ABOUT
Nordic Walking Bude is headed up personally by Gill Taylor, 61 .
Background
Gill's work is focussed on helping and supporting others to achieve their personal goals , be they health and well-being or fitness. Gill utilises her wide range of skills and experience to offer a comprehensive and personal service .
She is a qualified Independent Occupational Therapist , registered with the HCPC and the Royal College Of Occupational Therapy. ( Please see Occupational Therapy)
She is also a fully qualified Fitness and Nordic Walking Instructor and Personal Trainer .
Work History and Experience.
Gill has worked in the Fitness Industry since 1992 , running her own business delivering personal training , workshops and classes.
In 2007 she qualified as an Occupational Therapist and has worked for a number of mental health organisations and charities including six years working with traumatised Ex-Service Personnel .
As a student, Gill worked on the North York Moors as an assistant shepherdess, and has also worked as a groom with event horses , as crew for a yacht delivery company and as a volunteer overseas, which she still does ..
Qualifications
Fully Insured for both Occupational Therapy and Fitness Instruction
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BSc Hons. Occupational Therapy
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HND Agriculture
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Obesity and Diabetes Management Level 4
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GP Exercise on Prescription Level 3 ( Teesside University)
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Specialist Mental Health Certificate in Exercise Referral
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AFAA Personal Training Certificate
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INWA Nordic Walking Instructor Certificate
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RSA Exercise to Music
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Weights and Circuit Training Certificate
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Exercise Outdoors Certificate
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Step Reebok/Core Reebok/Functional Strength
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Emergency First Aid
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THRIVE Social and Therapeutic Horticulture Certificate
(Full portfolio available)
Member of :
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Health Care Professionals Council
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Royal College of Occupational Therapy
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College of Occupational Therapy Specialist Section-Independent Practitioners.
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Fitness Professionals
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Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity
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British Nordic Walking


