Treatments consist of traditional Remedial and Sports Massage Therapy techniques coupled with, as appropriate, modern therapeutic modalities and exercises.

 John Kirkham is a graduate Sports Therapist having gained a BSc. honours degree at the University of Teesside and is registered as a full member of The Society of Sports Therapists (MSST). He is a tutor at the Northern Institute of  Massage teaching on their nationally renowned Remedial Massage Therapy course. John is also registered with the Register of Exercise Professionals (REPS) as a Personal Trainer and offers consultations and programmes on fitness and nutritional issues.

John has earned a high reputation within the local athletic and cycling club fraternity and works with athletes past and present representing at County and National level in the disciplines of road, x-country and fell running as well as in the disciplines of martial arts, judo, netball and lacrosse. He is currently working as Sports Therapist with Blackburn Rugby Union Club.

John holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in the Physchology of Personal Development and in addition to his work with young people as a qualified Person-Centred Counsellor he is an instructor in outdoor activities focussing on mountaincraft, rock climbing and mountain biking. He also has long history of competitive running on road and fell.

His combination of professional person-centered training and as a Remedial and Sports Therapist, coupled with his own experience as a club athlete and outdoor enthusiast, ensures a dedicated and individual approach to potential clients at affordable rates.

The Holcombe Active clinic is situated in Holcombe Brook, 3 miles north of Bury and just 2 miles from the M66 motorway giving easy access from East Lancashire, North Manchester, Rochdale, Bolton, Blackburn and Bury. Download a map from the 'Where to Find Us' page on this site.

John also runs a Sports & Remedial Injury Clinic at the Oakhill Academy Fitness Centre, Wiswell Lane, Whalley as visiting Sports Therapist on Monday evenings and Wednesday mornings. For an appointment please contact John directly.