The News

We are always up to something! This is where you can find out about new members of the team, new products, new treatments, and anything else new that we can think of. We can also use this page to publicise something you are working on or are excited about, so contact us if you would like your news item featured here.

03 Jul New Treatment - Amma Fusion Massage

Amma Fusion uses an exciting blend of the most effective Eastern massage techniques, drawing from disciplines such as acupressure, table shiatsu, thai massage and tuina. The use of specialised strokes, gentle yet powerful stretching, and the treatment of key acupressure points, can increase overall health and vitality. Utilising the Eastern model of meridians, Amma Fusion has similarities with acupuncture but uses the firm gentle pressure of the hands (and no needles)!

Amma has been used successfuly to treat conditions such as:

  • migraines
  • colds
  • disturbed sleep
  • neck and back pain
  • sinus problems
  • digestive complaints
  • chronic fatigue

This treatment is administered with the client fully clothed, so it is an excellent introduction to massage for those with no previous experience.

The treatment is priced at £35 for an hour and £50 for 90 minutes. And don’t forget to ask for a £5 discount on your first treatment with Hilda during July and August.

03 Jul Introducing Beverley

Beverley joined us in June, working Thursday afternoons and evenings and one Saturday a month. She brings with her a range of skills in her field. Bev currently teaches Holistic Therapies for New College Nottingham, primarily in the community, but also at Clarendon College. She also works on a Sensory Panel at Boots, developing new products for their retail stores. She is married with two nearly grown-up children.

Beverly offers massage, with or without aromatherapy, Gentle Touch Reflexology, Indian Head Massage and Hopi Ear Candles.

During July and August, mention this newsletter to receive a £5 discount on your first treatment with Bev.

03 Jul Introducing Hilda

Hilda Harvey joins us in July. She will be working every Friday and one Saturday a month (unless we let her have a holiday)!

Hilda is a registered nurse, and is highly qualified in advanced massage techniques, having trained at the prestigious Northern Institute of Massage, with Tracey at Jing Advanced Massage in Brighton, and latterly with James Waslaski and Dan Putman, international teachers from the United States. Hilda is also a highly skilled and experienced furniture maker.

Hilda brings additional and complementary skills to the Real Retreat team, offering treatment with a multidisciplinary approach using different techniques learned from various sources. These include functional assessment, myofascial release (MFR), neuromuscular therapy (NMT), scar tissue mobilisation, advanced stretching, and soft tissue release (STR). The combination of techniques will lead to freedom of movement and release from pain. Myofascial Release (MFR) can also be applied in cases of Chronic Fatigue, Fibromyalgia and ME, where other massage techniques are not suitable. Hilda is also trained in Hot Stone Fusion and Amma Fusion, two advanced techniques which add greatly to her skillset.

During July and August, mention this newsletter to receive a £5 discount on your first treatment with Hilda.

03 Jul Prepare to Bare - The Body Cocoon

Real Retreat uses the 100% organic Éminence Skincare range for their sumptuous Body Cocoon, to reveal fresher, firmer and more hydrated skin from top-to-toe. Choose from such wonderful, aromatic products as Cranberry and Pomegranate or Coconut Sugar Scrub, and follow with Blueberry, Pear and Green Apple, Mango Enzyme or Pumpkin Cream Body Wraps while you receive a blissful scalp massage. And finish with a super-hydrating body butter – try Naseberry, Honeydew, Watermelon and Papaya, or Grapefruit and Mandarin – to leave you refreshed and prepared to bare beautiful new skin on the beach or next to the pool this summer. During July, book in for a Body Cocoon (priced at £35) and receive a free Eye Treatment, worth £7.50. Call us now for more information or to book your appointment.

04 Jun Pregnancy Massage

For most women, pregnancy is a mixed bag of physical, emotional and spiritual concerns which makes a massage therapist with the right skills an indispensable part of any woman’s prenatal care. Pregnancy massage, performed with the proper positional support, and by skilled, confident hands will help the expectant mum relieve any pregnancy related pain or discomfort, ease any stress and enhance her relationship with her body and her unborn child.

At Real Retreat we use specially tailored massage techniques, side-lying positioning and supportive bolstering to provide relaxation and physical relief at every stage of pregnancy. The treatment provides a period of deep rest, and an alleviation of many pregnancy related physical symptoms, including aches and pains, cramp, swelling, water retention and high blood pressure. Other benefits include enhanced relaxation, improved sleeping and reduced anxiety.

During June, we are offering a discount on the usual price, so experience a one hour Pregnancy Massage for £30 (a saving of £5) or a 90-minute treatment for £40 (a saving of £10). A Pregnancy Massage is the perfect maternity treat for any expectant mum, so call 0115 982 7766 to book your appointment.

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Grapefruit

Grapefruits are rich in Vitamin C and antioxidants, to lift, stimulate and tone the skin. Our Pink Grapefruit Clarifying Masque is full of the juice and pulp of this purifying fruit.

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Thank you Lee. I don’t usually indulge myself but I will certainly be repeating the experience very soon. An ideal break, in perfectly relaxing surroundings, with lovely knowledgeable people who make you realise that we all deserve some time just for ourselves.

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