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therapist applying Thai massage techniques to a woman's shoulders

Jun

Traditional Thai Massage

Traditional Thai massage is a very old form of massage therapy developed in Thailand. The moves have been described as ‘choreographic’ and ‘lazy yoga’ as they are influenced by yoga—as well as the traditional medicine systems of India, China and Southeast Asia. What to expect You’ll be led into one of our warm, comfortable treatment rooms and then you’ll lie down on a comfortable massage bed. The massage usually starts...

therapist applying Swedish massage techniques to a woman's back

Jun

Classic Swedish Massage

The classic Swedish massage is one of the most popular forms of massage in the west, based on western anatomy and physiology instead of eastern medicine and meridians. It’s a straightforward, effective and very relaxing form of massage which was introduced by Swedish physiologist Per Henrik Ling, in the early 19th century. The massage involves firm strokes all over the body with a medium pressure, using movements designed to warm...

therapist placing a basalt stone on a woman's back, during a hot stone massage

Jun

Hot Stone Therapy

For top to toe relaxation, hot stone therapy is in a league of its own, combining the soothing touch of an experienced therapist, and the heat of specially selected stones which have been heated up to the perfect temperature to intensify relaxation. As the massage progresses, stones are used as part of the treatment and either moved across your body or rested on specific points and left to radiate their...

aromatherapy oil being poured into a therapist’s hand

Jun

Aromatherapy Massage

Aromatherapy massage is a real treat for your mind and body. You’ll feel instantly relaxed as a therapist massages warmed, scented oils into your body to help you relax and unwind. The science behind aromatherapy is that the compounds in the essential oils affect your brain’s limbic system, the same area of the brain that controls your emotions, and so the aromas soothe, comfort or invigorate, depending on which type...

Jun

Indian Head Massage

Indian head massage (which is also known as champissage) is a fabulously uplifting type of massage that has its roots in Ayurvedic medicine—an ancient Indian medicine system that’s still used today. Indian head massage was brought to the west by Narendra Mehta in the seventies, and it’s an ideal introduction to the world of massage. A session of IHM can be both soothing and invigorating, and it will certainly be...