About Niki – Chartered Physiotherapist & Dance Fitness Instructor
Hi, I’m Niki - a chartered physiotherapist and qualified group fitness instructor based in Leamington Spa. I created IndulgDance Fitness to help people enjoy movement through dance-based fitness classes that improve strength, mobility and overall wellbeing.
Professional Background
My journey started in professional sport. I was a multiple National Champion in Rhythmic Gymnastics and a member of the Hungarian National Team, competing internationally from a young age.
Training and competition were my life, and I am incredibly proud of what I achieved during that time.
After finishing my rhythmic gymnastics career, I went on to work with several dance companies, performing in contemporary dance. This experience deepened my understanding of movement and artistic expression and creativity.
Personal Journey and Challenges
However, professional sport also came with challenges.
From a young age, as a professional rhythmic gymnast and dancer, I struggled with body image due to strict expectations and long-term dieting. This led to low self-confidence and an unhealthy relationship with food that followed me throughout my entire career.
After leaving competitive sport and dance, I experienced significant weight gain and spent years trying to find a sustainable and healthy way of weight management.
A Turning Point
Over time, I realised that lasting change doesn’t come only from restriction, but from enjoyment, consistency, and self-acceptance.
That shift in mindset eventually led me to dance fitness. After years of a more sedentary lifestyle, I returned to exercise, and movement once again became something I genuinely enjoyed.
From Passion to Profession
I qualified as a Fitness Instructor in 2004 and began teaching a wide range of classes, including:
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Step aerobics
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Body conditioning
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Stretching
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Ballet and gymnastics for children
Working as a professional dancer further expanded my knowledge and continues to influence my choreography today.
My Approach to Dance Fitness
Today, my approach combines:
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Physiotherapy knowledge
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Dance-based movement
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Strength and conditioning principles
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Mobility and flexibility training
My goal is to create classes that are:
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enjoyable
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effective
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supportive for all ability levels
Whether you want to build fitness, improve mobility, lose weight or simply enjoy movement, my classes are designed to help you feel confident and capable.
Qualifications and Expertise
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Chartered Physiotherapist (HCPC registered)
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Member of CSP (Chartered Society of Physiotherapy)
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Certified Group Fitness Instructor
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Registered with EMD UK
Join the IndulgDance Fitness Community
IndulgDance Fitness is a welcoming and supportive community where people of all ages, backgrounds, and fitness levels can enjoy movement together.
Whether you are starting your journey, returning to exercise, or looking for something new, you will be supported every step of the way.
Join a dance fitness community in Leamington Spa that keeps you motivated, inspired, and moving.
