Aberdeen Independent MS (AIMS)
Meet Our Instructors
Meet the dedicated instructors who guide our activities. Their expertise and passion are the backbone of our community, ensuring that we provide the best support for our members. We are grateful for their commitment to AIMS and the positive impact they have on each individual journey.
Mia Middleton
Mindfulness Coach
A career in Social Work, with a background in Social Sciences, and training in counselling skills. Qualified instructor in Reiki, Indian Head Massage, the Dorn Method, Sound Therapy and more recently Mindfulness and a passionate believer in the power of healing through alternative therapies.
Nicola Bradbury
Seated Yoga Coach
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With nearly 30 years supporting local communities,I've worked with older adults, children with learning difficulties and people with varied abilities as a fitness instructor. After being diagnosed with fibromyalgia, I trained in Traditional Hatha Yoga (600 hours) and Reiki - both of which helped me - and now I help others. I now work online from France and lead the AIMS digital Wednesday Seated Yoga class.
Ian Gourlay
Thursday Exercise Class
An exercise enthusiast, who participates in various exercise classes himself, Ian hosts our Thursday digital exercise class with fun themes likethe Olympics!
Maria Jones
Exercise Coach
Founder and owner of Yuvayoga. Accredited Chair Yoga and Exercise Specialist. Previously led AIMS Seated Yoga sessions and now takes our Tuesday Chair Based Exercise classes.
Morag Coull
Physiotherapist
Physiotherapist with NHS Grampian, and has been leading our Thursday face-to-face strength and balance circuit class since 2017, during which time our numbers have increased to the extent we now have two classes with a break for coffee and chat in between. This hands-on class provides an opportunity for Morag to spend time with each individual in order to tailor each exercise to suit that person's individual needs.
As a result the class is suitable for everyone, from those with only mild symptoms, to those who require walking aids or are wheelchair users. Everyone can derive benefit from this class.
Liz Wood
Physiotherapy Support Worker
Spent 20 years as a Physiotherapy Support Worker with the NHS and has extensive experience of working with individuals with various medical conditions, including those with MS. Now puts her skills to good use supporting Morag with our Thursday classes, imparting knowledge and good humour in equal measure.