Thai
Thai massage, also called Thai yoga massage, incorporates deep yogic stretching, rhythmic compression, joint mobilization, and acupressure to help loosen and relax tight muscles and joints. Thai massage is more energizing and rigorous than more classic forms of massage. A clothing on modality, Thai massage is done without oil or lotion with the client wearing comfortable clothes that allow for movement. Thai massage is traditionally done on a mat on the floor.

Swedish
Swedish massage is the most commonly offered and best known type of massage. Swedish Massage is a vigorous yet relaxing system of treatment designed to energize and rejuvenate the body by stimulating circulation. It consists of five basic strokes used to manipulate the soft tissues of the body. Swedish massage is done with the person undressed and covered by a sheet. One part of the body is uncovered, massaged, and then covered up before moving on to another part of the body. The use of oil or lotion is incorporated into a rejuvenating and relaxing experience.

Deep Tissue
Deep tissue massage is aimed at the deeper tissue structures of the muscle and fascia, also called connective tissue. Deep tissue massage uses many of the same movements and techniques as Swedish massage, but the pressure will generally be more intense. It is also a more focused type of massage, as the therapist works to release chronic muscle tension or knots, also known as adhesions. Deep tissue massage is often recommended for individuals who experience consistent pain, are involved in heavy physical activity, such as athletes, and patients who have sustained physical injury.

Hot Stone
Hot stone massage is a variation on Swedish massage therapy. Stones are immersed in water and heated in an electric heating device until they reach a certain temperature range. The stones are then used to massage specific areas of tension, or sometimes placed in specific problem areas to let the body absorb the heat while a different area is being massaged. The heat warms and relaxes the muscles, which allows for deeper pressure massage, if desired. The heat and pressure mobilize connective tissue (fascia), releasing trigger points and adhesions in a comfortable and efficient way. The broad pressure of the stones makes deeper work less intense for the client to receive, allowing the therapist to achieve greater results.

Thai Herbal
Originally derived from ancient Thai traditions, herbal Thai massage is slowly becoming a popular western modality. Thai herbal heat compress is used in combination with traditional Thai massage. Sore muscles are worked and stretched and then herbal heat compresses are applied to help soothe sore muscles. The herbal heat compress relaxes aching muscles, eases respiration through the use of aromatic camphor, and reduces tension through the heat and aromatic properties of the herbs used in the compress.

Aroma
Aroma massage is one of the main ways of experiencing the benefits that essential oils offer. These essential oils are diluted, and then applied to the skin during a Swedish massage. Swedish massage therapy is beneficial on its own; however when its used in conjunction with essential oils, these two therapies can be synergistically more beneficial than when they’re performed separately.

Island Style
A rare specialty massage traditionally practiced in island communities of Thailand. Offered nowhere else in San Francisco, this type of massage takes years to master. Oils are generously applied to back while clients lie face down. The therapist then stands on your back using feet and body weight to massage your entire body. This combination of oil and body weight footwork, when done skillfully, allows for a truly unique massage. Island Style massage achieves many of the benefits of deep tissue massage while retaining the relaxing effect of a Swedish massage.

Prenatal
Prenatal Massage aims to relax muscle tension and improve lymphatic and blood circulation through gentle pressure applied to the muscle groups of the body. It addresses many common discomforts associated with the skeletal and circulatory changes brought on by hormone shifts during pregnancy and the special needs of pregnant women. Studeis have shown that women who receive regular massage throughout their pregnancies have lower incidences of anxiety, depresseion and muscle and joint pain while improving labor outcomes.

Shiatsu
Shiatsu is a form of Japanese bodywork designed to promote optimal health by influencing the state of ki (energy) in the body. The receiver lays on a futon wearing loose comfortable clothes and experiences the benefit of rejuvenating stretches, deep rhythmic pressure on powerful acupressure points and the calm satisfying sensation resulting from energy coming into harmony and balance.

Sport
Sport massage therapy helps alleviate the stress and tension which builds up in the body’s soft tissues during physical activity. Where minor injuries and lesions occur, due to overexertion and/or overuse, sport massage can break them down quickly and effectively. Sport massage will help prepare the individual for peak performance, relieve swelling, reduce muscle tension, promote flexibility and prevent injuries.

Thai Deep Tissue
Thai deep tissue massage combines the stretching of traditional thai massage with deep acupressure along the meridian lines of the body. The therapist will use both hands and feet to apply deeper pressure than can be achieved in western deep tissue massage. Thai deep tissue is a cloths on massage done on a traditional floor mat.

Harmony Massage
This massage journeys in and beyond the physical massage allowing balance and harmony to be restored within the energetic body. Using a blend of various massage and energy cleansing techniques each massage is unique to the person receiving. Leaving the person feeling rejuvenated and balanced within the spirit and body for a deeper cosmic connection with all.

Organic Aromatherapy Massage
A deeply relaxing and detoxifying massage using just organic plant oils and essential oils. Oils are lightly massaged into various parts of the body promoting health on all levels. The massage uses Certified Pure Therapeutic Grade Essential oils which are the purest grade essential oils available in the world today. The massage focuses on strengthening the immune system and promoting homeostasis within the body.