The Annex (RAFA)
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“If you’re feeling bad, I can help you feel better; if you’re feeling better, I can help you feel good; if you’re feeling good, I can help you feel great – and if you’re feeling great, I can help you feel FANTASTIC! . . . So read on to find out about a very special introductory offer!”
A professional massage can assist the body and mind in many ways: It helps relaxation and mobility; it releases tension, reduces stress and anxiety and generally helps you feel comfortable in your own skin. Massage can relieve depression, aid recovery from illness and injury, improve digestion, increase circulation . . . and in general, give you the most wonderful sense of well-being.
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Need convincing? – Have a trial 30-minute session for only £10 – And if you remain unconvinced, you’ll get your money back! |
Terms and conditions apply.Richard Bidmead (also and more commonly known as ‘Tig,’) is fully-qualified in the art and science of holistic therapeutic massage, and is registered, endorsed and insured with the Massage Training Institute of Great Britain. (www.massagetraining.co.uk )
Since completing a Post Graduate course in 1999, Richard (Tig) has continued to develop a wide range of therapeutic techniques including, ‘Rhythm-Mobility Massage,’ Reiki, Indian Head Massage, ‘On-site’ Chair-Massage, Deep Tissue Massage, Posture Analysis and Improvement, Passive Movement and Stretching, Muscle Energy Technique, Neuro-Muscular Technique, and Trigger-Point Therapy.
Reiki – for example – is an energy healing therapy that dates back hundreds of years, whilst “RhythmMobility” Massage(developed by Massage Guru Darien Pritchard,) is a refined technique to rock, stretch and move the various parts of the body in a free flowing, safely contained way whilst overlaying massage techniques.
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Whether you’re looking for a pampering ‘chill-out’ experience or a treatment for specific aches and pains, restricted mobility, or stress and anxiety, Richard Bidmead can help you on the road to recovery. It’s not just a delightful treat, but should be considered as essential self maintenance to help you get the most out of life, and the most out of yourself. |
These different massage techniques remedy a huge spectrum of the body’s disorders and, irrespective of gender, age or physical condition – with specific exceptions - massage is suitable for almost everybody, resulting in various combinations of physical and mental well-being.
Sessions, through clothing or with oils, can be booked for anything from 10-minutes (chair-massage) up to three-hours (for table massage).
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“Following an initial interview to ascertain the clients needs and wants, a full descriptive explanation of what the session will entail is given before treatment. |
Richard’s current clientele have been referred to him by a wide range of professional associates, including the likelier sources - physiotherapists, to the more unlikely - solicitors, but his most constant source of referral is by 'word-of-mouth’.
“Having spent many years being ‘driven mad’ whilst working for local councils, I embarked on a new career to help people feel better in a more direct way. Massage produces a combination of physical relaxation and mental well-being. It will help you get much more out of life! It re-news, repairs and relaxes – and helps people to live and enjoy life to the full!”
You can visit Richard at the newly-opened treatment room in Cwmbran, at his established home-clinic in Newport or, he can visit you at your home or place of work.
If you’re feeling great, massage helps that feeling last. If you're suffering, the sooner you get massaged, the more chance you have of a speedier recovery or improvement."
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Is your business exhibiting at a trade show? Having Richard on hand to give visitors to your stand a relaxing chair massage, will not only boost the number of visitors to your stall – (you’ll be amazed at how quickly the word will spread around the event!) - it will also serve to further-register your business, in the minds of potential customers and provide an opportunity to record their contact details for future reference!
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Do you want to feel FANTASTIC? – You will – or your money back! (Only applicable to the offer, detailed above.) |
Take the first step in re-taking control of your body, your mind and your life . . . Contact Richard now!
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I recently had a back, shoulder and neck massage from Tig. It was wonderful, and left me feeling ’light’, relaxed and also energised – a lasting effect too! Tig is a great guy, easy company and constantly checks if you are comfortable. He is simply magic and I will be making regular visits in the future. Highly recommended.
I have limited mobility at the best of times due to an accident. I'm always in PAIN! yesterday morning at 3am turned in bed, and my condition worsen, all down left side, filled up on painkillers (that's a laugh) still went to the Bestoftorfaen breakfast, luckily for me Richard sat next to me, as I stood to do my 40 seconds the pain moved to my right hand side. Richard massaged it while I did my speech. Within those few seconds I know he could help, I booked at short notice, by time I got to the Annex I also had tension in my shoulders and neck, Pain was on a 12 out of 10 scale, the point just before I normally start to cry with it. He adapted his technique and pressure to suit my condition, the gently way he goes about things is lovely, it was very relaxing, got rid of tension in neck & shoulders, when I left my pain was on a scale of 4 out of 10 remembering I am never out of pain this was great, he had worked on my hips and when I got off the table the first thing I noticed was, I was taller, and walking upright. Early evening I fell asleep and slept all night. This morning my pain is at a 4 out of 10 which is great for me. I would highly recommend him to everyone and will look forward to my next visit, this time I will not going at my worse. 10 stars for Richard **********
I just had a 45 minute massage with Richard next door to me at the annex, at good vibrations studio. and I will say I do 100% recommend you book in, it was amazing and I feel so good and relaxed, just feel like I want to go to sleep, it was fantastic thank you Richard.
My first experience of Tig's magic massage was during what can only be described as one of the most stressful days of my life....With my appointment booked at 4pm one wednesday afternoon I waited in anticipation.....As a post-graduate student the massage was nicely timed with my dissertation hand in date- however, the night before my hand in, my worst nightmare happened- my USB with all of my dissertation drafts, references, research and citations crashed and I lost everything....in a mad panic on that Wednesday morning I started my dissertaion from scratch- 8 hours later I find my self lying on Tig's table feeling the most relaxed I have ever felt- I literally felt the stress, tension, pressure and anxiety melt away!! Tig is magic, a gentle man, would recommend to anybody at any time!!
I recently had the pleasure of receiving an upper body massage from Tig. All I can say is that he works wonders. I was stress free and relaxed for a considerable period after.
I had a great treat yesterday at our showcase, Tig was giving free massage's so I signed up for one. I had been on my feet since 6am getting the showcase ready, by 2.30 I was so tired and stressed I was glad when it was my turn. After a 15 minute massage I was ready to start all over again. What a difference Tig made, all my aches and pains gone. Cant wait to go back for a proper session. I highly recommend Tig's services, he's amazing
I had a massage with Tig about 5 years ago after 12 months of real pain in my shoulder, ending in very limited mobility. After 2 sessions I regained full mobility and felt no pain! I am going back asap as I have just wrenched it badly and I wont go anywhere else!!
I have been enjoying and benefiting from "Tigs" magic hands for the past three years and can say in complete honesty, his theraputic massage service is second to none. Tig, as his friends call him, is a very skilled and able practioner. He relieves pain, iradicates stress and leaves me at least, more refreshed than a good nights sleep. Recommended.
From the relaxing music of your choice, to the stunning views from the massage room - you start to feel relaxed as soon as you enter the treatment room. The massage was a wonderful experience, I especially loved the foot massage and felt great for days after.
What a wonderful service! Tig is a skilled massage therapist, adapting his technique and pressure to your particular aches, pains and comfort. It's so relaxing it's possible to doze off during your treatment - bliss - and come round feeling relaxed and rejuvenated! Superb value.
Tig's massages are magic and I know for a fact that people come from around the world to experience them - he's always on my itinerary when I visit from the US. WH
Tig gives the best massage I have ever had anywhere. That's the truth.