Welcome to NZBMA,
Your functional movement experts, established in 2016 by the mother & son duo, Dawn & Wayne Armour. Who seek to offer services that move beyond conventional thinking & traditional soft tissue manual therapy approaches & massage techniques. NZBMA’s ethos is grounded in the power of obtaining full functional dynamic mobility, free of discomfort or fascial movement restrictions. Dawn and Wayne achieve this through education, practical use of manual tools, content resources & establishing sustainable homecare. Aiming to support your growth toward self-reliance & self-maintenance, targeting overall well-being. NZBMA is built to advocate for diversity, endorse inclusion & support Ōtautahi Christchurch community wherever possible. Check out NZBMA Services, learn more about Dawn & Wayne here, T&C’s or checkout Helpful Resources available.
Our Unique Services
NZBMA offers a distinctive range of services tailored to your needs:
Sport Flush Massage: 45-min at $75
Remedial Massage: 45-min at $85 | 90-min at $150
NZBMA’s Body Mechanic Treatment: 45-min at $85 | 90-min at $180
All treatments blend evidence-based soft tissue massage techniques & manual therapy best practices. Dawn & Wayne’s approaches emphasise practical strategies & solutions to relieve discomfort, restore mobility, increase functional range of motion & support long-term outcomes over short-sighted symptom "fixes." NZBMA is committed to providing budget-friendly services that align with your dynamic lifestyle, nurturing autonomy & accountability through a tailored approach to your body’s needs. Read more here.
The ‘Body Mechanic’ Difference
Think of your body as a high-performance car, fuelled by coffee, questionable posture & good intentions. The Body Mechanic approach isn’t about quick fixes. It equips you with the tools, insight & care to manage your own maintenance & prevent breakdowns. This is lasting support, not a temporary patch. Read more here.
I Don’t Think Straight (IDTS) Connect
Wellbeing extends beyond muscles. Our peer-led IDTS Connect sessions, facilitated by Dawn & Wayne, create a safe space for shared lived experiences. These sessions are designed for sporting individuals, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, neurodiverse individuals & culturally diverse adults in Ōtautahi Christchurch. This is not clinical therapy or a replacement for it; it’s about connection through storytelling, building a sense of belonging & feeling seen without pressure or clinical jargon. Read more here.
Why NZBMA?
Dawn & Wayne, a mother & son duo, now call Ōtautahi Christchurch home after spending most of their lives in Australia. Their small family business is a unique privilege they cherish daily. Since its inception in 2016, NZBMA has advocated for those overlooked by mainstream systems, offering services outside conventional models. Shinning a bright light for sporting individuals, LGBTQIA+, Māori, Pasifika, neurodiverse people, elite athletes, tradespeople, parents, weekend warriors & inactive individuals (everyone is welcome). Whether through hands-on treatments, shared lived experiences or clinically backed resources, Dawn & Wayne are dedicated to making wellness accessible to all, not a luxury reserved for a few.
