Balance Physiotherapy

19/05/2026

13/05/2026

Meet Emilia – one of our 2026 sponsorship recipients

Emilia is a Year 12 student at St Andrew’s College, competing in basketball at school level as well as representing at a higher level in New Zealand.

She plays for the Mainland Pouākai and was also selected in the NZ U16 team for the Women’s Asia Cup last year — an incredible achievement and a reflection of her hard work and dedication to the sport.

With goals of continuing to represent New Zealand on the world stage, Emilia is committed to pushing herself and growing as an athlete.

At Balance Physiotherapy, we’re proud to support athletes like Emilia, helping them stay strong, recover well, and perform at their best throughout the season.

We’re excited to be part of your journey, Emilia 🏀

07/05/2026

21 years of Balance Physiotherapy

This week marks 21 years since Balance Physiotherapy began.

Back in 2005, Sharada started her very first school clinic... just her.
From those early days to now, Balance Physiotherapy has grown to support 9 schools across Christchurch, with a team of 9 staff continuing that same passion and commitment.

Over the years, the focus has always stayed the same, helping young people recover, perform, and achieve their goals.

Thank you to everyone who has been part of the journey over the past 21 years!

https://www.balancephysio.co.nz/

04/05/2026

Such a great initiative. 👏👏👏

This May, we're thinking about our rangatahi.

Whānau have always known. Teachers have always seen it. Communities have always felt the weight of a young person who is struggling — quietly, invisibly, often alone.

What's been missing isn't the love. It's the place.

The Lighthouse Trust is creating Te Whare Rama Pods. Which are calm, biophilic spaces designed specifically for schools, where rangatahi can pause, breathe, and return to their day feeling like themselves again.

Our pilot pod opens at St Thomas' of Canterbury College, this August — and we believe it's the first of its kind not just in Aotearoa, but anywhere in the world.

This Mental Health Awareness Month, here's how you can help:
💚 Share this post and help us reach the schools, whānau, and communities who need to know this exists
💚 Get in touch to find out how you can support us
💚 Believe it's possible — because one young person finding calm in the middle of a hard day is how change begins

We're standing in the light for our rangatahi. Will you stand with us?

04/05/2026

Awesome result for Christchurch Boys’ High School 1st XV

A huge congratulations to the CBHS 1st XV on their 28–22 win over Southland Boys’ High School in their opening match of the season.
A hard-fought game from both sides, with great skill, resilience, and determination on display.

We’re proud to support young athletes across Christchurch and love seeing teams kick off their season strong.

Well done to everyone involved 👏

27/04/2026

Meet Jacob – one of our 2026 sponsorship recipients

Jacob is a middle-distance and cross-country runner representing Shirley Boys’ High School and Christchurch Avon.
Earlier this season, Jacob faced a major setback, breaking three metatarsals in his foot. Since then, he’s been working hard on his recovery, showing patience, resilience, and determination every step of the way.
His goal is to return to full strength and get back to competing at a regional and national level.

At Balance Physiotherapy, we’re proud to support athletes like Jacob through every stage of their journey, not just performance, but recovery too.

We’re excited to be part of your comeback, Jacob 🏃‍♂️

22/04/2026

Meet Lucas – one of our 2026 sponsorship recipients

Lucas is a Year 12 student at Christchurch Boys’ High School from North Canterbury, and competes as a Level 8 Men’s Artistic Gymnast with Affinity Gymnastics Rolleston.

A pommel horse champion, Lucas brings skill, strength, and dedication to a sport that demands a huge amount from the body.

Balance Physiotherapy has been a fantastic support for Lucas since he started at Christchurch Boys’ High School, especially with the injuries that can come with competitive gymnastics.

We’re proud to support young athletes like Lucas as they continue to train, recover, and perform at their best.

Thank you, Lucas, and all the best for the season ahead

14/04/2026

Ben is a student at St Andrew’s College, playing in the Senior 8s basketball team and continuing to develop his game this season.

With goals of stepping onto the court for the Rams and working towards selection in the Canterbury A’s, Ben is focused on improving his performance and pushing himself to the next level.

At Balance Physiotherapy, we’re proud to support athletes like Ben — helping them stay strong, recover well, and perform at their best throughout the season.

We’re excited to be part of your journey, Ben 🏀

08/04/2026

Meet Thomas – one of our 2026 sponsorship recipients!

Thomas is a passionate golfer from Christ’s College, and was named 2005 NZ Young Golfer of the Year, an incredible achievement that reflects his dedication and talent in the sport.

He currently represents South Canterbury at the highest level of men’s provincial golf, alongside the U19 team, and has his sights set on one day competing on the PGA Tour.

At Balance Physiotherapy, we’re proud to support athletes like Thomas, helping keep their bodies performing at their best, supporting recovery, and building a deeper understanding of how their bodies move.

We’re excited to be part of your journey, Thomas ⛳️

02/05/2025

Celebrating 20 years of Balance Physiotherapy!

Grateful for all the team who have contributed along the way
Thankful for all the amazing athletes we have had the pleasure to help along the way. Keep reaching for the stars!