Pilates is an exercise programme that targets the deep postural muscles of the body to improve overall central core stability and posture. Physio Pilates is the use of Pilates exercises which have been adapted by physiotherapists to make them more suitable for patients either recovering from injury, or athletes wanting to improve their performance.

We offer a range of classes from beginner to advanced, and all our classes work on your flexibility, core strength and breathing, ensuring you get a complete workout. Our classes are an excellent way to keep you injury free and moving better all year round!

Our classes are run from a range of locations and times, so you are sure to find one that fits your schedule.

TIMES AND DAYS OF CLASSES

BEGINNERS CLASSES

• TUESDAY MORNING: CLINIC STUDIO MARAETAI  9am
• THURSDAY MORNING: CLINIC STUDIO MARAETAI  9am
• THURSDAY MORNING: CLINIC STUDIO MARAETAI 10am

These classes are small and specialised. Class numbers are limited to 9 to ensure you get a safe and individualised experience. These classes are run on a term basis to ensure that your place is guaranteed every week. This is a lovely way to start your day with a sea view and the sounds of the ocean to relax you while you heal and restore your body.

INTERMEDIATE CLASSES

• WEDNESDAY EVENING: FORMOSA GYM 6:30pm

This class is a more intense session for those of you wanting to improve your flexibility and core strength.  It’s a brilliant once-a-week workout to improve your sporting performance, or just to get the most out of your body.  You will feel fantastic after this class! We use a range of different equipment, combining the best of yoga, Barre ball work, and Pilates. You will be hooked for life on this class!

What is it?

These classes are a combination of strength and agility training, core work and stretching. The classes are designed to IMPROVE YOUR BIOMECHANICS as well as giving you a fantastic workout!

TUESDAY NIGHTS from 6.30pm-7.30pm at The Movement Clinic Studio Maraetai.

Running is a sport within its own right and is also a fundamental part of many other sports such as soccer, triathlon, touch rugby, athletics etc.

Do you ever question whether with a few adjustments to your technique you could improve your efficiency, style, performance and reduce your likelihood of injury?

Whether you want to get faster, go further or run easier, the team at The Movement Clinic will transform your running. Our goal is to develop good running technique to improve efficiency, help prevent injuries and increase your enjoyment.

We offer tailored set-ups for road, time trial and mountain bikes.

What is a Bike Bio-Mechanical Analysis?

A bike bio-mechanical analysis aims to both help with injuries as well as improving performance on the bike. A physiotherapist and a bike set-up specialist will collectively assess your own bike set up on a stationary trainer using a combination of digital video analysis and traditional set up methods. We will also assess how your body is using your bike, and educate you on correct biking technique. Problems that arise from poor set-up could include: numb hands and/or feet; neck and/or back pain; knee pain; shoulder pain; loss of power; poor handling skills (particularly on descents); general lack of performance.

What can I expect on my visit?

The set-up can take up to 1 ½ hours and most of the time you will be on your bike. We will measure different angles and distances of your body on the bike as well as muscle length, muscle power and muscle balance and how this relates to your cycling.  We will then adjust your bike for you into the correct position. We will also assess your footwear and specifically the position of your cleats and adjust these accordingly. If we feel your problems also stem from imbalances/technique flaws we will give some exercises and drills to do to further improve your bike performance.

We have a gym studio with equipment designed to help you achieve your goals in strength, speed, power and agility, thus improving your sporting performance.

Strength training is working with a specialist who has an advanced level of understanding on how to help you achieve greater strength and power for your sport.

Conditioning is applying the above to help with speed and agility whilst also working on other conditioning tools such as proprioception, plyometrics and Vibration Training.

We have specialised agility equipment (Dynamic Movement Skills) which is excellent for anyone returning to sport following injury or for those wanting to improve their agility and foot speed.

What does it involve?

We offer 30 or 60 minute sessions at our gym. A combination of resistance training, DMS, vibration training, TRX, cardio equipment and flexibility work may be used.

We offer individualised swimming analysis sessions, both in the pool and open water settings.

What does it involve?

This is normally a 40 minutes analysis with technique work where video may be used, followed by a 20 minute discussion which will include areas to work on and drills and exercises program to do both in and out of the water to improve your swimming ability.

Where do we swim?

The open-water sessions are held in the calm and shallow bay at Maraetai, and the pool sessions can be run at any local council pool.

Am I in the water alone?

If this a pool session, yes…I will be poolside, but if this is an open-water session I will either be in the water with you or beside you in a kayak, depending on your abilities and confidence.

Who is this for?

This is primarily for aspiring triathletes and open-water swimmers, and established athletes wanting to improve their performance.

What is it?

Acupuncture is a complex system of medicine developed in the Far East more than 2.500 years ago. It uses fine sterile needles to stimulate your energy and natural healing processes. Acupuncture is now often recommended by many GPs as an effective drug-free way of pain relief.

We use pain-free disposable needles and use a western approach to suit typical musculoskeletal pain problems.

What does it involve?

We offer 30 minute sessions solely in acupuncture, as well as acupuncture as part of your physiotherapy consultation (normally 10 minutes of your 30 minute session).

Our brain then creates an alternative pathway and is in a compensatory state, this is required for a period however it is optimal for the main pathway to be restored. Imagine if a forest pathway is covered with fallen leaves, a new pathway could easily be formed to go around the leaves. The original path is still there, just hidden. This is like our neurological pathways and by using NIS protocols the brain can reconnect and restore the original and optimal pathways.

NIS uses a set of treatment protocols to evaluate the neurological circuitry and resets the neurological function to the body using muscle testing. This has the ability to HELP THE BODY FIGHT INFECTION, REPAIR ALTERED DNA, RESTORE FUNCTION POST CONCUSSION, REPAIR INJURED MUSCLES AND JOINTS, IMPROVE DIGESTION AND BALANCE HORMONAM FUNCTION - just to name a few.

Natalie works at The Movement Clinic on Tuesday.

Treatment rates:

$80 for new clients initial session (40-50mins)

$65 for following sessions (30-40 mins)

We recommend all new clients to have 3 - 6 consecutive weekly or fortnightly appointments and then have follow up session based on their own individual needs. Results will depend on the length of time the person has had the complaint, the severity and age of the person.

Appointments are strictly by pre-paid appointments only.

Phone Natalie on 021 0586472 to book an appointment or to find out how NIS can benefit you or your family members.

Myofascial massage specialising in improving biomechanics and reducing pain. Myofascial massage also boosts the nervous and lymphatic system and is a huge help in reducing the build up of stress. Simone is also trained to massage the abdomen, the jaw and the cranium, so she is able to help with internal problems not just musculoskeletal.

✅Nutrition consultations focused on foundational basics for long lasting, effective health. The body is designed to heal itself and will do so given the right conditions. Simone with give you an individualised program including meal ideas and a non diet approach to weight loss. She will help you overcome mental and habitual barriers and educate you on eating principles for good health. Simone is also trained in testing for Food Sensitivities and Adrenal Stress testing.
Female Specific Personal Training which focuses on rehabilitating posture, working on the vital pelvic floor, as well as improving flexibility and mobility with functional strength and high intensity (all at YOUR level!)

Eating Disorder Practitioner - Anorexia, Bulimia and disordered eating.