create Pilates not just as a workout, but as a form of active therapy—something people can continue even after rehab to help them move better, feel stronger, and live healthier lives.”

A clinical approach to core strength

The integration of Pilates at THAM enhances existing rehabilitation services by focusing on core stability and postural alignment, essential elements for preventing injury recurrence.

Dr. Lawrence Chad Liu, Chief Operating Officer and Medical Director of THAM, emphasized the clinical benefits during the event: “We’ve come up with a focus on core strength so we not only improve balance and posture, but we decrease or hopefully eliminate the possibility of physical injuries. Eventually, people feel better with themselves, having better mental clarity and mental health. One thing leads to the other.”

Ms. Johanna Momongan, Chief Physical Therapist at The Hospital at Maayo, noted the synergy between traditional healthcare and fitness: “Over time, we begin to see how beautifully Pilates and Rehabilitation complement one another. What makes Pilates so meaningful is that it focuses on moving with intention, awareness, and control. We realize that it can be a valuable tool not only for recovery, but for prevention in the long run.”

“We hope this collaboration helps create a stronger bridge between healthcare and wellness in Cebu,” Ms. Momongan added. “Sometimes rehabilitation and fitness may be seen as completely separate, but we believe that they can work hand in hand to support a healthier and more sustainable lifestyle.”

Why choose pilates?

More than just a workout, Pilates can serve as a clinical tool for total body transformation. By integrating this practice into a rehabilitation setting, patients can experience:

Enhanced Core Stability: Build a foundation of strength that supports the spine and improves posture.

Accelerated Rehabilitation: Ideal for post-injury recovery by gently restoring mobility and function.

Mind-Body Connection: Reduce stress and improve mental focus through controlled, precise movements.

Prevention of Injury: Correct muscular imbalances and increase flexibility to protect the body against future strain.

Ready to start your movement journey? Whether you prefer the company of a group class or the focused attention of a private session, bookings are now available at our Physical Wellness and Rehabilitation Unit. Reach out to us at (032) 888 2662 or 0998 962 1234, or drop by our location at UN Avenue and Plaridel Street, Mandaue City, to speak with our team.

Ultimately, the partnership between THAM and Evolve Movement Studio is about more than just expanding services; it is about redefining the patient experience. Both organizations envision this space evolving into a center of excellence where clinical expertise and mindful movement coexist.

Through this collaboration, The Hospital at Maayo continues to lead the way in holistic healthcare, proving that when wellness and medicine align, the results are transformative.