Why Thai? | Origins of Thai Yoga Massage | What to Expect in a Session | Benefits of Thai Yoga Massage
Why We’re a Thai Yoga Healing Arts Center
The Origins of Thai Yoga Massage
2,500 years ago a dynamic bodywork therapy based upon yoga and Ayurveda practices, appeared in the temples of Thailand. This therapeutic art was directly rooted in the Indian healing traditions of Ayurvedic medicine. The father founder of Thai Yoga Massage, Jivaka Kumarbhaccha, was a renowned doctor and yogi. His practices would evolve into traditional Thai Massage
In this unique healing system, the practitioner guides the client through a series of yoga postures, while palming and thumbing along the body’s energy (Sen) lines and pressure points. Together these actions result in a comprehensive full body treatment that relieves muscular tension and balances the body.
Thai Yoga practitioners agree to pay respect and offer gratitude to the Thai people and Thai culture and to encourage the understanding and practice of traditional Thai healing arts through their disciplined work.
What to Expect in a Thai Yoga Session?
The theoretical basis for traditional Thai healing is rooted in the belief that all forms of life are sustained by a vital force (lom) that is carried along lines (sen) that run through our bodies.
Thai massage combines elements of yoga, assisted stretching and acupressure to provide a unique and powerful bodywork experience. Thai massage differs from traditional table massage in several important ways.
- Sessions take place on a comfortable floor mat to provide a stable, firm base, so the sequence may be executed with total security, but can also be offered on a massage table.
- The rubbing techniques of Western massage are absent in Thai massage; creams and oils are not used; and the work is performed in comfortable clothing.
- Thai massage practitioners use their feet, knees, elbows and forearms, as well as their hands and fingers during a therapeutic session. Four anatomical postures are worked on: supine, prone, lateral, and seated. Although the client’s physical body is addressed, the therapy is also meant to bring balance and harmony to the mind of the receiver and to encourage a process of self-healing.
The practice of this massage is based on the kind love or loving compassion that Buddhism espouses. Our promise to you is to offer ancient Thai wisdom in a modern, supportive, and authentic way, to help you experience the love, joy, and freedom that is your birthright. We use the time-tested techniques, practices, and philosophy of Thai Yoga to open our hearts and dissolve limiting beliefs and behaviors
60, 90 and 120 minute sessions are typical.
The Benefits of a Thai Yoga Massage
Many benefits may be gained from a Thai Massage session. As proper balancing the energy systems of the human body can have a profound effect on the receiver. One often feels an immediate sense of grounding and openness, and perceptions with the 5 senses are awakened. Some common benefits are:
- Greater flexibility and mobility in the joints
- Enhanced blood circulation
- Improved body alignment
- Straighter posture
- Breath awareness & Deeper breathing
- Stimulation of internal organs which helps them to function at an optimal level
- Deeper mindfulness and appreciation
Two other responses are noted from a Thai Massage session are either, a dramatic spike in energy or tiredness. Whatever the initial reaction, energy is in the process of being rebalanced, and you can find these even out a few hours after your session.
Thai Yoga Massage can also address specific conditions and aliments such as SI Joint problems, low back pain, head neck and shoulder pain, difficulty taking a good breath and full exhalations, recovery from injury or surgeries, as well as for sports conditioning, pregnancy, and so much more.
