Meet Alexe - Universal Movement Founder & Creator of Moveology Method.
MY STORY
I’m an only child, but I grew up in a big, loud Irish family surrounded by fierce, loving women—my aunts, cousins, my mum—and lots of tea. Their strength, laughter, stories, and no-nonsense warmth shaped me more than anything else.
As a little girl I lived in my own world and loved the alternative. Dyslexia turned school into a foreign language, so I spoke through movement: singing, dancing, acting, anything that let my huge feelings spill out without needing perfect sentences. Creativity wasn’t a hobby, it was how I survived and felt free in my emotions.
Fast-forward: Despite having a big knee injury in my teens, I built what looked like a dream career— as a performer, event boss, stage manager, and co-founder of London’s hottest dance academy, brands on speed-dial, hundreds of women moving through my classes each week. From the outside: glitter, yes; success, yes. Behind it? I was a walking battery on two percent charge—workaholic, no self-care, stuck in a toxic relationship, pushing myself to my limits.
That decision to finally leave that relationship created a ripple that turned into a tidal wave of change over the next several years.
The biggest—but best—wave of all arrived in 2017, when I became a mum followed by a move to France, my partner’s (now husband’s) home country, and I tried to keep running the London academy from afar. My daughter was one of those magical babies who believed sleep was optional. Nights blurred into days, days into months. I shuffled around like a zombie, pouring from a cracked cup until—snap—I realised if I didn’t start looking after myself, there would soon be nothing left of me to give.
Eventually I had to let the business go—the thing I had built from nothing, the place that had been my identity for fifteen years. Handing it over cracked something open in me. And it wasn’t just the business. Old friendships slipped away. I went from a huge team, thousands of students, and a buzzing social circle… to silence. Just me, a tiny sleepless human, and the deafening echo of who am I now?
That’s when yoga nidra found me. One 20-minute guided recording in the dark, while my daughter finally napped on my chest. Something in me unclenched for the first time in years. My nervous system remembered what safety felt like. That one practice became a daily lifeline, and slowly—very slowly—it began stitching me back together along with tracking the lunar cycle.
Then my dad was diagnosed with throat cancer. We’d had a difficult relationship, but in his last six months of looking after him we softened, healed what we could. When he passed in 2019, my heart broke open in a new way. I turned back to my studies — moonology and astrology — and discovered my birth chart and medical astrology. Suddenly, everything aligned: my intensity, my sensitivity, my patterns of burnout and healing. It felt as if the sky gave me a map back to myself.
From all of it, moon manifesting, yoga Nidra, body astrology, Universal Movement was born in March 2021: simple, pleasurable, preventative self-care and movement that helps you feel like YOU again, without having to fall apart first.
It’s the method I wish I’d had in my 20s and 30s — and the one I want my daughter, and every woman, to grow up knowing: that there is another way. A way to move, breathe, and live in harmony with your natural rhythms. A way to align your life with the ancient wisdom of the sun, the moon, the seasons, and the unique blueprint of your birth chart. This is the key we were never taught.
Today, Universal Movement is home to an incredible sisterhood of teachers, healers, yogis, and coaches (meet them below). Together, we hold space for you to reconnect, rediscover yourself, trust your intuition, manifest with intention, and make life feel like well... magical again.
Whether you’re a burnt-out boss lady, a mum who hasn’t felt like herself in years, or simply someone who wants to move through life with more ease and less force… this is for you.
My mission is simple: to make embodied, cyclical, pleasure-led living the new normal — so you never have to hit rock bottom to finally put yourself first.
Thank you for being here. I can’t wait to move and manifest with you. ✨
Much Love, Alexe
Gemini Sun · Pisces Moon · Virgo Rising · Manifestor 2/4.
WELCOME TO OUR CONSTELLATION OF STARS
Introducing a sisterhood of instructors, artists, and creatives that makes our Moveology program & methodology so special ✨
Susanna - Pilates, Yin Yoga & Creative Artist
Susanna, a Swedish Pilates instructor, writer, and artist, initiated her Pilates journey in 2005. She underwent comprehensive training, earning certifications in mat, ball, and the Reformer under the mentorship of Yvonne Lin, a respected figure in Swedish fitness. Immediately after her initial certification, Susanna joined Yvonne's Y-lab, a company where she shared her expertise for years, and she has since then worked at several studios and is now part of the team at UM.
Susanna's dedication to Pilates extends beyond a fitness practice; it has been her trusted companion through various life stages, including two pregnancies. For her, Pilates embodies self-love for the spine, promoting health and flexibility. After discovering Yin yoga some years ago she has also become a teacher and has her own flavor of teaching Yin in the Moveology program.
Andrea - Womb awakening & feminine embodiment
Rainbow - Restorative yoga, Shamanic therapist & Spiritual motherhood circle facilitator
Rainbow Goddess is a shamanic therapist, psycho-spiritual counsellor, and women's group facilitator. Her motherhood journey—marked by lockdown at 8 weeks postpartum and becoming a single mum at 8 months—exposed the deep effects of patriarchy, individualism, and cultural myths on women during matrescence. A mystical experience revealed the vital role of community, sparking the insight that it doesn’t take a village to raise a child—it takes a village to raise a mother.
She later pursued an MSc in Consciousness, Spirituality and Transpersonal Psychology, becoming a feminist scholar exploring spiritual motherhood. Training in restorative yoga at 18 months postpartum helped her heal and thrive. Now, she supports mothers through retreats, ongoing research, and her podcast Motherhood Rawful But True, which challenges harmful myths and brings healing through honest conversation. Her PhD will develop the first-ever model of matrescence to improve maternal care.
Dr Naomi Newman-Beinart - Leading Health expert & Nutritionist
Dr. Naomi Newman-Beinart is a London-based, leading health expert passionate about natural solutions for people living with pain and chronic conditions. She is a Chartered Psychologist with a PhD in Health Psychology and is a certified Nutritionist. With over 20 years of experience in the health and wellness industry, Dr. Naomi contributes regularly to the wider media as a scientific researcher, medical writer, and health journalist. Dr. Naomi has extensive experience in women's health, focusing on holistic approaches to address various health challenges. At Universal Movement, she brings her comprehensive expertise to help individuals achieve optimal well-being through personalised health strategies and evidence-based practices. Dr. Naomi is dedicated to empowering individuals with the knowledge and tools they need to lead healthier, more fulfilling lives.
Kira - Medical Astrologer & Nutritionist
Kira Sutherland is an Australian Naturopath, Nutritionist, Herbalist and Astrologer who lives between Sydney Australia and the mountains of BC Canada. She divides her time between clients, writing and lecturing on health, wellbeing, and astrology. Known for her vibrant, straightforward teaching style, Kira has lectured in Medical Astrology around the globe and has been in clinic practice for over 25 years. Kira combines her knowledge in Natural Medicine with her passion for Medical Astrology into a wonderful mix of mind/body medicine.
Judith Hill - Queen of Medical Astrology
Judith Hill is the President and Founder of 'The Academy for Astrological Medicine', host of the Monthly Medical Astrology Forecast and is an award-winning author of fourteen books including five medical astrology classics. She is a Chartered Herbalist and produced The Renaissance Medicine conferences. An internationally recognized researcher, Judith published significant statistical research on astro-genetics and astro-seismology. Judith has served as the Educational Director for the SF NCGR; and as the private assistant to renowned physicist Arthur M. Young. Judith is a lifetime consulting astrologer with mastery in multiple genres. In 1989, she successfully matched five biographies to five natal charts in a public skeptic's challenge.
Fay - The Wellbeing Witch
Weaves a passion for seasonal living & the magic of nature and plants, with wisdom gained over many years working in holistic health fitness.
Fay adds in her lived experience of the catastrophic effects that unmanaged chronic stress can have on us, to show how real self care can help us prevent and recover from burnout; helping us to regulate our nervous systems whilst navigating the challenges of modern life.
Her journey and powerful story of recovery from abuse, auto-immune disease, and other health challenges, which culminated with severe life changing burnout, shows how transformation is possible when we heed the call of a wilder way.
When we honour the power of the seasons & a more natural, cyclical way of living, we get more in tune with nature & our bodies, and magic happens.
Blessed with the opportunity to build a new life up a mountain in rural Spain, Fay experienced firsthand the power of authentic living in tune with nature and the seasons,
Fay guides us back to ourselves by bringing all of this, plus a wealth of experience from 20 years working in holistic fitness and well-being into her sessions. Thus enabling us to restore our natural balance in harmony with nature, the seasons, and cycles. Returning us to a healthier, happier mind and body.
Claire - Reiki Master & Spiritual Life Coach
Hey everyone, I wanted to share a bit about my journey with you all. It took me until my 40s to truly realise who I was and what I wanted in life. I spent years just existing on the conveyor belt of life, living up to other people's expectations. But once I woke up to my own desires, everything changed. It's not always easy to be honest with yourself and go after what you truly want, but it's so worth it.
I've been through divorce and single motherhood, and I attracted a lot of negativities into my life because I lacked self-love. But with the help of amazing women and my family, I was able to turn things around.
Through retreats, life coaching, and self-love work, I've transformed my life.
And now, I want to share my journey with all of you. I've just completed my
Reiki Karana Master USUI / HOLYFIRE III in Glastonbury with William Rand 2025 it was a totally magical experience. I’ve also completed my Spiritual Life Coaching Diploma.
Award winning Dove retreat was set to create an open space for women and men to come together, share their experiences, and learn from each other.
If my journey can help even one person, I'll be truly grateful. Remember, it's never too late to start living the life you want.
Stay positive and keep chasing your dreams!
Valentina – Yoga Teacher, Aerialist, Energy Healer
Valentina, 60 is an inspiration & multidisciplinary artist and wellness expert who blends dance, circus, yoga, and holistic healing. Her movement journey began with dance and evolved into circus arts, becoming a skilled aerialist and respected yoga and aerial yoga teacher trainer.
Also trained as a Naturopathic Nutritionist and Cranio-Sacral Therapist, Valentina offers a holistic approach rooted in the balance of body, mind, and spirit. Her healing philosophy combines movement, natural therapies, and energy work.
Her signature Ecstatic Motion experiences fuse yoga, somatic dance, sound healing, Butoh, and energy work—sometimes enhanced with sacred ceremonies or plant medicine—guiding participants through deep transformation and self-discovery.
Valentina continues to inspire through her unique integration of art and wellness, empowering others to awaken their full potential both on and off the stage.
"There is great power when people come together and open their hearts to the realm of possibilities."
Keri Gold - Sensual Movement Goddess
Step into the world of Keri Gold - 55 ✨ — international performer, choreographer, and instructor with over 20 years’ experience turning movement into magic. From dazzling cruise ship shows to 5-star hotels across the globe, Keri has brought sensuality, strength, and show-stopping confidence to stages worldwide with her skills including pole dance, aerial, chair dance and Burlesque
Now, she's excited to share her passion with you teaching online classes especially aimed at complete beginners all designed to unlock your body’s power and your spirit’s boldness — no matter your experience level. Her signature teaching style is all about fun, freedom, and finding your confidence.
Whether you’re here to get fit, feel fabulous, or fall in love with your body again, Keri’s classes are your golden ticket to movement that feels unapologetically you.
Cate McMurray - High Priestess & Intuitive Tarot Reader
Cate is a Spiritual Coach, Feminine Alchemist, and Intuitive Tarot reader devoted to helping women reconnect with their soul and embody their divinity. Through Sacred Circle, Tarot, and ritual, she holds spaces of transformation where women feel deeply seen, supported, and guided by spirit. Cate’s work is rooted in love, authenticity, and the magick of the feminine.
Vicky – Sexologist, Belly Dance & Tantra Teacher
Vicky is a multi award winning fusion belly dance teacher and performer. She is also an initiated Pagan Priestess of Goddess, Tantra practitioner and certified Sexologist. With over twenty years experience in her fields, Vicky weaves the magical threads of Tantra, belly dance and Goddess focused practices together to create a monthly online women's belly dance circle to heal, empower and nourish you. Want to find your sparkle? Re- connect with your sensual side? Find your centre of power? This circle could be for you.
Louisa Darling – Kundalini Yoga
Louisa - For over 14 years I have been guiding seekers on the path of Kundalini Yoga, weaving together ancient wisdom with the art of sacred movement. My teaching is deeply influenced by my roots as a professional belly dancer and my training in Shakti Dance—the yoga of dance—infusing each practice with serpentine grace and fluidity.
Through spirals, waves, and undulating movements, I invite the body to soften and release, awakening energy that nourishes the nervous system, soothes the vagus nerve, and brings relief to back tension and stored stress. My classes are a sanctuary where the divine flows, where movement becomes meditation, and where the body remembers its innate power to heal.
Alongside my yoga journey, I am a teacher of Religious Studies, a mother to five children, and a creatrix of community. I organise Barefoot Festival, host my own retreats, and bring together mystical gatherings such as Witch Festivals in Cornwall and Leicester—spaces where magic, embodiment, and spirit unite.
Now, as I deepen my path through trauma-informed yoga training, I continue to hold sacred space for transformation—where energy rises like a serpent, balance is restored, and spirit is set free.
Alex – Abundance & Money Coach
Leading Shamanic Priestess Of Wealth & Wellbeing, you could say that Alex traverses the ‘material’ and ‘mystical’ worlds. Also known as The Money Breakthrough Coach, Alex is passionate about helping multi-talented, woo adjacent entrepreneurs to monetise their talents by attracting high end clients. After over 15 years in Finance, working with hundreds of individuals, successful high flyers, Alex lost her husband to cancer. She found respite in meditation, mindfulness and energy healing. She re-trained herself in Money Breakthrough Coaching, Business Coaching as well as several energy techniques.
Alex helps leading visionaries, heart-centred entrepreneurs and successful professionals to become the Soulful, Impactful and Rich Leaders that they were born to be.
Alex is a published author, an international speaker and often featured in international media.
Universal Movement Artists
Animalenas - Official Artist
As a wanderer of inner worlds, Animalenas creation's explores themes of womenhood, wilderness, and magic through soulful illustrations. With a desire to embody her deepest truths, she brings a unique artistic perspective to Universal Movement as the Official Artist, visually capturing the essence of the program's transformative spirit. Follow her enchanting work on Instagram: @animalenas
ALEXE'S QUALIFICATIONS
Movement & Yoga
Certifications
- Transformation sleep Yoga Nidra - 100 hours (with Ally Boothroyd) Scholarship ✨
- Restorative yoga - moon-to-moon - 70 hours (with Ally Boothroyd)
- Meditation Instructor
- Yoga Instructor - 200 hours (with Kaivalya yoga method)
- Certified Pilates instructor
- Chakra Dance ® facilitator
- Aerial yoga instructor
- Sensual & embodiment dance instructor with over 20 years teaching experience
- Pioneer & first generation Pole dancer instructor.
- Ex Co-founder of London Dance Academy and CEO of the school for 14 years
- BA Honors in Music & Events Management
Holistic Wellness Certifications
- Moonologer (with Yasmin Boland)
- Alchemical Astrologer & charkas (with Alanana Kaivalya, Ph.D method)
- Self care coach (with Transformational Academy)
- Abundance and manifestation life coach
- Advanced Astrology Apprenticeship Level 3: Vocation, Money and Health Astrology (London School of Astrology)
- Medical Astrology level 1 & 2 (with Astrology of health)
- The Judith Hill Medical Astrology Methodology
- Women's Holistic Wellness and circle facilitator
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