Thai Massage: an ancient art
Inheriting age-old knowledge from India, enriched by Buddhism, Ayurveda and traditional Chinese medicine, Thai massage embodies an energetic, holistic approach to health. This unique practice is based on three essential pillars:
Dynamic and Fluid Stretching
Made in a harmonious back-and-forth motion, these movements are reminiscent of the grace of a dance. Inspired by yoga postures, they require no prior knowledge of yoga to benefit fully.
Working on the energies
Using precise manoeuvres, targeted massages and pressure applied to specific areas, the practitioner acts on the body's energy lines, known as Sen, to restore vital balance.
A practice rooted in meditation
Each session is imbued with an attitude of meditation and full awareness, creating a deep bond between the practitioner and the person being massaged.
Rooted in tradition, Thai massage envelops the entire body to offer deep relaxation and restore inner harmony.
Thai massage: a preventive medicine
In our daily lives, the body is under constant stress and is often pushed to its limits. Rather than waiting for aches and pains to appear, Eastern philosophy advocates a preventive approach: intervening before muscular or mental fatigue sets in. In traditional Thai medicine, illness is seen as a disruption to the flow of energy in the body.
Thai techniques are characterised by their rigour and holistic nature. They combine :
Deep pressure on the tendinomuscular lines, which acts deep down to release accumulated tension.
Gentle effleurage strokes, designed to stimulate blood and lymph circulation, promoting harmony between body and mind.
Targeted stretching to improve flexibility and release nervous tension, leaving you feeling lighter and more relaxed.
By restoring the free flow of energy, these treatments provide deep relaxation, immediate relief and lasting revitalisation.
Benefit of Thai Massage
Relieves tension and relaxes the whole body.
Relaxes overworked, stiff or atrophied muscles.
Strengthens the immune system, restoring energy, tone and vitality.
Helps to let go of emotional wounds stored in the body.
Increases joint flexibility.
Reduces stress and anxiety.
Promotes healthy circulation of blood and qi (pronounced chi), the vital energy.
Stimulates lymphatic circulation (hence the need to hydrate well afterwards).
Helps the body to cleanse itself of toxins.