About Us

Pilates Instructor | Lecturer in Psychology & Education | Dog Lover

I’m a full-time university lecturer in Psychology and Education and have been teaching fitness classes since 2012 - including Pilates since 2018. I live with my husband, Jack, and our three dogs: Monty, Ernie, and Ronnie.

After a lower back injury in 2017, I discovered first-hand how powerful Pilates can be for rehabilitation and everyday wellbeing. I love that Pilates challenges everyone - whatever your level - and that every week brings progress you can feel.

I’m passionate about creating friendly, welcoming classes where people can move safely, build strength, and enjoy that shared community energy.

Beyond Pilates, my work focuses on neurodiversity and education. I co-develop national psychoeducational resources for autistic and ADHD children (now used across NHS Trusts, councils, and schools), have co-authored a parliamentary report on the support needs of autistic young people in the UK and advised the House of Lords on further development of the Autism Act (2009).

Outside work, you’ll find me training the dogs, walking in the countryside, running with Ernie, or recharging with good food and a quiet weekend - because balance matters as much as strength!

Qualifications

• Certified APPI Matwork Pilates for Women’s Health Instructor
  Pilates & the Pelvic Floor, Pilates for Menopause, Ante & Postnatal Pilates

• Senior Fellow, Higher Education Academy (SFHEA), 2023

• PhD, 2019 | MSc Psychological Research, 2010 | BSc (Hons) Psychology, 2009

• Lecturer in Psychology & Education, UK University, 2019–present

• Guest Lecturer in Lower Back Rehabilitation, 2020–present

• Level 3 Modern Pilates Matwork, 2018 | Level 3 Anatomy & Physiology, 2018

• Les Mills Advanced Instructor (Body Attack, Body Pump)

• Exercise to Music (ETM), 2011

Professional Registration

• British Psychological Society (BPS)

• Australian Physiotherapy and Pilates Institute (APPI) Health Group 2024-present

Pilates Instructor | Physiotherapist | Former Royal Marine Commando

After 13 years in the Royal Marines - specialising in physical training and rehabilitation - I retrained as a Physiotherapist, achieving a first-class BSc (Hons) and PhD at Sheffield Hallam University. I’m now a Senior Lecturer in Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation and teach across university and NHS programmes.

I’ve spent over 25 years helping people move well - from injured Royal Marines to stroke survivors - and I’m passionate about helping everyone reach their potential through safe, effective, and motivating exercise.

Outside work, I’m an all-round sports fanatic and a former boxer and rugby player. I keep active walking and running with our dogs and still love a good gym session. I’m also an artist, specialising in detailed pet portraits in graphite pencil.

Qualifications 

• Level 3 Pilates Teacher

• PhD, 2012 | BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy, 2007

• Senior Lecturer in Sports Therapy & Rehabilitation, 2019–present

• Fellow, Higher Education Academy (FHEA), 2020

• Advanced Sports Therapist, 2003

• Joint Services Rehabilitation Instructor, 2001

• Royal Marines Physical Training Instructor, 1998

Professional Registration

• Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registered Physiotherapist PH 83994