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Meet our Newest LMBT, Austin!

Austin is a Wilmington native who loves living on the coast. He studied at Miller Motte College of Wilmington where graduated in 2017. He specializes in deep tissue, sports massage, and pain relief. Using an intuitive approach he believes in providing his clients with the best body work to increase their quality of life and allow them to live pain free to take back control of how they feel through the physical relief and information he can provide them. Outside of work he likes to surf, work out, go for hikes at Carolina Beach State park, run on the Wrightsville Beach loop, and spend time with his friends at the local breweries and restaurants. Book your massage with Austin today!

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We Are Open!

Shine On is beyond excited to announce that we are OPEN! After almost three months of being forced to shut down, we started to really miss our clients and the rewarding feeling of easing their pain. We are at half capacity so schedule space is much more limited than before.

We are continuing to spend 20 minutes sanitizing and wiping down every surface after each service. We ask anyone experiencing any flu-like symptoms to please not book at this time (Even if it is just allergies).

We are now taking credit card information upon booking. This new feature does not charge you and you will not have to pay until after your service is complete. The reason for this is to limit the spread of germs and to protect our staff if a client is to cancel outside the 24 hour window or no-call-no-show. If you decide to cancel and do not do so within 24 hours of booking your appointment, you will be charged for 50% of whichever service you chose. Wow! That sounded harsh! At Shine On, we understand that cancellation policies can sound a little harsh but we plan our day around these appointments and in these difficult times, our schedule space is extremely valuable to us.

We hope everyone is being safe and we can not wait to see all of our wonderful clients again! Shine On through this, you crazy diamonds!

Shine On Show Up!

What is a Shine On Show Up you ask?? A Shine On Show Up is where Shine On literally shows up to a school, fire station or hospital and gives complementary massages to the staff! Today was our very first Show Up and we could not be happier. Seeing the look on the teachers faces when they got off the massage chairs made it all worth it. If you know a teacher or a nurse or a fire fighter then please go give them a big hug and thank them for everything they do.

The way we see it is, these are all of the people who we count on to mold our youth and protect us and keep us alive and safe so why not help them by relieving their stress and tension?! If you fit any of our 3 categories then keep your eyes peeled because Shine On just might Show Up to your business next!

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Hatha Yoga is Coming to Shine On Soon!!!


Hatha yoga has been around for thousands and thousands of years. Some believe the tradition to be 5000 years old while others think it dates back as many as 10,000 years. This disparity in time is due to the fact that when Yoga was first practiced there was no written word, no paper, no way of transmission other than the spoken word. So there’s no way to know for sure how ancient this practice is. What we do know is hatha yoga is a total life philosophy incorporating how we relate to the world, to ourselves and how to attain inner peace.


In the yoga sutras, (196 sutras or aphorisms written in Sanskrit around 400 A.D.) Patanjali describes hatha yoga as consisting of eight limbs or disciplines. This is known as the eight fold path. (More on this later!)


Two well known schools of yoga were derived directly from these sutras and today’s modern styles including ashtanga, Iyengar, anusara, yin, power, vinyasa, restorative, Jivamukti, kundalini moksha, Bikram, etc. all originated from these schools.


So in essence hatha yoga is the mother of modern day Yoga as we have come to know it. With this deep history and broad definition there is a massive variation of what can be offered in a hatha class. But generally it embodies this eight fold path and incorporates relatively slow paced, deliberate asanas (postures),pranayama(breathwork)and meditation.


In my classes I like to stay true to the roots of yoga to allow the holistic embodiment of it’s philosophy. I also like to incorporate some anusara and alignment based modifications using belts,blocks,and bolsters. This makes yoga accessible to everyone and helps beginners and people with injuries or chronic conditions get into correct alignment, bringing awareness to their bodies and breath, and calm their minds.

Meet Our Newest Therapist, Starr!

Starr Porter LMBT, thrives on helping people relax, feel better, and to create balance within

their bodies and lives. Using a holistic approach, she has been assisting clients reach their

health and healing goals since 2016. Starr is a Yoga Alliance Registered Yoga Teacher

specializing in alignment based Hatha yoga as well as Pranic and Chakra energy techniques.

Whether you desire an indulgent massage for deep relaxation or require bodywork for chronic

conditions, injuries, or traumas, Starr incorporates various modalities customized for each

client’s specific needs. She is experienced in Therapeutic, Myofascial Release, Swedish,

Neuromuscular Therapy, Hot Stone, and Deep Tissue techniques. Shine on with Starr today!

Meet N' Greet!

This Thursday, May 30th from 6pm-8pm, Shine On will be hosting a Meet N’ Greet! Come out and meet our new team, eat some great food, enjoy some beverages, and check out the new makeover! We will have incredible package deals starting at $180! We will also be doing a raffle for a free, 90 Minute Massage Giveaway!

This is a night you are not going to want to miss! We can’t wait to see everyone there! Shine On!

We are Undergoing Some Changes!

Shine On is happy to announce that we are hiring two, amazing new Massage Therapists, starting in May! More information is to come as we begin making moves on expanding our little studio! We are also excited to announce that our Couples Massage options will be back on our menu early May! We want to thank all of our wonderful clients for sticking with us all of these years and making this all possible! Shine On, you crazy diamonds!

Is Your Purse Causing You Pain?

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is your bag causing you pain?

learn how massage can help

Carrying a bag on the shoulder causes contraction and overuse of the muscles, usually in the trapezius. The depression of the opposite shoulder causes curvature in the mid spine. Along with the spinal misalignment, the consistent contraction causes a major distortion in ones posture.

Massage therapy helps relax the overworked muscles and by breaking up the knots, realigning, muscularly, the shoulders, neck and back.

In between massage sessions, here are somethings one can do to decrease the tension:

  • clean out your bag regularly to decrease the weight

  • ditch the bag from time to time

  • choose a bag with two straps, like a bookbag, to evenly distribute the weight.

  • switch to a messenger bag or a bag with wider straps

  • alternate shoulders


Call Shine On Massage to re-align that posture!

910.508.9383

Valentine's Day Specials! Deals So Sweet, You'll Love Them!


There’s only one week away from Valentines Day!

Do you have a special gift for your loved one yet?


Here are some deals that are so sweet, you’ll <3 them!


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60 min. Shine On Massage

3 for $180

90 min. Shine On Massage

3 for $270

60 min. Couples Massage

3 for $390

90 min. Couples Massage

3 for $550


Book your massage in advance and receive complimentary

bubbly, roses & sweets

2/12 - 2/16

Just a Reminder - Why Shine On is the Best!

We just waned to give a friendly reminder of what we include every time anyone books a massage with us


Hot Stones

They are always provided on the back & they help loosen muscles.

Hot Towels

Given on back and feet & it elevates relaxation with the warmth.

Aromatherapy

The diffuser is always running & whiffs of peppermint are provided throughout.

Cupping

Offered upon request & is beneficial due to a vacuum effect, drawing toxins out.