I feel really well looked after here, it's always a wonderful atmosphere. Nikki is both…read moreprofessional and very friendly, taking time to get to know her clients and their needs, and happy to give advice. Definitely recommended to anyone in need of some relaxation!

I went for a Shiatsu treatment after a friend suggested it to me. I had a few injuries and surgery…read moreon my knees, so I usually feel some pain down there and I could really use some help. I met Barbara at her clinic. She worked on my entire body for one hour and I could litterally feel the pain leaving my knees. She applied pressure on many parts of my body, as if she was following a path. The pain in my knees disappeared for a month. After that I decided to make it a regular appointment for me every other week. With time I noticed that my health is getting generally better: not only the ache is gone, I also feel less stressed. I feel so good every time, that I would recomend it to everybody.

Barbara is fantastic, she certainly knows what she's doing and she's great at that. I had a neck so…read morestiff that I couldn't sleep at night, but after her Shiatsu my excruciating pain became just an ailment. A week later I had the second treatment and it was like I had never had a stiff neck. And on top of that, I felt much more relaxed. The treatment is comfortable, you just need to wear a tracksuite and a shirt. I went to the first treatment wearing a hoodie with a zipper and that was a mistake, since Barbara needs to apply pressure on your body and zippers and buttons don't help you. So don't make my mistake. I highly recommend Barbara and I know I will be back.

The newly built Vallance Centre was desperately needed to replace the crumbling Brunswick Health…read moreCentre. The Vallance Centre is purpose build for the needs of local people and it really shows. Whereas the Brunswick Health Centre felt rushed and under pressure, the Vallance site appears sleek and calm. You can sign up in a couple of days and most people won't have to give a full medical although they may take some blood and urine samples for their records. There is also a useful online booking service. The centre is modern and clean, but if you want a more family oriented practice I'd head to Surrey Lodge which has a more 'traditional feel'. Most people who live in the University/Ardwick area will find they are within the geographical zones for both. They also now offer the following services: Accupuncture Asthma Clinic Cardiovascular Screening Clinical Smears Child Health Counselling Diabetic Clinics Dietary Advice District Nursing Drug Clinic Health Visiting Maternity Medical Services Minor Surgery Nurse Triage Over 75 Checks Physiotherapy Private Medicals Screening Services Smoking Cessation Travel Clinic Well Person Clinic Wart Clinic

For a doctors surgery which draws a lot of students, the Vallance Centre is certainly out of the…read moreway. If you had a weight problem, you could burn a fair few pounds off walking to the Surgery from some of the less central halls of residence. I signed up to be a patient here in my first week of University, and have only had to visit once, and that was when I was taking care of a friend. From her account, the care taken by the staff and partners here was exemplary, and she enjoyed the experience as much as she could, considering her circumstances! From my point of view, sat in the waiting room, I thought that the venue was a fantastic choice for a Surgery. It does not feel overly 'surgical', and it definitely works in the favour of the partners, as there is not a pressured atmosphere when waiting for an appointment. You can book appointments online through their website, which is very handy when you are planning for an appointment in advance. Otherwise, the schedule can become very busy, and you may have to wait a while for an emergency appointment. The Centre also offers a wide range of different medical-related services, including Acupuncture. Hopefully, I wont have to visit the Vallance Centre much, although, if I do, at least I know where it is, and know that it is not like a small extension of God's Waiting Room. For a surgery, it is as good as it could be.

Probably the best personal trainer in Manchester. I started to train with Liam and he gave helpful…read moreadvice, motivation and a exercise plan which saw me lose weight and gain muscle definition within a month.

Extremely disappointed with the trainer Marco, it started off alright but he kept cancelling the…read moresessions and seemed struggled to manage his timings. At times I had to wait outside his private gym in cold as he was easily 5 to 10 minutes late and not very professional about it and showing little to no care attitude, once even he cancelled the session in the last minute when I was waiting out side his gym and waiting for him to let me in and only then I received a text that he is out of town and couldn't inform me before as his mobile battery was low, he told me this in a very unapologetic and as unprofessional way as possible. I had a plan for a holiday which i discussed with Marco from the very beginning and in the end he told me that lots of sessions has been missed because of my holiday plan. I still have two session left with him which I wanted to have a refund for as I was literally feeling not motivated because of Marco's work ethic and also there was no contract signed, and he told me that he wont refund any money, instead asked more money to book more sessions with him. Extremely unprofessional attitude overall and seemed unconcerned about the clients progress and motivation. If anyone wants to waste money and lose any motivation then definitely Marco is your guy.

Love the Manchester therapy centre I have been coming here on and off for the past 4 years. The…read morecover a wide range of therapies including massage therapy, aromatherapy, Indian head massage, sports massage , reflexology, acupuncture as well as other therapies such as Bowen Technique and EFT. The centre is set in a house on a leafy road in Whalley Range just opposite the Spire hospital. It has a cozy rather than clinical feel to it I went for a 90 minute aromatherapy massage with Emma. The consultation was based around my muscular concerns and any aches or tension I had. Emma then asked what oils I wanted and whether I wanted relaxing, uplifting or a tension soothing oil mix. Oils blended the massage commenced with Emma working her magic on my lower back and shoulders, then thighs, calves and ankles ( I never knew that soooo much tension could exist in your ankles!) moving on to arms, neck, face and scalp. I came out feeling pleasantly relaxed and peaceful and at £48 for the treatment it was very reasonable. I've booked to go back again in 2 weeks time and may see if I can get a cheeky Indian head massage in in between. Would definitely recommend giving the centre a try it's good for your well being!

DO NOT BOOK A COURSE WITH THESE PEOPLE! Absolutely terrible experience. I booked onto the sports…read moremassage diploma back in January. The course was due to start on 28th March. In the lead up and with the coronavirus situation, I contacted them several times to ask what would be happening with the course, with the possibility on pulling out, because I am in a high risk group for the virus. I received absolutely no response from the school and still haven't as of today (5th April). This is absolutely unacceptable. They have £550 of my money and have taken no responsibility for what is going on. I just hope that I can get the money back by going through my bank.

Very good service and walking distance from city centre of manchester. Physiotherapist doctors with…read moregreat experience in treating aches and pains

Came to this physio clinic at Manchester and received the highest quality of care! outstanding…read morefacilities and staff there are exceptionally skilled.

I'd been a traditional gym member for years after getting into the habit of going whilst at…read moreuniversity, but I became aware that I wasn't really pushing myself and had seriously plateaued fitness-wise. It was a trip to see some friends down in London which changed all this. Walking past Clapham Common I saw a large group of people wearing coloured bibs running and doing different exercises whilst under the instruction of three blokes in camouflage trousers. Making out that their t-shirts had 'BMF' on them I was intrigued so did an internet search (http://www.britmilfit.com/) when I got back home. Fast forward three-and-a-half years and I've not been in a gym since. The great outdoors has become my cross trainer, treadmill and step machine (cheesy yet true). The BMF philosophy is simple: outdoor fitness with like-minded folk by qualified and passionate former military instructors. Though some people might think this sounds intimidating it's not at all, everyone is welcoming and encouraging regardless of your fitness level. Personally, I love going to Heaton Park in particular. Not only because it's a huge park with different terrains and parts of it are stunning, but the people who attend every week are one of the main reasons you keep going back. Everyone motivates you and you can have a laugh during the sessions, all whilst getting the heart pumping and fat burned away. The aforementioned bib colours correspond to your fitness level with beginners (blue), intermediate (red) and advanced (green). Classes start with a warm up followed by at least 50 minutes of individual, paired and team exercises, ending with a cool down and stretches. The beauty of the classes is that no two are the same, each one differs in park location and exercise choices, that's what keeps it interesting compared to a standard gym session. Tip: Your first class is free and there is no obligation to join. Just fill out the online form to enroll before you go. Tip: A decent pair of outdoor running shoes is all you really need. Other than that, an old t-shirt on top and shorts, tracksuit bottoms or running leggings are ideal. In winter, base layer top and bottoms are recommended as well. Tip: Some parks also hold a dedicated 'Running Club' session which is at the same time as a normal class.