Thai Yoga
Massage is one of the newest forms of alternative healing to
reach western society. It is a holistic therapy that can
relax as well as energize.
Origins of Thai Yoga Bodywork can be traced back 2,500 years
to India and the spread of Buddhism. This ancient art has
close ties with Hatha Yoga, traditional Chinese medicine,
Japanese Shiatsu, and is still widely practiced in Thailand.
The main focus of Thai Yoga Massage is helping to attain or
regain ‘balance’ in the flow of energy in the body,
including the nervous, digestive, and respiratory systems.
The Practitioner uses hands, feet, arms, and elbows to apply
pressure along the energy lines, in combination with gentle
stretching and applied Hatha Yoga.
This releases blocked energy and allows the body to regain
it’s own natural healing abilities, thus restoring balance,
health and harmony.
Thai Yoga Bodywork is a great way to increase flexibility
and mobility, realign your body, reduce stress and relax the
body and give you increased energy.
What to
expect from your Thai Yoga Massage
Thai Yoga
Massage is performed on comfortable mats on the floor. The
recipient is fully clothed during the massage. It is best to
wear loose, thin clothing. Tights, shorts or track pants,
and a t-shirt or tank top is best suited.
Your body will be manipulated into stretches and yoga
postures based on your mobility. It is very relaxing and
enjoyable. You are completely passive in the manipulation as
your body should feel like dead weight similar to a Raggety
Ann doll. The Practitioner does all the work. Thai Yoga
Massage has been referred to as 'Yoga for the lazy'. Many
people actually fall asleep at times during the massage!
Acupressure (similar to Shiatsu) is applied along the 'Sen'
lines which are responsible for the bodies energetic flow.
Thumbs, palms, forearms, and feet are used to apply
pressure.
Thai Massage is
great for anyone who wants to increase their flexibility,
and realign their bodies. It will relieve muscular soreness
and tension. It is very suitable for the hardened athlete or
the most sedentary individual.
Thai Yoga Massage is a unique and very enjoyable therapy.
Try it out today!
Benefits
Stretches
and tones the muscles and connective tissues.
Helps to
improve circulation, and relieve muscular tension and
spasms.
Boosts the
immune system, and balances the body allowing energy to
flow more easily.
Helps
alleviate common conditions such as arthritis,
headaches, lower back pain, digestive problems, and
stress related conditions.
Generates a
deep state of relaxation and promotes centeredness and
well being.
Therapist: Roy Gowans
Reflexology
What
is Reflexology?
Reflexology is based on the
premise that there are zones and reflexes on the foot which
correspond to all parts, glands and organs on the body. When the
reflexes are stimulated, the body’s natural electrical
energy works along the nervous system to clear any blockages
in the corresponding zones.
For instance, in a session the tenderness in the arch of the
foot may indicate back discomfort. Or, sensitivity at the
outer side of your foot, or the base of your toes may
indicate that you are carrying stress in your shoulders or
neck.
In Reflexology applying pressure to reflex points on the
feet deeply relaxes the body and acts to bring your body
back to its normal state of ease. Reflexology helps your
body balance itself by stimulating areas which are under
active and calming areas which are overactive. This helps
the body to reduce stress and tension, release blocked
energy, and reduce congestion and inflammation. Reflexology
can help with the everyday emotional stresses that we are
subject to in this busy world. It is a very relaxing
experience that may help you renew the harmony and balance
in your life.
Benefits
Reduces stress and
tension.
Increase energy levels.
Improves immune function.
Improves circulation
throughout the body.
Helps with headaches,
sinus, lung congestion.
Relieves common aches and
pains.
Promotes healthy organ
function.
Contributes to overall
well-being of the body, mind and soul.
Therapist:
Tina Aurelio is a very
accomplished Reflexologist. In addition to her practice of
Reflexology, she also is a Teacher of Reflexology for the
Ontario College of Reflexology. Tina is Certified in other
body work modalities including Hot Stone Massage,
Aromatherapy Massage and Integrated Massage. Tina also
teaches workshops in Hot Stone Massage.
Pricing
Thai Yoga
Massage and Reflexology
January Special - Three - 1 hour Reflexology Sessions - $155
What
is Thai Yoga Massage?
What
is Reflexology? 