I began my journey with biomechanics and foot alignment in around 2003 when I started working in Snow + Rock in Chertsey, Surrey. I started off selling ski boots but soon my interest evolved to become much more multi discipline, with running and cycling becoming part of my field of interest, alongside skiing. Over the years I made a clear decision to involve everyday biomechanics in my skill set. I believe everyone can benefit from a well-made insole, and I’m passionate about helping everyone walk and move in comfort
I work with Sidas custom products. They are brand leaders I have huge choice and ability to customise.
What do they do? What are insoles?
- Insoles are shoe inserts that go inside your shoe and help with a variety of issues
- They make shoes (of any kind) and ski boots fit better
- They manage alignment and help posture
- They aid recovery after injury and help prevent injury
- They stabilise movement and make you stronger!
- They can transform those “flat feet”
- They help manage painful conditions like Plantar Fasciitis and severs
- They can help to manage leg length discrepancies and foot differences
What do they cost?
- Custom Insoles, including consultation, fabrication, fitting, and after sales adjustment start from £220.
- I offer FREE consults in order for you to fact find and learn more
- Ski boot insoles from £160 – Free ski boot health check (I offer a range of ski boot services and adjustments – just ask me)
Why choose me?
It’s a great question!
- If you’ve had custom insoles before you know they can cost upwards of £600!!!
- My insoles don’t cost so much. I work in a garden room in Ashford Surrey and make everything myself, which keeps the costs down. The additional benefit of full fabrication by me is we keep a very specific 121 relationship, so I can really understand your needs
- I have very high standards in terms of the lengths I will go to in order to fine tune insoles for people, and to ensure the finished product looks great and functions well
- Customised backing and support determined by tolerance, body weight, issues to be managed. No two insoles are the same
- I try very hard to keep things affordable. I am happy to offer instalment payments if that helps you. I don’t want anyone to suffer because cost is an issue
- I am accessible. Both in terms of appointment times and location. As a busy mum of 2 girls, I know daytime appointments can be hard to manage around work and school, so I make evenings and weekends available where I can, to help fit your schedule too.
- My garden room workshop is easily accessed
- It’s a residential street – free no permit parking
- I love what I do, I love helping people
What do i need from you?
- Its great to have a chat before I meet you. We can discuss what is troubling you and what size your shoes are, also shoe type. When you come for your appointment bring yourself and your shoes. You can bring as many shoes as you want! I try and ensure one insole will fit in a variety of shoes but sometimes it is necessary to make more than one pair.
- When you come and see me, I will look at your bare feet, movement and flexibility. We will look at your shoes as some really aren’t good for support!
- It is necessary to have bare feet, so I can really see what’s going on, socks hide a lot!
- Set aside 1.5 hours for an appointment. In most cases this is enough time to undertake the entire process including fabrication. You leave that day with the insoles in your shoes. Some people chose to split the appointment into two parts and that’s totally fine.
What activities can these be used in?
- All activities. Day to day shoes – they work for everyone
- For some specific activities it is sometimes necessary for me to order in stock. This means you get a personalised service from day one. My suppliers are amazing and usually deliver next day.
What is my method?
I use Sidas equipment and base products. The method I use enables me to cast a very defined and detailed mould
The method I utilise doesn’t allow me to make a product without you being present. This is beneficial as feet change. We don’t want to use a mould that isn’t up to date with your biomechanics
After an assessment the mould is cast using cushions that are air vacuumed to create a rigid shape. The warmed up base product is put into the shape and hardens to create the basic foundation of the insole. This is backed and ground to give structure and make the product sturdy and robust.