About Maarten
My name is Maarten, I am 46 years old and I work with passion on relaxation, awareness, and restoring balance between body and mind. Together with my wife and our cat, I live in a quiet home in the Leidsebuurt, where I have set up my studio in a bright and peaceful attic space. It is the ideal place to step away from the hustle and bustle of daily life.
With more than 20 years of experience in healthcare – as an anesthesia assistant, recovery nurse, and in the Anesthesiology outpatient clinic – I have gained extensive knowledge of the body and its recovery processes. Since 2021, I have been bringing this background into my work as a massage practitioner, after completing training at the Akademie voor Massage en Beweging in Amsterdam and Esoterra.
I offer relaxation and holistic massages, in which I work intuitively and combine different techniques. Each session begins with a short check-in where we discuss your wishes and expectations. During the massage, I carefully attune to what you need. Afterward, you are welcome to remain on the table for a while, allowing the experience to settle and integrate.
My aim is simple: to give you a moment of rest and renewed balance, so you can leave recharged and more connected to yourself.
Learning & Growth timeline
- 2021 – Akademie voor Massage & Beweging
Foundation in massage: relaxation, body awareness & mindful touch. - 2022 – Akademie voor Massage & Beweging
Advanced year: therapeutic self-exploration, holistic perspective & communication skills. - 2022–2023 – Dansage (Levels 1–3), Julien Patterson
A creative blend of massage and dance for vitality & playful awareness. - 2023 – Wonderhanden, Masterclass
Trigger point therapy & neurological reset techniques for pain relief. - 2024 – Trager Approach, Level 1
Gentle touch & rhythmic movement for relaxation, freedom & fluidity. - 2024 – Esoterra, Year 2 Massage Therapy Program
Deepening in psychology, body awareness & therapeutic guidance. - July 2025 – Certified Massage Therapist
Holistic & body-oriented specialization.
“It was wonderfully relaxing, and my neck, shoulders, and back feel completely released. Maarten works with great respect and checks in for feedback during the treatment! Highly recommended.”
- Sylvia -
“A massage with a personal touch. I left feeling wonderfully relaxed after a fantastic relaxation massage.”
- Tamara -
“The massage was very pleasant and Maarten really takes his time for you. He is a very kind person to be around, and I felt completely at ease with him.”
- Janet -
“Lovely atmosphere and a great massage, with plenty of time taken to explain everything.”
- Kirsten -
“Maarten massages intuitively and is truly attuned to the client. For me, the slower strokes and touch are deeply relaxing. With him, I feel safe and at ease.”
- Ramona -
'Fijne massage, heel netjes allemaal, stelt goede vragen om de juiste massage te geven. Aanrader!'
- Daniëlle -
'De combinatie van professionaliteit en aandacht voor welzijn maakte deze ervaring uitzonderlijk positief. Een aanrader voor iedereen die zoekt naar zowel ontspanning als vernieuwde energie.'
- Sheila -
Geweldig! Door oprechte interesse te tonen en eerst tijd te nemen voor een gesprek, weet Maarten ongelofelijk goed aan te voelen wat je nodigt hebt in een massage. Hij heeft een gave voor masseren! Persoonlijk, vertrouwd en precies de ontspanning die we allemaal soms even zo hard nodig hebben. Dank! '
- Charlotte -
“Maarten is a friendly massage therapist who immediately makes you feel at ease. He takes plenty of time to tune in to what you need and intuitively senses which massage technique fits best. Every time, I leave the massage table feeling completely renewed.”
- Barbara -
Everyone is welcome
Whoever you are, whatever your age or background may be. My aim is to offer a safe and respectful space where you can simply be yourself and feel completely at ease.