Who We Are
‘Cali with the Amazon’ was born in 2020 out of the need for a safe space for women in the very much male dominated sport of calisthenics. A space where all are welcome, your progress matters to everyone and no one is left behind. We started as a tight-knit group of 20 women and, by today, CWTA has introduced calisthenics to over 800 women!
History
2020 – Women’s only free calisthenics sessions across London
2021 – First batch of branded equipment produced; women’s only and mixed classes across London
2022 – First UK Tour: mixed calisthenics workshops in UK’s biggest cities; equipment selection expands
2023 – First Calisthenics, Fitness & Lifestyle Retreats; UK Tour Continues
2024 – CWTA Ambassador Project Begins, CWTA moves to Covent Garden
2025 – Maldives Retreat, launch of Ambassador Academy and more!
Meet the People
Rahel is a Level 4 Nutritionist MRSPH (Member of the Royal Society of Public Health), Personal Trainer and Calisthenics Coach. Rahel believes in equity, speaking up for those who don’t have a voice and taking a stand over things that matter to pave the way for future generations.
CWTA Founder Ambassadors
Meet our powerful team of women who are determined to change the status quo, to create space for women in sport, at the workplace and to empower everyone they meet. You can connect with them on social media and use their discount codes to save on your equipment purchases and training programmes (coming soon!).
Chetna Kanji
I didn’t know how much I needed calisthenics in my life, and now I’m addicted and feeling more confident in my own skin. Handstands is number one on my goal list, but I can’t wait to unlock it all and continue to be supported by a community of cheerleaders and friends for life. Let’s get stronger together, I promise you won’t regret it…and it’s also SOO MUCH FUN!!!
IG: chetna.kanji
Zoe Mak
I have always feared that the older I get, the less mobile I will become, so I am determined to stay as active as possible. I currently practice Karate, yoga and calisthenics. The first cali skill I learnt was scorpion on rings, and I was hooked ever since – it’s amazing what our bodies can do when we push our limits!
The CWTA community is so supportive and inspiring. There are so many skills I want to ace, but currently, it is handstands with control. My mission is to introduce calisthenics to all my friends so they can join me in mastering what once seemed impossible!
IG: zoee.mak
Masha Matheson-Dounaeva
Growing up, sports and fitness education was always catered to males. I didn’t even realise it until I started pole and calisthenics, well into my thirties. My goal is to fix the mess society has made of training and body image for women. It’s my dream to help others in my situation find fitness a lot earlier and to make exercise fun and accessible for everybody.
IG: masha.poles
Mala Pinduria
My goal is to be fitter and healthier than yesterday and the way in which I go about achieving this, needs to be fun, challenging and empowering. Entering into the world of Cali definitely gives me that and every woman should be able to feel this type of energy. Wherever possible, I’d love to radiate positivity and inspire anyone that wants to create a much more magical version of themselves.
IG: soldier3ss
Ronnie Knocks
As a professional athlete, I’ve had to keep my body in good condition.
Since doing my first session with Rahel on gymnastics rings in the summer of ’23, I’ve noticed my body being able to move in ways it hadn’t before. Now I crave to move and build myself into the ultimate machine and hopefully to inspire others along the way.
IG: ronnieknocks
Shilpa Bhudia
What empowers me is knowing that investing in my own growth and happiness whilst surrounding myself with strong, like-minded women, to become the best version of myself gives me the strength and experience to inspire others to do the same.
IG: shilpa_bhudia
Sahir Ahmed-Evans
Sahir is here to shatter stereotypes. She’s not your typical Pakistani grandmother, most days you’ll find her practicing handstands, pull-ups and other calisthenics skills, proving that Menopause can be a vibrant, empowering phase of life.
As the founder of SAE Empower Coaching, Sahir’s mission is to inspire, motivate, and empower women to invest in their health and prioritise their wellness through movement, fitness, mindset and holistic lifestyle practises.
Shannon Sheffield
I am sharing my journey of growth through calisthenics, strength, and flexibility training, inspiring others—especially women—to embrace their potential.
I aim to encourage confidence, strength, and resilience, showing that with consistency and self-belief, we can break barriers and achieve both physical and mental growth.
I am studying for my Level 3 PT to enhance my ability to empower others to prioritise well-being and balance in their lives, both in body and mind and join me with their own transformative journeys—and learn some cool tricks along the way!
IG: stretchyshan