Our Newest Special offers!

A list of our latest special offers is now up! 

New Class Timetable for April 2011

We're well into April, and you know what that means... Summer is fast approaching, so get those beach bodies back into gear with our newest class!  Body Sculpt: Legs, Bums & Tums, which takes place every Wednesday evening at 19:30, starting tomorrow, the 13th of April.

Our new Class Timetable.

We'll see you there!

Are you one of the 10 million that suffer from Hay Fever?

It's Hay Fever season yet again, and instead of spending all your hard earned cash on tissues, nasal sprays, various droplets, and antihistamine tablets, why not try something all natural, relaxing, and guaranteed to leave you looking forward to one of the most beautiful seasons in Great Britain.

From the exclusive range of ES essential oils comes a specialized blend of of Eucalyptus, blue gum, Lavender, Peppermint, and Niaouli, that relieve and sooth your symptoms such as sneezing, running eyes, and any irritation that comes along with hay fever.  Aromatherapy uses the very essence of plants and herbs.  Many life enhancing and healing powers of plants known to us for centuries are extracted in the form of concentrated oils, otherwise known as essential oils. 

Created by Elizabeth Sompala, noted beauty therapists to aristocracy and royalty from all corners of the globe, the hay fever essential oil was created for her son, who during his university exams suffered greatly from hay fever, which ultimately affected his course work.  Whether student, professional, or not, the symptoms of hay fever ultimately affect our work and home life.  Whether your symptoms are mild or extreme, the ES Hayfever Formula can offer relief in any situation. 

Certified by health and safety officials acting in Great Britain, the ES range is all natural and extremely affective.  Stop by The Soma Centre and pick up your Hayfever Formula today at only £12.95.  We offer the entire range of ES products, including other essential oils targeted to relieve symptoms of congestion, anxiety, stress, insomnia, and drowsiness to name a few.

Methods of Use

1.  Put a drop on a tissue as required, this can be used throughout the day.

     When working it may be possible to tuck the tissue in a shirt pocket to allow

     you to inhale it as you work.  The tissue can also be placed neat a tissue

     as you sleep.

2.  Can be used in an Aromatherapy Diffuser Fan.  Simply add 5 to 10 drops onto

     the cotton pad inside the drawer and switch on.

3.  Place 2 to 5 drops of the formula in the bath after running the water.  Stir the

     water well before getting into the bath.  Relax in the bath for about 20 minutes.

     whilst enjoying the beneficial aromas. 

4.  Can be added to a carrier oil and used for massages, which can be extremely

     beneficial.

The following precautions should be taken when using these products:

Not to be used if you suffer from epilepsy or pregnancy

Not to be used on children under 12

Avoid contact on sensitive areas such as eyes

These oils are only for external use

Do not use neat on the skin

Do not exceed the stated dosage

Keep out of reach of children

Oils should be kept in a cool dark area for storage

Got a case of the Terrible Tuesdays?

Monday has come and gone and you're still feeling a bit of the manic Monday syndrome, you're not alone.  Here at The Soma Centre, we know first hand the kind of tension the work week can cause.  Why not let us relieve some of that tension for you with a massage.  Offered in 30 minute, 60 minute, or 90 minute increments, our massage therapists will take strain right off your shoulders!

For the entire month of April we will Tantalize your Tuesday with an offer you can't refuse!  Any massage booked for a Tuesday in the month of April will be an astounding 25% off the original price.  And with an offer like that, you've got to be fast.  Our slots are filling in as we speak and booking is essential. 

Terms and conditions:

Offer applies only to Swedish massage, deep tissue massage, back neck and shoulders massage, and reflexology.  One massage per customer please.  Booking is essential. 

To book please call 020 7361 1995 and mention the offer.

Happy Mother's Day

Wishing all of you beautiful mother's out there, not only a wonderful Mother's Day but a wonderful weekend!  Mother's Day is the one day a year that we children take a moment to do what we should do everyday; show our appreciation for the marvelous women who brought us into this world.

From all of us here at The Soma Centre, Happy Mother's Day.

An introduction to The Soma Centre.

soma: noun (Greek) meaning – of the body

Located in the five star Royal Garden Hotel, we at The Soma Centre, take great pride in our holistic approach combining complementary therapies and mind body exercise – the perfect solution to today’s hectic lifestyle.

Soma is more luxurious than a private health club and offers a personal service, focusing on health–related fitness rather than traditional routines that work on the body image through muscle building. The combination of Biomechanical testing, Yoga, Pilates, personal training and complementary therapies treats the whole person.

The brainchild and passion of fitness guru, Carolan Brown, former personal trainer to Diana Princess of Wales, the soma centre represents a unique concept – no membership or joining fee – simply pay–as–you–go. Carolan believes that the way to a stress free life is through combining mental awareness and appropriate diet with an exercise programme relevant to the way you live.

The soma centre offers:

• Pilates & Yoga
• Fully equipped Gym with Personal Training
• Kickboxing and Core Conditioning Classes
• Zumba dance classes
• Holistic & Sports Massage techniques
• Beauty therapy
• Doctor Jules Nabet specialising in aesthetic anti ageing techniques
• Joanne Evans offering treatments in rejuvenation, deep cleansing, vein removal, pigmentation, hair removal and peels.
• A Permanent make–up artist
• Kinesis Physiotherapy
• Prolates reformer studio

Soma also offers a Corporate Membership Scheme to local companies. For more information please contact the reception team.

Inner calm in the heart of Kensington
Carolan’s attitude brings a new, refreshing approach: "Many people are put off joining a centre or club because of the joining fee and monthly membership tariff. It’s not ideal for your well–being if you feel guilty about not using the facility enough, and resent the times when you just can’t go – maybe due to family commitments, work or holidays." Getting to the root of the problem by finding the cause of muscular imbalance enables you to make positive changes towards improving the quality of life.

"Everyone should have the opportunity to take time out for themselves to relieve the stress of modern life, without adding another financial or emotional burden that goes with a members–only fitness club.’ says Carolan.

Life style fitness regimes that provide a unique training system for you
The soma centre ‘package’ has been designed to fit into the lifestyle of the typically busy person. You can choose group classes in Pilates and Yoga, including special men–only sessions, children’s Yoga, Pilates for mothers–to–be, and join the rhythm of Salsa Groove session. Or you can enjoy a one–to–one programme with a specialist personal trainer.

Carolan has been at the forefront of the UK fitness industry for 20 years, and has a passionate belief in the synergy between mind and body. She has personally selected every complementary therapist based at the soma centre for their experience and expertise in the field of holistic mind and body health.

Selecting the pick of the best Yoga and Pilates instructors in the area, Carolan can boast that the minimum teaching experience of each one is 10 years. "Many of our clients come referred to us by physiotherapists, osteopaths and GPs, therefore it is imperative that they are in safe hands. The soma centre’s success depends on the quality of the service we provide."

The soma centre philosophy: ‘a peaceful mind gives life to the body’

Royal Garden Hotel 2 – 24 Kensington High Street London W8 4PT

Opening Hours

Monday to Thursday 6:30am – 9:00pm
Friday 6:30am – 8:00pm
Saturday 9:00am – 6:00pm
Sunday 9:00am – 4:30pm

 

 

We've launched!

Spring is finally here, and the flowers aren't the only thing in Bloom!  The Soma Centre has officially launched it's Blog.  Here you'll be the first to hear about all the exciting things happening here at Soma.  Whether you're new to the centre or one of our cherished regulars, there will always be something for you.  Only the latest and greatest news coming straight from the horses mouth.