Massage/Bodywork Services (enjoy a heated massage table!)
Ashiatsu Oriental Bar Therapy(barefoot massage)- Deep Tissue in nature. Therapist is supported by overhead bars, she then uses her feet and body weight to glide over the body. Oil or cream is applied for this massage. (if you have had eye surgery recently, please allow at least 72hrs before scheduling, also you may not recieve ashiatsu if you have had breast implants within the past 9months or if you are pregnant).
Hot Stone- Therapist uses heated stones to relax the muscles and connective tissue. Excellent for promoting circulation due to muscle tension.
Swedish- Relaxation massage. Therapist uses open palms and gliding strokes, guiding blood flow towards the heart. This is a massage that effects the more superficial layers of the muscle purpose of this massage is to relax the body and mind. Excellent for relieving muscle tension and anxiety due to everyday stresses.
Deep Tissue(therapeutic massage)- Moderate to heavy pressure, this massage is designed to address deeper layers of muscles. Therapist uses her forearms, elbows and thumbs to apply the technique. This massage can be very intense. You may also feel sore a day or 2 after your treatment as healing starts to take place. This is normal and should pass fairly quickly.
Prenatal-please consult your physician if you are high risk. prenatal massage is done sidelying, which is the safest for mother and baby. Excellent for reducing edema, and decreasing back pain due to baby weight that puts added stress on the lower lumbar(back) region.
Ashi/hot stone blend-Recieve your ashiatsu treatment and follow it up with a soothing hot stone massage. Excellent for relaxing the muscles after your deep tissue session
Soothe my hands/feet massage- a special pampering for the areas we tend to neglect. Hands and feet are heated with hot towels, followed by a soothing oil massage. (essential oil of peppermint and lavender are used during this treatment), reflexology points along the feet are stimulated to help promote healthy organ function.
Chair Massage- excellent for those on the run or for those who are not comfortable recieving full body massage. Sessions are generally 10-20min in length and clients do not need to undress.
Aromatherapy- add aromatherapy to any of your sessions for an extra 5.00. Choose from : Tangerine, Orange, Lavender, Peppermint Eucalyptus, Tea Tree, or Lemon. After your session you will be provided with a small sample of the oil used during your treatment.
Fascial Release- Designed to release restricted connective tissue. Therapist will start by identifying areas of restriction, then will proceed with a technique to slowly stretch the underlying tissues, this can be a long process depending on how restricted the client is. Following the stretching portion of the session you will receive a massage into the muscles where the fascia has been treated. (moist heat maybe applied before to warm connective tissue)
Compression Massage - This massage is designed for those who prefer not to undress similar to the chair massage, but done with client on the massage table this is a 30min session. Enjoy the comfort of lying on a heated table while tension is relieved, all while being fully clothed.
***** certain massages require advanced preparation so when scheduling please mention the type of massage you are interested in. Thank You