Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
Certification
References
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Leah Deeney

Midhurst,West Sussex

Summary

Wellbeing professional with deep understanding of body, mind and spirit connection with a strong emphasis on proper alignment, breath work and mindfulness. Dedicated professional with expertise in Pilates Instruction, online class instruction, Therapeutic Massage Therapy and client appointment management. Proficient in lesson plan design and tailored exercise adaptation, with a strong focus on customer relationship management and rapport building. Skilled in stress relief techniques, empathy, and understanding, aiming to enhance client well-being through personalised fitness and wellbeing programmes.


Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
2015
2015
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Online Pilates Instructor

Self-Employed
06.2024 - Current
  • Used Zoom to teach online classes and interface with wider group of students.
  • Booked customer appointments using online booking systems.
  • Published content on online media channels to reach different audiences.

Private Massage Therapist

Freelance
Lefkada
01.2024 - Current
  • Health and Fitness
  • Developed personalised treatment plans to aid in pain management and stress relief.
  • Advised on post-massage activities such as rest or exercise that would be beneficial.
  • Established strong rapport with clients through excellent communication skills, fostering repeat business.

Reformer Pilates Instructor

Lotus Wellbeing Studio Lefkada, Greece
Lefkada
05.2025 - 07.2025
  • Health and Fitness
  • Achieved effective communication with clear and concise language teaching Greek clients.
  • Provided clear instruction to improve posture and core stability.

Reformer Pilates Instructor

Studio 44
01.2025 - 04.2025
  • Health and Fitness
  • Adapted exercises for special populations such as pregnant women or seniors – ensuring inclusive practices.
  • Managed group classes, creating a supportive community atmosphere.

Fitness Pilates Instructor

AfterBurn Gym
01.2025 - 04.2025
  • Health and Fitness
  • Designed customised lesson plans, resulting in improved fitness level of clients.
  • Utilised varied teaching methods to cater different learning styles of clients.

Mat Pilates Instructor

The Wellwomans Fitness Foundation
11.2024 - 04.2025
  • Health and Fitness
  • Delivered expert advice on postural alignment, enhancing body awareness among students.
  • Monitored participants during sessions for correct form and technique-preventing injuries.

Mat Pilates Instructor

Healthy Options Holidays
Lefkada
04.2023 - 10.2024
  • Health and Fitness

Freelance Pilates instructor, Fitness instructor, Aqua Aerobics instructor

Goodwood Health Club
01.2022 - 01.2023
  • Health and Fitness

Mat and Reformer Pilates Instructor

Everybody Pilates Southsea and Locks Heath
09.2022 - 04.2023
  • Health and Fitness

Receptionist and spa assistant

The Spread-Eagle Hotel and Spa
02.2018 - 07.2018
  • Leisure and Hospitality

Teaching Assistant, SEN Support, Read Write Inc. Phonics training, Speech and Language training

Midhurst Primary School
09.2019 - 03.2020

Bar supervisor

The Prince George
Brighton, Brighton and Hove
01.2017 - 01.2018
  • Leisure and Hospitality

Education

BA hons - Drama: Theatre and Performance

University of Sussex
04.2015 - 04.2018

A2 Level - History, English Literature, Classical Civilisations

Lavant House School
West Sussex
07.2011 - 07.2012

AS Level - History, Media Studies, English Literature, Classical Civilisations

Lavant House School
West Sussex
05.2011 - 05.2011

GCSE - Drama, English, English Literature, History, Science, Additional Science, Mathematics, Spanish

Lavant House School
West Sussex

Skills

  • Reformer Pilates Instructor
  • Online class instruction
  • Client appointment management
  • Lesson plan design
  • Exercise adaptation
  • Customer relationship management
  • Stress relief techniques
  • Rapport building
  • Classical Pilates methodology
  • Tailored exercise designing
  • Empathy and understanding

Certification

  • Holistic Deep Tissue Massage Therapist (Jing Massage School)
  • Reformer Pilates Instructor
  • Pilates Mat Level 3 (Everybody Pilates)
  • Group Gym Instructor Level 2
  • Personal Trainer Diploma Level 3
  • Counselling Skills Level 2 Certificate
  • Aqua Aerobics Instructor, Circuit Training Instructor, Indoor Cycling Instructor, Advanced Resistance Training, Functional Movement Training

References

  • Sara, Rounce, info@thewellwomanfitnessfoundation.co.uk, 07900 181873, The Wellwomans Fitness Foundation
  • Alexandra, Bowley, Healthy Options Manager, alex@healthy-options.co.uk, 07787 557281

Timeline

Reformer Pilates Instructor

Lotus Wellbeing Studio Lefkada, Greece
05.2025 - 07.2025

Reformer Pilates Instructor

Studio 44
01.2025 - 04.2025

Fitness Pilates Instructor

AfterBurn Gym
01.2025 - 04.2025

Mat Pilates Instructor

The Wellwomans Fitness Foundation
11.2024 - 04.2025

Online Pilates Instructor

Self-Employed
06.2024 - Current

Private Massage Therapist

Freelance
01.2024 - Current

Mat Pilates Instructor

Healthy Options Holidays
04.2023 - 10.2024

Mat and Reformer Pilates Instructor

Everybody Pilates Southsea and Locks Heath
09.2022 - 04.2023

Freelance Pilates instructor, Fitness instructor, Aqua Aerobics instructor

Goodwood Health Club
01.2022 - 01.2023

Teaching Assistant, SEN Support, Read Write Inc. Phonics training, Speech and Language training

Midhurst Primary School
09.2019 - 03.2020

Receptionist and spa assistant

The Spread-Eagle Hotel and Spa
02.2018 - 07.2018

Bar supervisor

The Prince George
01.2017 - 01.2018

BA hons - Drama: Theatre and Performance

University of Sussex
04.2015 - 04.2018

A2 Level - History, English Literature, Classical Civilisations

Lavant House School
07.2011 - 07.2012

AS Level - History, Media Studies, English Literature, Classical Civilisations

Lavant House School
05.2011 - 05.2011

GCSE - Drama, English, English Literature, History, Science, Additional Science, Mathematics, Spanish

Lavant House School

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