Book an Appointment
Ready to live in a body that feels good? Your path to better mobility starts here. Booking takes less than two minutesβsimply select your session type, pick a time that suits your schedule, and let our trained therapists do the heavy lifting.
Why Choose StretchWell?
Tailored One-on-One Care, Not a Routine: You don't get a cookie-cutter sequence here. Your dedicated stretch therapist assesses your body on the day to target your exact tight spotsβwhether itβs stubborn desk-job posture, lower back tension, or running stiffness.
The Bridge Between Fitness & Healthcare: We combine the clinical precision of sports recovery with the relaxed, welcoming vibe of a boutique wellness studio. You get professional, highly effective stretch therapy without the cold medical clinic feel.
Safe, Controlled & Deeper Ranges of Motion: Trying to stretch yourself can lead to straining. Our practitioners use gentle, resisted, and passive stretching techniques to safely bypass your bodyβs protective tension, unlocking flexibility you simply can't reach on your own.
Long-Term Movement, Not a Quick Fix: We don't just want you to feel looser for an hour. Our focus is on long-term structural changesβhelping you improve functional posture, protect your joints as you age, and recover faster so you can keep doing what you love around Melbourne.
What People Are Saying
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Iβve been feeling sore and stiff, and booked in to try a Full Body Stretch. The practitioner Florencia was terrific β a wealth of knowledge and friendly! I felt great afterwards , so limber and relaxed.
β Samantha
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First time I'd given stretch therapy a go and I can absolutely say it won't be the last. I left the place feeling like I was walking on a cloud, so much more relaxed and ready for anything. Highly recommend!
β Ross
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I was a new client to Stretch Well and stretching as a therapeutic service. I really liked it, the Therapist asks great questions, the therapy is research based, and I felt great after too!
β Jane
FAQs
Got questions? Weβve answered a few of the most common ones here. Or find out What to Expect during your first assisted stretching session.
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Assisted stretching is a one-on-one session where a trained therapist guides your body through a series of stretches. Instead of stretching on your own, youβre supported into each movement, allowing for a deeper, more effective stretch while your body stays relaxed.
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Wear comfortable, stretchy clothing such as activewear or gym clothes. This allows your therapist to move your body easily and ensures you can relax fully into each stretch.
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Your therapist will start with a brief discussion about how your body is feeling and any areas of tightness. Youβll then be guided through a personalised stretch session on a treatment table, focusing on key areas like hips, back, and shoulders. Most people leave feeling noticeably looser and more relaxed.
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This depends on your goals, but many clients benefit from sessions once a week or fortnight. Regular sessions help maintain flexibility, reduce tension, and support long-term improvements in how your body feels and moves.
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Assisted stretching focuses specifically on improving mobility and flexibility through guided movement. Itβs not a massage and not a clinical treatment, but it sits in between β combining hands-on support with structured, movement-based techniques.
Learn more about how assisted stretching is different than other modalities
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Yes β you donβt need to be flexible to start. In fact, most clients come to us because they feel tight or restricted. Sessions are tailored to your body, so everything is adjusted to your current range of motion and comfort level.
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No referral is needed. Itβs designed to be an accessible, effective way to support your body and movement.
However if you would like to claim your stretch session on your private health, you may require a referral from your GP. Chat to us for more info!
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For safety reasons, we may not be able to provide assisted stretching to individuals who:
Are currently pregnant
Have undergone major surgery within the past 12 months
Do not have medical clearance to resume normal physical activity
Have existing muscular injuries or tears
Have been diagnosed with deep vein thrombosis (DVT)
Under 18 years of age
Are severely hypermobile
Please contact us if youβd like further information, and we do our best to answer your questions.
Where to find us
Weβre based in Northcote Health & Wellness which is located in Westgarth Village at 108 High Street, Northcote, VIC, 3070
Getting here
Public Transport
Catch the 86 tram heading north from the CBD, or south from Preston/Bundoora and get off at Westgarth St/High St.
Catch the Hurstbridge line north from the CBD, or south from Hurstbridge/Eltham and get off at Westgarth Station.
Catch the 506 bus from Moonee Ponds via Brunswick and get off at the last stop in Westgarth.
Catch the 250 or 251 bus from the city heading north or LaTrobe Uni/Northland heading south and get off at High St/Westgarth St.
Parking
1-Hour on-street parking is available right outside on High Street, or plenty of unlimited spaces north towards the hill.
Be careful of the clearway on the Eastern side of High St (heading towards the city) from 7am-9am and on the Western side of High St (heading away from the city) between 4.30β6pm.
Side streets also offer ample parking, such as Candy Street or Union Street.