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15 Aug 2026
qualia has announced a new collaboration with Fluidform, the internationally acclaimed movement practice founded by Kirsten King, bringing a guest-led wellness experience to the private sanctuary of Hamilton Island’s luxury resort, in the heart of the Great Barrier Reef.
The self-guided series features 3-day qualia Reset, 5-day qualia Recharge and 7-day qualia Transformation itineraries, created by King specifically for qualia guests. Each program offers guests a restorative way to move and recover, progressing through post-flight recovery, strength, restoration, and mindful movement at a pace entirely their own.
The experience is exclusively available to qualia guests via their smartphone, with the option to stream sessions to their in-room television, offering the flexibility to move through the program in the privacy of their pavilion, or closer to nature, whether amid the resort’s tropical gardens, or in a quiet corner of Pebble Beach with the Coral Sea as a backdrop. As part of the itineraries, King recommends pairing each session with island walks, time on the water and spa treatments, adding gentle structure to movement and rest across a stay.
Rebecca Hamey, General Manager at qualia, said the collaboration is a natural fit for the resort, complementing qualia’s broader approach to personalised wellbeing and quiet luxury.
"We are delighted to introduce Fluidform at qualia as a new addition to our wellness offering. Our guests do not come to qualia for a schedule; they come to escape one. Our collaboration with Kirsten King and Fluidform reflects that spirit, free of scheduled classes so each guest can shape their stay exactly as they choose. It’s exactly what qualia offers: deeply personalised experiences, be it wellness, dining or connection with the island and the heart of the reef."
King said the collaboration reflects a broader shift in how guests want to experience wellness when travelling.
“Over the past decade we’ve seen a fundamental change in how people want to experience wellness.
We wanted to create an experience that allows guests to truly slow down, reconnect with themselves and return home feeling stronger, more balanced, and deeply restored. True luxury is not simply having access to wellness. It is having the freedom to experience it on your own time, in your own space, without compromise.
Together with qualia, we have designed a complete movement journey that follows the rhythm of travel itself, from arriving after a flight and releasing tension, to rebuilding strength, restoring balance, and embracing moments of mindfulness throughout your stay. It is a holistic experience that complements every part of the qualia journey and allows guests to return home feeling physically and mentally renewed.”
The Fluidform collaboration will debut at qualia during Hamilton Island Race Week 2026, before continuing as a permanent offering exclusive to qualia guests.
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About Fluidform and founder Kirsten King
Founded by Kirsten King in 2012, Fluidform is Australia’s leading functional movement and Pilates brand, recognised globally for its intelligent approach to movement, strength and longevity. Built on the principles of functional strength, postural alignment and the mind-body connection, Fluidform has grown into a globally recognised movement method delivered through premium studios, its digital platform Fluidform at Home, wellness retreats and strategic luxury partnerships.
Kirsten King’s highly personalised approach has cultivated a loyal international community, with clients ranging from elite athletes to those navigating rehabilitation and different stages of life. Through Fluidform, she empowers people to move with purpose, wherever they are in the world.
About qualia
qualia is a private retreat located on the secluded northern-most tip of Hamilton Island, offering an intimate expression of Australian luxury in the heart of the Great Barrier Reef. Comprising just 61 private pavilions, alongside the exclusive Beach House and Residence, qualia combines barefoot luxury, personalised service, and extraordinary access to the Whitsunday Islands. Guests enjoy award-winning dining, holistic spa experiences, and immersive encounters with the Great Barrier Reef, including Whitehaven Beach, Heart Reef, and Journey to the Heart. A proud member of Luxury Lodges of Australia, qualia has been recognised with a MICHELIN Key, and awarded Condé Nast Traveller’s Triple Crown 2026, with honours in the publication’s Gold List, Readers’ Choice Awards and Spa Awards.
Media enquiries
Caroline Denyer
Group Communications Manager
Hamilton Island
pr@hamiltonisland.com.au
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