Ayurvedic Massage

What is an Ayurvedic Massage and why do you need one?

Step into the realm of Ayurvedic massage and experience the ultimate relaxation and rejuvenation. Developed thousands of years ago in India, Ayurvedic massage is a holistic practice that not only promotes physical well-being but also balances the body, mind, and spirit. Using traditional techniques and herbal oils, Ayurvedic massage aims to remove energy blockages, release accumulated toxins, and restore the body’s natural harmony.

An Ayurvedic Massage involves the use of specific oils and techniques tailored to an individual's dosha (mind-body type) to promote balance and wellness. It combines ancient Indian principles from Ayurveda with pressure points. This therapeutic modality not only relieves muscle tension and improves circulation but also enhances mental clarity and emotional well-being.  

Here are some key differences compared to other massages:

Ayurvedic Oils: Organic oil blends infused with Ayurvedic herbs are used, heated to promote relaxation and detoxification. These oils are chosen based on an individual’s dominant dosha (Vata, Pitta, or Kapha). In contrast, Swedish massage primarily uses oil for relaxing strokes, while Thai massage doesn’t use oil at all. 

Energy and Intention: Ayurvedic therapists focus on clearing energy channels, balancing chakras, and moving toxins. Thai massage also works with energy centers, but Swedish massage focuses more on anatomy and physiology. 

Specific Movements: Ayurvedic massage adapts to individual needs, using tapping, kneading, and traditional strokes. Thai massage involves compression, stretching, and rocking, often done on a mat. Swedish massage uses long, kneading strokes for muscle tension relief.

There are several benefits to receiving an Ayurvedic Massage, including:

• Reduction of stress and anxiety
• Improved circulation
• Detoxification of the body
• Enhanced relaxation and rejuvenation
• Harmonizing of the mind, body, and spirit
• Improvement in sleep quality
  

Whether you are seeking stress relief, pain management, or simply a way to pamper yourself, Ayurvedic massage offers a unique and effective solution. Unlock its secrets and embark on a journey of profound tranquility and wellness.

Abhyanga

This is the classic Ayurvedic massage in which warm herbal oil, special for your mind-body constitution, is applied to your body with circular friction strokes to lubricate your tissues and help loose toxins.

Vishesh

Invigorating massage to break up adhesions and improve circulation deep within the muscles. It is performed with herbal oils chosen according to your dosha.

Ayurvedic Lymph Massage

Stimulates the lymphatic system with gentle massage strokes to promote the elimination of metabolic waste products, excess fluid and bacteria.

Srota Clearing Therapy

Is a deeply relaxing treatment. The therapist uses precise massage strokes to cleanse and clear toxins from the body’s circulation channels.

Marma Therapy

It is an important tool of both disease prevention and treatment in Ayurveda. This treatment is used to balance your dosha at all levels – physical, mental and emotional – by stimulating the main energy points in the body.

Champi

It is the traditional Indian Head Massage including the scalp, neck, shoulders, upper arms, face, and ears. It is excellent for relieving stress and promoting deep relaxation.

Champi-Pada

Add a relaxing foot massage to your Champi to maximize its benefits.

Shirodhara

This is a focused stream of warm oil poured on the forehead to produce a state of relaxation, bringing balance to your emotions and mind.

Ayurvedic Reflexology

Its involves massaging and stimulating different pressure points on the feet, encouraging a beneficial effect in parts of the body and improving health..

Gandharva

It is a blissful massage that nurtures the mind, body, and spirit, integrating the principles of sound healing using crystal bowls.

Pinda Swedana

It is a nourishing massage applied with medicated oil and steamed herbal boluses specially beneficial for arthritis, joint and muscle pain.