My time with Lou-Anne really helped me to with my strength and flexibility. As a runner I thought a few token stretches after a jog was enough, I didn't understand why my flexibility never improved and I still picked up injuries. By explaining why each stretch and exercise was important and how to do it properly, Lou Anne helped me to use the time I dedicate to stretching and strengthening much more purposefully. Working on the exercises she taught me has brought noticeable improvements to my flexibility. As someone who isn't naturally very flexible, I felt completely supported and non-judged in my session. Lou-Anne saw what I could already do and helped me to achieve more, I can't recommend her classes enough!
— Maya
I attended regular classes with Lou-Anne at the beginning of the pandemic with hopes of improving my front splits. Lou-Anne is a friendly, passionate and knowledgeable coach, she is able to cater for individual needs and is always sharing new drills and exercises to aid your progress and keep it varied and interesting! I would definitely recommend her for improving flexibility actively and safely.
— Shona
Musical Performance
I started singing lessons from an early age and quickly decided that I wanted it to be a big part of what I was going to do. I obtained a degree in Classical Singing from the Royal Conservatiore of Glasgow and then went on to hone my Musical Theatre skills at the the International College of Musical Theatre. I love the duality of training both classical and music theatre and find that the two complient each other.
Aerial Specific Conditioning and Flexibility
I discovered pole at the age of 18 and found it complimented my dance background well. From there I went on to train silks, hoop and contortion. I have found through my years of training that anatomy based learning is the key to an injury free life. My certification includes:
Advanced Stretching Technique Instructor Certified - Bendy Kate
Contortion Foundation for Coaches - J.S. Creations
Anatomy and Physiology for Pole and Aerial - Spin City
Strength and Conditioning for Pole and Aerial - Spin City
Stretching and Flexibility for Pole and Aerial - Spin City
Beginners Pole Fitness - Spin City
I offer online private singing lessons to all levels and ages. I specialise in musical theatre and classical but have a good knowledge of most genres and styles. My primary aim is safety of the voice and harnessing your natural voice to be the best that it can be.
I teach all levels from "can't touch my toes" up to beginner contortion. I focus on a balance of active and passive flexibility in order to keep you safe and make these skills transferrable to an aerial setting.
For these classes I focus on conditioning individual muscle groups relevant for the chosen exercise. I also focus on mobility and range of motion in the joints. I would recommend this if you want to keep up with your sport over a break period or feel like you have specific weak areas.
£20 per hour
£15 per half hour
