About iona
Mission
I fell in love with the club dance floor as a teenager. When I found the underground Club Dance scene in London I travelled the country to visit all the Club nights where the Old Skool dancers went for Boogie, House, Brokenbeat and Jazz. I learnt steps in the club then went home and trained athletically to get super fit, practiced then hit the clubs again 3-4 nights a week. This underground art form is relatively unknown but similar to the American club scene with a a unique British twist. It grew out of the funk clubs in the late 70s through to now.
As a dedicated dancer, I incorporate strength and weight training to effectively condition my body, promote joint health, increase bone density, muscle tone while encouraging a healthy relationship with food and providing mental tranquility.
With over a decade of experience and a background in athletics and dance, I've crafted a unique formula that combines various fitness elements for a fully balanced online and home workout. My focus is on strength-based functional training using bodyweight exercises, weights, bar work, and bands, ensuring you achieve optimal body conditioning and overall well-being. Embark on this journey to a healthier, stronger you together!
My sessions are calm, effective, build solid technique, a strong beautiful body, engage muscles and core as well as rehab any injuries using a mix of Strength, Stretch and Pilates/Core. I've learnt from fellow dancers how to build a body to prevent injury as best as possible as well as rehabilitate.
I specialise in rehabilitation from general everyday weaknesses to Physio-referrals for serious injuries with RMR Rehabilitation and Stroke Rehab. I studied Level 4 Stroke Rehabilitation with ARNI/middlesex uni in 2015 and found underlying message of the power of strength training and how it helps muscles, movement and the brain recover really fascinating. During my time as a PT I discovered this principle applies to many forms of trauma from physical to psychological and emotional.
Flexibility and core strength are essential for long-term training and injury prevention. You can follow my journey on Instagram @ionaPTfit for fitness insights and @iona_groove for dance related content.
Additionally, I am currently pursuing the Level 4 Cardiac Exercise Instructor Course with the British Association for Cardiovascular Prevention & Rehabilitation BACPR and GP Referral Level 3.
Qualifications & Professional Bodies
Level 4 Cardiac Rehab, BACPR
Level 4 Stroke Rehab, ARNI & Middlesex Uni
Level 3 Advanced Personal Training, YMCA:
Nutrition for Exercise, Padwork, TRX Suspension, Outdoor Fitness
Level 2 Fitness Instructor
BSC Hons Science & Technology Studies, UCL
National Register of Personal Trainers (NRPT)
Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport & Activity (CIMSPA)
