Why did you become a Fitness Instructor?

Sara has always prioritised her health and taken the time to be fit. After having children, she became a dermatology nurse and later began teaching fitness classes from her home in Denver, USA.

She began this second career by obtaining her PT certification and hasn’t looked back since! In November 2018, Sara moved to Harrogate with her family and shortly afterwards, began teaching classes at Beckwith Health Club.

What do you do in your own training?

Sara is our PiYo class instructor.  PiYo is a fusion of Pilates and Yoga. It involves a combination of HIIT (High Intensity Interval Training), cardio exercise, flexibility, and strength training.  PiYo moves faster than yoga, though it also involves holding poses for some time. What’s great about it is if you lose track or get lost, you can choose to stick to one move to ensure you’re constantly staying active. And then, jump back in when you’re ready!

What are your areas of expertise?

Sara teaches PiYo classes at Beckwith Health Club. Her classes last 60 minutes and are offered throughout the week. Remember to reserve your spot, as these have been very popular with Beckwith’s clients!

According to Sara, her Piyo classes will get your heart pumping but are also well-rounded. The class structure starts with a warm-up, followed by increased intensity, a flow sequence, stretch and strength work, and then a cool down.

Fun Fact

Despite having lived in Colorado almost all of her life, Sara says she hasn’t once been tempted to try skiing. That’s not something most Coloradoans could say!