Art of Touch - Swedish, Deep Tissue, Sport, Neuromuscular, Thai, Asian Bodywork, Lomi-Lomi, Hawaiian Massage, Polarity Therapy, Massage and Relaxation Therapy

Swedish Massage
This is the most common form of massage. Long, gliding strokes, kneading, and vibration friction and percussion techniques on the more superficial layers of muscles.

Deep Tissue Massage
This technique is used to release chronic patterns of muscular tension, applying direct and deeper pressure to the muscle. It allows the therapist to work on specific problem areas.

Sport Massage
It is a great compliment to total conditioning programs because it takes care of the wear and tear of the muscle tissue that naturally occurs with strenuous exercise. Consist of a variety of techniques, aiming to facilitate the body conditioning and performance and faster recovery after an exerting event.

Neuromuscular Therapy (NMT)
It is a corrective, soft tissue treatment for muscular dysfunction and chronic pain. Its objective is to balance the nervous and muscular system and align the body with specific stretches to increase range of motion.

Thai Massage
Thai Massage is a unique form of bodywork dating back to ancient times. This traditional form of massage is practiced with the client fully clothed. It does not require oils and incorporates gentle rocking, deep stretching and rhythmic compression to create a unique therapeutic experience.

Asian Bodywork Shiatsu and Amna (Japanesse Massage) and Tuina (Chinese medical massage)
It is an ancient approach to restoring and maintaining the health of the body, mind and spirit. It is based on the oriental philosophy that "ki" - also known as "chi" in Chinese - energy, the oriental bodywork life force that flows within us, is the key to physical, emotional and spiritual health. If the flow of energy becomes blocked, there is dis-ease, dis-harmony and disease. When chi flows unobstructed through the energy meridians (pathways) in our body, our energy is harmonized and the blockages that cause disease in the body, mind or spirit are removed. We feel better physically and emotionally and experience a renewed sense of well-being.

lomi lomi hawaiian massage Lomi-Lomi (Hawaiian Massage)
Lomi-Lomi means break up into small pieces, and one of the intentions of this technique is to find congested areas of the body and disperse them through rhythmic movements. This is a wonderful combination of therapeutic strokes that, together, create the magical touch of the islands.

Polarity Therapy (Ayurvedic)
Seeks to harmonize people with their environment and nature using our own energy, love, positive thoughts, attitudes, and gentle manipulations.

What should you expect from a massage?
I will ask you a few questions about your general health, specific injuries and whether you are under medical care. Then, I'll direct you to the studio. It should be clean, private and quiet. I will leave the room while you undress. You should never be on the table without being covered except for the part of your body that is being treated. Feedback from you will help me to do a better job. You should feel comfortable at all times. When you are on the table, you can begin your relaxation by closing your eyes and centering on your breathing. People often fall asleep. This shows that the body has reached a deeper point of relaxation. I hope that your massage is both enjoyable and beneficial. I take great pride in my work and enjoy facilitating health and relaxation.

I hope to see you in my practice.

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Rates
Swedish, Polarity therapy, Lomi-Lomi, Esalen	$80 / 60 minutes $110 / 90 minutes
Tuina, Neuromuscular therapy, Sports massage	$110 / 90 minutes
Thai massage	$120 / 90 minutes
On-site chair massage	$80 / hour
Add-ons:
Service fee for on site sessions (your location)	$35
Service fee for hotel sessions	$125
Hot stones therapy	$20
Reflexology (20 minutes)	$30
Chair massage (15 minutes)	$20