Hannah lands her dream job with PureGym

Hannah Paxton qualified as a Zumba instructor in October 2021.

This is a fabulous achievement as Hannah is the first person in the UK with Down Syndrome to hold this qualification. However, for Hannah, her ambitions went further, and she has reached a whole new level, landing her dream job as a Zumba Instructor with PureGym in Tyldesley, Manchester when it opens later this month.

Jutta Payton, Hannah’s mum, explained, “Hannah has always been active and struggled with shielding during the coronavirus pandemic. Having to stay indoors for longer periods of time due to her vulnerability, Hannah discovered on-line Zumba, and this was a game changer. When everything opened up again, Hannah started going in person to classes, and with the

support and encouragement of her instructor, Hannah decided to become an instructor herself.” Jutta continued “Hannah’s dad, Mark and I are so very proud of what Hannah has achieved. We hope Hannah will be an inspiration to all in the community and inspire other people with disabilities to follow in her footsteps”.

Tom Mc Keever, Gym Manager at PureGym Tyldesley said, “When we heard about Hannah’s story, it reallystood out to everyone at PureGym. Our ethos is “Everybody Welcome” and Hannah’s pursuit of her dream to become a Zumba instructor couldn’t be more in line with our values”.

“Having met with Hannah and her family, her ambition and passion are something to be admired, and we have no doubt that our members will benefit hugely from her enthusiasm. We can’t wait for Hannah to cut the ribbon and declare the gym open in late September and we look forward to having Hannah lead classes at PureGym, Tyldesley”. We featured an inspirational article about Hannah and her vast achievements in Issue 16 (March 2022) of the Kidz to Adultz Magazine.