All instructors, therapists and trainers hold industry recognised qualifications, have public liability insurance and are registered with the relevant professional register. If you are a teacher or instructor and would like to join the team please follow link to; Instructor's Business Package
Pauline Ward founder and business owner of Absolute Yoga and Pilates; Pauline has been working in the Fitness Industry teaching health and fitness classes for many years. During her career she worked with YMCA Fitness Industry Training, Everyone Active, Nuffield Health, The Register of Exercise Professionals and SkillsActive, the Sector Skills Council for Active Leisure, Learning and Well-being. Her key areas of expertise are teaching and coaching face to face health, fitness and well-being exercise sessions and addressing stress management through yoga and Pilates. Pauline has a natural ability to ensure all participants feel at ease and are given individual attention, encouragement and correction with their exercise technique.
Pauline holds Level 3 qualifications to teach Pilates, Hatha Yoga and is a Specialist Ante & Post Natal Exercise Instructor.
Pauline holds Level 3 qualifications to teach Pilates, Hatha Yoga and is a Specialist Ante & Post Natal Exercise Instructor.
Wendy Allen's professional career has been in social work and learning and development. However away from work she has a lifelong interest in keeping fit and healthy with exercise and the outdoors.
Wendy discovered Pilates (with Pauline) a few years ago and it very quickly became her new passion. Having completed all the courses Pauline had to offer, Wendy signed up for the level 3 Diploma in Classical Mat Pilates and is now teaching Pilates and receiving rave reviews.
Wendy believes that the principles of Pilates improve the quality of everyday life. It makes us physically stronger with a mindful approach and creates a sense of space to ease us through our busy schedules.
Wendy will share her enthusiasm and love of Pilates in a caring and supportive way to ensure you enjoy the best experience from every Pilates lesson. Follow link to read Wendy's story 'What a difference a year makes.'
Wendy discovered Pilates (with Pauline) a few years ago and it very quickly became her new passion. Having completed all the courses Pauline had to offer, Wendy signed up for the level 3 Diploma in Classical Mat Pilates and is now teaching Pilates and receiving rave reviews.
Wendy believes that the principles of Pilates improve the quality of everyday life. It makes us physically stronger with a mindful approach and creates a sense of space to ease us through our busy schedules.
Wendy will share her enthusiasm and love of Pilates in a caring and supportive way to ensure you enjoy the best experience from every Pilates lesson. Follow link to read Wendy's story 'What a difference a year makes.'
Adriana Ward qualified as an Exercise to Music Instructor at the tender age of 16 and has loved teaching ever since. She is passionate about movement, dance and fitness. Adriana graduated from Havering College, Ardleigh Green with a Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma in Performing Arts (Musical Theatre) with triple grade; Distinction, Merit, Merit. Her education included: jazz, ballet and tap. She qualified as a Level 3 Pilates teacher in July 2017 and completed a 500 hour Hatha Yoga diploma in November 2018. Adriana teaches Yoga, Pilates, Barre Pilates and Exercise to Music classes. Adriana will make you welcome, encourage and entertain you with a fun and inclusive class.
Amber Worth is a living, breathing example of the positive benefits yoga can bring to your life and it is her passion to share these benefits with you. She trained in London with her teacher, Lucinder Beatty, as part of Yoga London and holds a 200-hour Yoga Alliance certificate.
Increased healing and energy, a calmer more peaceful life, as well as strengthening and conditioning your body, are just a few of the benefits you’ll receive from Amber’s yoga classes. During a class with Amber, you will be safely guided through posture work, breath awareness and deep relaxation, whilst being encouraged to open up your sense of curiosity and surrender to who you truly are in that present moment.
Increased healing and energy, a calmer more peaceful life, as well as strengthening and conditioning your body, are just a few of the benefits you’ll receive from Amber’s yoga classes. During a class with Amber, you will be safely guided through posture work, breath awareness and deep relaxation, whilst being encouraged to open up your sense of curiosity and surrender to who you truly are in that present moment.
Charlotte Ward qualified with Drummond Education as a Level 3 Pilates Teacher in July 2017 and completed a 500 hour Hatha Yoga diploma in November 2018. Charlotte studied Health and Social Care at college and achieved triple distinction*. Whilst studying she found it was the human body that fascinated her most and decided this is the area she would like to continue her studies and growth. Charlotte's teaching style has a beautiful flow. With her gentle and relaxing voice you will be guided seamlessly through an hour of restorative Pilates or mindful Yoga.
Paula Restarick qualified Yoga and Meditation teacher, Ayurveda Therapist, Reiki Master, Holistic Therapy Tutor/Assessor and Natural Beauty Therapist.
Paula is passionately committed to introducing people to a Holistic/Yogic approach to life. She has been living, practicing and studying spirituality, natural healing therapies and Yoga for over 30 years; here in the UK and through yearly visits to India. Through self-enquiry, personal development, extensive training courses/qualifications and daily yoga practice, Paula discovered the transformative effects that Yoga has on mental, emotional and physical wellbeing.
Inspired to live a Yogini lifestyle and a desire to share with others the inner & outer transformational powers of Yoga, Paula teaches spiritual yoga and holistic therapy/Ayurveda at a private holistic healing school.
Paula Restarick qualified Ayurveda Therapist and Holistic Healing Therapist: Holistic Yogini
Paula is passionately committed to introducing people to a Holistic/Yogic approach to life. She has been living, practicing and studying spirituality, natural healing therapies and Yoga for over 30 years; here in the UK and through yearly visits to India. Through self-enquiry, personal development, extensive training courses/qualifications and daily yoga practice, Paula discovered the transformative effects that Yoga has on mental, emotional and physical wellbeing.
Inspired to live a Yogini lifestyle and a desire to share with others the inner & outer transformational powers of Yoga, Paula teaches spiritual yoga and holistic therapy/Ayurveda at a private holistic healing school.
Paula Restarick qualified Ayurveda Therapist and Holistic Healing Therapist: Holistic Yogini
Kiran Kaur is passionate about helping people holistically using various methods of healing. She believes in the balance of Mind, Body and Spirit for a harmonious life. Kiran is an Integrative Counsellor and through her life journey has experienced unbalanced chakras and how these impact on the functioning of the human body. Kiran uses Gong Healing as part of the relaxation in her class and runs Gong Baths for a unique experience. She is very keen to help people heal on a deeper level and bring consciousness through her work.
Kiran trained with the Sahej Academy in Kundalini yoga and completed her Gong training with Mehtaab Benton. Kiran is also a Reiki healer and trained with Silver Ray healing Therapies and has completed Mental Health first aid with MHFAere to edit.
Kiran trained with the Sahej Academy in Kundalini yoga and completed her Gong training with Mehtaab Benton. Kiran is also a Reiki healer and trained with Silver Ray healing Therapies and has completed Mental Health first aid with MHFAere to edit.
Olabisi Imafidon qualified Yoga and Mini me Yoga teacher.
"I have been involved in sport and fitness for more than 20 years. During this time, I have undertaken various Continuous Professional Development (CPD) which has provided me with the skills and knowledge to coach, improve people’s fitness and design individual training programmes, demonstrate good technique and show people the benefits of getting active. I currently teach Boxfit, Hulafit, Deep Water Workout, Floatfit, Yoga, Pilates. I also a qualified Running Coach and Triathlon Coach and I deliver supported gym sessions, Walking Football and Walking Basketball for the West Ham United Foundation 150 programme for participants at risk of Diabetes. I am passionate about making a difference."
"I have been involved in sport and fitness for more than 20 years. During this time, I have undertaken various Continuous Professional Development (CPD) which has provided me with the skills and knowledge to coach, improve people’s fitness and design individual training programmes, demonstrate good technique and show people the benefits of getting active. I currently teach Boxfit, Hulafit, Deep Water Workout, Floatfit, Yoga, Pilates. I also a qualified Running Coach and Triathlon Coach and I deliver supported gym sessions, Walking Football and Walking Basketball for the West Ham United Foundation 150 programme for participants at risk of Diabetes. I am passionate about making a difference."
Sarah Bence has been working in the health care setting for over 15 years and qualified as a physiotherapist in 2008. She is currently a specialist in Pediatric Physiotherapy. Sarah has worked with many different people from care of the elderly, stroke patients intensive care and in a variety of settings from hospitals to community and specialist centres such as Great Ormond Street Hospital. Previous to Physiotherapy, Sarah completed her degree in Human Biology and Sports Science and as part of this course was able also to gain a diploma in Holistic Aromatherapy Massage.
Contact Sarah for a sports massage (for a specific injury) or a relaxing massage tailored to you individual needs. Massages will be delivered in your own home. Mobile: 07855 180 815 Email sarahvbence@gmail.com
Contact Sarah for a sports massage (for a specific injury) or a relaxing massage tailored to you individual needs. Massages will be delivered in your own home. Mobile: 07855 180 815 Email sarahvbence@gmail.com
Rebecca Weissbort is passionate about health, fitness and wellbeing. As a fitness instructor for many years, she specialized in helping people with a range of medical conditions to feel better and more in control of their own health. As an educator and thought leader, Rebecca is a published author, speaker and coach. She was instrumental in the design of many of the courses available to fitness instructors today. With a background in psychology, behaviour change and fitness, Rebecca is a qualified NLP and CBT coach and has completed a 500 hour Level 3 Hatha Yoga diploma. Rebecca now focuses her attention on supporting people as a coach and mentor. Her passion in wellbeing leads her to be an inspirational coach specializing in women in their middle years and those going through any kind of change in life.
Contact Rebecca for life coaching: hello@rebeccaweissbort.com or visit her facebook page: @getyourmojobackcoach
Contact Rebecca for life coaching: hello@rebeccaweissbort.com or visit her facebook page: @getyourmojobackcoach
Hazel Harris Following a career as a primary school teacher spanning 25 years, Hazel commenced training at The London School of Sports Massage, where in 2013, she gained a level 5 ISRM/BTEC in Remedial Soft Tissue Therapy and Clinical Massage.
She works in a private physiotherapy practice, where she specialises in soft tissue therapy techniques, and gives advice on remedial exercises and lifestyle factors that can aid recovery and improve quality of life.
More recently Hazel has trained and qualified as a Level 3 Matwork Pilates instructor. This has enabled her to introduce Pilates for patients, as well as building her own Pilates business in Sandhurst and Crowthorne.
Hazel brings an informal and fun style to her teaching combined with a strong clinical background, clients can rest assured, they are in safe hands.
Hazel practices what she preaches, using the fundamentals of Pilates to enjoy her favourite activities; open water swimming, cycling, and hiking. Follow link to read Hazel's story 'The Courage to Make Change'.
She works in a private physiotherapy practice, where she specialises in soft tissue therapy techniques, and gives advice on remedial exercises and lifestyle factors that can aid recovery and improve quality of life.
More recently Hazel has trained and qualified as a Level 3 Matwork Pilates instructor. This has enabled her to introduce Pilates for patients, as well as building her own Pilates business in Sandhurst and Crowthorne.
Hazel brings an informal and fun style to her teaching combined with a strong clinical background, clients can rest assured, they are in safe hands.
Hazel practices what she preaches, using the fundamentals of Pilates to enjoy her favourite activities; open water swimming, cycling, and hiking. Follow link to read Hazel's story 'The Courage to Make Change'.
Rachel Bridges has been working in the fitness industry for 20 years. She qualified as an Exercise to Music and Gym Instructor in 1997 whilst at University studying for a BA degree in Primary Education. She began her teaching career but still managed to teach the odd aerobics class of an evening! After the birth of her two children, Rachel reduced her hours at school and started teaching more exercise classes. Rachel attended Pilates on the recommendation of her osteopath to aid recovery from an injury, and was instantly hooked! After a year of self practice and further training Rachel qualified with JPilates as a Level 3 Pilates Instructor in December 2014. Rachel owns her own Pilates business, The Pilates Bridge: thepilatesbridge.co.uk/
Sarah Bolitho has been in the industry for over 25 years, working in most disciplines from PT, gym and aerobics to walking, Pilates and yoga and with a diverse range of clients and populations during her career.
Her key areas of expertise are exercise referral, mental health, pre/post natal, diabetes/obesity, disability, behaviour change and weight management and she is particularly keen on promoting activity in the natural environment.
Sarah is a leading Exercise Referral specialist having worked on a large scheme for over a decade and has been delivering the qualification for many years. She has designed and delivered Level 4 qualifications in Obesity/Diabetes and Mental Health and also holds the Level 4 Back Care and Cancer Rehabilitation qualifications.
This expertise led her to set up a specialist training company, Exact Training, to provide specialist exercise professionals with training and CPD and she also works with CanRehab on their level 4 qualification.
Sarah has co-authored six books including five in the Complete Guide to… series and is a regular contributor to various magazines including REPs journal and Fitpro as well as mainstream publications such as Red and Woman & Home and is a regular speaker at industry conventions and conferences.
Her key areas of expertise are exercise referral, mental health, pre/post natal, diabetes/obesity, disability, behaviour change and weight management and she is particularly keen on promoting activity in the natural environment.
Sarah is a leading Exercise Referral specialist having worked on a large scheme for over a decade and has been delivering the qualification for many years. She has designed and delivered Level 4 qualifications in Obesity/Diabetes and Mental Health and also holds the Level 4 Back Care and Cancer Rehabilitation qualifications.
This expertise led her to set up a specialist training company, Exact Training, to provide specialist exercise professionals with training and CPD and she also works with CanRehab on their level 4 qualification.
Sarah has co-authored six books including five in the Complete Guide to… series and is a regular contributor to various magazines including REPs journal and Fitpro as well as mainstream publications such as Red and Woman & Home and is a regular speaker at industry conventions and conferences.
