Testimonials

  • Life Coaching Testimonials
  • Pilates and Fitness Class Testimonials

GROUP YOUTH COACHING/TRAINING

It's always a bit 'hit and miss' when inviting outside speakers in. However, we have used Sandy for two consecutive years now and she ticks all the boxes! Her backgound expertise and personality proves to be an absolute 'hit' with the students. Her passion to see students realise their potential is evident and we were enthralled and inspired with her delivery and bespoke content.

We've been so impressed with Sandy that we have used her in devising a new peer mentoring programme aimed at helping students make the transition into the sixth form. The training and manuals were impressive and we are filled with optimism about what impact this programme will have. I cannot recommend Sandy highly enough!

Matthew Pawson
Head of Sixth Form
Address Gatton Park, Reigate, Surrey, RH2 0TD
Telephone 01737 649000
Fax 01737 649002
Website www.raa-school.co.uk

It was as great morning and really useful - there was a perceptible change in many of the student's attitudes following the sessions. It was clear students engaged and enjoyed each task. As well as this each student clearly progressed in their understanding of what was required for them to reach their goals. Overall it was massively useful and enjoyable for all involved.

David Brackpool
MA. MSc. BA (Hons). PGCE.
Deputy Head of Sixth Form


YOUTH COACHING

Sandy helped me focus on important issues and also how to resolve or improve them. The coaching with her improved my attitude towards myself as well as other aspects of life e.g. work.

EM, Chertsey

 

PARENT COACHING
Sandy has enabled me to think about areas of my life that need some changing postiviely and with optimism. Prior to our sessions, I felt like I was at the bottom of a huge mountain and frankly had lost motivation to change things as they seem insurmountable. [read more...]

Sandy has given me the tools to solve my problems and also ways to approach difficult situations assertively. I now feel confident that I can continue up my mountain!

Susan, Windsor

 

Before I had life coaching with Sandy; I was the type of person that always thought about all the things I want to do in life without actually thinking about how I am going to achieve these goals. I would often think I can't do that and not have the confidence or the self belief that I could become the type of person that makes it happen. [read more...]

I decided to have life coaching because I felt my life was chaotic with no order and I had a feeling of not knowing where I was going in life and a fear of not achieving everything I feel I should. I wasn't even sure what goals I had in life as I always put my aspirations to the back of mind believing I would never attain any of them, but Sandy helped me find from myself what is important to me, and what I really want out of life. From there it was putting a plan in to action on to reaching the first steps to those goals. I have achieved so much and at times not even realised how much I have in such a short amount of time.

Since starting life coaching with Sandy, I have been able to see a clearer path to my future and everyday I put in to practice skills that she has encouraged me to develop to ensure a positive outlook on my future. It has built my confidence and changed the way I approach everyday life as well as the bigger challenges I face.

Sandy is warm, encouraging, she listened and was genuinely committed to supporting me. Sandy was positive about any ideas or goals I thought about and through her I feel that I have reached a level of confidence I didn't think I could have. She has helped me understand and shown me how to find the tools to reach my goals step by step. I feel like a different person in the way I think about doing any tasks.

Thanks Sandy, your help has been life saving!

Hayley

 

Prior to coaching I was unsure of myself and where my future was going. With Sandy’s help I have been able to realise all of the great things I have already achieved, and I have gained valuable insight which has helped me change, and make positive life changes. I have become more positive, confident and focused, and thanks to the techniques I have learnt over the past few months am now well on the way to achieving my goals. [read more...]

Sandy is inspirational; she has challenged me to move forward, while providing encouragement and support. Working with her has been an extremely rewarding and thought provoking experience. I am now excited about the future!

Thank you Sandy for being a great coach, and mentor.

Claire

 

Working with Sandy allowed me the space to clarify the things that were really important to me and get to the core of my priorities. I was able to achieve much more than I thought I was ready to just by Sandy helping to push me a little further. Having someone objective and confidential to bounce ideas, thought and plans off is priceless! [read more...]

Sandy had just the right balance of empathy and challenge. This is definitely her best quality. Sandy listened and understood my needs and pushed me just a little further when I needed. I was in the process of making a significnt change with regards to lifestyle and career. I had been doing a lot of thinking but sometimes thinking alone is not as effective as thinking with someone else that can ask you the questions that you wouldn’t think to ask yourself! It has been very powerful to have someone to talk to that is 100% focused on your needs and skilled to ask the right question, and provide the space for you to be the best you can be & help you take the actions to move forward.

Sabrina A

 

During the last few months Sandy has been fantastic. I finished a 19 year career with one company and was somewhat "institutionalised" with a narrow perspective on life when our coaching began. [read more...]

Sandra helped me to set goals and broaden my perspective. During the last 6 weeks I have achieved my sailing qualifications, reconnected with my children and gained perspective and balance within my life through a period of immense change, in particular the area of wellbeing, health & fitness.

Sandra has provided invaluable support at a key point in my life.

Gary

 

Before starting these life coaching sessions, I was going from day to day without knowing what I wanted from my life. After just 6 sessions, I have so much more confidence in myself and truly see a bright future ahead of me. Sandra has really got me to see what I want to achieve, both personally & professionally over the next 3 years. [read more...]

Through some fantastic coaching, I have come up with not only my own goals but also the actions to achieve these. Without these sessions I would still be muddling through without knowing what was possible. Sandra is an inspiration to me and thanks to her challenge and support, I know I will achieve these goals. After just 6 sessions, I feel focused and excited about the next 3 years and beyond. Thanks you Sandra for helping me to make this possible.

Helen J

 

The coaching has really enabled me to think clearly about several areas of my life. I have really taken stock of where I am right now and have some tangible and clear goals to aim for. [read more...]

I am so excited that my life is heading in the right direction and feel empowered and confident to make good decisions. I have a much clearer picture of who I am and what I want to be.

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Zumba is great for the obvious reasons, fun, energetic, pacy, great music, new routines. Pilates for wind-down and stretching and strength/core exercies - again varying the music and the exercises (including resistance bands and balls). Benefits: impoved fitness, strength, mobility - really feel a difference in my shape after the pilates class - has helped my back and overall posture, strengthened my core.
Think each class is well structured and caters for mixed ability without losing the flow - routines are broken down which really helps and there is always a sense of achievement having mastered a zumba routine or pilates move.
The classes are really good fun, it's obvious that a lot of time/thought and effort is put in to making each class enjoyable, motivational and stretching at the same time. Really enjoy them.
Frankie from Ashford

 

I enjoy being amongst a group of mixed age groups, and for most sessions, both genders. I also like the fact that sessions are never the same. Other plusses are being able to exercise before the evening meal, and being within walking distance from home. Physically I can bend and reach much easier, and think I walk more evenly than before. I'm convinced Pilates is worth continuing until old age claims my reasoning.  I find the balance about right between strengthening and flexibility. I can't honestly think what you might improve on.
Jane W from Ashford

 

I enjoy Sandy's friendly and fun approach. I have noticed an improvement in my body figure and tone.
Justine M from Ashford

 

I have been doing Pilates with Sandy, Vive ut Vitas, since March 2010 and look forward to the class each week. Sandy has been very helpful and mindful of previous injuries and always gives a number variations on each exercise to suit you.
Liz K

 

Since doing Pilates I have increased flexibility and strength to support my other sporting activities. My knees are so much better now that my ITB is being stretched. I really enjoy the classes. It is always good to learn new techniques and this happens on a regular basis which is good.
Richard B from Ashford

 

Great teaching - classes are always fun and I'm always glad I've been. Fewer upper back aches and less overall stiffness.  I'm hoping to start attending Zumba too so I think its great that the price is reduced when you attend two classes. Think the classes are fantastic!
Amarjit from Ashford

 

I enjoy the friendly, relaxed feeling the classes have. I don't feel I am being judged, but encouraged to improve my fitness.
Vivien from Ashford

 

I love the music... It relaxes me and gets me in the mood. Since starting the classes I feel more toned and energised and have energy for the weekend. I love it all.
Louise

 

I just wanted to thank you for being so patient with this complete Pilates novice. You have me hooked and even after 5 weeks I’m slowly beginning to see the change in my body shape and a real improvement in my core strength. I even find myself tightening my core when I’m walking around to improve my posture and that’s a real first! Thanks once again.
Tina

 

Great classes. I enjoy the pace of the Dance exercise class and the attention to detail on the Pilates class. Sandra updates the classes regularly so we don't get stale and she is very good at explaining what part of the body we are working and why. She also gives individual instruction where necessary in the Pilates class to ensure we are doing the exercises correctly - very good.
Liz S of Woking

 

I love the relaxation and the pace. The tension goes and I feel relaxed at the end of the day. I feel as if I’ve exercised but without the pain.
Sue

 

I first started Pilates because I fell down the stairs shortly after I had my 2nd baby and hurt my back. Being a busy Mum of 2 young children with a career that involves travel, I cannot afford to have downtime.Pilates not only helps physically but gives time to switch off and focus on me. Pilates with Sandy is terrific, not only because it always varies, but because no matter how inexperienced or experienced you are, you are made to feel welcome and technique is improved in a friendly and discreet way. Very quickly, Sandy turns a room of strangers into a friendly club, so not only does my core get a workout, there is always alot of laughing as well.Highly recommend it!
Deb TB, Ascot

 

I have less back aches and my husband has noticed my flat tummy within 6 weeks so that can’t be bad!
Tanya, Chertsey

 

PILATES FOR PREGNANCY

Sandy's classes are enjoyable and relaxed. She tailors each session to your changing needs and energy levels through the pregnancy. I found the classes particularly beneficial for my posture and definitely experienced less backache than in my first pregnancy. I thoroughly recommend going along.
Tanya Mathie, Virginia Water