Client stretching in the garden during an SF Studios outdoor session

Hampstead, London · 5 Ella Mews, NW3

Physiotherapy, Movement and Whole-Person Care

A warm, welcoming space in Hampstead for recovery, growth and discovery. We are a physiotherapy clinic that brings together expert physiotherapy, functional movement, strength training and restorative treatments.

Our whole-person approach integrates body, heart and mind, so you can move, feel and live better.

  • 2016

    Established

  • ICO

    Regulated practice

  • HCPC

    Registered Physio

  • Hampstead

    5 Ella Mews NW3

What makes us different

Where clinical expertise meets whole-person care.

SF Studios brings together physiotherapy, movement and wellness under one roof, connecting recovery, strength and long-term wellbeing. Combining evidence-based expertise with whole-person care, we help people recover, build strength and create lasting change.

We teach people to understand and own their bodies, so you leave each session more capable, not more dependent. The aim is not to keep you coming back forever. It is to give you the strength, knowledge and tools to look after yourself for life. Whether you work with us in one area or several, every programme is designed around your body, your goals and your life.

Our philosophy

What we believe

We believe great healthcare is about more than relieving pain. It's about helping people understand their bodies, move with confidence and build lasting health, giving them the freedom to do more of what they love. These beliefs shape everything we do.

Client stretching outdoors during an SF Studios movement session

The body works as a whole.

Pain, movement, stress and recovery are deeply connected.

A full class raising their arms together at SF Studios

Knowledge changes outcomes

Understanding your body helps you make better decisions for your health.

Instructor guiding a client through a standing balance exercise

Lasting change takes time

Small, consistent improvements create better long-term results than quick fixes.

Suzanne with a long-term client at the studio

Independence is success

Our goal isn't for you to need us forever. It's to give you the confidence to thrive without us.

How we work

Four principles every session

Whatever brings you through our doors, these four principles shape every appointment, every treatment and every programme.

Hands-on first.

Treat the whole person

Working together works better

Teaching is part of the treatment

Intro offer New clients start here

14 days. All classes. One assessment.

If you're new to SF Studios, the Intro Offer is the most generous way in. One 30-min movement assessment + 14 days of unlimited classes across every class type. No commitment, no pressure to continue. The 30-minute movement assessment helps us understand where you're at, then have 14 days of unlimited classes to try the lot - Functional Strength, Modern Pilates, Yoga Flow, Whole Body MOT, Midday Energy Boost. Decide what fits you, then continue at your own pace.

Three pillars. One team

Where to start

Your journey starts with you. Whatever brings you here, we'll help you find the right combination of care, movement and support for your individual needs.

HCPC-registered · Hands-on

Physiotherapy

For pain, injury, recovery and persistent conditions that won't shift. Expert care, hands-on treatment and Kinvent technology across 8 condition areas.

Conditions listed:

Back · Neck · Shoulder · Knee · Foot & ankle · Sports · Pre & post-surgery · Senior

Physio-led classes

Movement

For strength, mobility and a movement practice that respects how your body actually works. Small-group classes and 1:1 sessions.

What's on:

5 class types · 1:1 Reformer Pilates · 1:1 Functional Training

Bespoke programmes and coaching

Wellness

For meaningful change that extends beyond the treatment room. Life coaching, physiotherapy-led massage, breathwork and whole-person programmes tailored to where you are right now.

What's on offer:

Life coaching · Massage therapy · Trauma-informed recovery · Wellness package

1-hour assessment 3 × 30-minute follow-ups

Summer Physio Reset offer

Four physiotherapy sessions for £189, with Tamas Kariko-Toth. A full hour to work out what's going on, then three follow-ups to put the plan into action. A straightforward way to get started.

Suzanne Ferreira guiding a client through assisted stretching at SF Studios

Founder story

Founded on lived experience.

Founder Suzanne Ferreira's understanding of the body has been shaped by both her 25 years of clinical practice, and by her own experience of significant injury and recovery. It reinforced a simple but powerful philosophy: lasting health comes from treating the whole person, not just the symptom. Today, that philosophy is at the heart of everything SF Studios does. It has earned Suzanne the trust of her clients and helped hundreds of people move beyond pain to live healthier, fuller lives.

Real outcomes

Real People. Real Results.

From recovering after surgery to feeling stronger at 75. These are the stories of people who came to SF Studios and did not just heal, they transformed, including some who have been moving with Suz for the better part of a decade.

An amazing and inspiring studio, with the most wonderful and professional teachers. Highly recommend it.

Eli Gharbi

Studiolong-term client

I can only suggest to go and check out this studio. Doesn't matter if you just want to keep your shape or if you have some injuries or issues, you can find the best classes and therapists which suits the best for you to get in shape or get better. The team, the customer service, the place are amazing.

Gyongyver Solyom

Studiolong-term client

They nursed me back to health and fitness after I fractured my pelvis skiing….. not only does Suzanne run a super efficient knowledgable practice but all of her team have real passion commitment and skill in what they each do and bags of empathy and positive energy too… I cant recommend SF Studios highly enough to you.

Angela King

Physiolong-term client

Tamas truly helped me understand the real cause behind my pain. Not just a quick fix - a proper, considered plan that addressed everything. I finally understand my own back.

Mother Tantawi

PhysioBackpain • Physio with Tamas

I am a fairly long term participant of classes with Suz and was wary of trying one with Alex. However, I have now done at least six and am happy to be there as he varies the exercises, and bears in mind that the ages in the classes range from almost 80 down to 30's. What I like most is that he addresses the whole body, stretching and working as many limbs and muscles as he can in the one hour. He also attends to us all too, watching and adjusting constantly so that we get the most out of the class. I am no longer so upset when I hear Suz is away as I know Alex will be there to cover the class. What I would like is some background music but that is a very personal suggestion! It helps distract me from the efforts I am making and the inner groaning noises in my mind.

Valerie (Moss)

Movementlong-term client

I like the format of Alex's class — very similar to John's — which keeps the exercises moving and a good mixture of stretch and strength for the whole body. I should be happier though if he wouldn't say 'do 10 press-ups as a warm-up' when I can't even do one properly!!

Lesley

Movementlong-term client

Congratulations and thank you so much for offering live classes with André Kamienski. I have been training with André for more than three years, group and private classes. He is one of the most talented trainers I have come across. He teaches with passion, integrity and joy, and one feels his creative energy. His classes are not a walk in the park, but with commitment, one will harvest the benefits. I truly found the time spent with André transformative in overall well-being. I shall say at this point that I am recovering from a shoulder injury, and I would be nowhere near where I am without him. I hope you will spread the word to your community what an incredibly teacher you have taken on board and that he gets the support to make his new endeavour a success. If anyone would like to have more detailed feedback, please do not hesitate to contact me. Once again, congratulations!

Sonja

Movementlong-term client

I have really enjoyed my sessions with John - he made me feel welcome by connecting with me. John helped me get fit for skiing and I found it easy to follow his instructions and the sessions left me feeling well exercised and good. I would describe John as an excellent trainer for people who like to be physically pushed to their boundaries

Gordon, Male 70's

Movementlong-term client

The classes are small enough to allow for a lot of individual attention and allow for varying ability and bits that hurt! They are not easy but you can work at your own level and it is very satisfying to see a gradual improvement. Overall, a very welcoming and non-competitive atmosphere.

Lesley Magnus

Movementlong-term client

High quality studio and teaching, a beautiful space with fantastic facilities and services and a really friendly atmosphere and community-feeling. I've been going to Marco's classes for over a year and they have had a huge impact on my body and my abilities in regards to strength and mobility. I can do things now I never thought I could do and I can see a huge difference. He's a really excellent instructor and his expertise and novel understanding of bodily functions and how they are interconnected are really valuable and eye opening. I highly recommend this studio!

Usha Waygood

Movementlong-term client

Now that I've been moving with Suz at SF Studios for close to eight years, I can honestly say my body is in better shape than it has ever been.

Fiona McMorrough

Movementlong-term client

After four weeks I feel a lightness and openness in my body I'm not sure I've ever experienced. My neck is no longer locked up. My shoulders are unclenched.

Clair Whitefield

Movementlong-term client

Osteopath Chris is brilliant with pain management, providing many different hands-on treatment alternatives. He also addresses the sources of discomfort focusing on how pain can be reduced for long term benefits. His approach is holistic with a strong emphasis on natural methodologies, focused a lot on nutrition and gut health. I enjoy seeing Chris as he always makes me laugh and I feel so much lighter and easier after our sessions, taking action points to implement at home for long term wellbeing.

Joana Čižinauskaitė

WellnessPain • Osteo with Chris

Domenico is an absolute star! I have tried many massage therapist in the past but never had such a great experience before. Finally someone knowledgeable who gave a sensible explanation why my neck and shoulders are rock solid from the stiffness and why I am having recurring lower back pain. He does not only treat the muscles that need softening but look at the body as whole. He gave really useful advices for every day life, what and how to do differently. (posture,exercises,etc.) He is very competent at what he is doing and I wouldn't call him a massage therapist… He is something much greater than that.

Nora Petracs

Wellnesslong-term client

Domenico at SF Studio is the most knowledgeable and effective massage therapist I have ever met and my goto person for maintenance, pre- and post race leg massage as well as for treating niggles and pains caused by my high-volume training for long distance and mountain running competitions. Domenico truly understands the issue he is presented with. He has a truly holistic and tailored approach to the individual needs and, making use of the most relevant of the variety of techniques he masters, he has always been able to provide long lasting and effective solutions to my issues, which have ranged from DOMS, to ITB pain, tendon and muscle contractions. I have recommended him to friends and acquaintances as I have the utmost confidence in his expertise and experience.

Roberta G

Wellnesslong-term client

I booked a massage with Domenico. He did an incredible job at identifying my pain (I had a problem with my upper back but had no idea what I did), and worked on it in depth. After the session my pain was gone. He explained what he was doing well and told me how to manage my pain going forward. The session was a lot of work, no time wasting. Worth every minute, and made me want to invest in regular check ins. The studio is a great space and has a great bed - I'm 6'1 so small massage beds annoy me, I fit on theirs perfectly fine. They also have showers so you can get ready for rest of your day. Worth looking into if you're after quality care.

Alex K

Wellnesslong-term client

Location

Where to find us

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SF Studios • Hampstead, London

Address
5 Ella Mews, London, NW3 2NH
Opening hours
Mon–Fri · 07:0020:00Sat · 08:0014:00
Nearest station
Hampstead Heath Overground, 5 min walk
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