Joel Tiglao
Fitness & Sports Massage Therapist
Sports Masseur
Joel’s expertise set the path for optimal performance among top athletes, bodybuilders at the international level, and pro-level football players.
Joel Tiglao is a DHA Licensed Massage Therapist, He graduated from the Philippines’ Professional School of Alternative Practices and Massage Therapy and Completed a Diploma in Fitness and Sports Massage at ETA-College Dubai in 2015. He worked in prominent Sports Medicine & orthopaedic and Physio clinics in UAE. He has extensive expertise in Sports and fitness massage treatments and Manual Therapy modalities such as advanced Ergon, Osteon/orthopaedic manual techniques, Kinesio and athletic taping, Sports Cupping therapy, etc .
Sports massage therapy is beneficial not only for athletes but also for people interested in sporting/gym activities and also for those suffering from acute and chronic pain, anxiety, stress, poor sleeping pattern and alignment/postural issues.

Joel's Expertise - FITNESS AND SPORTS Massage therapy for Pro athletes, bodybuilders and beginners.
Bodybuilding demands a good physique and studious recovery. A massage therapy program achieves sculpted perfection. Joel offers customised massage therapies for pro bodybuilders and athletes. These therapies address their specific needs, like enhancing muscle growth and addressing tightness and imbalances that hinder their progress in bodybuilding and athletics performance.
Recognising the individuality of every athlete, he derives personalised therapies that create a strong impact in the sports world. He is keenly interested in treating sports injuries, providing injury-prevention techniques, recovery techniques, and rehabilitation exercises that improve your physical condition and help you achieve your full potential in competition. Joel takes a holistic approach that emphasises your emotional and physical health.
Exclusive Therapies for Pro-bodybuilders and athletes
- Kinesio & Athletic Taping
- Sports/Dry cupping therapy
- Sports Cupping Therapy
- MyoFascial Release
- Dry Manipulation
- Deep Tissue release
- Reflexotherapy/ Focus on Feet
With Joel’s expert guidance, you can prevent potential issues and improve your postural alignment. Get a competition-ready physique and achieve peak performance!
ATTENDED SPORTS AND FITNESS EVENTS
- 3 x Emirates World Rugby 7s
- 1 x Nike Run / WeRunDXB
- 1x World Beach Tennis Championship
- 1x Dubai Muscle Show
- 1x Adidas Dubai Marathon
- 1x Horse Racing Meydan
- 1x FIFA Beach World Cup
- 2x American School of Dubai [Football, Running, etc]
Video Testimonial
International Federation of Body Builders (IFBB-Pro) Athlete
“I have never trusted a Sports Massage Therapist except Joel,” says Gale, an IFBB Pro BodyBuilder athlete who has been relying on Joel throughout her journey to the golden medal.
For bodybuilders like Gale, Joel’s approach is tailored to meet the specific demands of high-intensity training. His treatments focus on optimising muscle recovery, enhancing flexibility, and preventing injury, all while ensuring athletes can perform at their peak. The trust Gale places in Joel stems from his expertise in understanding the unique needs of bodybuilders, helping them manage muscle fatigue and maintain top performance levels.
Joel’s personalised sessions not only provide immediate relief from muscle tension and soreness but also work proactively to keep the body in balance, allowing athletes like Gale to push themselves harder with every workout. Whether preparing for competitions or maintaining overall fitness, Joel’s therapy is a vital component of recovery and performance enhancement for pro athletes.
Calisthenics Athlete & Free Diving Champion:
“I came to Joel with pain everywhere; my arms, my shoulders, my chest, my back – you name it, I had it. I’m leaving OrthoPro feeling like a million dollars” says Zarir, Calisthenics athlete and free diving champion.
For high-caliber athletes, Joel combines a number of treatments that involve post-workout recovery as well as injury prevention, enhanced mobility, and muscle tension relief. His tailored approach helps athletes perform at their peak while minimising downtime between intense training sessions.