A Chartered Physiotherapist specialising in Women's Health and Fitness. My passion is helping individuals to achieve optimal heath and wellness, mind and body.
Essex
Welcome to
Sam Head Health & Fitness
Our focus and passion is helping individuals to achieve optimal health and wellness, mind and body.
We encourage and support our clients to make positive lifestyle changes using our evidence-based knowledge, alongside a holistic treatment approach. Supporting and empowering our clients with physical and mental health strategies whatever your age or your ability can lead to better health and happiness.
So, let us help you on your journey with exercise, positive lifestyle change and well being harmony. We offer specialist Women's Pelvic Health physiotherapy, exercise classes, small group, 1-1 or virtual (Skype, Facetime).
So let your journey begin...
How can I help?
Physiotherapy
Physiotherapy tailored to women, with a specialism in pelvic, obstetric and gynaecological issues and rehabilitation.
1 to 1 and group pilates classes, adapted to suit and build on your ability, led by Physiotherapist and Sports Scientist Sam Head. Men & Women Welcome.
Many women know they need some help, but aren't sure where to start. With over 20 years experience within the NHS as a physiotherapist, as well as a specialism in women's health and a sports scientist, a short complimentary call with me can be all it takes to start your journey to a healthier and happier life.
I have been going to Sam’s ‘adapted Pilates’ classes, and more recently Tai Chi classes, for over 15 years, after experiencing a minor back injury. She assessed me and identified the areas I needed to strengthen and there my journey to improved mobility began. Sam knows and understands the needs of each person in every Pilates and Tai Chi class. She further adapts movements for each of us as necessary. What is amazing is that she has helped me prepare for, and recover from, a number of joint replacement operations, helping me to remain fully mobile throughout. I am so grateful for her advice, expertise and encouragement.
Gail
2022-12-10
I was diagnosed over 3 years ago with Parkinson’s Disease. Following this diagnosis I started to find that my movements were becoming restricted and that I was losing strength. My co-ordination also suffered and I often tripped and would occasionally fall. Living with this degenerative condition has led to me experiencing several periods of feeling very low. I have been doing Sam’s Tai Chi class for over a year and find the exercise helps me with my balance and my core strength. The sessions give me a ‘time out’ from my busy life and I am able to use mindfulness that comes as part of the session to help regulate my mood and maintain good mental health. One of the advantages of Sam’s Saturday morning class is that in the warner months, we take sessions outside in a sheltered area on the edge of a woodland. Alongside the fresh air, the Tai Chi sessions taken outside also give me the feeling that I am connecting on a level with the nature which I find both invigorating and incredibly restorative.
Matthew
2022-12-11
Having put my back into spasm following a swimming session, I thought a couple of days rest would sort it out. Unfortunately, it got worse and 5 months later I still had constant chronic lower pain and was taking prescription medication that barely touched the sides. I had to take some time off work as the condition at times put my back into painful spasm that left me bed-ridden. Sessions with the chiropractor did not give me results I had hoped for and once the x-rays came back showing a curvature of the spine (a quite normal condition) I was starting to believe that I would be living for the rest of my life with chronic back pain. I decided to take an alternative route. Sam came highly recommended to me and I joined her Pilates class and saw her for a few sessions of physiotherapy. The programmes she gave me to follow started to make a difference in a matter of weeks – she encouraged me to keep it up at the beginning when it wasn’t immediately apparent that what I was doing was making a difference. I trusted her advice and I am glad that I did, as within 6 weeks I was able to sit without pain and my movements became easier. 6 months on, the physiotherapy programme and the Pilates has helped strengthen my core and rid me of my back pain. I am back digging in the garden and leading a fully active life once again. I am rid of the back pain and have advocated her classes and physiotherapy services to others who have found themselves in the situation that I was in.
Clare
2022-12-13
I first went to Tai Chi without really understanding what I was getting into. I thought it would be a gentle exercise programme to complement Pilates. 18 months later I have found it to be so much more. It is the most amazing therapeutic activity that I do. I find that my mind has a chance to be re-balanced and cared for as much as my body. I feel so different after a session - more energetic, much calmer and positive. The journey that I go on each time is something very special and personal. I thoroughly recommend giving Tai Chi a go. Sam really helps make this activity enjoyable, meaningful and worthwhile.
Cecilia
2022-11-01
I have been attending Sam’s Pilates classes every week for a number of years.
She is a dedicated, enthusiastic and understanding teacher who works very hard to make each class fun as well as rewarding. I have a particular problem with one knee and so Sam is always quick to give alternatives to particular exercises to help those with joint worries. Sessions are enjoyable and excellent value.
Lynda
2022-11-01
During the lockdown I was very lucky to have weekly classes with Sam on my iPad. It was fantastic and Sam kept me motivated in mind and body. I can’t wait to get back into class knowing I am in the best of hands. Sam is amazing. She is extremely knowledgeable in her field, kind, encouraging and mindful of my past issues, frozen shoulder being one. It’s ‘my time’ as Sam rightly says and I leave class feeling relaxed at the same time energised for the week ahead.
Viv
2022-11-01
Les and I have attended Tai Chi since the first class on Saturday mornings, it has helped us to loosen our joints and it is beneficial in helping with our balance. I love the mindfulness which has transported me into a world of calmness imagining I’m in a beautiful forest with waterfalls and watching the waves ebb and flow on a beach I also enjoy Pilates, again it has been helpful for strengthening my back and joints, this is also another fantastic class with mindfulness which I love Aerobics which is very energetic, it makes me feel like I am having a good workout on my lungs, it is a good fitness class I have always enjoyed all my classes with Sam.
Kay
2022-09-17
I can highly recommend Sam’s Pilates and Aerobics classes. I have been going for 10 years and have found it extremely beneficial, physically and mentally. Being able to work to my own capabilities is important and knowing you are being monitored by a qualified physiotherapist. For the past year Sam’s FaceTime classes have kept me going through a very difficult time.
Jane
2022-09-17
Sam has supported me over the past 12 years since I was diagnosed with Parkinson’s. She is professional, very knowledgeable, caring and highly motivating. I would find it difficult to manage my condition without Sam’s ongoing support and encouragement.
Chris
2022-09-17
I have attended Sam’s classes for over twelve years. Many people in the class are regulars because Sam is such a good teacher and she always has our health and well-being at the forefront of her lessons. I have only ever seen Sam go above and beyond to help individuals and her kindness, and knowledge have helped me personally to keep strong and she is a great motivator.
Debbie
2022-09-17
Sam is amazing – she is an expert in physio, Pilates, and mindfulness and brings each of these skills to bear in her treatment programme. I have lower back issues and she has greatly improved my posture, flexibility and general quality of life by providing a tailored, adaptable programme of exercises to increase my core and peripheral strength to reduce strain on my back. I would highly recommend her!
Chris
2022-09-17
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