14 Caledon St, Elwil Centre, Suite 2, First Floor, Somerset West, Cape Town, 7130, South Africa
EM3 - Movement Specialists - Massage Experts
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"Everyone you meet is fighting a battle you know nothing about.
Be kind. Always."
- Robin Williams
Chanté - Mishka - Patrick - Gabi
Experience the Difference
MOVEMENT MOBILITY MASSAGE
Your trusted experts in movement, recovery and performance in Somerset West since 2019.
At MOVEMENT MOBILITY MASSAGE, we believe in building strong, resilient bodies through a balanced approach to training, recovery, and functional movement. Our mission is to help you move better, feel stronger and live pain-free.
Patrick, Mishka, Chanté and Gabi bring a unique combination of expertise and passion to every session.
With over 15 years of experience as a Personal Trainer and 8 years as a Massage Therapist, Patrick specialises in optimising movement, strength and mobility to ensure sustainable progress. His approach is tailored to help you build strength while maintaining flexibility and preventing injuries.
Mishka, a qualified massage therapist and movement coach, blends her deep knowledge of recovery and performance with her extensive sporting background. As a Springbok athlete in Stand Up Paddleboarding and with experience in MMA, downhill skateboarding and surfing, she understands the demands of high-performance sports and the importance of proper movement mechanics.
Joining the team in June 2026, Chanté brings her energy and experience as a qualified Personal Trainer and Group Fitness Instructor to help clients build sustainable, enjoyable training habits. An accomplished endurance athlete in her own right, with race finishes ranging from trail runs to mountain bike races, Chanté understands firsthand what it takes to train smart and stay injury-free while chasing big goals.
Also joining in June 2026, Gabi combines a Higher Certificate in Fitness with specialised training in Sports Massage, giving clients a well-rounded approach to strength and recovery. Having competed at a national level in schools MTB league racing and road cycling, including the Cape Town Cycle Tour, Gabi brings a competitive athlete's insight into how the body performs under real physical demand.
Whether you're looking to improve mobility, recover from an injury, or enhance your overall fitness, our tailored approach will empower you to move with confidence, strength, and ease.
Why Train With Us?
We push you beyond perceived limits while instilling sustainability and consistency as core principles. Whether through tailored EM3 sessions, personal training, coaching, expert massage therapy or guided movement strategies, we are committed to supporting you on your journey to resilience, vitality and peak performance.
Join us at MOVEMENT MOBILITY MASSAGE, where expertise meets passion and every session is designed to help you perform at your best, inside and outside the gym.
MOVEMENT MOBILITY MASSAGE
Chanté Van Der Westhuizen
Qualifications
National Certificate in Fitness (Fitpro) 2021
Group Fitness Instructor (Fitpro) 2021
Sporting Achievements
Colour Run Cape Town 2018
Rhino Race Kromdraai 21km 2019
14 km Kings Kloof Mountain Bike Race 2020
Mankele 10km Trail Race 2021
Gabi Schulz
Qualifications
Higher Certificate in Fitness (ETA) 2025
Sports Massage Short Course (EPT Recovery) 2026
Sporting Achievements
Western Cape Spur schools MTB league 2018-2022
Spur school MTB league nationals (half colours) 2019
Cape Town Cycle Tour road 109km 2020
MTB marathon races
MOVEMENT – MOBILITY – MASSAGE
Patrick O'Brien
Qualifications
Diploma in Exercise Science (HFPA) 2011
Advanced EMS Trainer (BODYTEC SA) 2016
Sports & Deep Tissue Massage Level 2 (ETA) 2018
Bachelors in Business Administration in Marketing (IMM) 2028*
Sporting Achievements
Professional Rugby Player for Griquas Rugby Union 2013,
Western Province Rugby 7s, Amateur's & Currie Cup 2014,
Vicenza Rugby Rangers (Italy) 2015 & Boland Rugby Union 2019.
CrossFit Fittest in Cape Town 2016
Impi Elite 21 km Obstacle Race 2018
IFBB Speed Fit Challenge Nationals 2024
IFBB Speed Fit Challenge Internationals 2024 Santa Susanna
Hyrox Cape Town 2025 - Men Open Doubles
Chapman's Peak Half Marathon 2025 - 02:14:59
Cape Town Peace Run 10km 2025 - 52:03
HOKA Stellenbosch Half 2025 - 02:09:26
Versus 21km Road Run Party - 02:00:08
Hyrox Cape Town 2026 - Men Open Doubles & Singles
Deadly Dozen 2026 - Qualified for World Champs with Mishka
MIshka O'Brien
Qualifications
Holistic Massage Therapy (CAMS International) 2023
National Certificate in Fitness (TFA) 2026
Sporting Achievements
South African Open Woman's SUP 2012 - 2014/2015 Champion
ISA World's SUP 30km
2015 10th place
Invictus MMA champ 2016
Titan's Beach Battle 2024 Woman's Team 1st
Hyrox Cape Town 2025 - Ladies Open Solo
Chapman's Peak Half Marathon - 02:14:59
Cape Town Peace Run 10km - 50:02
HOKA Stellenbosch Half 2025 - 02:09:26
Hyrox Cape Town 2026 - Ladies Open Solo
Deadly Dozen 2026 - Qualified for World Champs with Patrick
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