Barefoot Physio

28/08/2025

Hello to all our new followers! 👋💚
Here’s a little intro for those new to our page (and a refresher for our lovely existing clients) to share who we are and what we’re about.

I’m Fran, and together with my husband James, we run Barefoot Physio, a family-run business we started back in 2013. What began as a one-person practice has grown over the years into a wonderful team of like-minded professionals, each bringing their passion and expertise to everything we do.

Our mission has always been to deliver care that is evidence-based, compassionate, and truly tailored to you - never just “adequate,” always striving for optimal outcomes.

Today, we’re proud to offer:
💚 Physiotherapy (including specialist Women’s & Men’s Health)
💚 Massage therapy
💚 Personal Training & Movement Coaching
💚 VO₂ Max Testing
💚 Bike-Fit & Running Gait Analysis
💚 Group cardio classes

Running a small business isn’t always easy, but every day we feel humbled and grateful for the incredible support of our community. Because of you, our dream of providing gold-standard, expert services right here in Devon has become a reality.

Here are a few photos of our lovely clinic and team ✨
If you have any questions or just want to say hi, we’re always happy to help!

11/08/2025

At Barefoot, we do things a little differently.

That’s why training with Michael is fully flexible: every session can be used for Movement Coaching, Massage, or Stretch & Relax—in whatever mix works best for you.

Session packs: 4, 8, or 12 sessions.

Change the focus each time:
- Split a session: 30 min strength & mobility + 30 min massage
- Start with Stretch & Relax, then move into training
- Or keep it simple: a full session of coaching, massage, or stretch

Everything is tailored to your goals and how you feel on the day.

Curious? Book a free taster to chat through what would work best for you.
https://thebarefootphysio.selectandbook.com/c/search-results.aspx?appid=150802&date=2025-08-11&location=5944&resource=33881

Questions? Drop us a message.

30/06/2025

New at the clinic: Stretch + Relax
A hands-on session designed to help you feel looser, freer, and more at home in your body.

We combine guided stretching, gentle movement, and relaxation techniques to release tension, improve mobility, and support recovery.

It’s a blend of passive and active work — sometimes you’ll fully relax, other times we’ll guide you to move with light engagement and control.

Perfect if you’re feeling stiff, sore, or just need a reset.

Send us a message if you’d like to give it a try.

Find out more by clicking the link - https://thebarefootphysio.com/services/stretchrelax/

18/06/2025

We’re on the lookout for a passionate Physiotherapist to join our team!

We're looking for an experienced Physiotherapist with a passion for making a positive impact on people's lives.

If you have a genuine passion for helping people get pain-free and back to doing what they love, and want to offer gold standard care without compromise then we’d love to hear from you.

Apply online:
https://uk.indeed.com/job/musculoskeletal-physiotherapist-03331ea4cd24d89e

26/05/2025

Yoga and puppies 🐶

Need I say more! 💚

19/05/2025

We wanted to share Michal’s recent achievement of hiking 100km in aid of The British Heart Foundation, which he completed yesterday.
We’re really proud of Michal for putting himself out there and smashing his target.

If you would like to still donate to The British Heart Foundation you can do so by clicking on the link below.
https://www.justgiving.com/page/movemoretohelpothers?utm_medium=FR&utm_source=CL&utm_campaign=015

14/05/2025

Did you know we offer a unique approach to Personal Training? 🏋️‍♂️

Movement Coaching is about more than just random exercise. It’s a personalised blend of strength, flexibility, and functional movement—designed to help you move better, feel stronger, and build confidence in your body.

🎥 Watch the video to learn more:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eyqNnklWe5s&t=8s

Curious to try it out?
Book your free taster session here: https://shorturl.at/SFtlF

Or learn more about the service: https://thebarefootphysio.com/services/movement-coaching/

Movement coaching is about helping you move better, feel stronger, and build confidence in your body.It’s more than just random exercise — it’s a personalize...

12/05/2025

May is Mental Health Awareness Month
At Barefoot Physio, we believe massage is about more than just easing tight muscles.

It’s a space to pause.
To feel cared for.
To reconnect with your body.
To release what you’ve been holding — physically and emotionally.

Research shows that massage can reduce stress hormones, support better sleep, and activate the parasympathetic nervous system — helping the body shift out of fight-or-flight.

So whether you’re navigating anxiety, burnout, or simply need a moment of calm, massage can be a powerful part of your self-care.

Book in with one of our expert massage therapists this May and prioritise your mental wellbeing.

Book online: https://thebarefootphysio.selectandbook.com/search-results.aspx?appid=121853&date=2025-05-12&location=5944

07/05/2025

We want to say a huge thank you to Serena at calmwaterscounselling for the brilliant training and insights she recently brought to our team at Barefoot Physio.

As part of her placement from Iron Mill College, Serena delivered CPD sessions and supported personal development planning with a focus on trauma, neurodiversity, and mental health. Her professionalism and clarity sparked valuable conversations and deepened our team’s understanding of the psychological factors that influence physical health.

Her background in counselling brought a fresh, integrated perspective to our clinic—helping us grow as a trauma-informed, client-centred team.

If you’re a healthcare professional or clinic leader considering how to better support your team and clients through psychological education—Serena’s work is a fantastic example of cross-disciplinary impact. We can’t recommend her highly enough.

01/05/2025

Calling all Physios & Clinicians interested in Men’s Health!

We’re excited to be hosting Gerard Greene’s Men’s Health Physiotherapy Course at Barefoot Physio Exeter on 5–6 July 2025.

This highly regarded hybrid course is designed to upskill clinicians in:
• The assessment & management of male pelvic health conditions
• External pelvic floor techniques
• Issues like pelvic pain, post-prostatectomy rehab, erectile dysfunction, climacturia & more

Ideal for physios from MSK, women’s health, and sports backgrounds looking to confidently support male pelvic health patients or build a new service.

Limited spaces (14–16 participants) for maximum hands-on interaction and supervision.

Location: Barefoot Physio, Exeter EX4 2RE
Pre-course content provided 4 weeks before
Tickets & full info:
https://www.tickettailor.com/events/greeneseminars/1617000

Gerard Greene
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13/04/2025

Progress that changes lives

At Barefoot Physio, we’re here to help you return to the activities you love — pain-free, confident, and supported every step of the way.

Deana’s journey back to full health is nothing short of inspiring. After 6 months of working with our team, she’s regained her strength, movement, and most importantly — her joy.

Ready to start your journey?
Get in touch with us today.

21/08/2024

A reminder of what the Exeter clinic looked like when we first moved in and all of the changes and hard work we’ve made to make it what it is today.