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TRACY FEATURED IN THE MAY 2013 ISSUE OF BODY FIT MAGAZINE

Tracy was interviewed for a feature on women who are fitter in their 40s than their 20s and 30s and named 'the strength guru'. Tracy has successfully beaten chronic fatigue syndrome and some pretty terrible eating habits, and is now healthy, happy and extremely active!

http://www.bodyfitmagazine.co.uk/

NEW DATES FOR MAY 2013 WOMEN'S SELF-DEFENCE COURSE AT SWEATY BETTY, BRISTOL

The dates for my next free four-week course are May 7th, 14th, 21st and 28th. Please email tracy@brainboxcoaching.co.uk to book your place. All classes are from 6-7.15pm and are run at the Sweaty Betty shop on Queens Road, between Patisserie Valerie and Wagamama. There is metered car parking in the area. Please wear loose & comfortable clothing that you don't mind being tugged or wearing on the floor. You don't need any level of fitness or martial arts training to join in, and you will learn all about the psychology of self-protection to avoid trouble in the first place, as well as very practical techniques should you need them.

BRAINBOX MEETS CELEBRITY SELF-DEFENCE INSTRUCTOR JENNIFER CASSETTA

Tracy spent a fun day in London with celebrity self-defence instructor & PT Jennifer Cassetta (The Today Show, The Marie Osmond Show), who was on a visit from Los Angeles. They learned a lot from each other, as well as visiting the Sweaty Betty flagship store on the King's Road, making the most of the winter sale! Thanks to the King's Road staff for their hospitality - photos are in the Image Gallery. Tracy hopes to join Jennifer in LA for a joint class very soon...

TRACY NOW FEATURED AS A BRAND AMBASSADOR ON THE SWEATY BETTY WEB SITE

Tracy was appointed as a local Brand Ambassador for the Bristol branch of Sweaty Betty earlier this year, and now appears on the main web site. Please contact the Bristol shop directly or email tracy@brainboxcoaching.co.uk if you'd like more information about women's self-protection training, both group classes and private sessions

http://www.sweatybetty.com/storedetail-storedetail115/#club

TRACY JOHNSON IN OM YOGA MAGAZINE!

Tracy has an article in the November 2012 issue of OM Yoga Magazine - 'Fight or flight - mindfulness for personal safety'. Available from WH Smith and other newsagents. http://www.ommagazine.com/

NEW ARTICLE ON SELF-DEFENCE BY TRACY JOHNSON

Have a read of Tracy's new article on self-protection on www.mindbodygreen.com' 3 Ways to Stay Safer in the City http://www.mindbodygreen.com/0-6467/3-Ways-to-Stay-Safer-in-the-City.html

NEW DATES FOR WOMEN'S SELF-DEFENCE TRAINING AT SWEATY BETTY, BRISTOL

Want to learn how to avoid potential attacks, or how to survive if the worst should happen? Tracy is running a free, four-week women's self-defence course to help you do just that. You will learn how to develop awareness and assertiveness, strikes and pressure point attacks, basic knife defence, defence against a sexual assault, and restraints and takedowns. These are essential skills for any woman as well as being a highly-effective confidence builder. Message Tracy at tracy@brainboxcoaching.co.uk for information and bookings. Course dates are November 28th, December 5th, 12th & 19th, 6pm-7.15pm at Sweaty Betty, Queens Road, Bristol.

TRACY JOHNSON APPOINTED AS A BRAND AMBASSADOR FOR SWEATY BETTY!

In recognition of the women's self-defence classes that Tracy regularly runs with Sweaty Betty's Bristol shop, she has been appointed as a Brand Ambassador! This is an exciting role promoting a fantastic sportswear brand that will help Brainbox Coaching to keep raising its profile and spread self-protection skills to the public.

OLYMPIC SUCCESS FOR UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL'S HIGH PERFORMANCE SQUAD!

Brainbox is about to embark on its third year of coaching these elite international competitive athletes and was incredibly excited to have worked with Olympic finalists Lawrence Clarke (men's hurdles) and Georgie Twigg (women's hockey). It's a privilege to be involved with these truly outstanding individuals.

NEW! SIX WEEK WOMEN'S SELF DEFENCE COURSE COMING TO SWEATY BETTY, BRISTOL

Brainbox will be offering a free course open to all women in the Bristol/South West area who want to learn the fundamentals of self-defence, including developing awareness & assertiveness, de-escalating conflict, effective striking and basic knife defence. The course starts on July 18th and continues on July 25th, August 1st, 8th, 15th, 29th & September 5th. All sessions start at 6pm and will be held in the Sweaty Betty shop on Bristol's Triangle, Queens Road. Email tracy@brainboxcoaching.co.uk to book your place.

LEARN HOW TO MANAGE & DEAL WITH FEAR, MAY 12TH, VASSALL CENTRE, BRISTOL

Do you have trouble speaking in front of others? Do you doubt yourself when you are needed in a personal or professional situation? Do you have thoughts and anxiety that hold you back from achieving personal or professional goals? This seminar/workshop is designed to help you understand what fear really is and what the body and mind goes through when it is put under a stressful, traumatic or violence encounter. Fear is a feeling that we can control! Packed full of essential information, tips, tactics and techniques that will help you begin to master your fears and the adrenalin rush. The seminar will be run by Kevin O'Hagan, UK self-protection specialist, conflict management expert, martial artist & author. It's a seminar that everyone can and should attend. Manual and certificate supplied on completion.

To book, email jakeohagan@ymail.com or call 07789865284. Brainbox will be there to learn from a true master!

WOMEN'S SELF-DEFENCE SESSION WITH SWEATY BETTY, MAY 1ST

Tracy will be offering a free, women-only introduction to self-defence at Sweaty Betty's Bristol branch on Tuesday 1st May at 6pm. Just turn up, have fun and learn to be strong! Email us at tracy@tbrainboxcoaching.co.uk if you would like more information.

BRAINBOX SPEAKING AT SOUTH-WEST ACCESS TO HIGHER EDUCATION CONFERENCES

Tracy will be wearing her study skills and motivational hats in January and February when she speaks to Access students at two regional conferences to be held at the University of the West of England (UWE) and Bath Spa University. Her session will aim to enthuse adult learners returning to higher education and support them in developing study skills appropriate to university study. Tracy worked extensively with Access students while she was a PhD student at the University of Aberdeen, and is looking forward to working with this student group again.

BRAINBOX COACHING 2012 - IN ASSOCIATION WITH SWEATY BETTY!

The luxe sportswear chain Sweaty Betty likes to be able to personally recommend external service providers. The Bristol branch has very kindly been showcasing Brainbox business cards for its clients and Tracy will be carrying out a sample coaching session with Sweaty Betty staff very soon, as well as a self-protection session for its running club members in January.

WORK CONTINUING WITH ETHICAL INVESTMENT BANK

Tracy has been working with an ethical investment bank in Bristol on coaching skills and this now looks set to continue, along with opportunities for some future developments in staff training.

NEW! - THE BRAINBOX BLOG

Tracy will be addressing issues that can be supported through self-coaching, and sharing her experiences and insights. Topics already covered: staying professional under pressure and coping with criticism. Click on the Brainbox Blog tab for more.

COACHING WORKSHOP UPDATE

The confidence coaching workshop for women professionals ran on April 2nd, receiving feedback including, "10 out of 10!", and "The best goal setting workshop I have ever attended!" We will keep you posted on dates for future sessions on this topic. See the Image Gallery for photos from the day.

NEW! - Tracy Johnson invited to speak in Japan

Tracy has been invited by the University of Tokushima to give a lecture this summer on the use of Personal Development Planning (PDP) in UK higher education. This is a great opportunity to showcase some of the work Tracy has been doing in the last couple of years in developing a coaching-led approach to PDP.

NEW! - Brainbox starting work with the University of Bristol's Wellbeing Programme

As part of the University's new Wellbeing strategy, Tracy will be giving a series of talks to students at Bristol's halls of residence, supporting them in managing study & exam skills and how to deal with associated stress. Starts March 2011.

NEW! - Brainbox now working with Bristol University's High Performance Squad

In collaboration with the Centre for Exercise & Health, Dr Tracy Johnson is now working with the elite student athletes at the University of Bristol and coaching them as part of their overall training and development programme. Tracy will be sharing techniques for goal setting and personal motivation with these students so that they can transfer the skills developed through their sports training into all areas of their lives. This is an exciting opportunity for Tracy to combine her coaching skills with her own interest in sport and fitness, and promises to be a learning experience for all involved. The High Performance Squad support team includes NLP practitioners Matt Edwards & Ben Grassby, and award-winning sports coach Gordon Trevett. Check the Image Gallery for the great mural that was made from photos of this year's Squad.

SEPTEMBER 2010 - Brainbox expanding into local schools

Tracy Johnson was invited into a Bath school to speak to its sixth-formers about preparing for study at university, including presentation skills and planning for future career development. This was a lively morning involving over 100 lower-sixth formers, helping them to prepare for a smooth transition into university life. If you are interested in Brainbox speaking at your school, then please contact us at: info@brainboxcoaching.co.uk