Following an active childhood competing as a gymnast, I applied for my first fitness qualification with the YMCA at the age of 18. In my pursuit to stay fit and active, I began teaching multiple genres of group fitness classes. I moved to London to start university and I continued to teach classes and work as a personal trainer for Holmes Place Health clubs. Fortunately for me,  London was at the height of the fitness explosion. The bountiful metropolis opened many doors and gave me an abundance of opportunities working in every corner of the city.

After gaining a B.Sc degree in Exercise Science, I was able to take on more qualifications with the company who had invested in me. As the years went on and continuing to teach high energy classes, I suffered multiple injuries with ongoing pain, inflammation and fatigue. Diagnosed with an autoimmune disorder, this “red flag” moment was the wakeup call that I needed. I began to re-evaluate my relationship with my own wellness, exploring different types of movement, alternative medicine and therapies, nutrition and meditation. I immersed myself deeply and found a wealth of knowledge that provided me with the wisdom to live holistically. Nutrition and lifestyle had a big part to play in my healing process and I began to practice Yoga & Pilates. As much as I enjoyed both immensely, it was Pilates that made a profound impact on my recovery. Seeing and feeling the huge benefits Pilates had on my own body, ignited my passion to go deeper.