Take control of your multiple sclerosis

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Welcome to T.E.A.MS Essex. Your source of Therapy and Exercise to keep you Active – helping to manage your Multiple sclerosis.

A group with the support you need.

Being diagnosed with MS is frightening. But we can help you come to terms with your diagnosis. Come speak with the team and group members about your worries. You’ll find answers, support and the next steps in taking control of your MS.

What people are saying

  • T.E.A. MS offers me the chance to meet people who understand MS. They’ve given me advice, exercise I can handle and true friendships that’s helped me immeasurably.

    Emma

  • It’s great to meet all my friends at the group. It encourages me to push myself just a little bit more. The guidance that you get from the trainers and the help from the masseurs keeps me looking forwards to Thursdays

    Rob

  • The T.E.A.MS Thursday meeting is my must go event of the week because it encourages me to undertake exercises I know improve my Mobility and Stability and shows helpful movements to practise at home. Also, it provides the opportunity to chat the others about anything over refreshments in a friendly; welcoming and relaxed atmosphere.

    Chris G

  • T.E.A.MS Is such a friendly, warm, welcoming group where we all get the chance to exercise, chat, laugh & even cry without being judge of our individual abilities. It is very well organised & overwhelmingly indulging with the homemade cakes and savouries on offer in the tea room.

    Claire

  • Good to meet up with people who understand your condition, also you can ask questions, you do exercises at you own pace, very friendly group.

    Shirley

  • The T.E.A.M.S meet on a Thursday is for me a much needed weekly dose of essential group exercise and a chance to chat and laugh with friends while enjoying a cuppa and delicious homemade snack-a-rooney!

    Angie

  • The T.E.A.MS group on a Thursday has given my husband the confidence in helping with talk about how the diagnosis has made him appropriate life and support is there with this group every week with laughs and kind people to have a chat with

    Donna & Mark

Keep active, feel great

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When you have M.S, staying active with physical exercise is so important. But it’s more than just exercise: friendship and support are vital. You’ll find both at T.E.A.MS.

Our group is led by experienced, qualified instructors and therapists who offer their expertise at weekly sessions. The focus is on positive living. With a deep knowledge and understanding M.S, you’ll get invaluable advice and support, not only for yourself but for your families and carers too. 

Whether you’re recently diagnosed or you’ve lived with M.S. for many years, you’ll fit right in.

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Come for a visit

Our brand new meeting centre is disabled friendly with two floors and a lift to the upper floor, which we use as a massage and stretch suite. This is where you’ll find our therapists Shirley, Teresa, Natalie and Sam.

On the ground floor we have two exercise areas where you can join a class with Jaci, Miles, Lisle or Tom, have a full body stretch or work one-to-one with an instructor. There’s also space where you have a sit and enjoy a cup of tea or coffee with a slice of cake. The choice is yours. 

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Many of our staff are also available to work privately in their local areas, please enquire directly.

Meet the Team

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    Jaci Cebreiro

    Sports Therapist, Personal trainer and Sports Massage Therapist.

    Jaci has been teaching exercise to those with M.S for over 28 years

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    Miles Kempton

    Personal Trainer

    Miles has been a Personal Trainer for 10 years and worked with M.S for 7 years.

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    Shirley Jennings

    Mobile Sport, Massage & Reflexology Therapist

    Shirley has been working with M.S, patients for over 20 years.

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    Teresa Harding

    Complimentary, Massage & Reflexology Therapist

    20 years of experience in holistic treatments like reflexology, Indian head massage and traditional massage.

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    Natalie Henson

    Mobile Beauty Therapist

    Natalie has worked with M.S. patients for over 10 years.

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    TEAMS Committee

    Tina Hinchen, Jaci Cebreiro, Lynne Anderson, Bilinda Busch, Shirley Jennings, Carol Toms, Bob Toms & Fay Tsiappouli

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    Sam Buffin

    Massage therapist with over 20 years experience, 6 of these with M.S. patients.

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    Tom Harris

    Personal Trainer.

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    Lisle Pugh

    Biomechanics therapist

    Lisle has been working with M.S for over 2 years.

For a suggested £10 donation

  • Four expert therapists who stretch and relax tight muscles, easing stiffness and pain.

  • Get yourself moving under the helpful guidance our professional personal trainers.

  • Get some focused time with one of the team without interruptions. One to one personal tuition to help you increase muscle power and stamina.

Don’t forget we always have a variety of homemade cakes on offer with tea and coffee!

Come to T.E.A.MS

Learn about MS, get help and make lasting friendships

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