Regrettably, Dawn is very unwell and is currently unable to work in any capacity. She is not returning to NZBMA, nor is she offering massage services to past or current clients for the foreseeable future. While we appreciate the many recommendations, which are a true testament to her decade of heart-led work, her health must now come first.
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, T&C’s or checkout our helpful Resources
Our Three Services:
Body Mechanic Treatment: A hands-on manual therapy approach built around observational biomechanical assessment, neuromuscular soft tissue technique and sustainable homecare. Available in 45-minute ($85) and 90-minute ($180) appointments. Read more →
SwimFree Coaching: A 50-minute coaching programme for proficient swimmers, integrating Wayne's therapeutic expertise with technique-focused stroke refinement to support injury-free, efficient movement in the water. Read more →
IDTS Connect: Peer-led, no-fee sessions of 60 or 90 minutes providing a safe, non-clinical space for connection through shared lived experience. Designed for neurodiverse individuals, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, sporting persons and culturally diverse adults in Ōtautahi. Read more →
NZBMA Locations
Starting Monday [30th of March 2026], Wayne will facilitate all Body Mechanic sessions from the Frontrunner-Colombo Clinic across his entire six-day working week. This consolidation allows for a more streamlined administrative process during this transition period.
Body Mechanic Available Days & Times:
Monday - 8am to 5pm
Tuesday - 8am to 3pm
Wednesday - 8am to 5pm
Thursday - 8am to 5pm
Friday - 8am to 4pm
Saturday- 8am to 2pm
The IDTS Connect sessions will remain at the Eastern Terrace location and are accessible exclusively via prior emailed arrangements.
We appreciate your cooperation as we implement these changes to better support Dawn and optimise our clinical operations.