Liz Shaw

Liz Shaw has been teaching Pilates for 30 years and delivering teacher training for 25, educating dance teachers, Pilates teachers, personal trainers and fitness instructors. She is a BASI trained Comprehensive Pilates Instructor, Strength Coach and Master Personal Trainer, and she founded her West London coaching business, Shaw Lifestyle, in 2013.

As a tutor, assessor and experienced IQA, Liz delivers industry-standard teacher training qualifications and has redesigned learning materials, written theory assessments and helped studios build consistent teaching standards, while making sure instructors keep their own individuality and style. Her specialist knowledge of posture, muscle imbalance, scoliosis, pre- and post-natal and menopause adds depth and real-world context to her teaching.

With a foot in both worlds, Liz also leads hybrid training that helps Pilates instructors understand strength training and how to weave it into their work, giving their clients the best of both disciplines.

Liz believes qualifying is the start of the journey, not the destination. Her teaching goes beyond the syllabus to build a sharp observational eye, clear and confident communication, and a deeper understanding of movement. She is committed to continuing professional development and mentors her learners as they grow and progress through the industry. Dynamic, positive, warm and empathetic, she has a real gift for tuning into each learner's needs. Her aim is to help teachers become thoughtful, adaptable and confident instructors who teach with both knowledge and heart.