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I’m a Mom to a fab four year old boy who keeps me fit at forty lol

I’ve always had a big love for health, wellbeing and fitness but also having a balance with a glass of wine or two lol

I’ve always been into all sorts of activities, sports and athletics at school and after that, I got into the gym and classes, this led to my love for street dance, where I trained with a crew for very long hours for around 7 years.

I’ve ran sports and dance clubs for adults and kids for over 15 years.  I currently teach and I am fully qualified in fitness classes, Dance, Yoga, Aerial and Pilates, in schools and gyms. I love it!  It does not feel like work.  I thrive off sharing my passion and motivation and seeing people feel good and achieve their goals.

I’m continually learning, I love taking part in all sorts of activities from water sports, skiing to pole fitness and travelling around the UK and Europe to an array of workshops and fitness events.

I’m passionate about the benefits of exercise for our all over wellbeing and self esteem.  I like to be eco friendly and resourceful as much as possible, and cycle and walk to wherever I can.  I love nature and growing my own fruit, veg and gardening. I love food, a big reason why I like to keep active.  I really enjoy cooking and making healthy creations. 

As I increase in years I especially appreciate the benefits of keeping fit and active but also having the balance with resting and looking after your body with restorative yoga and massages.

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Fitness has been a huge part of my life and now being able to share this passion with others through instructing classes has always been a goal for me.

After graduating from university I qualified as a Personal Trainer and Group exercise instructor and haven’t looked back since.

After retiring from Cycling for GB I turned my focus to running, specifically Ultra Running. I use my experiences as an elite athlete to guide, inspire and motivate my clients and class attendees. I’ve always found that mixing with like-minded, upbeat and inspirational people does as much for your mental health as the physical work in the class does for your fitness.

I have experience working with all age groups and abilities and tailor the classes to cater to suit those who attend. Fitness should be about enjoyment and not just about ‘burning those calories’.

Being able to be part of an individual’s fitness journey, no matter the end goal, is massively rewarding and what drives me to provide the best classes I possibly can.

Can’t wait to see you at Deanslade

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I have spent most of my fitness career teaching a wide variety of classes, such as Zumba, Pilates, combat, spin, kettle bells and so much more.

I love how group exercise brings people together who are all there to reach a common goal. With this in mind I like to make their experience with me as fun and as effective as possible, as I believe that fitness and training can be enjoyable as well as results driven. So why not join me on my next session. See you soon. Brad.

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I have been practicing yoga for over 15 years and I’ve found it invaluable in helping to manage some complex health conditions and also anxiety. 

I love Vinyasa flow yoga as the breath to movement style is like a moving meditation. Vinyasa can be a strong practice but I love to teach a multi level option class so it is beginner friendly through to experienced yogis. 

I am friendly, caring , open and a life loving person who is ready to inspire you on the mat.

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I am Sarah. I grew up in Lichfield and since then have spent the past 14 years teaching dance in the UK, Bermuda and most recently Cape Town , South Africa.

I have over 16 years of experience working as a fully qualified ISTD Modern, Tap and Ballet teacher . Over the 16 years I have also taught RAD ballet, pointe, conditioning and jazz classes to both children and adults across the globe.When the pandemic hit South Africa in 2023, I found myself leaning towards yoga, a practice that made me feel grounded, optimistic and above all else, good. I went on to complete my 200HR yoga teacher training programme with Wellness Connection, Cape Town and I then continued my children’s training with Cosmic Kids UK and Yogi Bearz SA.

I moved back to the UK in January 2023 and opened the Happy Human Collective. Teaching children over the years and the transformation within them was the catalyst for Happy Human Collective. I believe every child is equal and deserving of the chance to express themselves fully and safely, and this is at the heart of everything we do at Happy Human.

I look forward to sharing my love of dance , movement and fitness with you all.

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Karen Lovell is a teacher and practitioner of shamanic kundalini yoga, offering a body of work grounded in ancient shamanic traditions, chakra energetics, and the transformative path of kundalini awakening. 

Through guided practice, ceremony, and embodied inquiry, she supports individuals in reconnecting with their inner wisdom and the natural world. Karen is currently developing Fall in Love with Yourself, a series exploring the relationship between emotion, energy, and the sacred body as a path to self-remembrance.

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I’m Katie and I fell in love with yoga during my pregnancy with my first daughter. I felt a beautiful connection with my baby when I learned to use restorative poses, relaxation and meditation. Yoga and pranayama really helped me through the birth of both my daughters!

My yoga practice really flourished when I discovered vinyasa flow and ashtanga yoga. I felt so alive, I loved the meditative flow and energy surging through my body whilst stilling my mind. This was the inspiration for completing my 200-hour YTT. I soon began teaching yoga in the community and thereafter founded ‘Soul Yoga & Relaxation’.

I am a busy mother to two daughters and a secondary school teacher; specialising in Post-16 education. Teaching is an incredibly fulfilling career and I love working with teens, no two days are the same. However, all this means that my yoga mat is my sanctuary. I design yoga and meditation lessons that reduce stress, move the body and calm the mind because this is what I need too!

My daughters inspired me to teach kids’ yoga and mindfulness. I run retreats and workshops to allow yogis to explore the practices at a deeper level and escape the busyness of everyday life and come back to themselves.

My favourite place is the beach at sunset or walking in nature.

So that’s me – Katie – I look forward to guiding you through ♥️

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I’ve been in the fitness industry since 1995.

I’ve qualified in group exercise and progressed onto Group Cycling, Step, Aqua, Body Pump, Body Balance and taught good old fashioned aerobics and body conditioning.

Due to minor injuries I found a real interest in the more holistic style classes, Pilates and especially Yoga, mind, body and spirit.

I love this industry and the diversity of all the styles of classes out there.

More than anything, I love meeting the people who attend the classes and the impact that this industry has on everyone.

I never take this job for granted. I feel privileged to have this “job” / passion.

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Wendy Hill is an award-winning, BANT-registered Nutritional Therapist, health coach, yoga teacher and founder of HillStart Nutrition. She is the author of the Amazon bestselling book Nourish to Flourish: Transform your health in just 28 days and host of the long-running Fab Female Nutrition podcast.

Wendy works closely with her clients to uncover the potential underlying causes of their health concerns. She has a particular interest in gut health, hormone balance and healthy ageing, helping people make sense of their symptoms and better understand what their body may need.

Her highly personalised approach brings together nutrition, lifestyle coaching and advanced functional testing where appropriate. Rather than relying on generic plans or complicated wellness trends, Wendy focuses on practical, sustainable changes that fit into real life - helping her clients eat well, feel stronger and enjoy better long-term health.

Wendy has practised yoga for more than ten years and trained as a teacher in 2022 after experiencing its benefits for managing stress and supporting her own health through midlife. Her friendly, inclusive classes are open to everyone, regardless of gender, experience or ability.

Alongside her clinical practice and yoga teaching, Wendy regularly delivers nutrition talks and wellbeing workshops. She has also catered for Deanslade’s fitness retreats, combining her professional nutrition knowledge with her genuine love of cooking and sharing delicious, nourishing food.

Find out more about Wendy and her nutrition services:

hillstart.me.uk

Discover Wendy’s Amazon bestselling book, Nourish to Flourish:

nourishtoflourishbook.co.ukMeet Wendy, a passionate advocate for women's health and empowerment. As a Nutritional Therapist, Nutrigenomics Practitioner, yoga teacher, and host of the weekly podcast "Fab Female Nutrition," Wendy is dedicated to helping women navigate the complexities of health, longevity, and menopause.

After practising yoga for over ten years and personally experiencing the positive impact it had on her menopause symptoms, Wendy decided in 2022 to train as a teacher initially to deepen her knowledge. She has since fallen in love with teaching and is delighted to be part of the team at Deanslade. Whilst her passion is for female health, her classes are open to all whatever gender or ability.

With a dynamic approach, Wendy regularly presents to groups on topics such as hormone health, holistic wellness, and embracing the journey of mid-life. Through group programs, she empowers women to take control of their hormonal balance, understand their body's unique needs, and make sustainable lifestyle changes for a healthier future. If you would like to know more about her nutrition work visit her website www.hillstart.me.uk

Wendy's mission is simple yet profound: to inspire all females to recognise their inherent worth and feel amazing, today, tomorrow, and every day. 

Join her in the journey to optimal health and vitality!

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With three decades of yoga practice and more than a decade of teaching experience, I bring knowledge, curiosity and compassion to every class. I have taught yoga since 2013 in both the UK and Norway, where I lived for five years. I am a Senior Yoga Teacher and Yoga Teacher Trainer with Yoga Professionals (formerly Yoga Alliance UK), and have been training yoga teachers since 2021.

My own yoga journey began at university, when I discovered yoga as a way of supporting IBS. Over the years, I have come to understand that anxiety is also part of my experience, and that yoga, mindfulness and meditation bring me calmness and clarity during times of overwhelm. This personal experience shapes the way I teach: with compassion, without judgement and with the understanding that what each person needs from yoga can be very different.

Initially qualified in Hatha and Vinyasa Yoga, I have continued to learn and expand my knowledge, qualifying in Yin and Restorative Yoga, as well as specialist training in yoga for children, ADHD and autism. My Yin studies include training with internationally respected teachers Sarah Powers, Paul Grilley and Bernie Clark.

Women’s health is a particular passion. I am qualified in yoga for fertility, pregnancy, postnatal recovery, hormonal health, the menstrual cycle and menopause, and deliver teacher training in Menstrual Cycle Awareness and Hormonal Yoga. I am also a Red School Menstruality Mentor, supporting women’s spiritual wellbeing.

Beyond yoga, I am married with two daughters and love a good hike! I swim most days, complementing my personal yoga, MCA and mindfulness practices.

I am a lifelong learner and love sharing what I discover with my students. For me, yoga is so much more than a physical practice. I love beginning class by asking, “What do you need from your practice today?” so that together we can create something that supports you physically, mentally and emotionally.

Kelsey x

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Hi my name is Mark and I have been in the health and fitness industry since 2002. 

Working in health clubs with jobs roles from group exercise, to PT, to management. 

I’ve spent 15 years training the trainers and group exercise instructors as a health and fitness tutor all over the U.K and Europe, along with supporting some of the main stream gym chains with their fitness offerings.

I now oversee the health and fitness industry standards at one of the biggest training providers in the U.K regularly speak at conference events. 

I’m my spare time, I try to run, enjoy walks and complete OCRs, along with being a fair weather cyclist. Where I can, I also enjoy doing the gardening. 

I am a firm believer for work, rest, and play in life. And in fitness, getting the basics right to keep moving forwards on a healthier journey in life…you’ve got to keep things simple…and enjoyable. 

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Hi, I’m Tonia — a passionate Boxercise instructor, personal trainer, and exercise referral specialist. I love helping people move more, feel stronger, and make healthy changes that truly last. My classes include strength-based circuits and chair-based exercise sessions, which I design to be inclusive and accessible for everyone, no matter your fitness level or experience.

I also work on the National Diabetes Prevention Programme, supporting people to reduce their risk of type 2 diabetes through small, achievable lifestyle changes. I believe that health is about so much more than just exercise — it’s about feeling confident, capable, and connected.

As a proud CIMSPA member and Associate Member of the Faculty of Public Health, I’m committed to promoting wellbeing in a way that fits into real life. I’m qualified to work with women and men at all stages, including perimenopause, menopause, post-menopause, as well as older adults, people living with long-term health conditions, and those who have experienced trauma or PTSD.

My approach is compassionate and person-centred — I’ll meet you where you are, and together we’ll build the strength, balance, and confidence to support your health for life.

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Hey everyone, I'm Sarah.

A Group Fitness Instructor and Personal Trainer with over 30 years of dance experience.

My love of dance is what led me to teaching Zumba and dance fitness! I love bringing energy, fun and a little bit of sass to every class!

When I'm not teaching, you'll usually find me in the gym training women over 35, planning my next workout or out hiking and exploring somewhere new in the world.  So far I've hiked in Madeira, Switzerland, Italy and France! 

Fitness, movement and helping people feel stronger, healthier and more confident is what I love doing!

So what are you waiting for? Come and join me, let's get moving!