health & fitness expert

Phil Dolence

NYS Licensed Massage Therapist
Certified Personal Trainer (NASM / ISSA)
Functional Range Conditioning Specialist
Certified in Functional Movement Systems
Certified in Neurokinetic Therapy

Specialties Contact

“Find the calm in the storm of your hectic life. Work with Philip“
– Donna Karan

Rebuilding and Maintaining Your Health

Phil specializes in helping with post-rehabilitation strengthening, and helping to maintain physical health with age.

Serving you in Tamarindo, Guanacaste, and surrounding areas in Costa Rica

Training

TRAINING

Through training in mobility, balance and strength, Phil educates his clients to use their body efficiently, making them stronger and less likely to be injured. He is constantly assessing and evaluating their needs.

MOBILITY

The range of useful motion in the body. Important whether you are recovering from an injury or interested in the aesthetic benefits of exercise.

BALANCE

Provides steadiness and control of the body. Essential to maintain throughout your life.

STRENGTH

A learned skill that when practiced in training can be applied to your daily activities. It invigorates the body and provides power and energy.

IN-HOME YOGA

Phil brings his knowledge of body mechanics and massage therapy to provide a complete session that incorporates a focus on mobility, balance and strength to your yoga practice.

Massage

SHIATSU

A form of therapy of Japanese origin based on the same principles as acupuncture, in which pressure is applied to certain points on the body using the hands.

REFLEXOLOGY

A therapeutic method of relieving pain by stimulating pressure points on the feet and hands.

DEEP TISSUE

Similar to Swedish massage, but the deeper pressure is beneficial in releasing chronic muscle tension.

SWEDISH

A therapeutic massage that manipulates muscles and joints, designed to invigorate the body by stimulating the circulation, and promoting relaxation.

WATSU

A gentle form of body therapy performed in water. It combines elements of massage and muscle stretching. The receiver is continuously supported while being floated, cradled, rocked and stretched.