I went in with severe lower back/hip pain. Joy invited me in the room, barely asked for any history…read moreon my injury, poked a few trigger points, and then after 90 seconds told I was good to go. I was not good to go, not at all, but she just bum-rushed me out of there. $90 for 90 seconds of work. WTF!!!! You should be ashamed of yourself. I'm assuming she knew I wasn't local, so why put in any effort. I wish I could give you minus zero stars. If you want to see a professional, rather than someone who is just about the money, make an appointment around the corner at Heidelberg Osteopaths.

How I wish I'd come to Melbourne Natural Wellness Clinic for a relaxing massage. I'm thinking…read morearomatherapy, tinkling water features and a nature inspired soothing soundtrack. And a slow calm massage that nearly sends me to sleep. Unfortunately, I have a bad back and was here for solely remedial purposes. And remedial massages hurt. However, I felt so safe in the hands (pardon the lame pun) of my masseuse Tanya that I was able to deal with any discomfort or pain. This is one of those rare places where they really know what they're doing and actually work to reach the root of your problem. I was also given some really great advice on how to alleviate the pain. While at $107 for an hour it isn't cheap, it's well worth paying for. As well as the clinic, Natural Health and Wellness has a yoga and pilates studio.

So, I signed up for a 25 dollar unlimited week at the yoga / pilates studio across the hall from…read morethe clinic. Let me just say, I've been to one class and I'm already hooked. Yes, the 25 dollar unlimited week is a deal in itself but I'm trying to maneuver a way to pay the difference in fees and extend it for the next 29 days (7 days at $25 or 30 days at $77) The class I took tonight was only forty five minutes long with five people including Sacha, our fabulous guide into the art of flow. She was a great instructor and I'd definitely suggest this dynamic class to any keen yogi's out there. The online sign up system makes organizing your schedule and signing up for classes quick and easy. So.... If your a spiritual gangster, like a clean and welcoming studio conveniently located smack in the middle of the city, make your way here!!!!