Born and bred in Cape Town, South Africa, Gus has been involved in the health and fitness industry for over 35 years. As a successful personal trainer, he relocated to the UK in 1999 where he was introduced to bodywork.
Gus has explored a variety of soft tissue and hands-on techniques and has, over the years, developed his own style of treatment in his busy clinic in Witney, Oxfordshire, UK.
After realising the importance of the lymphatic system in bodywork and clinical presentations, he started delivering workshops to practitioners on ways of incorporating this important system as part of treatment protocols and symptom resolutions.
Getting involved in the vagus nerve was not far behind as these two systems function (or should) synergistically in maintaining our health and wellbeing - both physically and mentally.
As well as running hands-on and online workshops on both these subjects, Gus has also started his journey into the world of Functional Medicine.
Unlocking the Secrets of the Polyvagal Theory: Navigating the Vagus Nerve for a Happier and Healthier Life
Our vagus nerve, our tenth cranial nerve, aka our “wandering nerve”, is a complex network of fibres winding its way through the brainstem, playing a pivotal role in regulating our emotions, heart rate, digestion, and more. I will stick my neck out and proclaim this nerve as the creator of what we refer to as…
Monthly Member Webinar – Thursday 16th November 2023
Monthly Member Webinar As one of our membership benefits, we are delighted to run a complimentary, monthly members’ webinar to explore a different element of fascia. See the details below for this month’s instalment. Practical details Date: Thursday 16th November Time: 19.00 UK time. Check your timezone here Presenter: Gus de la Querra Title: Polyvagal…
Monthly Members’ Webinar – Polyvagal theory in action
Date: Thursday 16th November 2023Time: 19.00 – 20.00 UK timePresenters: Gus de la QuerraTitle: Polyvagal theory in action Summary: With Poly meaning “many”, the vagus nerve is not just a single nerve with many branches. The word “poly” refers to the fact that we actually have two vagus nerves able to create different physiological and emotional states. Join Gus…
Is stress your Achilles heel?
You’re struggling with this irritating reoccurring pain in your Achilles tendon. It’s been persistent for the last few months and although at times it seems to be getting better, constant inflammation is the order of the day, causing regular flare-ups, stopping you in your tracks. Maybe you’re currently experiencing a certain amount of stress? Stress…
Is your stress your Achilles heel?
by Gus de la Querra You’re struggling with this irritating reoccurring pain in your Achilles tendon. It’s been persistent for the last few months and although at times it seems to be getting better, constant inflammation is the order of the day, causing regular flare-ups, stopping you in your tracks. Maybe you’re currently experiencing a…