Our team are all specialists in their field, and many have been with us for some time. You can trust our expert practitioners to get you moving again!
Meet Our Team
Having suffered from back problems for many years, due to a desk-bound job as an accountant, Louise was introduced to Pilates by her gym instructor. With her own experience of how Pilates has improved her posture, strength and functional movement Louise decided to change career and become a teacher herself along with managing the clinic.
Paul's interest in osteopathy began during his time as a sports massage therapist and physical trainer. Frustrated by his patients' injuries failing to stabilise, he recognized the need for a more holistic, whole-body approach to treatment.
As a fully qualified and registered osteopath, Paul spent 25 years helping patients manage a wide range of conditions, including back, neck, and posture issues, sports injuries, post-operative rehabilitation, pregnancy-related discomfort, repetitive strain injuries, headaches, and more.
Drawing from his experience as a passionate sportsman, runner, and osteopath, Paul witnessed first-hand the benefits of orthotics (insoles). Now, he is focusing on Footbalance—a product he believes in and has seen deliver real results for countless individuals.
Qualifications
Diploma in Osteopathy
BSc (Hons) Ost. Med. Degree
Ella qualified as a Pilates instructor in 2016 and most recently as a massage therapist having already had a background in the fitness industry, previously qualifying as a personal trainer.
She works alongside her mother, Louise Strutt, forming part of the family business.
Having lived with hypermobility Ella discovered Pilates helped to strengthen her joints, improve her movement and correct her posture. She is passionate about Pilates and enjoys sharing her knowledge with her clients in order to make a difference to their bodies and therefore lives.
Ella enjoys making memories with her daughter, playing netball for a local team and taking her dog for long walks in her spare time.
Aliona moved to the UK from Ukraine when war broke out. She has made the most out of her enforced move with her two children, having learnt English, learnt how to drive and passing her UK driving test 1st time.
Alongside working as a depilation technician (sugaringbyaliona.co.uk) she has also retrained as a massage therapist. She attained a distinction in her Massage Therapy Diploma which covers Swedish Massage, Deep Tissue Massage and Sports Massage.
Working alongside the clinic osteopaths and Pilates instructors has given her an advanced education and she is keen to keep on learning and is also working towards her Pilates instructor qualification.
Her hobbies are her children and the beach, when the weather permits!
Lucy’s interest and subsequent career as a professional acupuncturist began when she studied Traditional Chinese Acupuncture TCM, at the Chang Sun School of Acupuncture in London.
Having successfully completed her training, she went on to live and practice in London for several years before moving down to Deal in Kent where she was able to raise and enjoy her family.
Having successfully completed her training, she went on to live and practice in London for several years before moving down to Deal in Kent where she was able to raise and enjoy her family.
Today Lucy continues to practice privately where she sees a wide range of cases, as well as working two days a week with the NHS Chronic Pain Service. Lucy is also a member of the Acupuncture Society.
Qualifications
Diploma in Osteopathy
M.Ost (Hons) Ost. Med. Degree
Associations
Registered with the General Osteopathic Council
Sam qualified from the European school of Osteopathy in the summer of 2021. His studies exposed him to a wide range of Osteopathic principles and techniques.
Sam's interest in Osteopathy started as a teenager following many injuries in sport. The Osteopathic treatment he received not only got him out of pain but improved his performance and general wellbeing.
Sam uses a holistic approach in treatment and is passionate about the benefit of Osteopathy whether for sport, work or general living at any age.
Sam has qualifications in Osteopathy (structural, cranial and visceral) and sports massage.
Katie qualified with a BSc (Hons) in physiotherapy from Canterbury Christ church University in 2021.
Katie's interest in physiotherapy sparked after helping with her friend's rehabilitation, following a crash.
Prior to becoming a physiotherapist Katie had qualified in deep tissue, Swedish and aromatherapy massage.
Since qualifying has under gone further training including sports massage and western acupuncture via the AACP.
Katie is a hands-on therapist who will encourage progression for her patients with kindness but determination.
Due to her ongoing difficulty with hypermobility, Katie has a personal passion with regards this condition and she specialises strengthening exercises for those who also suffer with the condition.
When Katie is not at work she enjoys going to the gym and trains in kickboxing. On her down time Katie loves spending time with her son and partner.
BSc (Hons) in physiotherapy
HCPC no : PH125757
CSP no: 114003
Recently qualified from the European School of Osteopathy with a master's degree in 2023, Spencer previously gained a distinction* level 3 extended diploma in sports & exercise science from Canterbury College. He is also a certified sports massage therapist. These experiences have given Spencer an open and friendly approach to treating patients.
Spencer is passionate about holistic care and tailors treatment and management plan personally to every patient. Spencer is proficient in a range of techniques and happy to treat all ages but has a particular interest in treating babies and maternity. Spencer completed two rotations in every specialised clinic available at the European School of Osteopathy which included women's health/maternity, sports, babies/children's, headaches, and studied mindfulness with chronic pain patients.
Spencer continues to work with his father in their own classic car restoration company which he has grown up with. His hobbies and personal interests include Greek mythology, which he has a diploma in, as well as Italian Renaissance history and loves to travel.
Our Emma helps us manage our day to day existence...she is nothing less than awesome!
Clare's life has always incorporated fitness. In her earlier years, she was a member of the Great Britain diving team, winning bronze at the Junior Europeans. She began her fitness career as an exercise to music instructor over 25 years ago. She completed her Pilates mat and reformer training with Polestar Pilates and is now a mentor for students studying with Polestar.
18 years ago, after being diagnosed with severe facet arthritis of her lumbar spine she discovered Pilates. Pilates changed her life, as she was suffering from back pain on a daily basis, incorporating Pilates into her fitness routine has made her spine feel twenty years younger.
Clare classes are include classical movement, with a focus on spine mobility and are upbeat and fun.
18 years ago, after being diagnosed with severe facet arthritis of her lumbar spine she discovered Pilates. Pilates changed her life, as she was suffering from back pain on a daily basis, incorporating Pilates into her fitness routine has made her spine feel twenty years younger.
Clare classes are include classical movement, with a focus on spine mobility and are upbeat and fun.
Jo played netball and rugby as a teenager and moved onto practicing yoga when she was pregnant.
After a quick second labour, problems occurred and unfortunately Jo required surgery. After being referred from physiotherapy Jo found that Pilates helped rehabilitate her body as well as her pelvic floor and she has now been practising Pilates for 13 years!
Having enjoyed learning about her own body and how it can move Jo recently left teaching in schools and took the leap into training as a Body Control Pilates teacher.
Jo taught in Primary Schools for 23 years but her passion now lies with teaching adults and sharing the benefits of Pilates with clients, friends and anyone who will listen.
Not one for sweating during a workout, Jo found Pilates to be the perfect solution. She has gained strength, flexibility and co-ordination whilst finding the restorative nature of focused breathwork helps to calm a busy mind after a hectic day.
Jo spends her leisure time singing, sewing and helping in the community at St Georges’ Church and the Astor Theatre.
After a quick second labour, problems occurred and unfortunately Jo required surgery. After being referred from physiotherapy Jo found that Pilates helped rehabilitate her body as well as her pelvic floor and she has now been practising Pilates for 13 years!
Having enjoyed learning about her own body and how it can move Jo recently left teaching in schools and took the leap into training as a Body Control Pilates teacher.
Jo taught in Primary Schools for 23 years but her passion now lies with teaching adults and sharing the benefits of Pilates with clients, friends and anyone who will listen.
Not one for sweating during a workout, Jo found Pilates to be the perfect solution. She has gained strength, flexibility and co-ordination whilst finding the restorative nature of focused breathwork helps to calm a busy mind after a hectic day.
Jo spends her leisure time singing, sewing and helping in the community at St Georges’ Church and the Astor Theatre.
