For me fitness has to be fun, if it’s not fun, you won’t stick to it!
About Me and The Studio
I have been in the fitness industry for over 15 years, working as both a Pilates teacher and Personal Trainer, and my passion has always been simple: helping people feel their very best. When I opened the studio in September 2020, I knew it was the start of something special — and five years on, I’ve never looked back. It’s been the most rewarding journey, watching our community grow stronger, healthier, and happier together.
Alongside my Personal Training and Pilates qualifications, I hold a Level 4 Certificate in Physical Activity and Lifestyle Strategies, and I’m also trained as a Biomechanics Trainer, Pelvic Floor Trainer, and Pre- and Postnatal Specialist. These qualifications allow me to support a wide range of people — from those looking to build strength and confidence, new mums wanting safe and effective guidance, to anyone who simply wants to move better and feel better.
At our studio, we’re more than just a gym. We’re a coach-led, heart-led facility, where every session is designed to support, encourage, and inspire you. Whether it’s through Stretch and Strength, Bootcamps, Strength Training, or Pilates, our goal is to make exercise something you truly enjoy, not just something you “have to do.”
We may be a small business, but we have big ambitions: to help the people of Bideford and the surrounding area fall in love with movement, build confidence and find joy in living an active lifestyle.
If you’re ready to take that step, we are here to guide you every move of the way.
Meet The Team
Ffion Morrish
“Hi, I’m Ffion! I’m a Personal Trainer, Fitness Instructor, and CrossFit Coach with over four years of experience helping people get stronger, fitter, and more confident.
I’ve always loved sport and fitness… well, kind of. I tried just about everything growing up — football, dance, rowing, gymnastics — but never stuck with any of them. The one thing that did stick? Training. I started tagging along to the gym with my mum when I was younger, and it quickly became my happy place. By the time I finished school, I knew the fitness industry was where I wanted to be.
I kicked things off with my Level 2 Fitness Instructor certification at college, became the Studio’s first apprentice, and after a year of learning (and plenty of growing in confidence), I qualified as a Level 3 Personal Trainer. Since then, I’ve kept adding to my toolkit — completing courses in indoor cycling, CrossFit Level 1, and more along the way.
These days, my heart lies in weightlifting and strength training. I’m all about helping people nail their technique, build real strength, and discover how functional fitness makes everyday life easier (yes - even carrying all your shopping in one trip).
My goal & promise to you? To make training something you enjoy, not just something you “have to do.” My approach is professional yet personal — I take the time to understand each client’s goals and create training that pushes them to achieve results while keeping the process motivating, supportive and fun - that’s what it’s all about! However, I can’t promise that I won’t miss count your reps, spill my coffee or tell the occasional bad joke along the way!”
Alana Childs
Alana is an incredibly kind person with a real passion for fitness.
”Hello, I’m Alana! I am a personal trainer, group fitness instructor, spin instructor and Hyrox level one qualified coach.
I enjoyed lots of activities and sports when I was younger however when covid lockdown hit I stopped doing everything and lost all motivation, then once we came out I started going to the gym and found a real love for it.
A fun fact about me is that I have a fear of moths and I love relaxing with a spot of colouring!”
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Happy clients
“Roll ups aside, thought I’d let you know how good your sessions make me feel. I wish I’d got into this years ago. I didn’t think I was all that flexible but when I see friends and colleagues my age even trying to tie their shoelaces it makes me realise. I really wish I’d done some before and after from those first golf club sessions many years ago.”
STAN PYLE