Thai yoga massage is a mind-body-spirit practice that has the same roots as the ancient understanding of Ayurveda. Buddhism and it’s teachings traveled down through Southeast Asia and into Thailand where we can begin to see the evolution of the Thai massage practice as one part of a larger Traditional Thai Medical system.
Thai massage incorporates many different soft tissue manipulation techniques (massage, fascial release, chopping, and many more) with assisted stretches and meditation in order to achieve a deep state of relaxation. This modality of touch emphasizes that each physical body is different and has different needs, meaning that no two massages are ever exactly the same.
There are indeed many styles and methods of practice, though our treatments are generally performed on the floor on padded mats, with receivers fully clothed and without the use of oils. Intuition is a guiding force in our massage sessions, as is a thorough understanding of the human body. Through meditation we are able to tune into our intuition and allow the massage to come from a place of Metta (compassion).
