About Holistica & Jess Blackbond

I developed an interest in the aspect of movement and the progressive sculpting of the human body when training to become a professional Contemorary Dancer at the Northern School of Contemporary Dance, Leeds. During the final year of my Honours Degree, I studied for a diet and Nutrition Diploma and Personal Training Diploma at the White Rose School of Health and Beauty in Leeds. After gaining my qualifications in 2002, I then went on to qualify as a Pilates Mat-work and Pilates for Pregnancy Instructor with In-Touch Therapy in North Yorkshire in 2004.

Pole Dancing has always been a hobby of mine - the fitness aspect and the euphoric feeling of swinging around a pole in wonderful shapes and positions is fantastic!!!
I have been very fortunate to have worked with many influential people and Companies in my career to date.

These include working with:
Phoenix Dance Theatre
Energise Dance Company
TAFKA Dance Company
Wiggle and Giggle With Me
Xscape @ Castleford
National Dance Teachers association
Richard Hill Fit 4 Life
SNAPS - Childrens Group