John Rides Sports Massage Therapy

29/04/2026

Today marks 10 years since I left Avon Fire and Rescue Service. I loved that career but I’m glad my story didn’t end there.

I’m now in my ninth year as a soft tissue therapist and I’m loving this too.
I searched for a catchy line to sum up my journey and came up with this “When one door closes and another door opens… you’re probably in prison”

Seems like an odd motivational quote but that’s the best google could manage…
(Back row second from left, aged 13 3/4) 😉

26/04/2026

Good luck to my client S running the London marathon today. After having her knee kicked by a horse a year ago I genuinely didn’t think she’d make the start line.
A fantastic achievement already, Good luck, you’ve got this!

25/04/2026

I’m just getting over a couple of weeks of back ache so thought it was time for a ride in the woods.

Arriving home with a smile on my face, I don’t think I’ve ever got back from a ride feeling worse than when I started.

Movement is (more often than not) our friend. What are you doing today to stay supple and put a smile on your face?

23/04/2026

First aid updated 👍
Thanks to Neil Stradling at FirePro Risk management and training Ltd.
The course wasn’t difficult but getting up after lying in the recovery position was harder than it used to be 😆
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20/04/2026

Hope you’ve all enjoyed the Easter break.
Sorry if you’ve missed my availability sheets, March was the busiest month I’ve ever had so I didn’t need to share them!
I’ve got space for just four more this week so give me a shout if any of these options float your boat 👍

17/03/2026

Putting my best foot forward! Had a really in-depth movement analysis this morning to see how my foot moves while running. The very friendly and knowledgeable Jamie at Kinisi Run Hub on East Street Bedminster put me through my paces.

Using heat sensitive pressure pads on the in-store run track helped establish that I’m, as suspected, spectacularly average 😆. No over, or under pronation, balance was fairly equal, arches a little low but there’s still a spring in my step.

If you want to get yourself the right running shoes, or running attire, get yourself booked in with Jamie, if you buy your shoes with him the assessment is free.
Kinisi Run Hub
Thanks Jamie 🙏

06/03/2026

If any of my biking buddies / clients need a Bike carrier…check out Timo’s page, based here in Long Ashton.

Here's a little comparison table for my bike boxes that are available to rent. Any questions please ask.

22/02/2026

Ironwood Challenge ‘26. I’m down at the Long Ashton Community centre for the next couple of hours. Come and say hello if you’d like to know more about what I can offer.

01/02/2026

February already? Typically the busiest month of the year for me on the massage therapy front.
I’m not 100% sure why but my guess is…
a) Lots of events in the spring and the training and therapy starts to increase.
b) New Year’s resolutions have finally broken folk.
c) Christmas is almost paid for!

Already half full this week so don’t leave it till the last minute.
Options available…
Monday, Closed.
Tuesday, edited now full
Wednesday, 3 spaces
Thursday, 2 spaces
Friday, Full.

25/01/2026

I don’t work weekends but I do answer messages. Good job really, I’ve taken four bookings today for this coming week!

Monday now full but space for five more appointments through the rest of the week. 👍

18/01/2026

How are the New Year’s Resolutions coming on 💪?

Make sure you gently stretch any muscles after you’ve worked them. This can help to retain your range of movement and prevent injury.

Here’s this week’s schedule. Plenty of options but I only have capacity for six more bookings.

11/01/2026

Here’s this week’s availability. It looks like a lot but as I only do three a day I’ve only got capacity for six more bookings.
Wednesday is full already and just one available for Thursday.

You may well have sports events booked in the calendar but have you got your massage therapy sorted?