I’ve always had a fairly good fitness level, having enjoyed sports at school, and followed many exercise ‘fads’ over the years.
After the birth of my first child I suffered from sciatica and this is when my problems with back pain first started. After years of physio to temporarily cure the problem, my back completely seized. Consultation with a back specialist and luckily avoiding the knife, a physio started me on a range of Pilates style exercises and encouraged me to find a Pilates teacher to help with the back pain.
When an opportunity arose for me to look for a new career direction, I knew I wanted to train as a Pilates teacher. After a detailed research of the courses in the market, I chose Body Control Pilates as their qualification not only concentrated on the exercises but on the theory behind the movement as well as a great network of experienced Pilates teacher offering teacher training.
After completing 13 days of tuition, over 70 hours of teacher training, several written essays, two theory exams, including one of the hardest anatomy exams I’d experienced since my O’levels and a practical assessment. I successful completed these elements culminated in my qualification - Body Control Pilates Matwork Certification REPs (Active IQ) Level 3 Pilates Certificate.
This qualification gives me the confidence to work closely with Medical professionals to improve clients overall well being.
Being part of a progressive organisation, I look forward to expanding my qualifications with BCP over time as well as working closely with other professionals to offer the most up to date classes to my clientele.