Founded by Joyce Mwape
Viva Core was born from Joyce's own experience of how movement supports women through the key stages of life. A BASI-qualified Pilates instructor, she built the studio she wished had existed during her own journey — a place where women feel seen, safe and supported.
Today, Viva Core brings together specialist practitioners around one mission: better outcomes for women's health through education, movement and community.
What guides everything we do
Four principles shape how we design our classes, choose our partners and show up for our community.
Trust & Transparency
We promise to work in a way that's truthful and respectful. There will be mutual trust and understanding — and if at any point something doesn't feel right, please speak up.
Community
If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together. Join us on our mission to improve health outcomes for women through every stage of life — pregnancy, postpartum, perimenopause and beyond.
Research-led
Everything we do is evidence based. We partner with specialists across clinical health, nutrition, movement and coaching to bring you support that is credible and personalised.
Innovative & Responsive
This is just the beginning. Women's bodies are not static, and neither are we. We keep investing in research, listening to your experiences, and adapting our support.
Our specialist team
Shaped by research and partnership with women's health professionals — most with lived experience of menopause.
Women's Health Physiotherapist
Pelvic health & recovery
Nutritionist
Hormonal & midlife nutrition
Menopause Coach
1:1 coaching & workplace
Mindfulness Coach
Nervous system & stress
Recognised in the community
The Vulcan Works studio
A warm, welcoming space with clinical-grade Pilates equipment in the heart of Northampton.