Learn to teach Reformer & Mat Pilates with the highest quality, forward-thinking contemporary training for group Pilates instructors in the UK

ABOUT MOVE UNION

As founders and creators of Move Union, Elle Kealy & Ajia Lee Forster bring a wealth of experience with over 20 years as established pioneers of barre, fitness & Pilates in the USA, Asia and UK.

Having launched and run studios around the world, they’re passionate about progressing our industry to new levels of success through Move Union, a teacher-training led brand that supports aspiring instructors to be their best and equips them for today’s world of boutique fitness & Pilates.

Ajia Lee Forster has been in the fitness industry for close to 20 years. Growing up in a fitness family, and as a dancer, Ajia was drawn to the functional and dynamic work of both Yoga and Pilates.

As a comprehensively trained Pilates Instructor, Yoga Teacher and Fitness Instructor in Vancouver she has extensive knowledge working with athletes and people who are looking to achieve there highest level of performance.

She is a highly respected Pilates Master Trainer and Teacher Trainer, known for her expertise in training elite athletes, celebrities, and high-level business professionals. With over 15 years of experience in the fitness industry, she has earned multiple awards and citations for her dedication and impact on Pilates education and training and written and delivered numerous training modules for multiple programs, includeing leading the Equinox Pilates Teacher Training programs in London before moving to Bristol with her family.

Ajia holds a 500-hour comprehensive Pilates certification, including training in prenatal Pilates, 200 hour yoga, barre, cycling, and trigger point therapy. Her extensive knowledge, coupled with her diverse skill set, has made her a sought-after leader in the Pilates world. In her role as Director of Pilates Education at Move Union, Ajia has developed and delivered world-class Pilates mat and reformer teacher training programs, both in-person and online.

Ajia's career is distinguished not only by her ability to teach, but also by her deep commitment to mentoring and shaping the next generation of Pilates instructors.

Elle began working in the dance and fitness industry in 2003 and has nearly 20 years experience helping women to get in shape and feel confident in their bodies.

As a studio founder, ex-professional dancer, certified personal trainer, Reformer & barre instructor, nutrition coach and women’s fitness expert Elle has worked with clients from all over the world, including models and celebrities, as well as go-getting professional women and busy mothers. She’s been featured in publications including Prevention, The Sunday Times, and BBC Radio and speaks at industry events across the world.

Elle is also a business coach helping fitness professionals to grow their brands and businesses.

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