For
appointments, call Michelle at 740.350.5654 or email michelle (at)
inhaleyoga.org.
Sometimes
known as Thai yoga massage, or traditional Thai massage, the technique
brings together a series of interactive, assisted yoga postures
and guided stretching, with gentle rocking and rhythmic acupressure
to relieve joint and muscle tension. Palm and thumb pressure along
the body's energy 'Sen' lines encourage a deepening of the breath,
a free flow of energy, and a more balanced, meditative state. The
practitioner assists a fully-clothed recipient into a series of
yoga-inspired postures, creating a delightfully harmonious and therapeutic
“dance.”
Thai
massage helps increase awareness of your body, which often results
in easier movement, improved posture and an understanding of injury
prevention. Because it can release muscles deep in the body, it
is often effective in reducing neck and shoulder pain, headaches
and low back pain.
It
helps
all people recover from overly stimulated
and stress-filled living
and is often used to support athletes, dancers, yogis, climbers
and others who are preparing for and recovering from various active
life events.
Sessions
are suitable for all body types and ages. Those under 18 need aguardian's
permission before a session.
What
you should know about your session.
- Try
not to eat anything heavy for about 1-2 hours before your scheduled
session.
- Arrive
5-10 minutes early to fill out your paper work and take time to rest
before your session begins.
- Be completely
honest on your paper work with regard to injuries or ailments current
and past.
- Wear
loose fitting clothes (i.e. workout type clothes, stretchy pants,
sweat pants, t-shirt, etc.)
- Drink
plenty of water before and after a treatment to aid in releasing toxins
from the body
- Try
not to schedule anything immediately after your session as you will
need at least 1 hour to just be with what is happening in the body
and mind after the session ends.
About
Michelle.
Michelle
is a certified yoga teacher at Inhale Yoga Studio in Athens, Ohio.
She has received several Thai sessions and after the first knew
that at some point, she would be offering this as a service to her
yoga students and the community she lives in. In July 2008 the time
was ripe for Michelle to endeavor studies of the Thai form. Michelle
went to California to study with Saul David Raye to learn the techniques
and practice of Thai Yoga. She has completed her basic level certification
and is currently working on advanced certification.
What
people are saying about Thai Yoga Bodywork sessions.
"The
Thai Yoga Bodywork session was amazing! I felt a bit nervous prior
to the session due to my lack of yoga experience. Michelle did an
excellent job at informing me of what was to come but left room
for mystery as well. Overall the experience was unique, mind stimulating,
relaxing and very fun. I feel like there is less weight in my step,
my arm's are like feathers, my back feels strong and my mind at
peace." -- BC, male
"The
effect on my body remained for days and seemed to evolve. It was
like having a quiet but very real energy hum in my body. I really
felt the massage has made a difference managing the symptoms of
mono." -- AB, female
"It
was amazing. My body feels so relaxed, like a weight has been lifted."
-- CS, female
"The
session was phenominal and something I would definitely invest in
again." -- DC, male
"Just
wanted to say thank you. Never realized my legs were that messed
up. Walked my 3 miles today and it was just so smooth. I know we've
just had one session, but WOW! I was on the verge of giving up and
just existing, now I feel there is hope. Your positive energy and
kindness truly touched me." -- JD, male
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Session
Menu Options & Pricing
75
minute Thai Tune Up . . . $85
..... This session gives you an introduction
to the Thai Massage method. A concentration will be made on opening
the energy lines of the legs, releasing the connective tissue of the
hips, opening and softening the energy lines and muscles of the back
and ending with a neck and head release. You will leave feeling like
you are walking on a cloud. You will leave lighter in the
body, mind and heart.
2
hour Full Thai Session . . . $140
..... These sessions are offered as a type
of Yoga Therapy to the recipient. Over the course of the treatment,
the recipient's body will be moved and loosened deep in the connective
tissue of the body beginning at the feet and moving through to the head
and neck. This full session will leave you feeling like you are the
cloud itself.
Package
deal for those using
this as a long-term healing modality.
5
session package . . . $495
..... This package includes two 2 hour
Full Thai sessions and three 75 minute Tune Up Sessions. It is designed
to be used over the course of four months as follows:
- Week 1:
Full Thai Session
- Week 4:
Tune Up Session
- Week 8:
Tune Up Session
- Week 11:
Full Thai Session
- Week 16:
Tune Up Session
All sessions
in this package must be booked and paid for in advance. Anything less
than a 24 hour cancellation will result in losing one session in the
package.
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