My Story

Finding a Happy Pathway Through My Spring Years

I am Louise, and my motivation is to find a happy pathway through my Spring years, with like-minded people!

I always worked hard to achieve my fitness and sporting goals. I was a youth England hurdler, an age-grouper racing triathlon. I love tennis and outdoor climbing in France, plus swimming in wide open lakes.

As I have grown older (I am 47), I found less time, less focus and frankly less enjoyment in 'keeping fit'. After injury, I knew I needed to make a change.

I trained as a Level 3 Personal Fitness coach in 2018 and have been loving teaching ever since! I have focused my studies on sports wellbeing, and as I have shifted my training approach toward strength through movement training, I find I am more energetic, happier, and finding my motivation again.

Louise, founder of Orchard & Oak Fitness

Achievements & Experience

A Lifetime of Movement & Sport

My diverse sporting background helps me understand the challenges women face at different life stages.

England Hurdler

Youth level competitive athletics with national representation

Triathlete

Age-group competitor in swimming, cycling, and running

Level 3 Coach

Qualified Personal Fitness coach since 2018

Wellbeing Focus

Specialised in sports wellbeing and movement training

Our Philosophy

Strength Through Movement Training

As I have shifted my approach toward strength through movement training, I find I am more energetic, happier, and finding my motivation again.

1

Intelligent Movement

Every exercise has purpose, focusing on quality over quantity to build lasting strength and confidence.

2

Effortless Strength

Building strength that supports your daily life, making everyday activities feel easier and more natural.

3

Everyday Confidence

Empowering you to feel strong, motivated, and excited about movement again, within your busy schedule.

Recommended Partners

Comprehensive Wellness Support

Our recommended partners come fully assessed and highly qualified. If you need specialist support, we can connect you directly.

Nutrition
Specialist dietary advice
Sports Massage
Recovery & therapy
Clinical Pilates
Rehabilitation focus
Osteopathy
Structural health
Acupuncture
Traditional healing
Lymphatic
Drainage therapy