Hello, I’m Jo a qualified advanced massage therapist, and yoga instructor based at Yurt in the City, Cardiff, UK.
I help others recognise and release held tension in the body to allow them to live a more fulfilling life.
As an Advanced Clinical and Sports Massage Therapist, training internationally and qualifying at the Jing Institute of Advanced Massage and Complementary Medicine, I use a fusion of techniques learnt from the East and West, combining mindful deep tissue work, trigger point therapy, soft
tissue therapy, myofascial release, acupressure and assisted stretching. My extensive and ongoing training specialises in the effective treatment of soft tissue injuries and chronic muscular pain conditions.
Holistically treating the mind, body and soul I offer a unique outcome based approach using the biopsychsocial model of pain to support you, your lifestyle and emotional well-being.
Professionally practising for the past four years, I have recently moved into the beautiful space that is Yurt in the city every Tuesday. I look forward to growing my client base in Cardiff and the surrounding areas.
I’m available for individual, couple, group and event bookings and offer discounts on block bookings.
Advanced Clinical Massage
For anyone experiencing chronic or acute pain, a weekly/fortnightly treatment plan applying the Jing Method™ for chronic pain
Combining the use of;
- Hot stones
- Myofascial release
- Deep tissue massage
- Soft tissue therapy
- Acupressure
- Assisted stretching
Aftercare advise
to help alleviate or rid chronic pain; within 1 – 6 weekly/fortnightly/monthly clinical sessions.
The time between sessions is lengthened once a reduction in pain and/or an increase in mobility has been achieved.
It’s then recommended to keep up a monthly maintenance massage, however everyone is welcome to book as often as they like after the initial 6 week plan.
Allow 2 hours for the initial treatment and week 3’s treatment, for a free consultation, a clinical assessment of your range of motion and orthopaedic testing when necessary to check your progress.
Prices
1.5 hours £90
Block booking savings (t&c’s)
Block of 6 x 90 min treatments £500
Sports massage
Put simply is a range of massage techniques, soft tissue therapy and theoretical principles that are employed to help anyone engaged in sporting (or non sporting) activities. Training at both the Sports Massage Academy and the Jing Institute of Complimentary Medicine, I am qualified to level 5 standards and use various tools such as cupping and tapping when necessary.
Primary aims/concerns of sports massage treatment:
- Enhance performance
- Sustain high levels of performance
- Prevent injury
- Recovery from injury
- Recover after competition
- Embodiment
- Increased self-awareness
- Improve flexibility
- Improve proprioception
Prices
30 mins £45
1 hour £70
Relaxation Massage (Swedish/deep tissue)
Stress is the number one cause of disease in the body. A regular massage can support your emotional well being before illness or injury occurs.
Tailored to what brings calmness to your nervous system, the treatment is a fusion of my training in both the East and West, working along meridian lines and acupressure points, I create space within the tissues, unblock stagnation, encourage energy to flow and help the nervous system rest.
Prices
1 hour £60
1.5 hours £80
2 hours £100
CBD massage
CBD is known to reduce pain, inflammation, stress and anxiety, improve sleep and overall wellbeing.
Incorporated into a massage the CBD oil absorbs through the skin and binds to the millions of endocannabinoid receptors in our system, promoting relaxation to the nervous system without any psychoactive effects. It’s perfect for chronic pain sufferers or anyone seeking relaxation.
Prices
1.5 hours £90
2 hours £110
Pregnancy Massage
The female body changes during each stage of pregnancy, it’s a lovely time to slow down and receive a massage to support these changes. A massage can help expecting parents to bond with their unborn child whilst pain is eased and relaxation promoted to the nervous system, preparing for birth using massage and breath work.
Prices
1 hour £60
1.5 hours £80
2 hours £100
Oncology Massage
A massage is no longer contraindicated for anyone that has a history of or is undergoing treatment for cancer if the therapist is fully trained and the treatment is deemed suitable by the oncology team. Gaining my qualification in oncology massage with Susan Findlay who is an industry leader and is bridging the gap between conventional and complimentary healthcare, I have adapted a very mindful touch.
Research has demonstrated that massage can offer numerous benefits that will help to improve a client’s journey back to health, diminish the side effects of treatment and offer comfort to those suffering from end stage cancer.
Prices
30 mins £40
1 hour £60
1.5 hours £80
Natural facelift deep tissue massage
The Natural Face Lift Massage is the perfect treatment to rejuvenate, relax and lift neck and face muscles.
Training with Nataliya Robinson — ‘The Skin Whisperer’ this is a high end treatment of the upper body. A variety of massage techniques are used to gently lift and relax neck, shoulder and facial muscles without the need for needles or fillers.
Prices
1.5 Hour £150
Yoga
Training for over 500 hours at Kranti School of Yoga in India, I will be inviting my clients to join me in a union of body and breath by moving our bodies in time with our breath to promote relaxation, build strength, mental clarity and improve flexibility.
Prices
£10 per class
£25 per workshop
Words from Jo
“You don’t need to have a physical injury to benefit from massage therapy. I passionately believe that trauma is stored in the body not the mind and that’s what drew me to this beautiful and underused industry in the first place.
I am very proud to be able to offer a fantastic service to the community.”
CONTACT
- Yurt In The City Williams Way, Curran Embankment, Cardiff CF10 5DY
- johillistic@gmail.com
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- Jo Hillistic Website
- Link Tree
If finances are an issue for you right now, drop me a message for a non judgmental conversation.
If you are in financial abundance, I welcome pay it forward donations for those less fortunate right now.
Body work should be available to everyone and I welcome a supportive community here.
Customers reviews
"Very friendly and knowledgeable. I have booked every month since my first visit. Jo really knows her stuff and works with people and their ailments. Couldn't recommend it enough"
All therapists at Yurt in the City work on a self employed basis. Please contact them directly to book in.
If you need to cancel or reschedule your appointment, we kindly ask that you give us 24hrs notice so we have time to schedule another client. Otherwise you may be charged for the session.
Your therapist will wait for you for 15 mins after which they may assume you are not coming and leave the yurt.
