Testimonials
Sandy Bay Massage is the best with a really dynamic team of specialist massage therapists. The business runs seamlessly with courtesy reminder calls for appointments, return calls if you've left a massage, and all endeavours are made to 'find a spot' if you're in need of an extra appointment; and the therapists run to time.
I've been going there for remedial massage for many years to maintain health and well-being; I've also enjoyed hot stone massage, ka huna, and cupping. An excellent feature of the business is that all the therapists listen to the client and tailor their work according to their client's needs. The massage environment is warm, welcoming, friendly, and confidential - a beautiful and relaxing experience. I always leave feeling energised, invigorated, healed; that I've had special and personal time.
I've been recommending Sandy Bay Massage to family, friends and colleagues with absolute confidence for years.
Di Stow
Counsellor
"I just can't say enough good things about the Sandy Bay Massage Centre. I have my "regular" therapist however I also see several of the other SBMC therapists. I have found the lymphatic drainage massage crucial to my recovery from breast cancer surgery. All Mandy's staff are friendly and experienced and listen to what you want. Now, as a new mum, I've discovered how precious time to myself is ... I know I'm going to leave the massage centre feeling relaxed, refreshed and pampered."
Jo Stone
Co-Owner , The Food Store
As a measure of my complete faith in the talents of all the therapists at Sandy Bay Massage Centre, based on personal experience and patient feedback, I regularly recommend my patients to make appointments there and assure them "they're all good and they look after you well".'
Stuart Davis
Registered Osteopath
Looking for more than the usual massage experience, I found Mandy, Alice and Lilly offer a deeper connection with the body. Either Ka Huna or Shiatsu provides a holistic approach to treatment. They honour the sacredness of the body, their hands guided, releasing the blockages and restoring peace and balance. Heart centred, nurturing and supportive, the Sandy Bay Massage Centre is a must for everyone.
Mariangela Parodi
Naturopath and healer
Lenah Valley
I recommend my patients to Sandy Bay Massage Centre because they are have a comprehensive knowledge of muscle and fascial systems as well as the best techniques to manage target areas of the body. Their therapists are constantly at courses keeping current with new massage techniques and they are overall very experienced and sensitive to individual needs.
Personally I trust them with my body and always feel released and relaxed after my session!
Stephanie Sheppard
Physiotherapist
Owner - Bay Physio
Having regular massages at Sandy Bay Massage Centre has kept my body in peak condition. As an athlete, massage is a vital part of my training regime, it helps me recover and ensures that I reach my training goals and my competition goals. As a firefighter, I can't afford to have sore, injured muscles. I have to be in the best physical condition possible all the time. I use the massages as a reward for my body after the training and physical work I put myself through every day as a multisport athlete and as a firefighter. Every time I leave Sandy Bay Massage Centre I feel relaxed and renewed, my body and my mind ready to face any challenge.
Emma Weitnauer
Triathlon Coach
2 time and current Australian Multisport Champion
11 time Ironman Triathlon Finisher
3 time Hawaiian Ironman Triathlon Finisher
Firefighter, Hobart Fire Brigade
I always look forward to my monthly massage. My therapist never fails to iron out the tension and sore spots that a busy life juggling work and being mum to 3 young boys can bring. After my massage I am ready to go back for another round!
Tracey Hanigan
Speech Pathologist & Mum
South Hobart
I have been having massages at the Sandy Bay Massage Centre for over 5 years now and every experience has been wonderful. When I need to unwind after stressful time at work I love having a hot stone massage... such a treat. I found that after I had the flu nothing seemed to get my body back on track than a massage. I feel very confident no matter which practitioner I have that they are all fully qualified and some even have extra special talents, Emma Smith sensed I was pregnant and that she had to be careful before I even knew!
Calli Crump,
Red Jelly
"I have been using the services at Sandy Bay Massage Centre for many years. When having a wonderful relaxation massage I realised I felt so very relaxed and calmed because of the lovely surroundings and peaceful atmosphere of their clinic combined with the aromatherapy oils - all aimed at further relaxing me as my muscles are released of tension. I have also contacted the clinic when in dire need of help i.e. during a severe migraine headache and also at a time when I suffered with painful sciatica. Each time I have needed help they have accommodated me as quickly as they were able - often going beyond the call of their duty roster to do so. I find their knowledge extraordinary. They have also offered sensible self-care suggestions to help myself at painful times between visits i.e. gentle stretching exercises or relaxation techniques. Being professionals, I have also been referred on to a physiotherapist when they felt it was required. I would say that this clinic has the most professional approach I have encountered. It is truly a wellness clinic in every sense of the word."
Annie Weatherburn
Director of Marketing and International Students
The Hutchins School, Tasmania
A few years ago SBMC was recommended to me by a friend when I was looking for a therapist whom I could see on weekends and also where I would get personalised service and not just feel one of the crowd. I have had regular appointments with Mandy or Deb at SBMC for a couple of years now and am 100% happy...the centre is open 7 days a week which is vital for my lifestyle and both Mandy and Deb are experts at listening to my needs and ensuring I get the treatment to suit. And they are both fun people as well! I would always recommend SBMC to someone looking for a therapist who is flexible, professional and who really listens to their clients.
Kylie White
Sales Manager
I find regular remedial massages with Debbie Fulton at the Sandy Bay Massage Centre a great antidote to the unusual postures that my work as a dentist needs me to adopt, especially to get to those back teeth! There is nothing nicer than arriving to the calm and warmth of the centre after a week of work knowing that within an hour you will be feeling relaxed and supple once again. She also has a great sense of humour and is a dab hand at furniture making too.
Tony Hill
Dentist, Hobart
I feel with massage therapists you need to 'shop around' a little bit until you find one that really suits you - and I think Sandy Bay Massage Centre is the place to do that 'shopping around' - because you will definitely find the perfect therapist there, and the perfect type of massage to suit you. Apart from remedial massage, I have also tried cupping and Shiatsu, and even have had a meditation session with Lily - all have been fantastic. As a business, they are organised and respectful, and will do whatever they can to fit you in as soon as possible, even though they are in such high demand. They are close to town, and you can always get a park nearby. I have no hesitation at all in recommending Mandy and her team to anyone."
Melanie Irons,
Owner/Director of Booty
"Booty" is a local personal training business specialising in outdoor/indoor group fitness sessions, running and Pilates
The staff at Sandy Bay Massage Centre have provided me with consistent and quality massages for over the past two years. I see Johanna every fortnight and she is very responsive to me individual needs. She caters each treatment to my training schedule and assists with injury prevention and treatment. I now understand how important regular massage is in the overall maintenance of my body and I can now pencil in a new personal best time for my next marathon and feel confident I have a great support team around me to help achieve my goals. Whether it's 42.2 kilometers or your own personal marathon I highly recommend Johanna, Mandy and Sandy.
Angela Green
Secondary Sport Coordinator and
Head of Health and Wellbeing
Mount Carmel College
My therapist is highly proficient and she has a welcoming manner that puts me instantly at ease. This allows me to completely relax and unwind as she expertly manipulates tired and sore muscles. I thoroughly enjoy my massage sessions and look forward to my next one with anticipation.
Richard Kemp
Manager Corporate Travel
Andrew Jones travel
"A fortnightly massage at the Sandy Bay Massage Centre is a wonderful relaxing experience......no wait........ hang on....that would definitely be true if I was going to use all their wonderful relaxation and hot stone massages!!!! But I go in fortnightly for remedial massage. Certainly not relaxation but absolutely essential for anyone who either plays a lot of sport or spends a lot of time in front of the computer. As I do both, usually with the grace and co-ordination of an epileptic chicken, I set Johanna McDonald a new challenge every time I visit. Johanna takes this fortnightly set of problems in her stride and sets about fixing them. She is amazingly knowledgeable and strong. She is a good teacher as well and although I thought I left 'homework' many years behind me it's this sort of 'out-of-session' care that means my visits always lead to improvement.
And best of all they ALWAYS remind me the day before with a courtesy call that I have a session booked. One day I'll treat myself and go and do the 'nice' massages too......I promise."
Lyndal Mellefont
Microbiology Lecturer
University of Tasmania
The skilful therapists at the Sandy Bay Massage centre help me to stay active and injury free despite my training regime. No significant injuries in many years. Thanks team!
Maryanne Davis
Recreational Triathlete
Member of Australian Team for World Age Group Championships 2003, 2006, 2008 & 2009
I began attending Sandy Bay Massage Centre about four years ago and it is now somewhere I visit regularly. I am extremely fussy when it comes to massage or any body work for that matter and anyone that knows me knows I will only recommend therapists who are extremely good at what they do. To me, massage is an important part of my health regime that contributes to my wellbeing of just not my body, also my mind and soul. From the moment you walk through the door you are stepping into a professional peaceful calm environment. The health and wellness benefits are amazing. I highly recommend Sandy Bay Massage Centre and invite you to notice the incredible feeling you have when you are experiencing a massage of your choice for yourself. My favourites are shiatsu with Lisa and Ka Huna with Mandy and Alice. Ka Huna is something that I find hard to put into words. It is just the most magical experience that I enjoy soooo much and would have every day if I could. Yet no matter what massage I choose to have I walk out of there or should I say float out of there recharged, de-stressed, and extremely grateful for enhancing my wellbeing.
Tanya Murphy
Healthy Balance 201 Davey
201 Davey St
South Hobart Tasmania