About Us

Raúl S-V Calderón MA, MFHT

Following many hours of massage treatments, privately and within the clinical environment, and an intensive training in both the best massage and yoga practices, Raúl S-V Calderón embarks on a new venture launching SANAR.

SANAR, “to heal” in Spanish, provides bespoke therapeutic treatments to ensure clients receive the appropriate level of care according to their needs and physical condition.

The unique insight that yoga knowledge provides to understand the human body and mind, combined with the therapeutic properties of the most advanced massage techniques, makes SANAR the right place to benefit from the long-lasting positive therapeutic effects of massage and/or yoga therapy. 

SANAR’s main mission is to provide an individualised and unhurried service to everyone, and to ensure that all treatments received meet clients’ expectations. Careful attention is given to consultation before, during and after any treatment.

“This new venture is informed by my experience, as well as fuelled by my passion and commitment to provide exquisite care and attention to my clients. I hope that on your first visit I can understand your needs, so I can treat you as you expect. I will be delighted to see you happy afterwards, and of course to see you again”. Raúl 

  • Originally from Spain, resident in the UK since 2000, Raúl’s background is in dance and physical theatre, having worked as a professional performer for many years as well as a Manager and producer. After completing an MA in Newcastle upon Tyne, he later qualified as a Sports Massage Therapist and a Yoga Teacher & Therapist, enhancing his knowledge of anatomy, how the human body works and how to restore balance to avoid injury and promote better and faster recovery.

    Qualified in Sports Massage Therapy to Level 5 and trained as a Yoga Teacher and Clinical Yoga Therapist. Raúl’s approach to therapy is based on a bespoke methodology, responding to the client's needs, and aiming to treat a particular muscle group, condition, or simply performing a full body maintenance massage.

    When it comes to yoga practice or using yoga in its therapeutic application, alignment, strength and better postural and movement mechanics are at the core of every treatment.

    Thanks to his continuous training, that includes a daily yoga practice and study, Raúl has gained a deep understanding of body posture and how to treat clients with a diverse range of problems, ailments or needs.

Relevant qualifications and further training include:

  • Sports Massage Therapy & Exercise Rehabilitation, Levels 3, 4 & 5

  • Yoga Instructor, awarded First Class Honours with Commendation by The International Association of Yoga Teachers. Sananda

  • Clinical Yoga Therapy Certificate

  • Indian Head Massage. Level 3

  • Dry Cupping, Myofascial Decompression

  • Hot Stones Massage 

  • Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilisation (ASTM)

  • Advanced Muscle Energy Techniques (METs)

  • City & Guilds Teachers certificate. Stages 1 & 2

  • VTCT (ITEC), Level 2 Infection Prevention

  • First Aid at Work Certificate

  • Other qualifications include an MA from Northumbria University and History of Art Studies Degree

Member of the Federation of Holistic Therapists & The International Assotiation of Yoga Therapists. 

SANAR complies with all current legislation regarding Holistic Therapy Treatments, including Rushcliffe Borough Council’s Licence (MSB0140) to operate on the premises.