{"id":117,"date":"2026-07-19T22:11:27","date_gmt":"2026-07-19T22:11:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/activebalance.budojutsu.com\/?page_id=117"},"modified":"2026-08-03T16:36:08","modified_gmt":"2026-08-03T16:36:08","slug":"about-active-balance","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/activebalance.budojutsu.com\/index.php\/about-active-balance\/","title":{"rendered":"About Active Balance"},"content":{"rendered":"
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About Active Balance<\/h1><\/div><\/div>\n\n

Everyone deserves to move freely and live without unnecessary pain. With that belief in mind, I chose to specialise in Active Balance\u2014a unique treatment method that looks beyond the site of the pain and focuses on restoring balance throughout the entire body.<\/span><\/p>\n

I am personally trained and mentored by Dennis Bartram<\/strong>, the founder of the official Active Balance method in the United Kingdom. His philosophy and treatment principles form the foundation of every session I provide.<\/p>\n

With more than 25 years of experience<\/strong> in movement, posture and the martial arts, I combine this extensive background with the official Active Balance methodology to help people move more freely, comfortably and with greater confidence.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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My Background<\/h1><\/div><\/div>\n\n
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My name is Arnout Griepsma<\/strong>, and for more than 25 years<\/strong> I have been dedicated to the study of movement, posture and personal development. As an instructor of traditional Japanese martial arts, I have learned how essential balance, natural movement and a well-functioning body are to overall health and well-being.<\/span><\/p>\n

While searching for a treatment method that looks beyond symptoms alone, I discovered Active Balance<\/strong>. Its logical and effective approach immediately resonated with me: rather than focusing solely on the complaint itself, Active Balance seeks to identify and address the underlying cause of imbalance within the body.<\/p>\n

To ensure I learn the method as it was originally intended, I am undertaking my training directly with Dennis Bartram<\/strong>, the founder of Active Balance. I believe it is important to study the original method at its source and to continue developing my knowledge and skills through ongoing education and practical experience.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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My Training<\/h1><\/div><\/div>\n\n
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A good therapist never stops learning. That is why I chose to study the official Active Balance method directly with its founder, Dennis Bartram<\/strong>. By continually expanding my knowledge and refining my skills, I am able to treat my clients according to the original principles of Active Balance.<\/span><\/p>\n

This commitment to ongoing professional development ensures that every treatment is delivered with the latest knowledge, while remaining true to the philosophy and standards of the official Active Balance method.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Learning from the Founder<\/h1><\/div><\/div>\n\n
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My training takes place under the personal guidance of Dennis Bartram<\/strong>, the developer of the Active Balance method in the United Kingdom. Throughout this programme, I am learning not only the techniques themselves, but also the philosophy behind them: viewing the body as one interconnected system and identifying the underlying cause of a complaint rather than simply treating its symptoms.<\/span><\/p>\n

I believe that quality begins with excellent training. That is why I have chosen to follow the official Active Balance training pathway and remain committed to continuous professional development. This gives you the confidence of knowing that your treatment is based on the original Active Balance principles.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Why Choose Active Balance?<\/h1><\/div><\/div>\n\n

Every treatment is personal and focused on restoring your body's natural balance. This is what you can expect from Active Balance.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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      Practical Information<\/h1><\/div><\/div>\n\n

      Below you will find the key information about an Active Balance treatment.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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      Before Your Treatment<\/h4>

      To help ensure your treatment is as comfortable and effective as possible, we kindly ask you to keep the following in mind:<\/span><\/p>\n

      Initial Consultation & Assessment<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

      Your first appointment begins with a consultation and an assessment of your symptoms, posture and movement.<\/p>\n

      Personal One-to-One Treatment<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

      Every treatment is provided on a one-to-one basis in a calm and relaxed environment, and is fully tailored to your individual needs.<\/p>\n

      Treatment by Appointment Only<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

      All treatments are by appointment only, ensuring that sufficient time and personal attention are dedicated to every client.<\/p>\n

      Comfortable Long Trousers<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

      Please wear comfortable long trousers, such as tracksuit or sports trousers, to allow free movement during your treatment.<\/p>\n

      Clean Socks<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

      Please wear or bring a clean pair of socks. Treatments are carried out without shoes for your comfort and to maintain good hygiene.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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      Practical Information<\/h4>

      Treatment Duration<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n

      A treatment session lasts approximately 40~60 minutes<\/strong>, including the initial consultation and assessment during your first appointment.<\/p>\n

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      Payment<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

      Payment can be made immediately after your treatment.<\/p>\n

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      Rescheduling or Cancellation<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

      If you are unable to attend your appointment, please let us know as soon as possible so that we may offer the reserved time to another client.<\/p>\n

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      Companions<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

      To ensure a calm and focused treatment environment, we kindly ask that you attend your appointment without companions, unless this has been arranged in advance.<\/p>\n

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      Questions?<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

      If you have any questions before your appointment or would like to know whether Active Balance is suitable for your situation, please feel free to get in touch. We are happy to help.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-117","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/activebalance.budojutsu.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/117","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/activebalance.budojutsu.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/activebalance.budojutsu.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/activebalance.budojutsu.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/activebalance.budojutsu.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=117"}],"version-history":[{"count":44,"href":"https:\/\/activebalance.budojutsu.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/117\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":271,"href":"https:\/\/activebalance.budojutsu.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/117\/revisions\/271"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/activebalance.budojutsu.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=117"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}