Meet the Team

Clinic & Studio Director

Lizelle completed her B.Sc. (Hons.) degree in Physiotherapy in South Africa. After a few years working in the NHS and Private Practice she discovered the many benefits of Pilates for herself. She completed training through Body Control and gained certification through the Australian Physiotherapy and Pilates Institute (APPI) in 2005. She continued to explore better movement and trained in fascia release and muscle energy techniques.

She is passionate about hands-on therapy and improving movement. Together with the rest of the team she continually attends training courses and conferences to bring the latest evidence based practice to her work and the practice.

She teaches Pilates on the Mat, Reformer and Springboard.

Sports Massage Therapist

Marketa qualified as a Soft Tissue Therapist at the London School of Sports Massage in 2013, with a Diploma Level 5. She has since worked with various types of clients – from top athletes (triathletes, ultra-runners, swimmers, tennis players, etc.) to post-cancer treatment patients, neuro-patients, to the World’s Strongest Man competitor! Marketa loves working together with the physios helping patients speed up their recovery by her soft tissue work.

She’s a runner/triathlete/cross-country skier herself which helps understand patients’ “niggles” and the need of getting back on track.

Sports Massage Therapist

After a career as a Banker, Maroulla decided to change direction in 2006, undertaking a Soft Tissue Therapy Diploma at the London School of Sports Massage. Maroulla firmly believes that everyone can benefit from Sports Massage, regardless of whether they are a sports person or not!  

‘I love seeing somebody leave the treatment room feeling better than when they arrived, maybe because they are moving more freely or because that tension in their neck has dissipated. Whether it is an injury or the stresses of every life, I believe Sports Massage can help’.

Physiotherapist

Milly is a Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist with over 15 years experience & now specialises in Women's Health & scar therapy. She has a particular passion for working with female athletes & women during pregnancy & the postnatal period. A new mum, she is working on getting her fitness back & enjoys helping others to do the same.  

She is a licensed Mummy MOT practitioner, for postnatal assessments, & is a registered LymphaTouch provider working with clients to optimise their scar healing following injury or surgery.

Milly has worked in the public & private health settings in the UK, Australia & New Zealand. She has also worked as a rugby pitchside first aider for over 12 years, a Sports Massage Therapist, Pilates instructor & Ashtanga Yoga instructor.

​Whilst in New Zealand she worked with elite & international multisport athletes which inspired her to begin competing in triathlon & road cycling herself. Since then she has qualified to represent Great Britain in triathlon, aquabike & road cycling in World & European Championships.

Yoga & Pilates

Sarah qualified as a Fitness Instructor 15 years ago. Since then she has trained in Yoga, Classical Pilates, Level 4 Back pain, Personal Training and GP referrals. Sarah continues to develop her knowledge through courses and workshops, ensuring that her teaching remains fresh and relevant.

Sarah says “Movement is my passion. As a teenager I slipped a disc in my back, resulting in many years of pain and eventually back surgery. With a lot of hard work I got back to health, from then on I knew I needed to make fitness my profession. Not just to keep myself healthy, but to help others be free from pain and trust in their bodies. 

In my classes I'm keen to ensure that the correct form and technique is followed, using props and equipment to aid this. I give plenty of progressions and regressions so if you want to be challenged I will help you move forward, or if you’re having ‘one of those days’ you can take it down to a level you're comfortable with. 

Whether it's a Yoga or Pilates class you are coming to, it's your hour! Ultimately I want you to leave each class feeling positive and more connected, in both mind and body."

Pilates Mat & Reformer Teacher

Alyshia is a Fully Certified STOTT PILATES® Instructor: Matwork, Reformer, Cadillac, Stability Chair, Barrels, Injuries and Special Populations (i.e. medical conditions). APPI (Australian Physiotherapy and Pilates Institute) Ante and Post-Natal.  

Alyshia uses postural analysis to adapt exercises for clients, always emphasising quality of movement and technique, encouraging strength, mobility and stability. 

Having had a professional classical Ballet career, Pilates has always been an important part of her life. Alyshia’s professional dance training began at Elmhurst Ballet School, in association with Birmingham Royal Ballet. Received a scholarship to Boston Ballet, USA. She has danced in America and Europe in productions such as: Giselle, La Bayadère, Cinderella and The Nutcracker with Boston Ballet, Cork City Ballet and, as a freelance dancer. 

Alyshia regularly attends workshops and courses to support her continued learning and professional development. 

Pilates & Barre Instructor

Linda is originally from Sweden and holds a 'JPilates Training & Education' Master diploma in Pilates which includes, Mat level 3, full selection of the equipment (large and small), pre and post-natal, Barre, pilates for the older adult, and pilates for children and teens. 

Linda is trained in both Classical Pilates as well as in a more evolved and contemporary approach.  She has a passion for the history of Pilates and is keen to keep up Joseph Pilates and his students' (the Elders) legacy through her own teaching. 

She likes to mix up her mat sessions using props from the small equipment selection, keeping sessions flowing and sometimes adding a more dynamic element. You'll be working on perfecting your technique in her classes while your individual range of movement and strength is challenged. 

Pilates Instructor

Jo is a Pilates and Level 4 Specialist Trainer with over 20 years of experience with specialisms in women's health, back pain management, sports performance and common orthopaedic conditions. 

Having trained with multiple educators including Stott Pilates and APPI, Jo continues to update her working knowledge and enjoys creating effective classes to help keep you motivated.

Regular Pilates practice has significantly contributed to Jo's background in long distance cycling and aerial fitness helping to keep injuries at bay as well as help her truly understand and test its application. 

Jo is passionate about supporting our class participants with their health goals through accessible workouts for all levels which aim to challenge and progress.