Hakim La Rocca - Sports massage therapist

DOB: 27/9/1974

EDUCATION: Cape Institute of Allied Health 2008 SPORTS MASSAGE EXPERIENCE: Cape Epic 2009; Cape Argus 2009 and 2010

The treatments I offer are the following: Sports massage, stress relief/relaxation massage, deep tissue massage and trigger point therapy.  A few of the benefits my clients have experienced in these sessions are decreased muscle tightness, overall improved state of emotional well-being, better recovery post sporting event and relief from tension headaches. 

These treatments are geared for all types of people from the sporty to the stressed out student studying for exams to individual concerned with their well-being.  So come and experience an invigorating or relaxing treatment. Your body will thank you for it.

Jeronimo De Los Rios

The treatment I offer is named Shaolin TuiNa . Read below to find out what Shaolin TuiNa is and the benefits you can attain.

Shaolin TuiNa

Is an application using manipulation of the joints, acupressure and massage. This deep understanding of the body and energy system stems from the practice of ancient Chinese Martial Arts. is the practiced based on the same theory and principles as classical Chinese Medicine and martial arts. Acupressure on specific points of the body is used to relieve pain or improve body and mind functions; treat injury and illness. Shaolin Tui Na seeks to establish a more harmonious flow of Qi (life force) through the meridians as its basic therapeutic orientation.

De Da forms an integral part of traditional Chinese martial art training. Its scope of healing is divided into internal and external aspects such as traumas, fractures, bruising, sprains and dislocations.

Some of the benefits:

• stimulating blood circulation and regulating the nervous system
• increasing flexibility in the joints and improving posture
• speeding the healing of injuries and clearing bruises
• improving sports performance
• removing scar tissue
• easing emotional distress
• curing some conditions affecting the internal organs
• relieving chronic pain
• maintaining wellness and functioning as a form of preventive care
• strengthening the body's resistance to disease

Background

Master Shaolin Tui Na Practitioner (IACHA SA)

Certified (Tianjin TCM College, China)

Lecturer IACHA

Tai Chi Quan Instructor

Yong Chun Instructor

Under studies of:
Dr. Jeff Lan
Chinese Acupunture & Medicine
Reg.AO4492-AHPCSA
8 Duan Martial arts & Qi Gong

Melanie Brand

Coming from a background and interest of individual and team sport, the treatments being performed are Deep (treating any unwanted aches and pains), Therapeutic (treating unnecessary injuries) and relaxing (treating any unwanted tension and knots that has formed).

My treatments are suitable for anyone:

Young / Old

Active / Non-Active

House wife / Workaholic

In which ever category you fall under, your treatment could be adjusted according to your taste and pressure.

All treatments are being performed in a calm and relaxing atmosphere, making you aware of how much your body needed to unwind from the daily stressful lifestyle.

Benefits of getting regular massages would be:

• Reduced blood pressure
• Improves mobility and flexibility
• Reduces cellulite appearance
• Better muscle balance
• Improves circulation and lymphatic return, enhancing your health
• Improved sleep patterns
• Detoxification
• Emotional & physical Stress Relief
• Promotes recovery after events
• Speed up recovery from injury due to improved blood circulation
• Relieves muscle tension and headaches
• Reduces pain, swelling and enhances correct scar tissue formation
• Helps with injury management
• Nourishes the skin

Theo Calligeris - Sports Physiotherapist

DOB: 17/02/1977

Qualifications:

• BSc Phys (UFS) 1999
• Orthopaedic Manipulative T (OMT1)
• MPhil (Sports Physiotherapy) UCT - Current
• FIFA F-Marc 11+ Instructor 2010
• Diploma in Professional Personal Training – USA 1998
• Dry Needling All modules
• Kinetic taping K1 & K2

Experience:

• World Cup 2010 Sports Physiotherapist at Green Point Stadium
• Surrey Cricket Academy 2008-2010
• Ajax Cape Town F.C (2003-2005; 2007 – current)
• Member of the Olympic Team SA Beijing 2008
• The IAAF World Indoor Championships, Valencia 2008
• ASA Athletics South Africa
• All Africa Games Algiers 2007
• Commonwealth Games Melbourne 2006
• Zone 6 African Games Mozambique 2004
• Stormers Rugby Super 12 (1999/2000; 2000/2001)
• Comrades Marathon 1999
• Craven Week Rugby 1999

Elena Calligeris

Qualified Personal,Group and Pilates trainer & Holistic massage therapist.

My passion for wellness began at an early age when I realized that health is the way of life that adds vitality to your years. Exercise has always been a medium to release unwanted stress, stay in shape and uplift ones state of being . Currently I am following this passion and it gives me great joy to inspire people to reach for their dreams through the power of exercise. My love for massage branched off from the art of exercise and I have come to see that the one compliments the other. In todays life we all need an out where we can find clarity and let go.

It is SSMC'S mission to help you find the strength and inspiration through releasing all those unwanted "hidden stressors" that reflect in the body.