I came across Claire from Sunshine Chinese Massage by chance when she was offering $10 massages at the Torquay markets. I had a very sore neck at the time and I felt so much better after having a 10 minute massage.

I've seen Claire several times at her shop in Torquay, and I would have to say her massages are the best Chinese Tu Na (remedial) massages I've ever had. Claire is friendly, polite, and her communication is very good.

The great thing about this style of massage is that no oil is applied (unless you ask for it), so the massage is done while the client is fully clothed, through a thin piece of cotton.

There are plenty of Chinese massages places around in various shopping centres, so it's hard to find a good one. Claire is exceptional. After a thorough neck and shoulder massage in the chair, you move to the comfortable massage table with padded head hole (very hygienic with a tissue over the top). Claire puts a warmed wheat bag on your back while she massages...she uses her fingers, elbows and wrists to achieve fantastic pressure. She'll ask you if it's too soft or two hard.

Claire goes above and beyond and is great value for money. I've been having massages for over 25 years for my back and neck issues, and I can say that Claire is up there with the best I've had. She runs the busines with her husband, who is also very good, and they employ a number of staff who have all been tested by them as extremely good massage therapists. Try Sunshine Chinese Massage, you won't be disappointed!

Approximate cost: $10 for neck, $25 neck and shoulder, prices go up from there but very good value for money.