What should I expect during a relaxation/maintenance session?
This is a general relaxation, full body massage and often used to establish a baseline for clients. Your session will start with broad, flowing strokes that calm your nervous system & relax exterior muscle tension. As your body becomes relaxed, pressure will gradually increase to relax specific areas and relieve areas of muscular tension. Most people just close their eyes & zone out.
The practitioner will check in at the beginning of the session about pressure, position and temperature. Beyond that, communication is limited to quietly requesting any movements from you (such as lifting your arm or turning over on the massage table). Often, a light oil or lotion is used to allow your muscles to be massaged without causing excessive friction to the skin. The oil also helps hydrate your skin.
You should communicate immediately if you feel any discomfort so that another approach may be taken.
This is a general relaxation, full body massage and often used to establish a baseline for clients. Your session will start with broad, flowing strokes that calm your nervous system & relax exterior muscle tension. As your body becomes relaxed, pressure will gradually increase to relax specific areas and relieve areas of muscular tension. Most people just close their eyes & zone out.
The practitioner will check in at the beginning of the session about pressure, position and temperature. Beyond that, communication is limited to quietly requesting any movements from you (such as lifting your arm or turning over on the massage table). Often, a light oil or lotion is used to allow your muscles to be massaged without causing excessive friction to the skin. The oil also helps hydrate your skin.
You should communicate immediately if you feel any discomfort so that another approach may be taken.
Massage & Manual Therapies for Relaxation & Maintenance
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Swedish Massage
First developed in the 18th century, Swedish massage is probably the most well-known modality in Western culture. The main purpose of a Swedish massage is to increase the blood flow in the muscles promoting the release of harmful toxins. Primarily designed to relax and rejuvenate the muscles, Swedish massage also stimulates the nervous system which helps to reduce stress. Available for 60-min or 90-min. |
Pregnancy Massage
A side-lying massage technique adapted to suit the mother-to-be's changing body. Pregnancy massage promotes relaxation, soothes nerves, and relieves strained back and leg muscles in expectant mothers. It is especially beneficial during the second and third trimesters, when the extra weight in your belly puts a strain on your back. Available for 60-min only. |
Reflexology
Reflexology is used to relieve tension and treat illness, based on the theory that there are reflex points on the feet, hands, and head linked to every part of the body. The hands and feet are like condensed maps of the rest of the body; the head, torso, organs, legs and arms are all directly connected to specific areas of the hands and feet. By applying pressure to the areas which correspond to each other, other parts of the body are affected.
Reflexology is not a massage; but rather thumb and finger walking, pressing and holding to affect positive changes in the body. By stimulating the nervous system, it supports each system to provide balance within the body. Ultimately, reflexology allows the body to heal itself.
Available as a stand alone service for 30-min only.
Reflexology is used to relieve tension and treat illness, based on the theory that there are reflex points on the feet, hands, and head linked to every part of the body. The hands and feet are like condensed maps of the rest of the body; the head, torso, organs, legs and arms are all directly connected to specific areas of the hands and feet. By applying pressure to the areas which correspond to each other, other parts of the body are affected.
Reflexology is not a massage; but rather thumb and finger walking, pressing and holding to affect positive changes in the body. By stimulating the nervous system, it supports each system to provide balance within the body. Ultimately, reflexology allows the body to heal itself.
Available as a stand alone service for 30-min only.
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Reflexology / Massage Combination
This treatment combines reflexology with the healing benefits of Swedish Massage. The practitioner is trained in both reflexology and a Licensed Massage Therapist. Standard massage contraindications apply. 60-min Full Body massage with 30-min Reflexology. Aromatherapy Massage
Enhance the experience by adding essential oils to a massage. Each oil has different healing properties, allowing the client choose a blend that supports their bodywork goals. (See Add Ons for available essential oil blends.) Ask for an Essential Oil Add-on when booking. |
Full Body Massage + 1 Target Area
Enjoy a full body, relaxation massage and get some deep tissue and/or trigger point work done on one target area. 60-min Full Body massage with 30-min Target Area. Hot Stone Massage
Hot stone massage uses smooth, heated basalt stones to enhance the massage, allowing for deeper penetration into muscles. Basalt stones are black volcanic rock that absorbs and retains heat well. The heat is both deeply relaxing and helps tight muscles release. Stones are heated in 120-150 degree water. Speak up if the stones are too warm or the pressure too intense. Ask for a Hot Stone Add-on when booking. Require 24 hours advance notice. |
Couples' Instructional Massage
This hands on experience allows you to learn & practice basic massage techniques on your partner under the supervision of a professionally licensed massage therapist. Each person gets a 30-min massage on the target area of their choice performed by both their partner & the massage therapist.
This appointment reserves 90-minutes to allow for two intakes and time for each client to change. It is not a 90-minutes of hands-on massage.
This hands on experience allows you to learn & practice basic massage techniques on your partner under the supervision of a professionally licensed massage therapist. Each person gets a 30-min massage on the target area of their choice performed by both their partner & the massage therapist.
This appointment reserves 90-minutes to allow for two intakes and time for each client to change. It is not a 90-minutes of hands-on massage.