About
Form & Function
I have been working in the field of complementary therapy since 1998 and have a passion for good health and good function.
My goal as an instructor and therapist is attaining and maintaining the ultimate in equilibrium in mind and body and the best form in the body.
I will establish and encourage the furtherance of mobility and good function. I will motivate you to be the best version of yourself.
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I trained with Body Control Pilates, the market leader in this area, and adhere to National Standards. I am a member of the CNHC (the government’s regulating body), Complementary Therapists Association and a Fellow of National Council of Hypnotherapy.
I most recently trained with the esteemed College of Bowen Studies and have undertaken a lot of research into anatomy, function and form, including watching 120 hours of dissection during lockdown! During my career I have undertaken various additional massage and bodywork courses but have streamlined my services now to focus specifically on improving function and form in people.
MY SERVICES
Pilates
Bowen Technique
Massage
Kinesiology Taping
Muscle Energy Technique
Hypnotherapy / Psychotherapy
Pilates with Amanda is genuinely uplifting. She somehow guides the entire class whilst teaching stretches and moves that I need personally. I enjoy the level of autonomy that Amanda provides in choosing the different levels of various moves. Pace and difficulty is something that I am able to choose, I never feel out of my depth. I always feel better after a Pilates class and enjoy the rebalancing I experience during class, it’s an opportunity to focus on my well-being within the busyness of everyday life. I highly recommend trying Pilates with Amanda
Always a skeptic but willing to try all treatments. Bowen had been on the periphery so when struggling to get relief and function back I sought out Amanda. Strange reaction after the first treatment, as if I had flu but then suddenly I was upright, balanced across my feet, and my head sat back. Movement was easier I could sit cross legged for longer and less stiffness. Unlike previous chiropractic treatment where ongoing maintenance is necessitated, I now only have Bowen if I can no longer rectify the symptoms myself. Bowen Technique helps you lose postural habits which don’t serve you well and learn to listen to your body.
I contacted Amanda broken and mentally fed up after suffering with back pain and sciatica flare ups for 3 years. Amanda recommended Bowen Therapy and Pilates. I had 3 sessions of Bowen therapy which was extremely gentle and I could really feel the difference even after the 1st session. Amanda’s gentle approach Pilates is fantastic and is suitable for all abilities. I can feel myself getting stronger and my pain has reduced immensely. Day to day activities are much more manageable and I feel like I’m getting my life back. Physically and mentally I am in a much better place than I was 3 months ago and I couldn’t be happier. Thank you Amanda
I just wanted to write a few words to say thank you. I’ve suffered from sciatica flare ups over the past 20 years, due to my job and spent thousands on physiotherapists and chiropractors. Not to mention the copious amount of painkillers, prescribed by my GP, just to keep me functioning in my job. I’d almost given up hope of being pain free, and then I found you. I can’t believe that after a relatively short period of gentle. relaxing massage my back is the best it has felt in 20 years, I no longer wake up through the night in discomfort and generally feel so much better in myself
I saw Amanda who suggested my problem was a rotator cuff injury when I was in extreme pain lifting my arm. She recommended trying Bowen Technique & after the first session there was a huge improvement. After a couple more sessions & suggested exercises it was almost back to normal in a few weeks.
After having a painful stiff neck for weeks, Amanda worked magic with Bowen Therapy. I would strongly recommend the treatment and Amanda’s skill in delivering it.
Amanda is extremely knowledgeable regarding the nervous and musculoskeletal systems. After seeing a Physio, chiropractor and having countless scans I had limited movement in shoulder which impacted on my occupation. I then had Bowen Therapy and with the advised exercises and Pilates classes. Movement has returned. I cannot thank Amanda enough. I would recommend Bowen Therapy along with Pilates.
Great class catering for all abilities – Following a pelvis fracture earlier in the year Amanda advised on certain moves that really helped in my recovery, thank you!
I am a recent convert to Bowen Therapy and (although I have no idea how) it really works. I have had four or five sessions and with each session I can feel improvements in specific aches and pains and my general posture. I feel as though my body is slowly being untwisted and years of poor posture are gradually being reversed. Amanda is great, really taking the time to listen at the beginning of each session and then explaining the areas she is going to focus on and why. Although not quite as instantly gratifying as a massage the longer-term effects of Bowen for me are far more noticeable. I would recommend Bowen, and specifically Amanda, to anyone who is suffering from aches and pains.
I have suffered with lower back pain for years and I joined Amanda’s Pilates classes about 18 months ago and they are excellent and lots of fun. Amanda is an excellent instructor who explains things in different ways to ensure everyone understands, she also throws in a few anatomy mini-tutorials. Different levels of difficulty are provided for the moves and Amanda will always flag exercises which may not be appropriate for everyone. I always leave class feeling pleasantly stretched and relaxed, although I usually ache (in a good way) the next day!
I have a history of problems with my neck and back. Initially I passed up the opportunity of Amanda using the Bowen Technique on me because I’ve had issues with anyone other than my chiropractor working on my back. Having not been happy with the results from my current chiropractor I thought I’d try Amanda, within 3 Appointments Amanda had resolved most of my current pain, the rest disappeared when everything settled down. I felt very Safe in Amanda’s hands, she ensured she explained everything and checked with me that I was comfortable with her technique. I would definitely recommend seeing her.
Excellent instructions and advice and care on how to proceed with Pilates especially if you have body issues. Also, highly recommend Amanda’s deep tissue back massage.
I attend Amanda’s Pilates class and I love how it’s as challenging as you want it to be. And really relaxing. I was given Amanda’s details by a friend and approached Amanda to see whether she could help with my binge-eating. From the initial session, Amanda was professional, approachable and non-judgmental. She sits with the client to work out what may be the cause of issues and then very cleverly entwines positive outlook into hypnotherapy treatment. I would highly recommend this lovely lady for hypnotherapy. Right from the first session I have seen a significant improvement in my patterns of behaviour.
Amanda shares her amazing knowledge of how the body works in her classes which along with the Pilates element, really helps with understanding pain management. I always walk out pain free from her classes.
I have been going to Amanda’s Pilates classes for a number of years where she has helped improve my flexibility and strength, despite having a back issue. The classes are informative and fun and occasionally relaxing (everyone looks forward to that session!)
Amanda is a dedicated and knowledgeable professional. I am in my mid 70’s and her Pilates classes have helped enormously with my core strength, balance and mobility.
