Meet The Team

  • Jack Woodford - Founder & HIIT Coach

    Jack, the driving force behind The Foodie Retreats, embodies a fusion of fitness, nutrition, and wanderlust.

    With 5+ years as a Personal Trainer and Group Exercise Instructor, his expertise transcends conventional fitness. Renowned for his affable nature, he prioritizes each guest's welfare.

    Jack's proficiency in strength and conditioning, optimal nutrition coaching, and sports massage therapy guarantees a comprehensive retreat.

    As your host and head coach, he delivers a bespoke experience, leaving no stone unturned to ensure every guest feels looked after during their retreat!

  • Gizem Erguder - Yoga & Pilates Instructor

    Gizem is our Yoga & Pilates Instructor.

    Originating from Turkey, Gizem has met the health and fitness world at the age of 4 through ballet. Since then she has diversified her workout, focusing on dancing, yoga and pilates.

    Living in 5 different countries, she developed an unwavering ability to build effective bonds with students of all backgrounds, ages and abilities. Her classes spread contagious energy and positivity and she aims to bring a unique sense of empowerment to each of her classes.

  • Abby Rose - Yoga Instructor

    Abby is our Hatha and Vinyasa Yoga Teacher.

    She completed her Yoga training in the spiritual capital of Thailand where she trained in Vinyasa, and Hatha, as well as yogic philosophy, breathwork, and meditation techniques, which she incorporates into all of her classes.

    Expect to explore new movements, creative flows, and a banging playlist to keep you going as you’re holding the harder postures!