Allyson Smith was born and raised in Johannesburg, South Africa where she completed her schooling at Redhill School and University studies. She graduated with BSc Physiotherapy from the University of the Witwatersrand in 2018, and thereafter went on to complete her Community Service year at Port Shepstone Regional Hospital in KwaZulu Natal.

She has since worked at Sports and Outpatient Practices, following her love for aiding rehabilitation and promotion of health and wellness. 

With a love for sports and movement, Allyson has participated in many sports and has achieved her second Dan black belt in Karate. Allyson is a qualified BASI Pilates Instructor and has a passion for Pilates.