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Compass Massage & Motion

Manual Therapy and Pilates in North Devon and online

My approach to helping clients focuses on relieving discomfort and restoring balance within the body. Each session is intuitively guided and tailored to meet the unique needs of the individual, recognizing that the body is constantly changing. This dynamic process evolves with each treatment, ensuring that each session remains relevant and responsive to the body's needs. My early career as a dancer sparked an interest in the moving body, which naturally transitioned into massage, soft tissue therapy, and Pilates. Over the years, I have honed my skills and developed a broad range of therapeutic techniques, deepening my understanding of the interconnectedness of the body, mind, and spirit. Currently, I reside in the wilds of North Devon working from clinics in Bideford and Barnstaple . Movement continues to play a vital role in my life, and I understand the challenges of returning to a movement practice after a period of inactivity. To further support my clients, I also offer mat-based Pilates sessions as a BASI-trained instructor. I am currently training with Karin Gurtner in FAMO fascia movement, integrating this approach into my classes and sessions to provide an even more holistic movement experience. I am passionate about enhancing well-being through bodywork, massage, and nature-based practices, and I am committed to contributing to your wellness journey.

06/01/2026

03/01/2026

Join me this week!

Friday I am not teaching but class is still running as someone is covering!

29/12/2025

From January, I’ll be starting a comprehensive BASI Pilates programme. I’m really looking forward to delving deeper into this work to better support clients — and myself — on our movement journey.

As part of this, I’m offering a small number of one-to-one case studies. These sessions will allow me to practice working with you and utilising the apparatus in our sessions together, both on the mat and on the equipment, and they will also help me fulfill some of the hours I need to complete for my training.

A small fee will cover the room rental. Sessions will take place near Southernhay in Exeter, with 3–4 spaces available on a single day.

If this resonates with you and you’d like to take part, please contact me directly mirandabiodynamic@gmail.com and I’ll send you all the details 🤍

27/12/2025

Join me for some classes over the holidays!
https://bookwhen.com/compasspilates

02/12/2025

We are back again to present Pin & Pilates – The Gentle Wave, 3rd edition.
31 January | 10:00–14:00
Resurgence Centre, Hartland
£65 | Booking: https://bookwhen.com/compasspil.../e/ev-shygd-20260131100000
This edition focuses on the seasonal shift from winter to early spring.
Gentle, movement to awaken joints, spine and breath, paired with two-wave acupuncture to support circulation, recovery and nervous system balance.
Tea ceremony with herbs to nourish tendons, joints and internal systems.
Suitable for all levels. Limited spaces.

23/11/2025

Weekly Pilates and Movement sessions

Tuesdays 5:45pm — MELT Session (Blue Lights Hall, Appledore)
Restore and revive using gentle massage and movement to release holding patterns and ease your body.

Thursdays 9:00am — Mixed Ability Community Pilates (Blue Lights Hall, Appledore)
A welcoming class for all levels to build strength, mobility and balance.

Thursday evenings 6pm — Pilates Progressive (Kingsley School, Bideford)
A deeper dive into Pilates to find expansion, ease, stability and mobility in movement.
6pm, next term starts 8th Jan.

Fridays 7:15am — Early Risers (Torridge Leisure Centre)
Start your day strong with a refreshing morning Pilates session.

Black Friday offer: This week, 25% off all Appledore classes.
Use code BLACKFRIDAY on purchase.

Message me to book or with any questions.

Discover how strong and capable your body can be. Our Pilates and fascial movement classes—taught by a BASI-certified instructor—offer individualized attention in small groups, helping you build mobility, stability, and lasting body awareness.

17/11/2025

https://www.theguardian.com/wellness/2025/nov/13/massage-health-benefits

While they can be seen as a luxury, massages are often part of healthcare – here’s how they affect physical and mental health

16/11/2025

Control Balance

10/11/2025

Haha flash back to my movement classes circa 2015..popped up to say hello..oh the fun...wild times...you can never get me out of a dance studio
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Address

Bideford
NORTHDEVON

Telephone

+447535879795

Website

http://www.compassmassage.co.uk/, http://www.compasspilates.co.uk/

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Providing massage at your home, your work event or book in with me at Saunton Sands source Spa and Wellness.

I have worked with a range of clients into top class skiers (pre competition and rehabilitation), weightlifters, circus performers, office workers and anyone who needs a bit of treat for their body, I love a challenge and to help people find balance in their body and bring relief to any strains and discomfort they are experiencing. My soft tissue therapy treatments combine trigger point therapy, neuromuscular release, deep tissue and myo-fascial release.

I have also spent over 3 years working with those living with Dementia and use a more gentle approach here working with the families to create a unique treatment for them and their loved ones. These treatments are very personal and I provide an aftercare service for each family and care home to help them on their journey. Sports and Remedial -Aiming to reduce the chances of injury and increase chances of recovery and improve performance. This is a deep, strong massage if necessary and treatments can often involve assisted stretching and muscle release work.

Biodynamic Massage - This treatments helps guide the body into a place of balance and harmony.The unique nature of this therapy is the use of a stethoscope which is placed on the clients abdomen during the massage and using the sound of the psycho peristalsis to help guide and tailor the treatment to the client to aid emotional and physical release and support. This treatment does not use oil and can client can be clothed.