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Wellbeing at Savannah: meet Ariane Tursan d’Espaignet, new practitioner at Les Ateliers de Gros Bois
16 Apr 2026
Since March 2026, the range of services available at Savannah Connected Countryside has expanded with the arrival of a new health and wellbeing practitioner at Les Ateliers de Gros Bois.
An expanded wellbeing offering at Les Ateliers de Gros Bois
Through a holistic approach, Ariane Tursan d’Espaignet offers personalised sessions combining massage techniques, reflexology and natural wellbeing guidance, tailored to each individual’s needs.
These treatments are open to anyone wishing to take a moment for themselves, whether you live, work or are simply passing through the region.
We spoke with Ariane to learn more about her background and her approach.
Ariane, could you tell us about your background and your approach to wellbeing?
I have been practising as an independent health and wellbeing practitioner since 2009, mainly in the Curepipe and Floréal region. My journey has led me to train internationally, including as a health and wellbeing practitioner at EIBE Toulouse, as well as in aquatic therapies such as Watsu, Woga, Clinical Watsu and adapted aquatic bodywork, accredited by WABA USA.
My approach is holistic: I consider the person as a whole in order to provide treatments tailored to their specific needs. Whether the objective is to relieve physical tension, support stress management, or simply maintain overall balance, each session is adapted accordingly.
Now based in Gros Bois, I speak French, English, Italian and Creole, which allows me to support a wide range of people.
Who are these treatments for?
Sessions are suitable for anyone looking to improve their wellbeing or ease everyday tensions.
This may include:
- people experiencing back, neck or shoulder tension
- professionals dealing with stress
- parents wishing to support a hyperactive child
- individuals experiencing fatigue or jet lag
- pregnant women
- those looking to complement medical treatment with supportive care
- anyone adopting a preventive approach to maintaining their health
Each session is personalised according to current needs.
What types of treatments do you offer?
Sessions combine a variety of techniques drawn from traditional medicine and recognised relaxation practices, helping to relieve physical tension, support circulation and encourage overall relaxation.
Massage and bodywork techniques
- Chinese energy massage An Mo Tui Na
- Zen Shiatsu (working on meridians according to traditional Chinese medicine)
- Signature massage including trigger points and acupressure
- Indian head massage
- Relaxing Abhyanga massage
- Korean relaxation and fascia work
- Targeted back, neck and shoulder massage
- Pregnancy massage and baby massage
Reflexology and circulation
- Foot reflexology (Eunice Ingham method)
- Hand reflexology
- Lymphatic drainage (Vodder method)
- Leg circulation protocol
Holistic wellbeing approach
- Aromatherapy advice
- Naturopathy guidance
- Guidance based on the core principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine
The objective is to provide fully tailored sessions, combining different techniques depending on each individual.
Why offer these services at Les Ateliers de Gros Bois?
Les Ateliers de Gros Bois is a convenient local hub where several services dedicated to everyday life and wellbeing are already available. The addition of this new wellbeing offering reflects a broader intention to provide useful and accessible services, both for Savannah residents and for anyone living, working or travelling through the southern region.
Taking care of yourself becomes easier when it is available close to home.
Practical information
📍 Location: Les Ateliers de Gros Bois, Savannah Connected Countryside
🕒 Main day of practice: Wednesdays
⏱ Session duration:
30 minutes | 45 minutes | 60 minutes | 1h30
📞 Bookings (WhatsApp): 52 59 53 07