Myofascial Release & sports massage

Connective tissue or fascia surrounds and connects all the structures in the body, from the largest organs to the smallest vessels and bones.

It has unique viscoelastic properties and is richly innervated with neuroreceptors, making it one of the most important (and overlooked) sensory organs in the body.
Fascia can become stuck and restricted after physical or emotional trauma and injury, restricting muscle function and movement. Therefore, treating the fascia can often be the missing link in resolving chronic pain that has not historically responded to other forms of massage.

Uniquely distinct from other forms of bodywork, myofascial release uses sustained gentle stretches and very slow, intuitive strokes using no lubricant to help connective tissue return to its healthy viscosity and flexibility, thereby allowing muscles to naturally relax and optimum range of movement to return to the body.

Clients often report a deep sense of wellbeing resulting from the deep ‘melting’ sensation so typical of this beautiful work. Using both direct, structural release and indirect fascial release, this treatment can be incorporated into a deep tissue massage or booked as a series of standalone treatments to aid pain management, postural alignment, circulation issues or sports-related recovery.

“I booked Pieter for a myofascial release treatment following a fall in the snow resulting in some neck pain, which wasn’t shifting. Through working through the whole body, Pieter healed what numerous massages and osteopathic sessions hadn’t managed. However, what really surprised me, and keeps me returning to Pieter (even though my neck pain has subsided) is the overwhelming sense of well-being and healing that I experience through Pieter’s sessions. I think he is a very skilled bodywork practitioner.”

— Georgie Burr

“I have been a client for almost a year and I’m always happy with the treatments Pieter recommends. I most recently tried the myofascial release for the first time and had a sensational experience! I’d recommend it to anyone that has been working from home throughout the pandemic, enduring stress and posture related discomfort”

— Coco Michetti

“Pieter is not only so well informed about different types of therapies and massage techniques, he’s also intuitive, a healer of sorts. I leave his treatment feeling aligned and relaxed, and it lasts for days. He also makes you feel safe during these times of social distancing by being diligent and professional. I warmly recommend him especially if you are looking for a therapist you can work together with regularly.”

— Minna Salami

PRACTITIONERS

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RITA BEWLEY

Book with Rita

Rita is an experienced and empathetic therapist with grounding strength. She specializes in Deep Tissue and Pre and Postnatal treatments, following a Level 3 Diploma from the London School of Massage and post-graduate trainings in Pregnancy & Labour Massage, Deep Tissue Massage, Therapeutic Massage and Warm Bamboo Massage. Plus, she’s adding Thai Massage to her CV.

Rita comes from a Teaching, Psychology and Mental Health background and listens carefully & thoughtfully to the needs of each client. She works intuitively after consultation and her skilled execution has received many good reviews.

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Pieter Maritz

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Pieter is a massage and bodywork therapist with a special interest in mindful, embodied touch.

He holds certification in Swedish and Deep Tissue massage as well as Myofascial Release Therapy but also draws on Trigger Point Therapy and the intuitive, deep ‘listening’ touch of Rosen Method Bodywork to meet clients in a truly holistic, person-centered way.

“Slow, focused and deeply grounding, my touch invites you to come into conscious awareness of subconscious holding patterns and deep tensions within your body, while I gently and safely support you to release that which might not be serving your fullest potential.

Bodywork and massage, for me, is a process of discovering the being beneath the story.”

Pieter is a professional member of FHT and Rosen Institute and is dedicated to his ongoing apprenticeship in Rosen Method Bodywork.

In his spare time, he loves researching all forms of biodynamic therapy, practises Yoga and mindfulness meditation, and for the past 6 years, has worked with sacred plant medicines in the Peruvian Amazon.

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