Aishwarya Shinde
Key description
WARMHEARTED EXPLORER
Aish’s background
Born and raised in Pune, India, Aish began her professional journey as a physiotherapist in sports, working for two years before making the big move to Leuven in 2019 to pursue a Master’s in Sports Rehabilitation and Physiotherapy at KUL. After graduating, she spent 1.5 years working in Belgium, seeking out a dynamic environment that encouraged growth and aligned with her values in the profession. She came across Waves as casually as strolling through the neighbourhood one day, and something just clicked. She knew this was it. Her passion for Pilates, combined with her background as a certified yoga instructor and her deep appreciation for all forms of movement that enhance the mind-body connection, initially drew her to Waves. But what truly surprised her was the timing. At the same moment, she was exploring a growing interest in hand rehabilitation and was actively looking for experienced hand therapists to learn from. That’s when she met Carlotta. It didn’t take long before she realised that the complexity of hand rehabilitation fascinated her, which led her to pursue the advanced course De Hand Binnenstebuiten | Meerdaagse Navorming Handtherapie at the University of Ghent. Since then, she has been working with patients facing a range of hand and wrist conditions such as acute and chronic wrist pain, wrist instability, CRPS, hand surgeries, and post-operative scar management. She’s also a member of Belgian Hand Therapists and looks forward to diving even deeper into the world of hand rehab in the years to come. At the same time, she is reconnecting with her passion for movement and finding new ways to guide others on their own journeys. In December 2025, she completed the Comprehensive Pilates Teacher Training with Polestar and is currently a Mentor in Training at Polestar Pilates. What continues to inspire her most is witnessing the transformation that movement can create: the way people leave a guided session standing a little taller, feeling more confident, and moving through the world with a sense of lightness.
Why she does what she does
Through her own share of injuries, Aish witnessed firsthand how the right kind of movement support can truly transform a person’s life—helping them cope with pain, regain mobility, and move with confidence again. She firmly believes that making sense of pain is a crucial step in the recovery process. That belief fuels her commitment to education and empowerment, supporting people to take charge of their own healing journey.
Fun facts about Aish
Beyond work, Aish loves exploring. Whether through travelling, connecting with different cultures, or trying new experiences. You’ll often find her spending time with family and friends in India, dancing Bachata, enjoying music concerts, or soaking up the sun on a beach. A true foodie at heart, she also loves trying new recipes and sharing good food. She thrives on meaningful connections, spontaneity and a touch of adventure. Her life motto? Be kind, stay present, and find joy in the little things.