HL Movement & Massage

HL Movement & Massage Degree-qualified massage therapist & Pilates instructor
- Facilitate injury rehabilitation. If it sounds like you, please, make a booking and come to see me.

I believe you can always feel better...
I focus in great communication and community education to improve overall health. Hi, I am Helene and I am a registered remedial massage therapist (neuromuscular and myofascial techniques) and Pilates instructor. I love using hands-on techniques and Pilates principles to help people move better, feel better, and recover faster. It is my mission that you love

the body you have and regain and retain the strength, energy, and ability to do the things that you love to do. I believe that everybody deserves to have an exceptionally good functioning body.

21/04/2026

Intake forms are not admin. They’re care.

Yes — some questions feel personal.
Yes — you might wonder why I need to know.

"Sorry, Helene, ALL I was seeking was a massage to ease a few aches and pains. I wasn't prepared for all the personal medical questions.."
"I haven't filled out all of it because you know, I need to see If i come back to you, then I'll fill it again if we are a good fit.."

✔️ Your answers guide your treatment
✔️ They keep you safe
✔️ They help me decide what’s appropriate (or not)

Even if it’s your first — or only — session… it matters.

No form = no treatment.
Not to be difficult — but to do things properly.

14/04/2026

Happy World Art Day🎨

I often think about bodies a little differently.

Everyboby is unique, and every body shows me a story.
[You should see me observe people on the street!!😁]

This is what guides the way I work.

I take the time to observe, to understand how each body moves, where it feels restricted, and how it can find a more natural rhythm again.

There is no need to force.
No need to overcomplicate.
Just the right stretch, the right stroke, at the right moment.

Like a brush on a canvas...we create depth, patterns, and flow.

Ever notice how fast 60 minutes fly by during a full-body massage?Every session is tailored to your goals—whether you wa...
12/04/2026

Ever notice how fast 60 minutes fly by during a full-body massage?

Every session is tailored to your goals—whether you want a full body experience or more focused work. That pre-session chat makes all the difference!
We break down time in sessions based on what the client needs & wants!✨

Great work out there 🙌However it goes, you showed up — and that matters.Be proud of yourselves.
10/04/2026

Great work out there 🙌
However it goes, you showed up — and that matters.
Be proud of yourselves.

Daylight Saving Time ends tomorrow🍂𝗖𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗸𝘀 𝗴𝗼 𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗿...🕝An extra hour of sleep and some earlier sunsets!
04/04/2026

Daylight Saving Time ends tomorrow🍂

𝗖𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗸𝘀 𝗴𝗼 𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗿...🕝
An extra hour of sleep and some earlier sunsets!

Northburn 100 🏃Big respect to everyone out there in beautiful Central Otago However it goes, that effort counts. You are...
20/03/2026

Northburn 100 🏃

Big respect to everyone out there in beautiful Central Otago
However it goes, that effort counts. You are doing it!🏆
And overall, HAVE FUN tomorrow.

Don’t skip the recovery part… It’s where the real progress happens.

If you haven't booked yet, I have a few recovery sessions available this week for a reset.
Book here
👉https://hl-movement-and-massage.au4.cliniko.com/bookings

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Happy Friday EveryoneThe massage clinic will be closed on Monday, the 23rd, for Otago Anniversary Day.Clinic hours will ...
19/03/2026

Happy Friday Everyone

The massage clinic will be closed on Monday, the 23rd, for Otago Anniversary Day.
Clinic hours will resume on Tuesday, the 24th, as usual.

Enjoy the long weekend and some automnal sunshine!😎

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OSTEOPENIA & OSTEOPOROSIS 🦴You can’t change the diagnosis — but you can change how your body responds.Living with low bo...
18/03/2026

OSTEOPENIA & OSTEOPOROSIS 🦴

You can’t change the diagnosis — but you can change how your body responds.

Living with low bone density doesn’t mean slowing down.
It means moving smarter, loading gradually and consistently, and giving your body the support it needs to stay strong, balanced, and confident.

WHY MOVEMENT MATTERS
Safe, targeted exercise is one of the most powerful tools for maintaining bone health.
Benefits include:
➡️ Stimulating bone growth through weight-bearing + resistance work
➡️ Improving balance to reduce fall risk
➡️ Strengthening postural + core muscles for stability
➡️ Boosting confidence in how you move day-to-day
Pilates matwork is ideal because it’s controlled, precise, and adaptable — perfect for building strength without overwhelming your system.

HOW MASSAGE CAN HELP
Massage won’t change bone density — but it will support your body in other valuable ways:
➡️ Reduces muscle tension that can limit movement
➡️ Improves circulation to support tissue health
➡️ Relieves joint stiffness and compensatory patterns
➡️ Helps you move more freely, so exercise becomes easier and more enjoyable

Massage + movement is a powerful combo: one prepares the body, the other builds resilience.

You’re not fragile — you just need the right approach.
With consistent, intentional movement and supportive hands-on care, you can build strength, improve balance, and keep doing the things you love.

If you’re unsure where to start, Start here
Book Now:
https://www.hlmovementandmassage.com

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π is the mathematical constant that defines every circle.An elegant piece of mathematics that appears everywhere in phys...
13/03/2026

π is the mathematical constant that defines every circle.

An elegant piece of mathematics that appears everywhere in physics, engineering… and biomechanics.
Why does this matter?
Because the human body is full of rotational systems:
· Joints moving through arcs and circles,
· Organs move and rotate around an axis.

Understanding movement and anatomy means understanding mechanics and precision, like when I was an air traffic controller, where precision and spatial awareness were essential every second.

Today, that same analytical mindset helps me look at the body:
· How it moves
· How it compensates
· And how small corrections can restore better function.

There are never just aches and pains...
The body adapts, and the brain copes until they can't anymore!

So today we celebrate π
the beautiful constant behind circles, movement, and synchronicity… and maybe a good pie.😁

01/03/2026

5 years in Business Hamper Draw

Thank you all for your support for the past 5 years, and for those who came and participated this month.

Congratulations, Brooke! 🎉
Now, it's. time for you to enjoy some goodies from , ,

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Ready for a few more years...

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4/6 Centennial Avenue
Alexandra

Opening Hours

Monday 12pm - 6:30pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 9am
2pm - 6:30pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 2pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 7:30am - 9am
2pm - 6:30pm

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