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Physiotherapy
Available for Members Monday – Friday, 9am – 4pm
We offer individual and group physiotherapy sessions. Our expert team of physiotherapists, led by Sara, work closely with each person to recommend the appropriate exercise that suits individual levels of mobility and symptoms.
Available for Members Monday – Friday, 9am – 4pm
We offer individual and group physiotherapy sessions. Our expert team of physiotherapists, led by Sara, work closely with each person to recommend the appropriate exercise that suits individual levels of mobility and symptoms.
We offer a wide range of physiotherapy classes. These include standing and seated classes, classes focused on stretching and balancing, and more vigorous classes using circuit training and Motomed bikes. Classes have a maximum of 8 people at a time, and are all based on ability.
Your physiotherapy team
Sara McGowan
Lead Physio
Sara joined the team at the Samson Centre in 2015 and has been the lead physio now for 4 years. Sara specialised in neurology and rehab early on in her career and has had a variety of different jobs in hospitals, as a community physiotherapist and in higher education teaching physiotherapy students. When not at work, Sara likes to keep active by walking the dog in the lovely Surrey Hills. She is a certified Pilates Instructor and also practices yoga, both of which are often incorporated into her physiotherapy practice.
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Vicky Bassett
Deputy Lead Physio
Vicky Bassett
Deputy Lead Physio
Vicky joined the Samson Centre in 2017 as Deputy Lead Physiotherapist. She has specialised in working with people with neurological conditions for over 15 years, across hospital and community settings and enjoys problem solving and finding innovative ways to motivate people to engage in therapy. Outside of work Vicky is frequently found looking after and riding her horse, walking her dog, and spending time with her husband and daughter.
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Maria Garcia
Physio
Maria Garcia
Physio
Maria joined the Samson Centre in May 2021 having previously worked as a Neuro Physiotherapist across Community, NHS and private settings for over 15 years. Maria enjoys exercise based therapy, encouraging people to incorporate exercise into their daily life. Outside of work, between her 3 children’s activities, Maria enjoys being in Swinley Forest, walking or running or going to bootcamps.
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Emma Roussel
Physio
Emma Roussel
Physio
Emma has worked as a physiotherapist for over ten years in hospital, rehabilitation and community settings both in the UK and overseas. Throughout her career she has followed her interest in working with people with neurological conditions. She has three young children who keep her busy outside work, but also likes to find time to keep active through walking, yoga and badminton, to explore new places whenever possible, and to enjoy quiet moments whilst gardening or baking.
Class timetable
Mon
Seated class
Davinia
10am
–
11am
Tue
Stretch
Davinia
10am
–
11am
Standing Pilates
Maria, Emma
11am
–
12pm
Wed
Neurofit
Mike
9am
–
10am
Samson Kayakers
Davina, Emma, Claire
9:15am
–
10am
Seated Pilates
Maria, Emma
11am
–
12pm
Matwork Pilates
Maria, Sue
12pm
–
12:50pm
Hand group
Alison
1pm
–
2pm
Seated Tai Chi
Alison
2pm
–
3pm
Thu
Neurofit
Rachel
9am
–
10am
Samson Kayakers
Paul, Kayak coach & Davinia
9:15am
–
11am
Stretch with a carer
Sara
10am
–
11am
Standing Class
Vicky
11am
–
12pm
Fri
Seated HIIT
Vicky
11am
–
12pm
Mon
Seated class
Davinia
10am
–
11am
Tue
Stretch
Davinia
10am
–
11am
Standing Pilates
Maria, Emma
11am
–
12pm
Wed
Neurofit
Mike
9am
–
10am
Samson Kayakers
Davina, Emma, Claire
9:15am
–
10am
Seated Pilates
Maria, Emma
11am
–
12pm
Matwork Pilates
Maria, Sue
12pm
–
12:50pm
Hand group
Alison
1pm
–
2pm
Seated Tai Chi
Alison
2pm
–
3pm
Thu
Neurofit
Rachel
9am
–
10am
Samson Kayakers
Paul, Kayak coach & Davinia
9:15am
–
11am
Stretch with a carer
Sara
10am
–
11am
Standing Class
Vicky
11am
–
12pm
Fri
Seated HIIT
Vicky
11am
–
12pm
Please note: Class timetables can change from time to time and might not be 100% up to date or running as specified above. If you aren’t booked onto a class, please call us before attending the Centre to confirm so we can assure you don’t make a wasted visit.
In-person classes
If you already attend an in-person class you do not need to contact us, just keep on coming along. If you would like to join a new class or swap to another class please contact us and we will assess the availability. In-person class bookings are limited to one class per member.
Zoom classes
If you are already attending a Zoom class, you do not need to do anything but if you are interested in attending a different class or joining a class then please get in touch with the office.
Reminder emails and links
If you are booked into a class, you should automatically be sent a reminder email with the link the day before. If you are not receiving the emails, please let us know as it might be that we have an incorrect email address on our database.
Seated class
Davinia
10am
–
11am
Criteria
- Able to maintain good upright position in sitting.
- Able to move away from the back of the chair – i.e. Sit unsupported without using arms for support.
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Stretch
Davinia
10am
–
11am
Criteria
- Able to get in and off the floor independently and safely.
- Able to move into stretch positions independently.
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Standing Pilates
Maria, Emma
11am
–
12pm
Criteria
- Able to stand independently and safely for duration of class.
- No history of recurrent falls.
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Samson Kayakers
Davina, Emma, Claire
9:15am
–
10am
Criteria
Needs to be able to get on an off a kayak ergo machine.
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Seated Pilates
Maria, Emma
11am
–
12pm
Criteria
- Able to maintain good upright position in sitting.
- Able to move away from the back of the chair–i.e. Sit unsupported without using arms for support.
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Matwork Pilates
Maria, Sue
12pm
–
12:50pm
Criteria
Need to be able to get on an off the floor without help.
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Hand group
Alison
1pm
–
2pm
Criteria
- Suitable for most members.
- Recommended to have assistance if unable to hold cup and take a drink independently.
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Seated Tai Chi
Alison
2pm
–
3pm
Criteria
- Ability to move hands and arms freely to shoulder height.
- Open to those not able to stand as well as those who can keep balance in standing as sitting options will be offered.
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Stretch with a carer
Sara
10am
–
11am
Criteria
- Suitable for those with advanced MS who have a regular carer to assist.
- Require good access around bed and preferably bed with height controls or fully reclining armchair.
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Standing Class
Vicky
11am
–
12pm
Criteria
- Able to stand for length of class.
- No history of recurrent falls or loss of balance.
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“To support people with MS and their families with a range of therapies which can improve users’ mental and physical wellbeing.”
“Empowering people to remain active.”
“To help people stay physically active, ease the symptoms of MS.”
“Works with the individual, tailored physio to your needs.”
Would you like to book onto a class?
If you would like to attend any of our classes, or have any other questions, please get in touch.