Our team of associates

Our partners bring together a diverse range of expertise, each offering a unique service designed to support your health journey. From advanced medical care and nutritional guidance to mindfulness practices and innovative wellness solutions, we work collaboratively to provide comprehensive, science-backed strategies tailored to your needs. Together, we empower you to take control of your health and wellbeing proactively, so you can live well for longer.

Altan ‘Oz’ Ozdemir - Personal Trainer

"My passion is in training and making positive changes to people’s lives. I love working with people and my aim is to make sure that you achieve your ultimate goal with a smile on your face, through laughter and a touch of hard work along the way!".

Oz is a former professional Rugby Union player with a career spanning top clubs including Bristol, Harlequins, Bedford, Leeds, Exeter Chiefs, and Plymouth Albion between 1994 and 2005. With extensive expertise in fitness, nutrition, strength, and conditioning, he is passionate about helping people live well for longer. By using fitness to proactively strengthen the body, he helps individuals build resilience and longevity. Drawing from years of elite sports experience, Oz applies proven training and nutritional methods to guide people toward their goals—ensuring they progress with determination, laughter, and a smile.

Lucy Sugars - Nutritionist

Lucy is a passionate nutritional therapist with over a decade of experience, graduating from the Institute for Optimum Nutrition in 2012. Her journey into nutrition was driven by personal health struggles, including IBS, acne, and PCOS. She has worked with leading organizations like Cytoplan and Foresight, gaining deep expertise in supplements and functional health. Lucy has provided bespoke nutrition support to high-profile clients, including royalty, and has worked as a functional food expert and chef for luxury retreats. Now based in Devon, she continues to help clients achieve optimal health with a practical and balanced approach to nutrition.

"I will help you find a personalised approach to managing your skin or gut condition, so that you can experience clear, healthy skin and a comfortable, pain-free gut. I can help you feel more confident in your own body, and enjoy life without constantly worrying about food triggers and flare-ups".

Chris Croft - Yoga Specialist

"No matter how stiff (or seasoned!) you may be, I'll help you develop a self-care routine that includes simple yoga postures, breathing techniques, and mindfulness practices. This routine will be specifically tailored to suit your individual needs, unlock your body's natural wellbeing, improve your mental health and provide sustained relief from chronic symptoms. No prior flexibility required!"

Chris has been practicing and teaching Yoga, both in the UK and internationally, since 2005. As a Senior Yoga Teacher, Teacher Training Course Leader and Studio Owner, he has over 20,000 hours of experience helping people improve their mental, physical and emotional wellbeing through movement, breathing and mindfulness practice. As a published author and a pioneer in the field of emotional and physiological well-being, Chris blends over 20 years of daily yoga practice and self-study, with a deep understanding of the complexity of the human personality. This powerful synthesis awakens a truly inclusive approach to yoga and health, which embraces the differing individual needs of each client he works with.

Bryony Vandenberg - Health Coach

"My passion is in training and making positive changes to people’s lives. I love working with people and my aim is to make sure that you achieve your ultimate goal with a smile on your face, through laughter…and pain!".

Oz is a former professional Rugby Union player with a career spanning top clubs including Bristol, Harlequins, Bedford, Leeds, Exeter Chiefs, and Plymouth Albion between 1994 and 2005. With extensive expertise in fitness, nutrition, strength, and conditioning, he is passionate about helping people live well for longer. By using fitness to proactively strengthen the body, he helps individuals build resilience and longevity. Drawing from years of elite sports experience, Oz applies proven training and nutritional methods to guide people toward their goals—ensuring they progress with determination, laughter, and a smile.

Elizabeth de Bakker -
Life Coach & Makeover Specialist

“I believe lasting transformation begins within. I help people rebuild self-worth, release inner blocks, and reconnect with who they truly are – especially during times of transition, uncertainty, or personal change. My clients are often navigating midlife shifts, emotional upheaval, or confidence challenges, and I support them to rediscover their vitality and sense of purpose. Whether you’re seeking clarity, confidence, or a fresh start, I offer a nurturing and results-focused space to support your next chapter.”

Elizabeth is the founder of deLush Makeover Studio and a passionate advocate for self-esteem and emotional healing. With over 15 years of experience, she combines transformational coaching with expertise in personal presentation to deliver a holistic, inside-out approach that creates powerful and lasting change.

An ICF-Certified Life Coach, Master NLP Practitioner, and Professional Makeup Artist, Elizabeth specialises in supporting women and men in midlife who may be experiencing identity loss, relationship breakdown, perimenopause, or low self-esteem. Her coaching practice is grounded in empathy, insight, and practical tools – empowering clients to break free from old patterns, ignite their self-worth, and finally show up as the person they were always meant to be.