Katherine’s Story
Before becoming a Busylizzy Club Owner, Katherine enjoyed a successful career as an accountant. However, as her family grew, she sought a part-time role that would allow her to balance her professional life with caring for her young family. This search led her to Busylizzy, where she attended classes with her daughter. Inspired by the community and the benefits the classes provided, Katherine made the bold decision in 2017 to invest in her own Busylizzy franchise.
Recognising a gap in the market for boutique fitness and baby classes tailored to new and expectant parents, Katherine created a welcoming space in Richmond and Twickenham where families could come together.
Her vision was clear—offering a mix of fitness and nurturing classes designed to support the well-being of both parents and their little ones. Leveraging her accounting background, Katherine brought both passion and business acumen to her franchise, ensuring its rapid success.
In 2020, Katherine welcomed her second baby. Despite the challenges of balancing motherhood with business ownership, she successfully ran her franchise around her two little ones, further proving her dedication and ability to adapt.
The Richmond and Twickenham community quickly embraced Katherine’s Busylizzy franchise, which became a hub for parents seeking fitness, support, and connection. From prenatal yoga to postnatal fitness programs, her offerings were designed to meet the unique needs of new parents.
In recognition of her outstanding leadership and commitment to her community, Katherine won the National Franchisee of the Year Award in 2021. This prestigious accolade highlighted her innovation, dedication, and the success of her franchise.
Today, Katherine’s Busylizzy franchise continues to flourish, making a lasting impact on families in Richmond and Twickenham. Her journey from accountant to successful franchise owner—and mother of two—is a testament to her ability to create a supportive, empowering environment for parents navigating the challenges of parenthood.
I’m a mum who joined my local Busylizzy club after having my daughter. I loved the variety of classes offered and the flexibility to choose different classes each week, which fitted around my daughter’s unpredictable routines.I discovered that attending Busylizzy classes was the perfect way to regain fitness and keep my daughter entertained, while making new friends. Instead of returning to my previous career I decided to launch a new Busylizzy club.
We run a packed timetable of pregnancy, postnatal fitness and baby classes, as well as regular social and educational events for parents. Classes take place throughout the year and can be booked via our handy App. Classes can also be cancelled up to 2 hours beforehand for ultimate flexibility to suit busy mums.