Massage
Our talented massage therapists are all about providing the right massage to suit your needs
Massage therapy
Treatment description
Your massage therapist will use a variety of techniques best suited to your condition. All of our therapists have extensive post-graduate training. During your appointment, we will discuss the technique they feel is the most appropriate. It may vary from deep tissue, relaxation, lymphatic drainage, dry needling, to other most used styles of massage.
Whether you’re looking to relieve stress, increase your sports performance, or getting some much-needed relaxation, the professionally trained and registered Christchurch massage therapists at Sports Clinic will cater for your therapeutic needs.
What can this service help you with?
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Massage therapy relaxes muscles
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Easing and soothing aches and pains
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It rejuvenates and helps to restore balance to body and being
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Making us better for all the things life throws our way
HANDS ON MASSAGE & MLD THERAPISTS
Hans Lutters
Hands On / Clinical Director - Massage & Lymphatic Therapist
Senior Massage & Lymphatic Therapist, Director
- Diploma in Massage Therapy, NGS, Nijmegen, The Netherlands 2004
- Diploma in Manual Lymphatic Drainage (Vodder), NGS, Nijmegen, The Netherlands 2006
- Accredited Provider for professional carded athletes, High Performance Sport New Zealand (HPSNZ)
- Accredited Provider for professional carded athletes, New Zealand Olympic Committee (NZOC)
- Member of Massage Association NZ (MNZ) and Australian Lymphoedema Association (ALA)
- Member of the New Zealand Core Health Team, Common Wealth Games Glasgow 2014
- Member of the New Zealand Core Health Team Olympic Games Rio de Janeiro 2016
- Member of the New Zealand Core Health Team, Common Wealth Games Gold Coast 2018
- Member of the New Zealand Core Health Team, Olympic Games Tokyo 2020/2021
- Teacher of Manual Lymphatic Drainage Level I & Level II
- Specialising in (sports) injury prevention and injury management, Manual Lymphatic Drainage and Chronic Pain Relief
Josh Dowdle
Hands On / Massage & Lymphatic Therapist
Massage & Lymphatic Therapist
- Diploma in Health Science Therapeutic Massage (Merit), NZ College of Massage, Christchurch 2016
- Certificate of Massage, New Zealand College of Massage, Christchurch 2015
- Hands On Manual Lymphatic Drainage Course, Christchurch 2019
- Member of Massage Association New Zealand (MNZ)
Background
Josh graduated from Otago Polytechnic in 2011 with a Diploma in Personal Training and has been working in gyms ever since. He loves helping people improve the way they move. However, wanting to develop a more hands-on treatment skillset to accompany his movement background, Josh went back to study and completed a Massage Therapy Diploma in 2016. In 2019 he extended his skill set again by completing the Hands On level I and II MLD courses.
Outside of the Health and Wellness arena, Josh’s passions include cooking (and eating), travel, and raising a young family.
Shannon Wilson
Hands On / Massage & Lymphatic Therapist
Massage & Lymphatic Therapist
- Diploma in Sport, London UK, 2014Certificate in Gym Instructing, London UK, 2014
- Diploma in Remedial Massage (level 6, with Distinction), NZ College of Massage, Christchurch 2017
- Diploma in Wellness and Relaxation Massage (level 5, with Excellence), New Zealand College of Massage, Christchurch 2016
- Hands On Manual Lymphatic Drainage Course, Christchurch 2018
- Member of Massage Association New Zealand (MNZ)
Wendy Carpenter
Hands On / Massage & Lymphatic Therapist
Massage & Lymphatic Therapist
- Diploma in Health Science Therapeutic Massage (Merit), NZ College of Massage
- Certificate of Massage, New Zealand College of Massage, Christchurch
- Hands On Manual Lymphatic Drainage Course, Christchurch
- Member of Massage Association New Zealand (MNZ)
Background
In 2021 Wendy graduated with Excellence in a diploma of Remedial Massage Therapy. Her interest in massage stems from previously being a competitive swimmer. As a consequence of intensive training, she has had various experiences with manual therapists. She found remedial massage therapy to be the most effective. A move to New Zealand allowed for a career change and facilitated her in retraining as an RMT and completing the level 1 and 2 Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) course. Out of the clinic her interests are rowing and travelling.
Alana Parsons
Hands On / Massage & Lymphatic Therapist
Massage & Lymphatic Therapist
- Remedial Massage Therapy Diploma, ARA Institute of Canterbury, Christchurch 2021
- Certificate of Massage, New Zealand College of Massage, Christchurch 2020
- Hands On Manual Lymphatic Drainage Course, Christchurch 2022
- Member of Massage Association New Zealand (MNZ)
Kelsey Honeyfield
Hands On / Massage & Lymphatic Therapist
Kelsey is currently studying towards a Level 6 Diploma in Remedial Massage. Her interest in massage stems from her own rehabilitation journey following spinal surgery in 2017, which emphasised the significance of functional, pain-free movement for overall well-being. Outside of clinic, Kelsey enjoys tramping, swimming, and surfing. She has a level 5 Diploma in Wellness and Relaxation Massage (Level 5)
Katy Pheloung
Hands On / Massage & Lymphatic Therapist
- Working towards Diploma in Remedial Massage Therapy, ARA Institute of Canterbury, Christchurch 2022
- Certificate of Massage, New Zealand College of Massage, Christchurch 2021
- Hands On Manual Lymphatic Drainage Course, Christchurch 2022
- Member of Massage Association New Zealand (MNZ)
Elisia Vattuone
Hands On / Massage & Lymphatic Therapist
Massage & Lymphatic Therapist
- Diploma in Wellness and Relaxation Massage (Level 5) Wellpark College of Natural Therapies, 2021
- Diploma in Remedial Massage (Level 6) ARA Institute of Canterbury, 2023
- Hand On Manual Lymphatic Drainage Course, Christchurch
Background
Elisia prides herself on providing a relaxing and therapeutic experience for her clients, with her goal to help people achieve everyday comfort. Elisia completed her Diploma in Wellness and Relaxation Massage in 2021. She opened up her own business within a Chiropractic Clinic in Auckland and worked with clients to complement their chiropractic treatments. She also provided massage to people from many walks of life, including up-and-coming marathon runners to busy office workers. In 2022 Elisia traveled to Europe and experienced working with an Amercia’s Cup sailing team, assisting their physio in treating athletes and keeping them in the best shape as possible while they underwent their intense physical training.
She has since moved to Christchurch and completed her Remedial Massage Diploma last year. Elisia enjoys helping clients to perform to their best in every aspect of their daily lives. She hopes to empower people through massage, bringing both their mental and physical state back to a place of equilibrium.
When not in the clinic she enjoys being out in nature, reading, and exploring new places.
Anna Young
Hands On / Massage & Lymphatic Therapist
Massage & Lymphatic Therapist
• Working towards a Bachelor of Therapeutic and Sports Massage (Level 7), Southern Institute of Technology, Invercargill (distance learning)
• Diploma in Remedial Massage Therapy (Level 6), ARA Institute of Canterbury, Christchurch 2022
• Diploma in Wellness and Relaxation Massage (Level 5), ARA Institute of Canterbury, Christchurch 2021
• Hands On Manual Lymphatic Drainage Course, Christchurch 2024
• Member of Massage Aotearoa New Zealand (MANZ)
Background
After finding how beneficial manual therapies can be during training and post-injury, Anna embarked on a full change in career in 2021. She has a special interest in supporting people undergoing cancer treatment and is looking to further her learning in this area. Outside of work and study she loves being out in the mountains, on the water, or in the paddock at home.
Our difference
Why Sports clinic Massage
Our team works with a variety of athletes in their practice, from weekend warriors to elite athletes. Their experience and knowledge will help you gain the optimal results in your sport. We also have accredited Academy of Sport providers – ask them if you qualify.
All our Massage Therapists have extensive post-graduate training. During your appointment, they will discuss the technique they feel is the most appropriate for you. It may vary from Deep Tissue, Relaxation, Lymphatic Drainage, Dry Needling, to other most used styles of massage.
Hans Lutters (photo left) is the director and owner of Sports Clinic Massage and has been providing massage services at the last 2 Olympic games in Rio and Tokyo to our amazing Kiwi athletes. You can book to see Hans and his team and receive the same great services as our Olympic athletes.
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