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Essence Studio Annan by LR-Fitness & Wellness
Welcomes you...
Personal Training
Fitness Pilates Reformer Sessions
Group Fitness Sessions
INSPIRE - ACHIEVE - BELIEVE
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A BIT ABOUT ME
Inspire, Achieve, Believe
From Army service to overcoming cancer, my journey has always been driven by a passion for fitness. I’m a WABBA qualified Personal Trainer and I am a CIMSPA registered & accredited (Member No: 1318132) Group Fitness Instructor, with expertise in Aqua Fitness, Circuits, HIIT, Barre, Fitness Pilates, and Reformer Pilates. Whether its at group fitness classes in Essence Studio that I operate in Annan, personal training at LActive or in our weekly Hydro-worx aquatic fitness classes, I help people of all abilities build strength, confidence, and wellbeing.
My mission is simple: to INSPIRE, ACHIEVE, and BELIEVE.
Helping YOU become the best version of yourself.
SERVICES
HYDRO-WORX, FITNESS PILATES, PERSONAL & SEMI-PERSONAL TRAINING
FACE TO FACE SERVICES BASED IN ANNAN, DUMFRIESHIRE.
HYDRO-WORX
AQUATIC FITNESS BUT NOT AS YOU KNOW IT
Hydro-Worx is my own style of aquatic fitness. Based on HiiT Training combined with the additional benefits of working out in water.
These workouts are great for both cardiovascular training and conditioning due to the water providing constant resistance your muscles will work harder in the water than out but you wont get the pain in your joints like you would out of the pool. You can go for it, in fact this is where you can really put the effort in!
SH1FT FITNESS CLASSES
SH1FT CARD1O - SH1FT L1FT - SHIFT M1ND
SH1FT Fitness are a world wide fitness program developer, they currently have 6 main formats of exercise classes and at Essence Studio we offer 3 of their most popular formats, SH1FT L1FT (Resistance Training Inspired), SH1FT CARD1O (Body weight HiiT and LiiT Inspired) and M1ND (Mobility, Stability and Flexibility Inspired). Whether you are a pro-athlete, a beginner or just wanting to try something a little different and challenging you are all welcome. Exercises can be adjusted to your own level of ability, so there is no need to worry about high impact training as there will always be an optional exercises to choose from.
FITNESS PILATES CLASSES
ALIGNMENT - BREATHING - CENTRE
Fitness Pilates was created by Rachel Holmes in 2002 as a fitness/group
exercise version of traditional Pilates delivered in a contemporary style
for qualified Fitness Professionals.
At Essence Studio we offer Fitness PIlates, Reformer Fitness Pilates and Hybrid Fitness Pilates. These are all variants which will help you with the ABC of fitness pilates practice as shown above Alignment (Posture), Breathing & Centre (Balance). Fitness PIlates is used for core strengthening, helping to mobilise the body more effectively and create a sense awareness and control of the body.
I also offer private group classes, corporate and wellness event options.
PERSONAL TRAINING
BUILDING STRENGTH, ENDURANCE & EMPOWERMENT
Health and Fitness is not only about what your body looks like on the outside, but also on the inside! I will make sure your body and mind find the right balance. Personal Training Sessions with me are designed with you in mind.
I am always available to contact if you have questions or need advice on Whatsapp.
I offer health screening and fitness testing for all my personal training clients including:
InBody Scans (availible at LActive)
blood pressure monitoring
blood glucose testing
respiritory health testing
nutrition macros calculation specific to you and your current lifestyle
your heart rate training zones
1RPM testing for efficient training
cardiovascular fitness testing
Sessions can be 1:1, 2:1 or potentially small group - enquire for pricing. I also offer 1:1 Fitness Pilates Reformer Sessions and Aquatic Fitness Personal Training.
TESTIMONIALS
When lockdown happened, Louise started offering online charity zoom exercise classes and I decided to join her classes for a few reasons. I would help support a good cause. I would limit lockdown weight gain, I would get fitter. I also joined her classes because I know she is fair, kind, encouraging, helpful and most important to me she helped me be accountable. I am such a lazy person but I made sure that I came to the classes because I didn't want to let her or myself down. I would highly recommend doing Louise classes you will enjoy it!
- Yolanda (Oxfordshire)
I started my fitness journey 3 years ago with Louise & I can honestly say she's inspirational. With knowledge, humour and motivation she has helped me achieve so much and I now feel stronger, fitter and ready for any challenge.
- Lori (Gretna)
I took part in Louise’s online fitness classes back in the summer of Covid 2020. These fitted well into my life and I loved the variety of classes that was on offer. The classes were different times, morning and evenings. Mornings worked well for me.
- Nicola (Annan)
Louise is so knowledgeable and so good at making you feel at ease and motivated at the same time...her classes are brilliant both pilates and hydro works. I recently done the new aquatic pt session and this was brilliant, as much of a workout as the gym but in the pool. Thank you Louise for your dedication.
- Tela (Annan)
FAQ's
Where is Essence Studio? We are located at Unit BU2 Provost Mills North, Queensberry Street, Annan DG12 5BL
Where do I go for my Hydro-worx class? We use Solway Swim & Leisure Pool, Blythewood, Whitesprings, DG12 6RD
Where do I go for my Personal Training Sessions? Unless stated otherwise, all Personal Training Sessions are located at LActive, Silverlaw Industrial Estate, Annan, DG12 5EJ
Do I need to join LActive to come to Personal Training sessions? No, you do not need a memebrship if you are training with me, you will need to pay to use LActive if you are attending out with your Personal Training sessions.
What do I need to bring to my Fitness PIlates reformer class? You will need grip socks, water and a towel (optional).
Do I need water shoes for the Hydro-Worx classes? No, you do not need to wear water shoes, these are optional.
Do I need to be able to swim to take part in Hydro-Worx Classes? No, you do not need to swim, however you must make the instructor aware you are a non-swimmer prior to class starting.