Meet the Team

Nicky is the Founder and Director of Xhilarate Office Massage.

She originally trained at Chichester College of Arts, Science and Technology where she graduated as highest placed student in June 1999 with a BTEC HND in Beauty Therapy. Prior to launching Xhilarate, Nicky was Senior Therapist at The Spa at County Hall before going on to manage the esteemed and exclusive Chelsea Club Spa for Chelsea Football Club for a further 7 years. It was here that she was awarded with the prestigious title of ‘Body Therapist of the Year’ at the British Beauty Awards in 2002, and became renowned for her massage therapies: her high profile clientele have included Robbie Williams, Mrs Abramovich and the Chelsea football club team.

Drawing on her 10 years of experience in treating high net worth professionals, Nicky understood that there were huge shortfalls in the corporate world when it came to wellness at work. Thus, Xhilarate Office Massage was formed to help improve employee wellbeing and combat the ever-increasing levels of stress in the workplace.

Her mission is to provide a powerfully unique massage experience of outstanding and unrivalled quality to recharge mind and body and help create a happier, healthier workplace. Nicky has a hands on approach to the business and her passion, expertise and dedication to exceeding client satisfaction are what define the Xhilarate Experience.

By establishing regular office massage sessions, her aim is to build a positive work environment where staff feel valued and sustained benefits can be achieved for both employees as individuals and organisations as a whole.

Nicky is a firm believer in Meditation and has trained in Mindfulness Meditation with both the Now Project and Calmworks. She enjoys walking, yoga and has a keen interest in Photography having completed a beginners course at City Lit along with several Street Photography workshops. Nicky is also a mother to her two young sons who keep her on her toes!

Favourite quote: ‘A master in the art of living draws no sharp distinction between his work and his play; his labor and his leisure; his mind and his body; his education and his recreation. He hardly knows which is which. He simply pursues his vision of excellence through whatever he is doing, and leaves others to determine whether he is working or playing. To himself, he always appears to be doing both’ – LP Jacks

Nina’s journey as a massage therapist began in November 2008 when she completed her NVQ in Beauty Therapy at LCBT. Soon after Nina gained her diploma she started working for Xhilarate and as such is our longest serving massage therapist. Since then she has undertaken both Foundation and Advanced training with Touch Pro in order to develop her massage technique. In addition, she has completed a one-day workshop with Walk-in Back Rub.

Nina believes that true healing comes from nourishing the mind, body and soul and therefore has a keen interest in educating herself in different areas of alternative medicine and massage.

In October 2014, she enrolled on course in Mindfulness and utilises this practise in both her massage therapy and personal life. Nina particularly enjoys seeing the immediate beneficial effects of massage in the workplace. She has received consistently positive feedback over the years and is one of our most requested therapists!

Aside from her professional life, Nina is passionate about cycling, running, music and spending time with family and friends.

She ran her first marathon in Brighton back in April 2017, followed by the Portsmouth marathon in December 2018 and amazingly tackled a half ironman in Lanzarote in October 2019. Nina is big fan of off-road running as she loves to be out in the fresh air amongst nature.

She loves to compete in OCR events like Tough Mudder, Spartan and Warrior Run which encourage positive teamwork.

However, her favourite sport is Cycling, and she cites taking part in the London 100 as one of her most memorable sporting achievements.

Favourite quote: ‘You’ve got to take the good with the bad, smile with the sad, love what you’ve got, and remember what you had. Always forgive, but never forget. Learn from mistakes, but never regret’ – Unknown

Sophie studied Full Body Massage and Indian Head Massage before starting at Xhilarate in late 2017. She immediately completed Touch Pro foundation training and has more recently gained her advanced certificate. Sophie has always had a keen interest in meditation, yoga and nutrition, and became interested in massage as a way to help people to relax and focus, and found it complemented her other passions for wellbeing perfectly.

Working for Xhilarate is very rewarding for Sophie, and she loves to see how massage in an office environment can really transform someone’s working day and ease physical pain and tension brought on by desk work or long commutes. She is motivated to deliver quality treatments to be able to bring a feeling of calm to people who are stressed, anxious, tense or tired.

Sophie is also a drummer, a clarinettist and enjoys writing and playing live music. She loves walking and cycling, and has recently returned from a trip to Mexico where she spent time playing music and learning Spanish.

Favourite quote: ‘Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a hard battle.’ – Ian McLaren

Terri originally qualified in Beauty Therapy Level 3 at the London College of Beauty Therapy in 2014.

During her training she discovered her passion for massage therapy.

So, in 2018 then went on to develop her skills and achieved a Diploma in Deep Tissue & Lymphatic Drainage Massage.

Terri has worked in various salons over the years but after completing the Gateway Workshops Diploma in Seated Acupressure Onsite Massage, now focuses on corporate wellness.

Her extensive training and experience enable her to offer an extensive range of holistic techniques to our clients and she has received wonderfully positive feedback since joining the Xhilarate team in August 2024.

Terri loves making her clients happy and feeling relaxed – ‘I always put a smile on their face which makes me really happy’.

She has two adult children and one young child, who keep her energised and busy!

Terri enjoys going away to hot countries and escaping the cold weather in the UK. She adores swimming, particularly in the sea, which is her happy place.

She also loves anything to do with arts and crafts, putting her hands to good use.

Favourite quote: ‘It is what it is!’

Ella joined Xhilarate in April 2024 and brings with her a wealth of holistic qualifications.

With over 8 years of experience in Cranio-Sacral Therapy, she has developed a special affinity for working with horses and children, complemented by her further training in trauma release.

Her expertise extends to 9 years of working with infants and young ones, alongside a background in Equine Cranio-Sacral Therapy. Beyond this, Ella is a certified practitioner in both holistic and pregnancy massage, and she holds the title of Reiki Master Teacher. She has actively participated in numerous wellness retreats and workshops, enhancing her skills and knowledge in the field.

Ella is deeply passionate about massage therapy, and she strives to create a nurturing environment for each client, ensuring they leave feeling relaxed, rejuvenated and free from stress.

In her leisure time, she loves to immerse herself in nature, stay fit through yoga, dance and qi gong, explore the countryside, and bond with horses.

Ella is committed to her continuous growth, both personally and professionally, pursuing further education in meditation, cleansing and art. She is currently working towards her diploma in Sound Therapy at the British Academy of Sound Therapy.

Favourite quote by Pablo Picasso resonates with her philosophy: “The meaning of life is to find your gift, the purpose of life is to give it away.”

Yan - "The Yin Yang Man"!

A natural, inquisitive, innovative and unique bodywork massage therapist, Yan's journey started at the tender age of 5, massaging his Father, along with the rest of his family for many years. This led Yan to explore the world of natural therapies.

He has had extensive training in Thailand, along with many highly acclaimed teachers who have visited the UK from around the world. Yan has rubbed shoulders, pardon the pun, with many ground-breaking therapists, who continually strive to become the best they can be.

What does Yan specialise in? Intuitively giving the receiver what they need, in the present moment.

Yan has studied many modalities and approaches, plus countless seminars and workshops including:

Traditional Thai Massage, Thai Chair Massage, Thai Oil Massage, Rue Sri Dat Ton (Thai style Yoga), Jap Sen - Nerve touch Therapy, Thai Foot Reflexology, Myofascial Release, Integrative Soft Tissue Release, Hot & Cold Stone Massage, Onsite Chair Massage, Tui Na - Chinese Acupressure Massage, Swedish Massage, Pregnancy Massage, Deep Tissue Massage, Bonework, Scarwork, Cupping therapy, Dry Needling, Medical Acupuncture, Advanced Medical Acupuncture, Jikiden Reiki, Lymphatic Drainage Massage, Meridian Stretch Massage and Su Jok Therapy.

Yan's approach evolves and is refined day by day. Along with his passion for massage, Yan is also a highly experienced Self-Defence teacher, with over 25 years of teaching a wide range of people, from Children as young as 4, Civilians of all ages, to Law Enforcement, Security Personnel, Diplomatic Protection Officers and Military groups too. Currently, Yan is teaching Women's Safety & Awareness tactics and Strategies to various groups and businesses, all over the UK. Yan is also a qualified Personal Trainer with over 25 years in the field. His approach is unique, holistic and lot's of fun too.

As Yan would tell you, "This is my life, it doesn't feel like work to me.....I love it"!

Yan's is inspired by those who live an honest and truthful life, just by being themselves.

Favourite Quote is one of his own - "Be yourself.....Be the best of yourself"!

Cara is a Massage Therapist as well as our Yoga instructor.

She joined the team in September 2015 having recently qualified at the Namaste Italy Yoga School (200 Hours Yoga Teacher Training) and since has accumulated over 4000 hours teaching experience. Subsequently, she organises and runs her own retreats all around the world.

Since joining Xhilarate, Cara has followed her passion for healing and movement, and explored studies in Thai Massage, Shiatsu, Anatomy and Physiology, Iridology, Shamanism. Meditation and Breathing Techniques. As well as gaining further qualifications in Barre, Sound Therapy, & Yin Yoga.

Cara believes that onsite massage therapy is vital for releasing tension from the muscles, encouraging mind-body connection and relaxation, as well as serving as a simple reminder to slow down and breathe. She has extensive knowledge of the muscles, fascia and lymphatic drainage and her style of massage is influenced in part by studies in Thai Massage & Yoga. She also understands how the right pressure can sooth held or tense systems within the body to alleviate aches and restore harmony.

Cara is also a very passionate Yoga Teacher, and every time she teaches, she enjoys learning something new. The rewards of teaching can be physical - seeing people rediscover their energy and strength, and witnessing their confidence and mobility flourish. But the rewards are also more subtle, meeting and helping people to adjust their practice to suit their individual needs, and feeling the sense of community that sharing a space in class can bring.

Cara is touched by the sense of unity that is created with like-minded people during each session and loves to watch people become immediately more relaxed and open after every class.

Having previously worked in an office herself, she understands the importance of leading a bright balanced life, and feels passionate about counteracting anxiety, stress or physical strain caused by office work.

Her style of teaching combines Yoga with Pilates, Tai Chi & Mindfulness principles all woven together to restore a balance of energy and peace to the body and mind.

Cara enjoys any time with friends, wild-swimming, walking, dancing, cooking and singing. Her passions and inspirations include seeing live music, painting, visiting the sea, surfing, literature based on Fables and Myths.

Favourite quote: “The cure for anything is salt water - sweat, tears, or the sea”’- Karen Blixen

Coach who has been working in the Corporate sector for over 15 years.

After a busy career in the media, she believes in a practical and sustainable approach to good nutrition, working with individuals and groups over a period of weeks to achieve the best results.

Antonia is a regular food blogger and newspaper columnist, based in North-West London.

Her workshops are fun, interactive and cover many aspects of health that are relevant to the workplace. Avoiding burnout, balancing stress & hormones, boosting mood & immunity, understanding the landscape of our body's systems and staying young and healthy. These talks take will take your employees through the science of the subject, directly into solution mode, with clear guidance on the nutrients and key lifestyle hacks that are easiest to implement.

Pop-Up clinic sessions are always exciting and Seasonal Health Challenges can be a great and fun way to get everyone motivated. In addition, Awareness Days such as Mental Health Awareness Day (October 10th) and International Menopause Day (October 18th) can provide a great focus for a range of Nutrition events.