Author: Bhavni Shah

Gopi is a registered nutritionist with many years of experience in the nutrition field. Her specialisms include obesity, general nutrition, intuitive eating and gut health. She works in the NHS in London as well as freelancing including 1-1 consultations, media, recipe development, corporate wellness and works in many areas in the nutrition field. Gopi will…

Peter has over 40 years of experience in badminton as a player and administrator. He has achieved extensive medal success at World Senior, European Senior and All England Senior Championships, and has represented Essex on over 200 occasions. He was previously a member of Badminton England’s Council and remains a member of the Masters’ Policy…

Julie Bradbury is a former elite English badminton player who represented Great Britain at the 1992 and 1996 Olympic Games. She reached world No. 1 in mixed doubles and is only the second player in history to hold all five titles across all three disciplines at the English National Championships. At the 1994 Commonwealth Games…

Kalina has been a personal trainer for 7 years and supported women and men with their health and fitness goals through personalised coaching. Kalina will be running a free adult (18+ years) fitness session from 9.30am to 10am at the Festival. Spaces are limited, so book your spot now.

Dr Anuja Shah has over 17 years of experience as a doctor in the NHS, now working as a GP and in Gynaecology. She is a certified menopause specialist. She is a passionate vegan, combining clinical expertise with a holistic approach. Outside of work, she is a mum and loves badminton and dancing. Dr. Anuja…

As Lead Programme Manager at Badminton England, Julie manages a team of four who deliver projects and programmes to support the development of grassroots badminton. Alongside Safeguarding Manager, Victoria Brown, Julie is also responsible for A Sport That Cares—an initiative that sets minimum standards across our affiliated environments, with the aim of creating a safer…

Victoria has over 20 years’ experience across policing and national governing bodies, safeguarding has been central to her career—from serving as a Detective Constable to leading safeguarding roles in golf, cycling and now badminton. Across each role, Victoria has focused on creating safe, inclusive environments where everyone can take part and thrive. In her current…

Natalie is an Olympic badminton player, representing Team GB at the 2004 games in Athens in the mixed doubles with her partner Robert Blair. Natalie, was a high-ranking badminton player within the world top 5. She still enjoys competing for Hertfordshire and Inter Counties Premiership. In 2025, the High Sheriff of Hertfordshire honoured Natalie for…