
Swedish Massage
The most widely known type of massage performed today, one of the primary goals of the Swedish massage technique is to relax the entire body. This is accomplished by rubbing the muscles with long gliding strokes in the direction of blood returning to the heart. But Swedish massage therapy goes beyond relaxation. Swedish massage is exceptionally beneficial for increasing the level of oxygen in the blood, decreasing cellular toxins, improving circulation and flexibility while easing tension.
Deep Tissue Massage
Designed to relieve tension in the deeper layers of muscle tissue and in the fascial layers (connective tissue) of the body. Deep Tissue massage relieves pain through use of movement, stretching, and deep compression massage. The massage goal is for the client's own systems to heal and recover from pain (chronic or acute).
Thai Yoga Massage (Thai Massage)
This massage is done on a floor mat, fully clothed.
Please wear loose fitting clothes you can move and stretch in. No oils or lotion are used during the massage,and the main focus is on stretching and increasing flexibility.
* All levels of flexibility are welcome
Stretching and massage are done simultaneously, and breathing is a vert important component.
Movement in and out of the stretches is done with the breath.
*Each Thai Massage is geared to each individual client, and no two sessions are alike.
Stone Massage
The warmth from smooth basalt stones creates a soothing, warming feeling from the beginning of the session to the end. With a warm oil swedish/deep tissue massage, then accompanied with massage using warm stones, and followed by massage with the hands, creates a feeling of deep relaxation, with the mind not knowing where the hands end and the stones begin... and vise versa... This massage is exceptionally good for stress reduction and also for relieving muscle tension, as the heat from the stones relaxes the muscles.
Prenatal Massage
For the mother-to-be, this massage focuses on relieving tension in the neck, upper back, lower back, hips and feet.
The mother's body compensates quite a bit to accompany her child in her body, and relief with manual massage therapy can be a huge relief to her physical,mental, and emotional stress level she is carrying. For the massage, a specialized body support cushion system is used on the table so no pressure is on the mother's belly, while letting the mother to relax comfortably, to address her areas of tension, and keeping her baby safe.
Thai Oil Massage
Traditional Thai Massage and Deep Tissue Massage are blended together for this unique experience on the massage table. Secure draping with the cover sheet will provide for a range of motion in the stretches applied (no drafts). Also the deep tissue portion is primarily forearm based with long rhythmic strokes to create a sense of deep relaxation.
For a lover of Thai Massage, and also deep Tissue, it's a must to try. If you've never had a Thai Massage, but like table massage, this is a must to try.
Sports Massage
Sports Massage is a type of Swedish massage that stimulates circulation of blood and lymph fluids. It ilso utilizes Trigger Point Therapy to break down adhesions and increase range of motion. Sports Massage emphasizes prevention and healing of injuries to the muscles and tendons.
Scalp/Head Massage
This massage focuses on relieving tension and stress in the neck and head. Using warm oil for a scalp massage, then wrapping the head in warm towels is very soothing. A face massage works many pressure points and especially good for the sinuses. This 30 minute session can be used as an add-on or enjoyed by itself.