Exercise, nutrition and well-being, health, performance and vitality strategies

From 87 £ /h

I am a dynamic exercise and nutrition specialist with extensive experience as a schools Director of Sport, Head of Fitness, Head of Physical Education, Food and Nutrition teacher and Head of Personal Social and Health Education. I have also been a Head of Year in a large, diverse London secondary school. As a former lead nutritionist with the England men' national football team for the 2010 World Cup campaign in South Africa, I compose detailed, food and nutrition plans specific to individual requirements and goals. Having created impactful sport and exercise, nutrition, health and performance programmes for both individuals and teams, I am acknowledged as an outstanding educator and exercise and nutrition coach noted in several former school' OFSTED inspections. I am fundamentally committed to the application of research in relation to my processes and practices. As an insightful wellbeing specialist focused on enhanced human performance, speedier recovery, and optimised wellbeing, I have a proven track record to teaching, coaching and nurturing pupils, students and young adults in relation to practical, academic, career and wellbeing advice. Having coached across the 7 - 19 age range I have vast experience of working with young people both within the education setting as well as external to it in a coach consultancy role.

Who I help - children, adolescents and young adults. I also advise adults regards to exercise, nutrition and lifestyle protocols.

How I help - I create detailed health and lifestyle protocols specific to individual needs shaped around the use of questionnaire/feedback, exercise + nutrition programmes, wellbeing protocols, targeted recipes and meal plans, nutritional supplementation, impactful meals and snack guides, healthy drink suggestions - smoothies, juices, lifestyle interventions and protocols, course and further education guidance, career pathways, academic support, additional professional support and insights.

Why I help - with a lifelong passion for personal development, education, health and wellbeing, I bring to the fore a bespoke, holistic, impactful mentorship programme specific to particular individual needs.

Extra information

You will undertake an empowering, informative, engaging process that embraces all aspects of health and well-being. In doing so, you can anticipate a significant shift in relation to all aspects of your physical, mental and emotional well-being.

Location

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At student's location :

Around Staines-upon-Thames, United Kingdom

Around Esher, United Kingdom

At teacher's location :

Merton Way, Molesey, West Molesey KT8 1PQ, UK

Online from United Kingdom

About Me

Health and fitness features prominently in my life. I exercise regularly and compete in local and regional trail running events when possible. I enjoy cooking nutritious recipes that support optimised health and performance. As one of two nutritionists for the England National Football Team during the 2009/10 season in preparation for the World Cup in South Africa, I designed health and wellness student programmes specific to their sporting and academic needs.

Having been a guest speaker at the National Schools Independent Sports Conference, (ISFA) on the topic of Sports Nutrition for Football. I enjoy presenting to groups, schools and clubs on the topic of nutrition for peak performance and personal wellbeing.I also find it hugely rewarding presenting at school assemblies and PSHE sessions on this topic.

I enjoy trekking and have participated in the 15 Peak Challenge, Snowdonia, Wales. I have trekked to Mount Everest Base Camp raising considerable funds for the Motor Neuron Disease Society, a charity very dear to me. Having also trekked the Andes in South America, I have led groups of students on residential trips to Snowdonia as part of the Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme as well as many overseas sporting tours throughout Europe.

I enjoy strength and conditioning training, cold water thermogenesis and intermittent fasting as a means to enhance health and potentiate longevity. Overseas travel has always been a feature of my life; such as visiting the mountainous region of Vietnam or the highlands of Bolivia.

I have a nine year-old daughter and a six-year-old son and enjoy spending quality time with them. My partner and I actively engage in interesting activities and experiences in order to widen our personal horizons and promote positive learning.

I am an avid podcast listener and enjoy the varied and diverse nature this style of platform provides. Music is a passion, notably live performances.

Education

University of Chester, Masters (MSc) Exercise + Nutrition

Institute of Optimum Nutrition, (Dip. ION), Nutritional Therapy

University of Bath, PGCE - Education

University of Bournemouth, Post graduate diploma, Environmental Science

Certified Personal Trainer (PT)
Certified Gym Instructor
Certified Strength + Conditioning coach

University of Plymouth, BSc - Politics/Law

Experience / Qualifications

I have been deeply immersed in exercise, nutrition, health and sporting endeavours all my life. Having been a head of sport in three former London schools as well as the lead coach across all the prominent sports, I use this experience and deep insight, in combination with my expertise in exercise and nutrition, to shape personalised, exciting and enjoyable coaching programmes.

Qualifications - see above

Age

Children (7-12 years old)

Teenagers (13-17 years old)

Adults (18-64 years old)

Seniors (65+ years old)

Student level

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

Duration

60 minutes

The class is taught in

English

Skills

Nutrition

Fitness

Sport nutrition

Availability of a typical week

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New York

At teacher's location and via webcam

At student's home

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20-24

Want to learn about exciting health, performance and well-being strategies going into 2025?

87 £ /h

Proven exercise, movement, nutrition and well-being strategies for long lasting impact and health benefits. My programme is engaging, exciting and tailor made specific to your needs and goals, whether it be increased muscle, shedding body fat, more energy, improved focus, enhanced confidence, better recovery, refreshing sleep and more. As a former director of schools sport, I have coached thousands of students between the ages of 7 - 19 to outstanding success and long lasting health benefits using these strategies.

Alex

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My three main areas of expertise (not necessarily in this order):

- Chess: I teach chess to beginners and intermediate players up to ELO 1800 or ECF 1700, working on the tactical and strategic aspects of openings, middle games and endgames.. "chess is life in miniature"!

- Fitness / Running / Triathlon: I coach people who want to get fitter and generally incorporate any endurance activity into a health(ier) lifestyle. I am a dedicated coach who has competed in several marathons and Ironman races (also qualified for the Ironman World Championship). I focus on nutrition, stress and sleep as well for a holistic approach.

- Languages: I specialize in tutoring Italian and Spanish; my style is to keep students challenged and motivated through simple classes and practical exercises (pronunciation, grammar, vocabulary).. I'm a demanding teacher but will guide you in a fun and interactive way.

Please contact me if you have any interest in spending more time and energy in any of these 3 areas, and don't forget that "Mens Sana in Corpore Sano" is a good approach to look after yourself :)

Clare

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Small group or one on one Pilates to strengthen the core, gluts, shoulders and back. Mobilise stiff joints. Stretch tight muscles.
All levels catered for but some experience preferred for groups
Equipment not essential but is recommended (foam roller/ ball/ bands)

Eddie

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Professional Chef, Worked In Hotel & Restaurant Sectors, TAKING ON STUDENTS OF ALL LEVELS, AND INTERESTS!

Covers Everything And Anything That The Student Requires, Lessons Are Flexible To Meet Students Needs! Topic Examples: Food Safety, Health & Hygiene, Knife Skills, Allergens, Dietary Requirements, Cooking Techniques, Individual Cuisines/Dishes, Specific Targeted Consumers, Menu Planning, Nutritional Information, Dieting, Vitamins & Minerals

I Am A Fully Trained Professional Chef, Has Experience Working In Hotel & Restaurant Sectors. Trained In Both Front & Back Of House Operations. Strong Knowledge Of Food & Customer Needs. Worked For The Marriott Hotels. Been Cooking Since Aged Four! Focus My Lessons To The Individual Requirements Of Each Individual.

Viola

5.0

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Would you like some low-impact activity to work on strengthening and stretching all the different group muscles? While also easing your thoughts and giving yourself a moment of relax and mindfulness? Then Pilates is for you.
I’m a qualified profession dancer and dance teacher and I can help you stretch and strengthen the core areas of your body with low-impact exercises tailored to your ability. It’s also scientifically proven that exercise also boosts your mood and confidence, so it can definitely be considered an act of self care.

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Salsa - women's footwork and styling (on1 LA style or On2 New York style) beginner Salsa partnerwork lessons (on1)

Gain dance floor confidence and the ability to dance solo or improve your musicality with your partner.
Learn online or in person at home.

Garth

5.0

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Confused about what to eat and not to eat? Struggling to lose weight? Does your energy disappear in the afternoon?
Change your nutrition WITHOUT effort and sacrifice!

I’m Garth. I’m a PT, and I can get you feeling good and looking good, even if you don’t want to workout!
I'm a fully qualified personal trainer and have been working with clients since 2013.

I gained my inspiration to change my own life from suffering severe injuries, leading to a state of depression and feeling lost.

My life changed for the better when found fitness and nutrition, before developing a deep understanding of nutrition truly changes your body and mind.

Now I want to bring my continuous learning of the past 11 years to you, in just a few weeks! I'll help you to:
- Make small changes to your nutrition for immediate improvements
- Know what to eat more of and how to incorporate this into your daily life
- Overcome barriers that are holding you back
- Not feel like you are giving up the foods you love
- Feel more energised and stronger, even if you don't like working out

I'll give you all my knowledge in small and manageable sessions. Every session, I will check in with you on your progress, celebrate your wins and help you fix what's not working.

Book your sessions with me and we can make a difference from Day One!

Esther

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Hello, my name is Esther and I have years of experience in baking. I am also a qualified baker in cakes and patisserie cake decoration and advanced cake decoration obtained at Hackney college. I am also a tutor that 8 years experience tutoring students at university level.

I can come to teach you baking in your home for minimum of two hours and there is extra cost for transport depending on the location within London.

Jay

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Nutritionist and Living-Well Coach

Hello,

My name is Jay, a Nutritionist and Living-Well Coach in London who is driven by a desire to help people live optimally and purposefully realise their potential.

Background

I have travelled and lived in London and Los Angeles, helping people with demanding lives to achieve what every health conscious individual wants - a fundamentally healthful, harmonious and fulfilling life.

Over the last fifteen years, it has brought me immense joy to share my accumulated knowledge and experience in nutrition and wellness, understanding that every person is unique in what they are going through and, accordingly, I adapt myself to line up with the client’s vision for him/herself.

It was an inborn desire that fuelled me to want to attain self-actualisation initially, and (now) self-transcendence (overcoming the limiting imposter, the ego). It has been a personal journey, which has been ultimately rewarding, reflected in a deeply necessary and satisfying transformation in all areas of my life.

I went from losing enormous amounts of weight (17.5 stones down to 8.7 stones) in my twenties, and took the decisive action to show the proverbial red card to ego in favour of establishing and welcoming peace and balance. It was the greatest act of love for myself, and for others by extension. My spirit changed, and my outlook and zest for life became beautifully heightened, so much so that I no longer wanted to go back to the old way of ego. Everything in my life began falling into place, harmoniously and abundantly.

The hardest is going it alone, thinking no-one can relate. Unless, of course, you find someone who genuinely can. I am here to help.

There is no substitute for personal experience and I cherish every opportunity to share what I know and trust will be of immeasurable benefit to you. The world is transformed through our kind choices to share from the wealth in and from our hearts. I want everyone to live well and optimally. It is the birthright of every individual!

How I Can Help

(A) Nutrition

▫️Safe and sustainable weight-loss and management, without sacrificing the foods that you love.

▫️ Food selecting, factoring in any dietary restrictions and sensitivities.

▫️ Calorie control and moderation.

▫️Lean-bulking.

▫️ Variety - enjoying a rich and varied diet.

(B) Living well

▫️Establishing a realistic balance between health/wellness goals and your other commitments, in a way that prospers you without unduly sacrificing any one of your daily tasks.

▫️ Establishing and integrating an exercise regimen that realistically works for you, based on your fitness goals and lifestyle.

▫️Having me as your accountability partner - not just to simply monitor progress but to work with you to pinpoint where and how any changes in approach can benefit you on an ongoing basis.

▫️ Developing mental, physical, emotional and spiritual wellbeing.

▫️ Helping you to overcome the self-limiting ego and being uplifted to a state of self-actualisation, with a view to self-transcendence. In short, being the most magnificent version of yourself on Earth!

▫️Successfully managing and eradicating negative self-talk and any unhealthy habits that are holding you back.

Method of Service and Locations

My appointments are held in person, typically at the client’s place or any preferred meeting place locally.

I operate in the following areas:

1. Mayfair
2. Hyde Park
3. Knightsbridge
4. Belgravia
5. South Kensington

(At least 24 hours’ reasonable prior notice to amend appointments.)

And Finally...

If you are looking for a friendly-yet-focussed, highly-passionate, knowledgeable and experienced professional who is dedicated to seeing you be well and excel in your journey, then please do get in contact.

All my best to you and yours,

Jay

Ishira

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Yoga & Fitness Sessions- Introduction
Why Do Children Need Yoga?
What is Children’s Yoga?
What Age to Start?
Introducing Yoga at Home
Yoga in Schools
Benefits of Children’s Yoga

Health- In these lessons, kids will learn fun ways to practice mindfulness and balance, how to eat well, ways to be active, or keep clean and hygienic—and without it feeling like another chore. Choose one of our health lesson plans below for a quick and easy learning activity for your child or children.

Lisa

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These classes are tailored for your specific needs and desires in order to start you off OR continue your journey on your love for dance/ballet/Pilates/PBT. Including toning techniques, artistry and musicality explanations, dynamic practises and anything else you may want to investigate or expand your potential in this area from a highly qualified and experienced professional ballerina and teacher.

Ronke

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I will find out what your goals are first and then curate a plan to reach those goals. No matter what level you are at or even if you've never danced before, I will be able to unlock your inner skills and make you feel more confident in your abilities.

Hannah

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Hannah teaches open & friendly Vinyasa flow classes accompanied by mood boosting playlists, where we will interweave work on strength and stability. She uses the breath as a core element of the practice, helping students connect with themselves throughout.

Whether you are looking to increase flexibility, gain strength or feel more grounded in your everyday life, her classes will offer a space to take what you need on any given day. Hannah passionately believe that yoga is for everybody’s body and always give variations and modifications so the practice can be accessed by all. She also gives gentle offerings of assists, adjustments and breathing techniques that can be used on and off the mat.

You'll be encouraged to meet yourself on the mat, practice with self acceptance, and leave feeling centered and content!

Luis

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This class is dedicated to all those who wish to calm the nervous system and work on rooting themselves in the present moment. Connecting with the body and its language. A combination of yoga and somatic techniques that help us understand how our body works and its relationship with the mind.

For all levels, because we're not looking for virtuosity in complicated positions, but to refine our perception, communication and understanding of our ‘total self’.

We'll use asanas and pranayama, as well as micromovements and meditation. Everyone is welcome!

A perfect class if you're going through a period of stress or a lot of mental activity or worry, if you lead a very sedentary life, or simply if you want to relax and move your body.

The purpose of those classes is education, not on the superficial level of mimicking form, but on a profoundly deep level of understanding the full use of the body as an integral whole to maximize full function of each individual's unique movement potential.

The aim is toward maximum physicality in function and overall health as well as a state of relaxation and a stimulation of the body's energy centres and meridians that is revitalising and
healing.

The benefits of yoga also include gaining flexibility and working on breathing skills concentration, balance, endurance, muscular and vital strength, as well as strengthening the nervous system and immune system.

The content and dynamics of the practices will be adapted to your experience, needs, age, and specific circumstances, seeking to gain the greatest possible benefit.

I have experience working with and teaching beginners and people with little experience of physical work as well as children in the field of dance, acting movement, and yoga.

Aarushi

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✨Power, Soul and Bollywood✨

Discover a modern, holistic approach with Indian classical dance - Kathak. Whether you want to build strength, express your emotions or just have fun!

🔥Power Kathak: Strength in rhythm, Grace in motion🔥
> A dynamic high-energy workout inspired by Kathak's powerful footwork, spins and stances.
> Think cardio + strength + rhythm - all wrapped in dance.
> Perfect for fitness and dance lovers!

💫Soul Kathak: Storytelling through expressive narration💫
> Mindful gestures (mudras) and expressions (abhinaya) to connect with the audience and yourself.
> Relieve stress and boost creativity where movement meets emotion.
> Great for self-expression and emotional balance.

🎭Semi-Classical Bollywood: Graceful and performance ready🎭
> Experience a historic Bollywood song with its traditional forms surrounding around Kathak!
> Building confidence with classical flair.
> Perfect for all levels - fun, relaxing and energetic.

Flexible options: Just Power Kathak, Just Soul Kathak, Just Bollywood OR enjoy a combo of all!

My experience: 13 years of Kathak training under Guru Nrityalankar Smt. Arupa Roy Choudhary from the worldwide known institution (ABGMVM) Akhil Bhartiya Gandharva Maha Vidyalay Mandal, completed my Visharad - Graduate level degree and ready to enhance and share my learnings with everyone interested!

Fazal

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Build confidence, conditioning, and practical skills through a structured blend of kickboxing fundamentals, martial arts awareness, and strength & mobility work. Each session follows a simple flow: warm-up & mobility → stance/footwork → striking mechanics (jab, cross, hook, kick) → padwork & timing drills → conditioning & core → breathwork & cooldown. You’ll learn safe technique, distance control, simple combinations, awareness and de-escalation principles, posture & core stability, and recovery strategies you can use outside the gym. Sessions are supportive, SEND-aware, and scalable—low-impact options for beginners and progressions for improvers.

The Apefoo Philosophy (Mind • Body • Soul)

Mind (Composure): Train focus before force—breath-led resets, clear cues, and “one change at a time.” We build calm under pressure and decision-making you can take into daily life.

Body (Capability): Technique > power. We groove efficient movement, joint-friendly mechanics, and longevity through mobility and smart progressions.

Soul (Character): Respect, humility, and responsibility. We practice a low-ego, inclusive culture—pace yourself, look after partners, leave better than you arrived.

Awareness First: Self-protection begins with avoidance, de-escalation, and exit. Striking is a skill; judgment is the art.

Simple Systems, Real Progress: Short, repeatable drills; measurable wins each month (skills, conditioning, mobility, mindset).

Sustainable Training: No fads—just fundamentals you can keep. Sleep, hydration, and recovery are part of the curriculum.

Accessible & Supportive: Clear instructions, visuals/Now-&-Next when helpful, and options for different abilities and comfort levels.

Who it’s for: Beginners to improvers seeking confidence, fitness, and practical skills in a friendly, structured environment.

Outcomes: Safer, sharper striking mechanics; better conditioning and core; improved mobility and posture; calmer breathing under effort; and a clear progression plan you can track.