Coaching + Reiki | Discovering more of who you are
Daniela Vanasco Studio Manager | Wellbeing, Life & Leadership Coach | Reiki Master This is my inspiration – seeing the beauty and potential emerge in those I work with in whatever capacity that is; to extend an invitation of self-discovery. Originally from America, I have been involved in the entertainment and wellness industries for many […]
The non-nutrition guide to nutrition
“What on earth is Non-Nutrition I hear you ask! Let me try to explain the concept… In my role working as a Nutritional Therapist, clients come to see me because they are looking for solutions to their health issues and they have usually assumed those solutions are related to food. As nutritionists with functional medicine […]
My body rolling journey
In 1998 I was completely immersed in Ashtanga Vinyasa third series. Life was pretty much eating, sleeping and lots and lots of intense Yoga. The postures didn’t come easy for me and at times it was pure willpower to get on the mat. I was pushing the limits with my body. My body ached right […]
Osteopathy at the shala
We are happy to welcome Osteopath, Diego Bertoldo to our team of therapists. Diego will be offering Osteopathy treatments at the Shala on Fridays and on request. Diego has a Master Degree in Osteopathy and he is a registered member of the General Osteopathic Council. Many of you will recognise him, as he has been […]
Hay fever or asthma? sneezing? shortness of breath?
Allergies are all around us and it seems they are on the increase. Meanwhile half a million children may have been wrongly diagnosed with asthma (Telegraph). What if there was a natural breath based way to free you from this torment? Would you take it? Learn to be your own anti-histamine, your own inhaler in […]
Escape the prison of pain
If you’ve got fibromyalgia, migraine or chronic pain, or you suffer from a bad back, sore shoulders, a tech neck, annoying ankles or knackered knees, there is good news for you. It does not have to be this way. Pain, misery and suffering does not have to be your fate. And there is often a […]
Thai massage – the benefits
A Thai massage is a unique form of bodywork: it is a healing art that uses a combination of traditional massage, energy line work, pressure point work, and applied yoga stretches. This gives a new, invigorating, and balancing experience that enhances the flow of energy through the body and leaves you fully relaxed and revitalized. This style […]
Aromatherapy massage & reflexology
Introducing Sunny Jaspal: Massage therapist, Aromatherapist, Reflexologist and trainee Acupuncturist to our team. Sunny began studying complementary medicine after first-hand experience of its fantastic benefits. She has passion for helping others and uses a multidisciplinary approach to create a unique and synergistic treatment. Aromatherapy massage can help with aches, address feelings of anxiety and tension, aid general […]
World reflexology week
If you have ever wondered what reflexology is and how it could benefit you, now is the time to find out with 20% off all first appointments*. Reflexology works much like acupuncture to clear blockages and return the body to balance. You may experience your own individual benefits from reflexology. The ability to reduce stress […]
Our new student offer just got sweeter
Our modern life is so full of stresses and demands that it is common to exist in a permanent state of disharmony. Overwork, poor diet, emotional strains, overthinking, over-stimulation and poor breathing all take their toll and weaken the body. The mind-body practices and holistic treatments we offer at the Shala all work to restore […]
The art of visceral manipulation
Although relatively under utilised in modern physical therapy (though that is starting to change), the art of Visceral Manipulation has been a part of medicinal cultures since pre-recorded times. The word “visceral” refers to the internal organs of the body such as the stomach, liver and kidneys. Visceral Manipulation (VM for short) is therefore a hands-on-therapy that […]