MEET the
MASSAGE SPECIALIST
Meet GRAY
Hello, I’m Gray — founder of River Flow Yoga and now, Mountain Flow Massage. My journey into massage therapy is a natural extension of my lifelong exploration of movement, stillness, and the profound wisdom held within our bodies.
With a background as a British Wheel of Yoga teacher and a specialist in the field of tactile communication, I’ve spent much of my life attuned to the subtleties of non-verbal communication and the healing power of touch. My massage practice is rooted in the landscapes of Mid Wales — the flowing rivers, the steady presence of the Black Mountains — and guided by my commitment to inclusive, responsive care for all bodies and beings.
At Mountain Flow Massage, every session is an invitation to come home to yourself. Led by Gray Nolan, an experienced therapist who weaves the wisdom of touch with mindful presence, each treatment is crafted to meet you where you are — whether you seek deep rest, gentle healing, or relief from pain. Grounded in the quiet strength of Mid Wales and guided by inclusive, responsive care, Mountain Massage offers more than a massage: it’s a journey toward balance, ease, and embodied wellbeing. You’ll leave not just refreshed, but truly reconnected — with your body, your breath, and the steady ground beneath you.
Mountain Flow Massage made my day!
my journey
Thai Massage
My training in Thai massage began in 2013 as part of my MSc research into deafblind communication and the role of touch. I’ve since deepened my skills through advanced training with the Mudita School of Thai Yoga Massage in Khao Sok National Park, Thailand.
Thai massage — also known as nuad boran — is an ancient, clothed bodywork practice performed on a futon. It combines assisted yoga-like stretches, rhythmic pressure, and acupressure to release tension, improve mobility, and support energy flow. Rooted in mindfulness and compassion (metta), it offers a deeply restorative and meditative experience. Click to learn more about Thai massage here
The Jing Method – Clinical Massage
I’ve trained with the Jing Institute in Advanced Clinical Massage — an evidence-informed approach that draws on a fusion of Eastern and Western bodywork. Treatments are carried out on a massage table and may include myofascial release, trigger point therapy, deep tissue work, and breath-led soft tissue techniques.
The Jing Method is especially effective for treating chronic pain, postural issues, stress-related conditions, and muscular discomfort. I am currently completing their Advanced Clinical Massage Therapist (ACMT) certificate to further refine this therapeutic work.
Click to learn more about the Jing Method massage here
A Blended, Responsive Approach
I offer both Thai massage (on a futon) and clinical massage (on a table), or a blended session that fuses the two styles — tailored to your body and your needs. Whether you’re seeking relief, reconnection, or simply deep rest, I’ll work with you to create a treatment that meets you where you are.
Sliding scale and barter options are available. Accessibility accommodations can be discussed when booking your session.
At Mountain Flow Massage, everything is guided by the same principle:
Grounded in Stillness. Flowing in Care.
philosophy
I believe that wellness is not a destination but a journey—a rhythm we return to again and again as life shifts and unfolds. Massage, to me, is more than technique; it is a conversation between the body and the spirit, an invitation to pause and listen deeply to what is truly needed.
I’m drawn to the subtle transformations: the softening of tension, the breath that comes easier, the way stillness allows something unspoken to rise to the surface. These moments—quiet yet profound—are where healing often begins.
My approach is rooted in PRESENCE. Every session starts with connection, meeting each person where they are in that moment—whether they’re seeking relief from pain, space to recharge, or simply a sense of being held with care.
II combine mindful touch with informed technique, but I also trust intuition to guide the flow of the work. It’s about creating a space where the body feels safe enough to let go, where balance can be restored, and where the simple act of being cared for can ripple outward into the rest of life.
Beyond massage, my philosophy draws on my background in yoga, meditation, and time spent in nature with my partner, Matthew Hughes, at River Flow Yoga.
The mountains, with their quiet strength and steady presence, inspire the way I live and work—reminding me that true wellness is grounded, patient, and deeply connected to the world around us. Whether on the mat, in the therapy room, or simply walking outdoors, I seek to help others rediscover that same sense of balance and belonging within themselves.
upcoming river flow retreats
Flow Like a River
Yoga & Wild Swimming Retreat
2 nights – various dates throughout the year
Queer Nature
A Retreat for LGBTQ+ Belonging
2 nights 26th -28th September 2025
Samhain Shadows
& The Veiled Mirror – A Weekend of Ritual & Reflection
2 nights 19th – 21st June 2026
Fire and Ice
Sauna & Cold Water Swimming Retreat
