Thrive Sports Therapy

Fantastic experience: I first went to Thrive Sports Therapy seeking treatment for my terrible neck and shoulders tension, ended up booking regular weekly sessions for more than a year now. It's a perfect combination of any kind of treatment the staff see fit at the moment and some me time - always a highlight in my week. Highly recommended!

Fantastic experience: Annabel was amazing - she really knows what she is doing and is very professional! Would highly recommend and I look forward to going back :)

Fantastic experience: Amazing place. My partner started going in for massages and it helped her a lot with her shoulder's tension and headaches. Recenyl I started going as well for my terrible posture and constantly stiff neck and shoulders. Very recommended

Fantastic experience: I started seeing Annabel about a year ago with a knee problem that was affecting my running. After a few weeks the knee was fine but I realised the incredible benefits of regular massage for other old injuries, stress and my general well-being. Annabel really understands what she is doing and is throughly professional. More recently I have been getting regular dry needling treatments and the effects are incredible. I highly recommend the dry needling.

Fantastic experience: Great therapist and PT. Really can’t thank Annabel enough for her help, and sharing in the ownership of my injury rehab (several!) and chronic lower back pain management. Always so professional and is genuinely caring.

Fantastic experience: Michelle is awesome! This is a highly professional clinic offering sports massage and physiotherapy, in a really cool, central CBD historic building. I’ve been having sports massage for various back and neck injuries for a year or more with Michelle who is actually a qualified physiotherapist in Brazil and so really knows her anatomy and physiology and how the muscle groups are connected, and the appropriate technique etc. Excellent results for muscular sprains and injuries and also good for regular maintenance massage to keep the built up tension in check before they lead to pain.

Fantastic experience: The team at Thrive Sports Therapy have been awesome. They have helped me to recover quickly from two major injuries and still play a big role in my ongoing body maintenance. If you want a massage from professionals that knows the body at a deeper level then you've found the right place. Thanks Annabel and team!

Fantastic experience: I have been visiting Annabel to help with back and shoulder pain since having my first child and I have noticed such a huge improvement. Annabel is friendly, professional and clearly an expert in her field. Highly recommend!

Fantastic experience: Annabel has kept me physically functioning (even thriving!) through training, work stress, injuries, whatever is going on. She tailors the therapy to exactly what you need. Could not recommend her highly enough.

Fantastic experience: Annabel is amazing! I've been getting a regular sports massage from her for years (too many to count) and I genuinely believe that this has kept my body in check and injury-free despite all the crazy adventures I ask of it. Annabel knows my body much better than I do and changes up the sessions to focus on different areas to ease any potential niggles before they become issues. 100% recommend Thrive Sports Therapy!

Fantastic experience: I have been going to Annabel for a number of years now, having been highly recommended by a family friend. As someone who suffers from cervical spondylosis, the expert treatment at Thrive is one of the few things that help to alleviate my pain and discomfort. I feel that I am in such expert hands, not only because Annabel is incredibly skilled and knowledgable, but also because she takes the time to listen to my concerns and tailors each session to my specific needs. I leave every appointment feeling more mobile, less in pain, and genuinely cared for. Thank you to both Annabel and Michelle, (whom I have had a couple of times during Annabel’s absence), for helping me as much as you do. Highly recommend!

Fantastic experience: Im in my mid 40's & have had lower back issues for sometime, a close friend recommended a session with Annabel at Thrive Sports Therapy & I can honestly say it's been quite a journey. Annabel's friendly professionalism & personal approach makes these sessions something to look forward to after a busy week! I highly recommend Annabel & her team at Thrive.

Fantastic experience: I have been getting massages from Annabel for a few years now. Excellent massages and she is particularly good at tailoring sessions to deal with injuries or niggles. Would highly recommend. Duncan

Fantastic experience: I’ve been seeing Michelle fortnightly for a deep tissue massage to help with neck and shoulder pain for a few months now and every session is excellent. Her friendly approach puts me at ease immediately. Highly recommend!

Fantastic experience: I’ve been a client of Thrive for a long time, and they are hands down the best massage therapists I’ve ever been to. The loveliest team and so skilled at what they do - I’d recommend them to anyone!

Fantastic experience: Phenomenal massages! I have been seeing Annabelle for a couple of years now, for both chronic and acute back and shoulder pain. It has been an absolute game changer for me. Not only is Annabelle amazing at her job, she is incredibly friendly and personable and has recommended other professionals to me who have been able to even further help with my pain and discomfort. I have recently had massages from Michelle at Thrive who is also fabulous. These ladies get booked up really fast so I always make sure I book in advance so I don't miss out.

Fantastic experience: I’ve seen Annabel for a number of years for various niggles and rehab following major surgery. Her deep understanding of human biomechanics has resolved some tricky issues. I always feel relaxed and pain free after an hour with Annabel! More recently, I’ve started to see Michelle for the best lymphatic drainage massage in Auckland. Would highly recommend!

Fantastic experience: I have been seeing Annabel for more than a year now and I just can't stop! She was recommended by a friend, and since my first appointment I could feel the difference and how amazing she is. In the beginning the treatment was more sport related, but now that I'm pregnant (third trimester) I'm still going to see her to help me managing some normal pain (no sciatic pain!!!). I would totally recommend her for anything you need.

Fantastic experience: Both Annabel and Michelle are experts in their field. They both care deeply about the wellbeing of their clients and I would highly recommend them to anyone looking to take care of their body.

Fantastic experience: I’ve had massage with Annabel for a number of years. She’s an excellent massage therapist that has addressed a number of issues for me & generally just keeps me going. I’ve had the pleasure of massage with Michelle too and she takes after Annabel, brilliant therapist. I’ll never leave!

Fantastic experience: I have seen both Michelle and Annabel for various niggles - mostly my neck/shoulders - and can highly recommend both. I always find the treatment very effective and aim to see them regularly. I also have full confidence referring my physiotherapy clients to them if they are needing extra soft tissue work to help with their rehab, and the feedback is overwhelmingly positive.

Fantastic experience: I would highly recommend Annabel to any of my friends and family. If possible book well in advance on her site, she’s busy but you won’t be disappointed

Fantastic experience: Annable is the best out there. She is highly knowledgeable, thorough and great to work with. I had a shoulder pain for months and Annabel was the only one able to get rid of it. Working with her on the tension built up on the back and her deep tissue sessions helped me recovered 100%. I do regular visits now as this has help recover with ease from my intense fitness routines. Actually, I have seen improvements in my energy output. I can’t write enough good things about Annabel, she is just that amazing.

Fantastic experience: Annabelle is the only person I allow to touch my back. I have scoliosis from a young age and I have seen many "back" people to help. I am in my 40s and Annabelle is the only one that has EVER relieved my pain & when I leave, I feel relief. Annabelle is also very kind and personable. Keep your apts regular, or you will miss out!

Fantastic experience: Annabel is the best in the business. She has looked after me for a number of years and is an expert at tailoring her sessions to where my muscles need it the most. She is skilled at both ironing out sore shoulder and neck muscles from bad posture at work, or keeping my tired legs in shape after hard weeks of exercise. I highly recommend Annabel.

Fantastic experience: Annabel is truly an expert in her field. She has a thorough understanding of how the body works, and how to improve any aches and pains to allow you to continue to live your best life. Annabel has kept me active and participating in my favourite sports & activities, and she plays a huge part in limiting my frequent migraines from neck tension. She really cares about the wellbeing of her clients, I can't recommend her highly enough.

Fantastic experience: Annabel is absolutely fantastic! Best massage therapist AND personal trainer. I highly recommend her, but please don't take all the bookings

Fantastic experience: I've been seeing Annabel regularly for a few years now. She is the most amazing massage therapist who knows exactly what she's doing! She's made such a huge difference in my life by alleviating pains that I never expected would get better. I've recommended many of my friends to Annabel and all of them have had great results! So if you're still thinking about it and comparing massage therapists, stop and just do yourself a favour and go see Annabel!

Fantastic experience: Annabel's hand are magic. I have been seeing Annabel now for a few years and she is the only massage therapist, that in my experience, has offered immediate and long lasting relief from aches and pains. Yes I said it - long lasting. Annabel's knowledge of the human skeletal system is extensive; point to a bone, muscle, ligament, tendon and she will know it! It's amazing. She works on the body system as a whole to alleviate areas of concern, considering everything is connected. This approach to her work makes her very successful as she looks at how the body is functioning on the whole, not just the sore spot. Annabel has a lovely way about her. Very professional and someone you can feel comfortable around. Thanks Annabel for helping me through my aches and pains. You're a gem!

Fantastic experience: Annabel is one in a million. I couldn’t recommend her highly enough. Annabel has made incredible progress on what has been a niggle and tightness I’ve had as long as I can remember. The benefits of regular massage are amazing and help to combat the physical symptoms of day to day stress. If you get the chance to book in, don’t hesitate!

Fantastic experience: Annabel is the perfect professional and hides her eye rolls expertly when you explain how you have broken, sprained, twisted or pulled a muscle doing a heroic herculean feat on the sports field; when she knows full well you actually hurt yourself falling asleep awkwardly from binge watching Below Deck while nailing a tub of ice-cream. I wish I could find a single good reason not to recommend Annabel, as then we could have her all to ourselves . So look no further unless you are looking for a terrible massage, otherwise book Annabel and you won’t regret it, but please don’t tell anyone else!

Fantastic experience: I have been a regular with Annabel for the last couple of years. Annabel is very professional, friendly, and caring. Her work helps my body deal with regular gym visits, and running, cycling etc.