Massage has a long history of improving health and well-being. Among the many benefits are:

• Increased range of motion and flexibility

• Reduced strain and tension in muscle tissue

• Improved circulation

• Release of trigger points and knots in muscle fibres

• Reduction in stress and anxiety

• Improved posture and body alignment
  
  

We hold emotions in our body, through various muscle responses and contractions; the state of our physical selves can have a significant impact on day-to-day mental health.

By working on these physical manifestations we can become healthier and happier.

Every person holds tension in their body in different ways. As every body is different, every massage treatment will be different, tailored to specific needs of each individual.

Jimmy gained his diploma in body massage from the Manchester School of Massage. He has since gone on to complete courses in advanced deep tissue and Tui Na. He lives and practices in Todmorden, West Yorkshire.

An oil massage combining the classic techniques of effleurage, petrissage, friction and tapotement to aid circulation, relaxation and reduce muscle tension

Deeper layers of tissue and muscles are accessed with increased pressure. The focus is on relieving strain and tension and is a more remedial form of treatment

A combination of Swedish and deep tissue techniques, modified to provide a deeply relaxing treatment to reduce stress and anxiety

Tui Na is similar to acupuncture in that is uses the model of Qi energy as the basis of treatment, but hands and fingers are used to stimulate the flow of energy rather than needles