Bälans

In 2005 Joakim Valsinger set up Bälans Pilates Studio & Treatment Rooms with Karen McGilvray of Spa Therapy. Here they created a small, personal well-being centre offering a diverse but complimentary range of services where clients will find quality ‘one to one’ service and attention to detail as standard. Karen has since moved on to concentrate on her own business elsewhere.

Joakim, a Swedish born Australian came to the UK in 1998. A former Australian Army Reserve Commando, Bondi Beach Surf Life Saver and TA Physical Training Instructor, Joakim is a Level 3 Pilates Teacher and Sports Therapist. His clients include professional and elite sports people ranging from Polo, Dressage, Motor Racing, Hockey and the dance industry.

Joakim’s international background can be seen in the detail of the décor and techniques incorporated into treatments and Pilates sessions, and he continues to teach and travel internationally to maintain his ‘world citizenship’.

With attention to detail paramount, the Treatment Rooms offer a unique fusion of varied cultures and are adorned with little treasures brought back from overseas. The warmth of rich wood, soothing aromas and custom built furniture create a relaxing atmosphere. The natural interior colours were specially designed to support earthiness and help one find inner balance. At Bälans you will find an exciting range of quality treatments performed by well qualified, experienced staff and at a sensible price.

For a touch of fun, all the signage within Bälans is in Joakim’s native tongue, Swedish, as is of course the name of the business which means ‘Balance’. This word was chosen with the intention of creating a space where everyone can refresh their connection with themselves and find a healthier, more balanced way of living.