Alexandra Brookes Injury Management and Pilates

I have experienced full body sports massage and reflexology from Alex and the results are amazing. I don't know how she does it but she always manages to find the knots even if I don't think I have any! Her attention to detail is second to none and she listens to what I feel needs to be worked on as well as using her professional judgement and expertise. I really notice how my flexibility improves following treatment. I have felt comfortable with Alex from the off which is a real credit to her ability in making you feel at ease. Alex was recommended to me by my fitness instructor and likewise I too would recommend her to anyone in need of her services.

I've attended both of Alex's recent workshops and I can't recommend them highly enough. It is obvious that Alex puts a great deal of thought and effort into her planning and the mix of sessions makes for a very interesting day. Alex is very professional, extremely knowledgeable and very kind and friendly to boot. She was helped by her lovely assistant - her mum. Saturday's workshop included Pilates and self reflexology with Alex, yoga with Alison, life coaching and meditation with Leanne. I learnt so much, had great fun and made new friends! Breakfast, lunch and afternoon tea were provided by the team at 80/20 - it was all healthy and delicious and included in the cost of the workshop. Water and herbal teas were available all day in the studio. Everything needed was provided by Alex (she suggests you bring a blanket for relaxation/meditation sessions). We even received a thoughtful goody bag at the end of the day! Thank you so much Alex and team and I'm really looking forward to the next workshop.

I attended the Summer workshop this Saturday with my sister at Alex's studio and we were not disappointed. Despite being nervous that it was only my second full day away from my newborn, I loved every single minute of the workshop and really valued the time it gave me just for myself in the recent months of newborn chaos and lack of sleep! Each of the sessions from life coaching to yoga, pilates then self reflexology were both thoroughly enjoyable whilst providing the opportunity to for some much needed mindfulness and reconnection with myself. From the minute we got in there to the minute we left every need was catered for by either Alex or her Mum, it was the perfect day that I didn't quite know that I needed. Hopefully I am able to attend the winter workshop before returning to work from my maternity leave and being enveloped back into a busy schedule. Thank you, Alex!

I had never done Pilates before but had heard about the benefits several times. It's not something I'd normally do to be honest. However, after talking with Alex I decided to give it a go with the taster session. Honestly, it's been amazing. After only a few sessions (coupled with massages from Alex too) my back ache has gone and I am seeing some toning which I never thought possible!! (I'm not a gym person so I'm made up!!) The reformer table is really good. It looks terrifying (as a newbie) but it's incredible how the smallest of movements can have such an effect. I'm also now able to keep my legs straight and touch the floor. Not been able to do that since I was a kid!!! If you've never tried Pilates before, give it a go here. Alex explains everything and offers some great advice. She also doesn't judge when you ask daft questions... or need the move repeating several times!!! I'd definitely recommend it. I'm travelling from South Manchester for the sessions and it's well worth it.

My wife and I have been going to Alex for sports injury massage for many years and she has worked wonders for both of us, both in treating injuries and managing long term conditions. Her knowledge base is superb and her ability to accurately assess and treat the underlying causes of pain and discomfort is exceptional - having played rugby for 20 years I have attended many physiotherapists and Alex is the best by far. Recently we have started attending one of her pilates classes and they have been brilliant. Alex is so knowledgeable and enthusiastic, she makes each class highly enjoyable. Small group sizes mean that each person is given personal time to ensure that the exercises are done properly for maximum benefit. After just a few weeks we have both noticed marked improvements in our core strength and overall flexibility with significantly less aches and pains. I can't recommend this highly enough.