Open Palm Studios is a boutique martial arts and health hub at Unit 4, 1063 Ferry Road in Ferrymead, Christchurch. It blends striking and submission grappling with a focus on mobility, joint conditioning and breathwork. The studio also offers holistic manual therapy, including clinical massage therapy, plus mobility training and personal training. The founder, Jerry, has a lifetime of martial arts experience, starting in Kyokushin karate at the age of three. The studio was set up as a space where like-minded people can work towards their goals in a focused environment.
The studio says its classes will start once its space is ready, and it lists striking and submission grappling classes as coming soon. Customers who have had treatments describe a chilled atmosphere, tailored massage and good sports body work, and they praise the knowledge of the martial arts team. The studio's therapist, Roisin, has a background in care work and says empathy guides her treatments. Bookings and enquiries are made by phone on 027 961 4193 or through the online form.