The team.
Dearbhla Mitchell - Founder & Instructor
After completing a BA Hons Degree in English Literature & Theatre Studies at UCD, I ignited my love of poetry and theatre but was certain that I wanted to pursue a more physical career path.
I began dancing at a young age. That passion has stayed with me throughout my life, playing an active role in the UCD Dance Society and performing as a lead soloist with the Monica Loughman Ballet Company.
For me, exercise has always been about mental health and battling my demons through movement. I wanted to give others that same feeling of wellbeing that fitness and dance has given me.
I decided to combine my love of movement and health. I completed the QQI Certificate in Nutrition and the EQF Level 4 National Qualification in Exercise and Health at the National Training Centre.
Shortly after passing my exams, I was offered an internship at Platinum Pilates and enjoyed teaching at their many studios for over two years alongside a regular weekly slot at YogaHub, before leaving to host my own classes.
I have gone on to expand my skills with STOTT Pilates Matwork and national qualifications in Pre & Post Natal Exercise, Exercise for the Older Adult, Polestar Reformer Pilates and the teaching certificate in Progressing Ballet Technique.
I am also a huge fan of music, spending most of my free time attending small gigs across the city. I love to stay back after class to chat about my playlists with clients.
I began dancing at a young age. That passion has stayed with me throughout my life, playing an active role in the UCD Dance Society and performing as a lead soloist with the Monica Loughman Ballet Company.
For me, exercise has always been about mental health and battling my demons through movement. I wanted to give others that same feeling of wellbeing that fitness and dance has given me.
I decided to combine my love of movement and health. I completed the QQI Certificate in Nutrition and the EQF Level 4 National Qualification in Exercise and Health at the National Training Centre.
Shortly after passing my exams, I was offered an internship at Platinum Pilates and enjoyed teaching at their many studios for over two years alongside a regular weekly slot at YogaHub, before leaving to host my own classes.
I have gone on to expand my skills with STOTT Pilates Matwork and national qualifications in Pre & Post Natal Exercise, Exercise for the Older Adult, Polestar Reformer Pilates and the teaching certificate in Progressing Ballet Technique.
I am also a huge fan of music, spending most of my free time attending small gigs across the city. I love to stay back after class to chat about my playlists with clients.
Jenny O’Connell - Instructor
In 2011, I graduated from UCD with a BSc in Sports and Exercise Management. I then went on to study Physiotherapy in Royal College of Surgeons Ireland and I am currently working in Mater Misericordiae University Hospital as a physiotherapist.
My work as a physiotherapist lead me to Pilates and so I completed the STOTT intensive mat training course in 2019.
From a young age I have been involved in individual and team sports including hockey and skiing. While in college I coached hockey for my club’s junior teams.
I enjoy an active lifestyle going to the gym, boxing, running and, of course, Pilates.
I am passionate about helping people of all levels achieve their optimal physical ability and live a active lifestyle.
My work as a physiotherapist lead me to Pilates and so I completed the STOTT intensive mat training course in 2019.
From a young age I have been involved in individual and team sports including hockey and skiing. While in college I coached hockey for my club’s junior teams.
I enjoy an active lifestyle going to the gym, boxing, running and, of course, Pilates.
I am passionate about helping people of all levels achieve their optimal physical ability and live a active lifestyle.
