Integrated Thai & Shiatsu Massage

Clients can expect to come to their session in loose, comfortable clothing, which will remain on throughout the session. The bodywork, which is composed of light stretches and compression will be performed on the floor on a massage mat. Bolsters, pillows and blankets will be available, as needed.

Shoshin Shiatsu - Shoshin Shiatsu originates with traditional acupressure, Zen and Thai bodywork and is based on the awareness and working of the classic 14 meridian channels of Chinese medicine.

Shiatsu is a traditional hands-on Japanese therapy translating literally. Shi means finger and atsu means pressure.

Thai Massage - Thai massage is known in Thailand as "nuat phaen boran," literally, meaning the ancient-manner massage. According to Wikipedia, Thai massage originated in India and is based on Ayurveda and Yoga. It is believed that Thai massage art was actually brought to Thailand over 2500 years ago.

Thai massage techniques, using the thumbs, elbows, palms, forearms, feet, and knees include: rocking, rhythmic muscle compression, assisted yoga positions and stretching, working along energy meridians called Sen lines. Three of the Sen lines run along the same areas as the yogic nadis, the Indian version of energy lines, affecting certain chakras (energy centers) in treatment.

Please remember, this is a student session, which means your therapist is learning and practicing the modality - thus the discount. Your patience during the session is appreciated. Book Now!

For more information about your Thai/Shiatsu session, please contact your therapist.

See Discounts for special pricing offers on other standard services.