SPORTS MASSAGE.
Deep, targeted massage for recovery, injury prevention and performance — for athletes and desk-sitters alike. Cupping and blading included where your body needs it.
- DURATION30–90 MIN
- PRICER450–R900
- LYMPHATIC DRAINAGER450/R650
- PRESSURETAILORED TO YOU
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WHAT IS A SPORTS MASSAGE?
Sports massage is a specialised form of massage therapy tailored to active bodies. The name puts people off — you do not need to be an athlete. Anyone with an active lifestyle, or anyone carrying muscular tension from a desk and a commute, gets the same benefit.
Your therapist works with a mix of deep tissue work, stretching and joint mobilisation, targeting the specific areas causing you trouble rather than doing the same routine on everybody.
Where your body needs it, myofascial cupping and IASTM blading get added into the session at no extra charge — they're tools in the same toolbox, not upsells.
WHAT A SESSION IS LIKE.
CHAT FIRST
What's sore, what you train, what you've got coming up — a race in three days changes the whole approach.
WORK THE AREAS
Deep tissue techniques on the areas that need it, with stretching and joint mobilisation worked in.
PRESSURE CHECK
We check in throughout. Deep should feel productive, not something you have to brace against — say the word and we adjust.
ADD TOOLS IF NEEDED
Cupping or blading get used within the session where the tissue calls for it.
LEAVE WITH A PLAN
Stretches, hydration advice and a sense of when to come back.
WHY PEOPLE BOOK IT.
FLEXIBILITY & RANGE
Loosens tight muscle and frees up joint mobility so you move more easily.
PAIN RELIEF
Targets the specific areas of tension driving soreness and speeds up recovery after training or injury.
BETTER PERFORMANCE
Regular sessions improve circulation and cut muscle fatigue, so you train more consistently.
INJURY PREVENTION
Finds the imbalances and tight spots early, before they turn into a strain.
REHAB SUPPORT
Promotes tissue healing and reduces scar tissue build-up after injury.
- +TIGHT MUSCLES
- +RUNNERS & ATHLETES
- +DESK STIFFNESS
- +RACE PREP & RECOVERY
- —Fresh acute injuries with heat, swelling or suspected fracture — see a doctor first
- —Active infection, fever or contagious skin conditions
- —Deep tissue work while on blood thinners without your doctor's go-ahead
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AFTER YOUR SESSION.
- →Drink plenty of water. Most post-massage headaches and dizziness come down to dehydration.
- →Some soreness or tenderness for 24–48 hours is normal after deep work.
- →Keep it easy for the rest of the day — no PB attempts straight after a deep session.
- →Mood swings or tiredness can happen as the body lets go of stored tension. It passes within a day or two.
- →Persistent discomfort after a couple of days? Message your therapist.
WHAT IT COSTS.
- Sports massage30 minR450
- Sports massage60 minR650
- Sports massage90 minR900
- Lymphatic drainage30 / 60 minR450 / R650
QUESTIONS WE GET ASKED.
Does a sports massage hurt?
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It should feel like productive pressure, not pain you have to brace against. Deep tissue work on a stubborn knot can be intense for a few seconds, but your therapist checks in throughout and adjusts. Tell them the moment the pressure tips over — nothing is gained by gritting your teeth.
How long should I book for?
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Thirty minutes suits one problem area, like a neck and shoulders or one calf. Sixty minutes is the standard full-body or two-region session and is what most people book. Ninety minutes is for full-body work with real time spent on the problem areas.
Do I need to be an athlete?
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No. Roughly half the people on our tables are desk workers, parents and weekend hikers. Sports massage simply describes the technique — deep, targeted and functional — not the client.
Is cupping or blading extra?
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No. If your therapist thinks myofascial cupping or IASTM blading will help, it gets used within your massage at no extra cost.
How soon before a race should I book?
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Book a deep session at least three to five days out so any post-massage soreness has cleared. In the 48 hours before a race, keep it to a lighter flush rather than deep work.
PAIRS WELL WITH.
MYOFASCIAL CUPPING
Gentle suction lifts and decompresses tight tissue, drawing fresh blood to the area to release tension and speed up recovery.
MORE INFO →IASTM BLADING
Instrument-assisted soft tissue massage: specialised tools glide along muscle and fascia to break down scar tissue and improve mobility.
MORE INFO →COMPRESSION BOOTS
Rhythmic NormaTec air compression that flushes tired legs, eases soreness and gets you ready to go again.
MORE INFO →READY WHEN YOU ARE.
SPORTS MASSAGE is booked through Fresha — our live diary with real-time availability. Fresha doesn't allow its calendar to be embedded, so the button opens it in a new tab.
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NOT SURE WHERE TO START?
Tell us what's sore, stiff or slowing you down — we'll point you to the right session.