OWNER + LEAD COACH

Having worked in health and fitness since 2011, Rex has enjoyed many of the roles the industry has to offer and is excited to bring his knowledge and experience to Element Fitness.

Inspired by his love of nature and the huge variety of training methods available, he created the Element Fitness programme to deliver accessible, progressive, and sustainable training for all.

OWNER + YOGA TEACHER

Katy is an Anusara-Inspired ® yoga teacher and Thai massage practitioner. She has taught classes, workshops, trainings, and retreats across the UK & internationally and is a registered Senior Yoga Teacher with Yoga Alliance.

Katy loves sharing her knowledge of both yoga and massage and is passionate about the therapeutic benefits that both can offer all ages - from newborn to seniors.

Katy’s classes are playful and dynamic and have a strong focus on alignment. Expect longer holds to build strength and flexibility as well as rhythmic movement to steady the mind.

Her hope is that students who attend her classes are able to build friendships in and outside of the classroom.

OWNER + COACH

Having worked as a teacher and most recently a deputy headteacher in a London primary school for the last 14 years, Iona took the plunge to turn her passion for fitness, health, and running into a new career at the end of 2022. As a keen runner, having run many marathons and ultra-marathons, she has spent the last few years educating herself about the benefits of strength training to support her running journey. This is a huge driver for her work as a personal trainer and run coach - helping people learn that their running is made in the gym.

Iona is qualified in pre- and post-natal fitness and supporting women on this journey is a huge passion of hers. “I want to empower people and women in particular to want to be the strongest version of themselves - both mentally and physically - and to use movement as well as other tools to do this. Helping to break down the barriers women face in training is something I pride myself on, particularly in the pre- and post-natal journey. Whether it's running or lifting weights I want to encourage people to move in a way they love to feel good.”

COACH

After training in contemporary dance & ballet, in 2013 Kate pursued her health & fitness career by becoming a PT & Sport Coach. She has since worked & studied in numerous countries developing her knowledge with qualifications such as Advanced Nutrition and Pre/Post Natal exercise.

With her own passion for strength training, Kate places great emphasis on breaking down exercise techniques, allowing you to develop your understanding of training and helping you to feel empowered and able to progress towards any goal!

COACH

Rob Sambidge is born and bread Londoner: unheard of, we know! As a new father, he believes now more than ever that exercise should compliment your lifestyle not dictate it. Focussing on functional fitness his key mottos are: “leave your ego at home” and “practice what you preach”. With this in mind, Rob brings bags of energy and years of training experience that will help you take your training to the next level.

COACH

Hayley Woodruff has always had a passion for sport and fitness. Starting at a young age, this love for exercise became a huge part of her adult life, enabling her to stay mentally and physically strong, focused, and sane during a successful 10 year advertising career.

Having made the plunge to work full time in the fitness industry, she believes that most people’s barriers with exercising start in the mind, which, once overcome, the possibilities are endless. “The human body is an incredible instrument which, if you learn to love and respect it, will reward you in more ways than you thought possible! A strong mind is key to building a strong body.”

COACH + RUN CLUB LEAD

Steve focuses his efforts on cultivating growth and intuition through consistent training.

Having initially honed his skills as a gymnast, he transitioned into skateboarding and riding bikes. Overcoming fractured patellas in both 2017 and 2018, Steve's journey led him to Element Fitness in early 2019, marking a pivotal point in his recovery journey.

Following a long build training plan he completed the challenging South Down's Way 50-mile run in 2021 navigating the challenges and more injuries along the way.

He guides an online training collective, Lockdown Fit Club, which is focused on crafting a movement practice that enhances physical abilities and fosters a deeper understanding and connection with one's body.

ONLINE COACH

Vince Ciolino looks after all the online coaching for Elements.

He pursued the family tradition by joining the British Army, enjoying 9 successful years of mostly sporting events and adventures. These included completing races on land and water on four different continents in running, canoeing, and skiing - and his thirst for competition has not yet been quenched.

His military career commitments have allowed him to train within diverse surroundings from -22c to 57c, taking a keen interest in the body’s reaction to training and how to maximise its potential in different environments. He also has also a keen interest in and has applied cognitive behavioural therapy to help overcome physiological and psychological challenges, where fear and stress have a debilitating effect on the student.

Vince is an experienced coach and Personal Trainer with a wealth of knowledge, capable of excelling anyone’s set goals!

COACH

Lisa is a Level 3 Personal Trainer + Instructor originally from EK Glasgow and is now based in South London where she has been coaching for over 5 years.

Her goal as a trainer is to help people enjoy the process of training and she is passionate about encouraging her clients to empower themselves through focusing on improved strength and fitness first over aesthetic goals. Our bodies are capable of incredible things and Lisa believes that every single person can enjoy the process of exercise if they can find a focus that makes them feel good and not self-critical.

Lisa brings energy, knowledge, and banging music to her sessions!

PRE + POST NATAL FITNESS COACH

Frankie is a pre- and post-natal coach, personal trainer, and mumma to her 3-year old daughter, Luna.

Based in SW London, she has worked with private clients and coaching group classes for nearly 10 years and is passionate about empowering people with the knowledge and confidence to meet themselves where they’re at on their fitness journey. Frankie will help you to find a way of moving that’s enjoyable, individual to your requirements, and with longevity at the heart of training.

She is also a lover of second hand shopping, great coffee, and power naps.

PILATES TEACHER

Darren discovered Pilates in 2006. After a few sessions he started to see changes in his body: his back pain was disappearing, he was getting stronger, and ultimately he became addicted! After consistent practice he felt both the physical and mental benefits and decided he would love to pursue teaching Pilates and this is when his true Pilates journey began.

Other the years he has studied various lineages and now focuses on the classical work, having been lucky to learn from Dana Santi, who is now his key teacher and mentor.

Darren has always wanted to help other people, whether it be through overcoming back pain, helping with anxiety/depression, helping women during and after pregnancy, or working with sports professionals to enhance their current training regime.

Darren has seen over the years how amazing the human body is and the ability it has to heal itself when trained well.

YOGA TEACHER

Veronique grew up in British Columbia, Canada and is a lover of oceans, mountains, sky and sun. She is a performer and singer at heart, bringing vocal and physical presence to her yoga classes.

Veronique believes that yoga practice is for every human body, and encourages students to meet themselves where they are. Years of being the least flexible person in the room has taught her that yoga is never about how the asana (pose) looks aesthetically, but rather about exploring how it feels in the body.

Expect breath-led, energising and inclusive practice that focuses on working with each practitioner’s own unique range of motion and flexibility.

Veronique is a 200 hour RYT, and is continually training and learning! She loves to cook, host events and retreats, she runs a yoga workshop programme for young performers and hosts corporate mindfulness sessions.

www.vergeyogawithvero.com

@vergeyogawithveronique

BABY MUSIC TEACHER

Kath is an Australian-born musical theatre composer & playwright. Alongside her music career Kath has over 15 years experience teaching and entertaining children from babies to 12 year olds with companies such as Monkey Music, BB Broadway, and Rock'n'Bop Tots.

https://www.kathhaling.com/

COACH BOBBINS

Mary, AKA Coach Bobbins, is the glue that holds the team together and guides the community with a firm but fair paw.