Special Jury
President of the jury
Miroslav Skoric
Miroslav Skoric is an internationally recognized massage therapist, teacher and massage competition judge from Banja Luka, Bosnia and Herzegovina. A former World Massage Championship finalist and silver medallist in Swedish Massage, he has been active in international massage competitions for many years. He is a co-founder and organizer of the first Open Massage Championship of Bosnia and Herzegovina. Miroslav has served as a jury member at major international events, including the European Massage Championship. He is also an Ambassador of the International Massage Association and the AMTC, as well as the World Wellness Weekend Country Ambassador for Bosnia and Herzegovina. Passionate about sharing knowledge, he combines professional expertise, competition experience and a strong commitment to the development of massage and wellness worldwide. We are honoured to welcome Miroslav Skoric as President of the Jury of the Nations Massage Tournament 2026.
Jury Expert
Nordine Meguellati
Nordine Meguellati is an internationally recognized massage expert, educator and speaker, specializing in Ayurvedic massage techniques and holistic bodywork. He has developed signature massage protocols for leading wellness brands, including Thalgo’s “Mer des Indes.” As an international trainer, he regularly teaches Ayurvedic massage and Marmatherapy to professionals, including doctors and future Ayurvedic physicians in India. His expertise has led him to lecture at prestigious Indian universities and institutions. Nordine is also an experienced massage competition judge. After serving on the jury of the French Massage Championship, he has chosen to dedicate himself exclusively to the Nations Massage Tournament, the only competition where Ayurveda has its own dedicated category. Passionate about transmission and excellence, he brings a unique combination of technical expertise, cultural knowledge and a deep understanding of the art of touch. We are delighted to welcome Nordine Meguellati as a Jury Member of the Nations Massage Tournament 2026.
Jury
Elena Peter
Elena Peter is a French beauty and wellness professional. She is the Director of two École Terrade establishments, in Annemasse and Annecy, France. She was awarded the prestigious title of Meilleur Ouvrier de France (MOF) in Esthetics in 2011, recognizing outstanding professional excellence. With many years of experience in education and professional training, she is deeply committed to excellence, skills development and knowledge sharing. Elena has also served on official MOF examination juries in the fields of esthetics and makeup artistry. Her expertise combines high professional standards, a strong eye for technique and a passion for mentoring the next generation of professionals. She brings to the Nations Massage Tournament a valuable perspective on precision, professionalism, presentation and technical excellence. We are delighted to welcome Elena Peter as a member of the Jury of the Nations Massage Tournament 2026.
Jury
Barbara Sonnery-Cottet
Barbara Sonnery-Cottet is a French beauty and wellness expert, educator and entrepreneur, and a prestigious “Meilleur Ouvrier de France” (MOF) in Esthetics and Art of Makeup. Her career is built around excellence, craftsmanship, creativity and the transmission of professional expertise. She was appointed President of the MOF jury for the Esthetics and Art of Makeup category, bringing extensive experience in assessing professional excellence. Passionate about wellness and massage, she is the creator of Auvérhna, a signature massage inspired by the volcanic landscapes and natural heritage of Auvergne. She also develops innovative massage products and trains professionals in her signature techniques. Through her unique combination of technical mastery, creativity and high professional standards, Barbara brings a distinctive perspective to the judging panel. We are delighted to welcome Barbara Sonnery-Cottet as a Jury Member of the Nations Massage Tournament 2026.
Jury
Wim Stultiens
Wim Stultiens is a Belgian massage therapist, bodywork specialist and international massage champion. His approach to bodywork is deeply inspired by Taiji, Qigong and indigenous traditions from Indonesia, combining movement, awareness and therapeutic touch. He is the founder and creator of ZenChair Bodywork, an innovative approach that brings new dimensions to massage and relaxation. Wim won Gold in Freestyle Eastern Massage at the 2025 World Massage Championship in Copenhagen. He has also achieved multiple medals at European Championships and the Nations Massage Tournament, including Gold in Thai Massage in 2024. His experience as an international competitor and his innovative vision of bodywork bring a unique perspective to the judging panel. We are delighted to welcome Wim Stultiens as a Jury Member of the Nations Massage Tournament 2026.
Categories
1. Wellness – Sensory Spa Ritual
The Art of Ritual and Sensory Immersion. Main objective: to create a complete experience of wellness, relaxation, and sensory immersion.
2. Sports Massage – Combat Recovery & Performance Care
A Holistic Approach to Combat Sports. Main objective: to optimize recovery, mobility, and performance readiness.
3. Face – Glow & Evening Preparation
Beauty, Radiance, and Event Preparation. Main objective: to reveal the natural glow of the face while providing comfort, freshness, and relaxation.
4. Ayurvedic – Personalized Ayurvedic Low Back Relief
The Art of Individualized Ayurvedic Care. Main objective: to demonstrate the ability to perform an appropriate Ayurvedic assessment and deliver a personalized treatment aimed at improving comfort, balance, and overall wellbeing.
5. Bodywork – Body Alignment & Flow Ritual
Alignment, Mobility, and Assisted Movement Flow. Main objective: to improve mobility, body awareness, and movement quality through a safe and immersive bodywork experience.