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Level 5 MTI diploma in Sports, Remedial, Holistic Massage
John F Barnes MFR
Visceral Manipulation
British Wheel of Yoga Teacher Hello.
Welcome to my page! I am a Massage Practitioner and Cyclist. My first experience with massage occurred long ago in 2004 when I was hit by a car while I was riding my bicycle. I was thrown into the air and landed on my side. I hit my head pretty hard and suffered whiplash from the impact of the fall. I am thankful I was not injured as badly as I could have been. I saw a chiropractor about 3 days a week and received massage about twice a month for around 8 months. The trauma from this accident initially disrupted my life. However, massage helped ease the pain and stress caused by this event and I feel I avoided further neck and back problems because of the therapeutic benefits of massage. I began to pursue my dream of becoming a massage therapist in 2009 in the United States attending East West College of Healing Arts in Portland Oregon. I studied Swedish massage and kinesiology. I believe an understanding of the science of kinesiology is key to becoming a successful massage practitioner. In 2011 I moved to the United Kingdom, settling in Cardiff. I have since studied at Bristol College of Massage and Bodywork, graduating with a Diploma in Holistic Massage from the Massage Training Institute, which combined the study massage techniques, anatomy, pathology, and physiology. I am now the MTI regional representative for the Wales region. The discipline of Massage Therapy and my studies in it have changed my life and allowed me to reflect on my work, leaving me with the tools to help others. I have much to offer and I invite you to also enjoy the benefits of massage and to book an appointment today!
31/08/2026
16/08/2026
First big festival of the season!!!
Packing up for Womad 2026!!!
11/06/2026
I am grateful I have started my journey in myofascial training with the John F Barnes crew back in America.
My next trip home will be a work trip for sure, I have so much more to learn! Until then I have loads I can share with you now! I have be using this method for over 5 years and I have almost 20 years experience working as a massage therapist.
I offer Myofascial Release (MFR) from my studio in Cardiff Bay if you are wanting to book a session. There are many benefits from this work, it relieves chronic pain, improves flexibility, and straightens posture by melting away tissue tighness and encourages emotional release.
Get in touch if you want more information.
29/05/2026
Join us for our final Sunday Night Chill-Out Session of the season as we celebrate the beautiful artwork of Katie Smith 🎨✨
All proceeds from this event, along with any art sales, will be donated to Safer Wales Street Life Project 💚🧡🤎
📅 June 28th
🕕 6:00pm – 7:30ish
Expect an evening of:
✨ Slow Flow Yoga
✨ Art
✨ Cake
✨ Sharing Circle
Our theme for the evening is “New Beginnings” 🌱
I always associate summertime with sowing our seeds and truly embracing the now.✨
If the weather is beautifully hot (which would be delightful!), we’ll take our practice down to Mermaid Quay and have a mini picnic after. ☀️🌊
The booking link is on the website.
Love you all — see you there!!! 💛
21/05/2026
Join us for our final Sunday Night Chill-Out Session of the season as we celebrate the beautiful artwork of 🎨✨
All proceeds from this event, along with any art sales, will be donated to Street Life Project 💚🧡🤎
📅 June 28th
🕕 6:00pm – 7:30ish
Expect an evening of:
✨ Slow Flow Yoga
✨ Art
✨ Cake
✨ Sharing Circle
Our theme for the evening is “New Beginnings” 🌱
I always associate summertime with sowing our seeds and truly embracing the now.✨
If the weather is beautifully hot (which would be delightful!), we’ll take our practice down to Mermaid Quay and have a mini picnic after. ☀️🌊
The booking link is on the website.
Love you all — see you there!!! 💛
07/04/2026
Just a snap from my cousins dairy farm in Southern Minnesota. I fly back to the UK next week. If you would like an appointment DM me or book online. I am back in the clinic April 13th.
Classes will resume from then...
Wednesdays 1230-130 for yoga all abilites
Sundays (2 per month) 6pm- 730 (slow flow chillout)
I also teach at David Lloyds
Friday 8am / 935
Saturaday 1135
26/02/2026
Join us on Sunday April 19th for a blissful 90-minute Yin/Yang workshop at the Newton Institute in Porthcawl! 🧘✨
We’re bringing together the best of both worlds to leave you feeling absolutely incredible:
FIRE IT UP: We’ll start with a warming asana flow to wake up your muscles and get that energy moving.
COOL IT DOWN: Then, we’ll melt into deep, restorative Yin poses to soothe your soul and stretch it all out.
DON'T FORGET TO BREATHE: Explore the magic of pranayama. This breathwork will clear your head and help you find your sweet spot.
We have comfy mats, bolsters, blocks, and straps—just bring yourself and a smile.
All abilities are welcome.
£15 for the session. You must book via the website.
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| Saturday | 9am - 1pm |
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