Meet The Team

 Sinéad has over ten years of experience in physiotherapy and Pilates and believes the two go hand in hand. She combines both to create the best long-term results for her clients. Before training in physiotherapy, Sinead worked in a strength and conditioning role with a rugby club in New Zealand, Counties Manakau Steelers. Her passion for rehabilitation developed there, and she continues to utilise these functional rehabilitation skills with her clients today. Sinéad has held previous roles as lead physiotherapist for local rugby clubs over a period of 8 years. She has a particular interest in sports rehabilitation, with a specific interest in back and lower limb rehab. She focuses on a mix of manual therapy, dry needling, Pilates rehab and functional exercises to rehabilitate her clients. Outside of work Sinéad is a keen runner. She took it up in lockdown and truly got the running bug, participating in a number of races from 10km to marathon distance. Her next goal is a sub 3-hour marathon for 2024! As a result of her keen interest in running, Sinéad has completed further training in running analysis and leads our Running Assessment Program. Sinéad will push you towards your goals with evidence-based rehab but make sure you have fun along the way! 

Carrie's strong background in sports, has given her a specific interest in preventing, managing and rehabilitating sports injuries. Carrie has over ten years experience working as a musculoskeletal physiotherapist in private practice in Australia and the UK. She was trained in Clinical Pilates 2011 with Dance Medicine Australia during her position working in a renowned Melbourne sports clinic. She immediately started seeing the benefits of this while working with various elite sports teams including Melbourne Rebels and Carlton FC in injury prevention and sports conditioning. Ever since she has used Reformer Pilates as a rehabilitative and injury prevention tool for a variety of patients from post operative to post natal. Carrie has undertaken further training in Women's Health and is passionate about developing the clinic into somewhere women feel they can come to be supported, receiving the gold standard treatment in care. She has also completed training with PINC and STEEL allowing her to work with women following a cancer diagnosis supporting them through this difficult time. 

Nora believes everyone can benefit from pilates. 'Pilates brings balance within the body, and movement is fundamental to health and wellbeing'. Nora believes Pilates should be fun and challenging at all levels and that increased body awareness and precision come with regular Pilates practise. Nora has been teaching Pilates since 2009 and has worked with a wide range of clients with a variety of goals, injuries, medical conditions of all ages and stages. She loves running, high intensity and strength training, but knows Pilates balances her body and is the reason she can do all of the things she loves injury free. Outside of work, she loves spending time with family and friends and being as active as possible! Favourite thing........going for a run, walk with my dog, a pilates session all followed by a glass of wine!

Lara has extensive experience in both the UK and Australia. She began her career with rotations in Liverpool and at Guys and St Thomas' London, developing a strong foundation in various physiotherapy disciplines. In her senior rotations, she specialised in rehabilitation, working in both community and orthopaedic settings.

Upon moving to Australia, Lara immersed herself in the pilates and fitness industry, refining her skills in studio/clinical pilates, injury rehabilitation, and fall prevention. She worked with diverse populations, including the elderly and those with chronic conditions, continually advancing her expertise through professional development and hands-on experience. Lara worked within the Barre Body teacher training team, contributing to the education and development of new instructors.

Now new to Edinburgh, Lara is excited to explore the local beaches, walks, and coffee spots. She looks forward to integrating into the community and bringing her experience to help local residents achieve their health and fitness goals.

Lynnsay is a chartered Senior Physiotherapist with over 25 years experience and who specialises in neurological rehabilitation.She has a passion for all things brain based and as such uses her understanding of neurology and neuroplasticity to influence her class design and teaching technique. Her diverse Pilates Training includes Neuropilates, Pilates for pre-post natal, Hypermobility, Menopause, Stretch Therapy and for those with Osteoporosis. Lynnsay believes Pilates is for everyone and as such provides an 'assisted' Pilates class for those who find exercise challenging. Here the Pilates contact is modified to ensure it is accessible to all no matter what unique difficulties the client may be facing. Lynnsay is a busy mum of two sports mad boys and enjoys travel, music, singing with her choir buddies and the great outdoors. She has a strong passion for all things movement and rehabilitation and enjoys including many techniques that encourage neuroplasticity within her class. Little brain hacks are thrown in to help you achieve a movement or tweak your technique. There is a strong emphasis on brain/body connection that I believe makes our classes fun, varied, interesting and just a little bit unique!

David is a specialist musculo-skeletal Physiotherapist with over 17 years experience in clinical, sports and rehabilitation settings. He treats all aspects of musculoskeletal injury and specialises in the treatment of running injuries, knee, ankle and foot injuries and post operative rehabilitation. He also has extensive post graduate training in the assessment and treatment of shoulder and spinal injuries. David is passionate about understanding the root cause of someones injury in the context of them as an individual. He undertakes in depth assessments including strength and mobility testing to allow him to provide a comprehensive management strategy for each patient. He is trained in acupuncture, manipulations, soft tissue techniques and strength and conditioning approaches. David is a lover of sport himself and a keen runner. Favourite thing…. A cold beer after a hard days skiing- looking back on the Mountain and regaling stories of speed, near misses and views along the way.

Zoe began her career as an Athletic Therapist working pitch side with sports teams in Ireland, gaining valuable skills in acute injury management and various manual therapy techniques. She has since graduated as a Physiotherapist and enjoys working within the NHS and private practice. Zoe values treating a wide variety of physiotherapy problems including chronic pain, lower limb injuries, balance issues and sporting injuries. Her holistic approach involves understanding each client through a comprehensive assessment and tailoring treatment and rehabilitation to alleviate pain and regain function. She has a particular interest in running injuries. Zoe has a background of competitive middle distance track running and still competes in 800m and 1500m. Recently she has enjoyed trying distances a little longer and testing herself with a triathlon. She is also an Athletics Coach and uses her knowledge to fully rehab you back to the things you love!

When Kara first discovered Pilates, she fell in love with how the reformer improved her posture, flexibility and increased her strength. Having previously trained in classical ballet and having to stop due to significant injury, pilates enabled her to re-build her confidence and keep fit when other forms of exercise were off the cards. In 2023, after leaving a job in the legal profession, she decided to take the plunge and turn her passion into a career, completing her Stott intensive reformer course. Outside of work, she likes to look after her body with regular pilates classes, mixed with weight training and cardio. Kara’s favourite form of self care is cooking nourishing meals at home with friends, followed by the odd glass of wine, or two!

As a former show-jumper and horse-riding instructor, Pilates teacher Agi developed her unique way to share her knowledge and passion for both Pilates and horse-riding. Throughout her career, she has created her own brand of Functional Pilates with small props and has presented and taught these at may events including Pilates Teacher Training in Turkey and Poland, Pilates Festival Scotland, The Pilates Gathering and Pilates Academy Dubai. She has also created many interactive manuals and Pilates e-books for her own company. A few years ago Agi had a total hip replacement surgery and has since used her training and Pilates to get her body back to full function in no time. This experience has given her the passion to share her experience and new goal to help others who are struggling with hip, knee & back problems. Agi also certified in KCR - Kinetic Chain Release and CTR - Connective Tissue Release to offer clients a holistic approach to getting their body back to full health.

Anna loves all things sports and outdoors, growing up a keen volleyball player, runner and surfer. She graduates this summer 2024 with a BSc in Physical Activity and Health, having studied a BTEC in Sport and Exercise Science prior. Her degree has grounded her knowledge in anatomy, physiology, and exercise prescription propelling her passion for rehabilitation and inspiring her to qualify as a sport massage therapist. Anna’s approach to sports massage is tailored to target her client’s tension and discomfort. Anna believes the health and therapeutic benefits from sport massage are important for injury prevention and recovery, as well as the wellbeing of individuals. The combination of techniques she utilizes including soft tissue release, trigger pointing, and myofascial release are geared to helping clients achieve their goals.

Ali has been working within the sport and fitness industry for over 10 years. Ali first started out as a ski coach after finishing competing in ski racing when she was 17. Ali competed for the British children’s ski team and the Scottish national ski team. Ali then went on to start up her own coaching business after completing her BA honours degree in sport development and coaching at Northumbria university. Since then Ali has  coached for the royal signals regiment, the combined services ski team, the British children’s ski team and the national Scottish team, as well as a number of other clubs. In addition to ski coaching Ali also a qualified personal trainer and has been running her own fitness business now for over 8 years. Ali wanted to pursue a career within the fitness industry after years of competing in different sports and her love for the gym and exercise. Ali prides herself on her ability to motivate others and is very passionate about helping people to build their confidence and strength through sport and exercise. After many years of being a personal trainer Ali fell in love with reformer Pilates and became a reformer instructor. Ali believes that the combination of resistance training and Pilates is the perfect complimentary duo to help build all over body strength, increased mobility and prevent injuries from occurring. Ali is a very positive and encouraging teacher and  wants to empower her clients to create more trust and understanding within their bodies to help them reach their goals.

Fiona is an Advanced Clinical Remedial Massage Therapist L.C.S.P (Phys) with over twenty-five years of invaluable experience gained from working with clients who have muscular discomfort or who just want to maintain optimum muscular skeletal health. Fiona has worked with professional football clubs, tennis professionals and triathletes. Soft tissue work, benefits everybody. With a results-based approach, Fiona tailors each treatment to address the specific concerns of her clients. Combining a combination of modalities and techniques, such as myofascial release, trigger point therapy, deep and soft tissue techniques depending on the requirements of each person. Fiona has a results based approach that aims to achieve effective pain management for every one of her clients. With a wealth of knowledge and expertise, Fiona is dedicated to providing exceptional and personalised care to help clients achieve their health and wellness goals.

Shaun specialises in Deep Tissue Massage techniques designed to relieve deep and long standing muscle tension problems and assisting with injury prevention and recovery. He has a Diploma of Remedial Massage and a Diploma of Sports Injury Therapies, helping with everyday aches and pains through to working with elite athletes. Shaun has worked in a number of different clinics and at different sporting events over the years in Australia and the UK, including multi disciplinary clinics, Sydney International Tennis tournament, Sport Scotland, fun runs, business expos and events.

As a newly graduated MSCI Sports Therapist, Pepper is passionate about helping individuals recover from injuries, improve their athletic performance, and maintain optimal physical health. Pepper specialises in sports massage and rehabilitation, providing tailored treatments for athletes and active individuals of all levels. Pepper’s experience working with elite athletes at Edinburgh Rugby and Scottish rugby, has helped her gain invaluable knowledge in managing sports injuries, providing pre- and post-match massage, and supporting recovery. Outside of work Pepper loves spending time in the gym and socialising with friends, her sporting background is what drove her desire to work in sport and provide athlete focussed treatment. Whether you’re recovering from an injury, aiming to improve mobility, or looking to enhance your sports performance, Pepper offers personalized treatments to meet your specific needs. Her goal is to help you recover faster, feel stronger, and perform at your best.

Alice is a professional runner with a passion for all things endurance and outdoors. She has recently also graduate from the university of Edinburgh with a BSc in Applied Sport Science and a diploma in Sports Massage. Her sporting and academic background has helped shape a holistic approach to sports massage, ensuring tailored and individualised treatment for each client and promotion of movement for prehab as well as rehab! 

Vicki has been working within the holistic wellness industry for over 15 years and a qualified yoga practitioner for over 10 years. Specifically following the very subtle and restorative practice of the teachings of Vanda Scaravelli. Principally, Vicki explores the body by deepening release and relaxation by undoing the held tension within the body. Once the ‘postures’ stop being something to achieve then you can work on removing conflict within yourself…making the postures from the inside out and not the outside in! This style of yoga movement can help you let go of years of held tensions and habits, allowing the release helps you grow taller, become more centered and stronger. Exploring with the breath you can achieve wellbeing and peace of mind. All levels are welcome “…Yoga should not be about training for body control, on the contrary it must bring freedom to the body – all the freedom it needs” Vanda Scaravelli