February 2026
Tonik Recovery: Bendigo's Quiet Space for Bodies That Work Hard
Tucked into a quiet street in Strathdale, Tonik Recovery is the kind of space Bendigo needed but didn't quite have yet: calm, professional, and built around the idea that looking after your body shouldn't feel like a luxury or an afterthought. Whether you're sore from work, tight from training, or just running on empty, this is where you go to reset properly.
If you've driven past Unit 1 at 4 Schoder Street, you might have noticed the clean signage and understated shopfront. That's deliberate. Tonik Recovery isn't trying to shout at you from the street; it's designed to feel like a calm reset the moment you walk in.
Run by Glenn, the studio offers remedial massage, infrared sauna, cold tub, and compression therapy. The approach is simple: help people who work hard, train hard, or just live hard to feel better in their bodies. No fluff, no pseudo-science, just practical recovery that actually works.
What Makes It Different
Bendigo's got gyms, physios, and day spas. Tonik Recovery sits somewhere in between. It's not about pampering or pushing through pain—it's about repairing, resetting, and getting you back to feeling like yourself.
The website (designed and built by us, if you're wondering) lays it out clearly: Reset. Repair. Rejuvenate. Each service is there for a reason, whether that's easing tight muscles, calming your nervous system, or clearing the mental fog that comes with being permanently busy.
The Space
The studio itself feels intentional. Clean lines, warm lighting, zero clutter. Everything from the branding to the brochures to the window decals reflects the same calm, professional energy. It's a space that respects your time and treats recovery as a real part of looking after yourself, not an Instagram moment.
Who It's For
Tradies with sore backs. Gym regulars who train too hard and recover too little. Office workers whose shoulders live somewhere near their ears. Parents who forgot what it feels like to not be tired. Basically, anyone in Bendigo who uses their body and wants it to keep working properly.
Services That Make Sense
Remedial Massage — Hands-on treatment that actually targets the problem, not just a relaxing rub-down.
Infrared Sauna — Deep heat that helps with recovery, sleep, and clearing your head. Thirty bucks for a session.
Cold Tub — Twenty dollars to reset your nervous system and learn what real clarity feels like.
Compression Therapy — Wagnum compression boots that speed recovery and reduce soreness. Also thirty bucks.
You can book online through Fresha, or just call Glenn directly if you've got questions.
Why We're Writing About It
We've worked with Tonik Recovery on branding, signage, business cards, brochures, and their website. Watching the studio go from concept to fully running has been one of those projects where everything lines up: clear vision, good execution, and a real gap in the local market being filled properly.
If you're in Bendigo and your body's trying to tell you something, this is a good place to listen.
Research from the National Institutes of Health shows that regular recovery practices like massage, sauna, and cold therapy can significantly improve muscle recovery and reduce inflammation. The Australian Institute of Sport also recognises infrared sauna and compression therapy as effective recovery modalities for athletes and active individuals.
Looking to refresh your business's visual identity like Tonik did? Check out our guides on how branding works for small businesses, signage for new spaces, and what to print when starting out.
Tonik Recovery
Unit 1 / 4 Schoder St, Strathdale
tonikrecovery.com.au tonikrecovery@gmail.com
