Weekly Class Instructors

Davy Vallecer

Teaches: Women Only Barre (Tuesdays and Thursdays), Barre (Wednesdays) and Vinyasa Yoga (Thursdays)

"Hello! I'm Davy and I've been a Zumba®  instructor since 2011 amongst other group exercise classes such as box HIIT, barreconcept, Zumba toning and restorative yoga. I currently teach Box HIIT, Flow and Restore Yoga and Barre at UCL Students Union' as part of Project Active. Come as you are and move at a level that works for you. You can move anyway you like as long as you move, have fun and just be you. Benefits include: A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class."

Kirty Mody

Teaches: Postgraduate Pilates (Tuesdays) and Dynamic Pilates Women Only (Wednesdays)

"I am a Vinyasa Yoga, Pilates and a Barre Teacher.  I have been practising Yoga and Pilates since 2011 and teaching since 2016.  Barre came into my life a couple of years ago and has taken me on a different journey of mental and physical health, which was why during the craziness of 2020 I decided to become a Barre Teacher. I love teaching and I strongly believe in using language that will promote body positivity, inspire people to become the teacher of their own body and encourage my students to discover what they can achieve. My style of teaching is fun, light-hearted and playful with a safe blend of flow and alignment; come and spend some time with me and let's see what adventures we can embark on together."

Zoe Lau

Teaches: Project Active Hatha Yoga Tuesday at Bloomsbury and Wednesdays at East

"I have been practising Yoga since 2019. I am a Registered Yoga Teacher. I teach Hatha and Vinyasa style Yoga, which is suitable for all levels especially for beginners.  My goal is to educate people how to apply yoga techniques in daily life so they can build awareness in their body and reap in the benefits. My class will focus on the alignment and posture with hands on adjustment. Pranayama is introduced into class to build awareness of breath work and to promote mental wellbeing. I enjoy sharing the knowledge handed down to me from all the inspiring teachers I’ve met. Come and join me in my class and leave feeling the benefits for both body and mind."

Kristina Kavrakova

Teaches: Women Only Restorative Yoga (Sundays)

"Hello, I am Kristina and I did my first yoga teacher training in 2023. I can teach various styles of yoga. You can join me online every Monday and in-person on Sunday teaching Sound healing sessions for Project Active. You can find me in class completely immersed by the magic of Sound bowls, Chimes and a gong!"

Victoria Xu-Tang

Teaches: Postgraduate Mat Pilates (Thursdays) and Mat Pilates (Fridays)

"My name is Vicky and I am a newly qualified mat Pilates instructor. I have been practicing Pilates for over a year, transitioning from my dance background in ballet, contemporary, commercial, and pole. I graduated from UCL in 2022 after completing a BSc in Economics and joined the corporate world of work. After some time, I realised that my passions actually lie in movement and being able to help others feel strong so I retrained as a Pilates instructor. I hope that I can help you find your passion and enjoyment in movement too!"

Laura Heywood

Teaches: Mat Pilates (Saturdays)

"I’m Laura—a dance artist, facilitator, and Pilates teacher with over 10 years of teaching experience. Throughout my dance career, Pilates has been essential in maintaining strong posture, alignment, and technique. I have been teaching contemporary and creative dance for several years. In early 2024, I trained as a Pilates instructor, and I am now using this technique to help others build strength, balance their alignment, and discover a fun new way of moving. Pilates has not only supported my hyperextension but has also benefited my mental health through its focused and mindful practice. I hope to bring these benefits to the UCL community in a welcoming, accessible, and relaxing environment."

Ema Mako

Teaches: Women Only Dance Fit (Mondays)

Aoife Sadlier

Teaches: Dance Fit (Fridays)

We have other incredible qualified instructors and coaches in our Project Active offer from:

  • London Aquatics Centre
  • London Trampolining Academy