Assisted / Therapeutic Stretching
Assisted / Therapeutic Stretching is a comfortable, individually tailored treatment designed to help improve flexibility and range of movement. Your therapist will gently guide different areas of the body through supported stretches, adjusting the position, depth and pace according to each client’s needs and comfort.
Clients can choose a dedicated 60-minute Assisted / Therapeutic Stretching session or combine stretching with massage in a longer 90 minute or 2 hour treatment. The combination treatment allows the therapist to introduce targeted stretches, before moving onto relaxing massage to create a wonderfully thorough treatment for the whole body.
Each session is shaped around the individual. It can focus on particular areas that feel tight or restricted, or provide a more general head-to-toe stretch and release.
If you would like to discuss your individual needs before booking, please don’t hesitate to contact us. Our aim is to provide a safe, inclusive and welcoming space for all.
What will 60 minutes of Assisted / Therapeutic Stretching be like?
A focused, fully clothed treatment using a combination of gentle passive stretches and active movements.
After discussing how your body has been feeling, your therapist will guide you through a tailored series of stretches on the massage couch.
Because your body is supported and you don’t have to hold each position by yourself, you may find it easier to relax into the movements and explore your comfortable range.
Please wear comfortable, stretchy clothing that allows you to move freely.
Alternatively, a 90 minute or 2 hour option allows you to choose between 30 or 60 minutes Assisted Stretching followed by massage for the remainder of the treatment time. This allows you to tailor the balance of massage and stretching to your body, preferences and current activities.
What are the benefits?
Assisted / Therapeutic Stretching can be a helpful addition to an active lifestyle, particularly if you:
are training for HYROX, a running event or another sporting challenge or recovering after the event
combine strength training with running, cycling or other repetitive movements
feel stiff or restricted following regular training
would like dedicated time to work on mobility and flexibility
spend long periods sitting or working at a desk
find stretching by yourself awkward or difficult
simply enjoy the feeling of being gently and thoroughly stretched
For those preparing for an event, your therapist can tailor the session around the movements and areas most involved in training. The treatment can focus on maintaining comfortable movement, addressing feelings of muscular tightness and providing valuable recovery time alongside an existing training programme.
Following an event, it is ideal to allow your muscles to recover and repair in readiness for the next challenge!
Stretching can temporarily increase range of movement following an individual session, while regular stretching can support longer-term improvements in flexibility. Many people also find supported stretching relaxing and very helpful for managing feelings of stiffness.
Prices:
60 minutes £65
90 minutes £90
2 hours £120