Why Thai?

The Benefits:

relief of muscle pain and tension

increased flexibility

improved circulation

release of tight joints

increased range of motion

deep relaxation

increase in energy level

boosts the immune system

it's is a passive way to receive the benefits of yoga

Thai Yoga therapy stimulates and balances the flow of healing energy within the body. It helps open the areas which are blocked bringing the person deeper into balance and harmony for health, happiness and wellness of being. Thai Yoga is an optimal form of therapy for those seeking to release stress and increase vitality with a deep sense well-being.

History

• Centuries ago, a dynamic bodywork therapy based on yoga and Ayurveda was born in the temples of Thailand. This unique healing system of Thai Yoga, also called Nuad Boran, is widely known as traditional Thai massage.It is an ancient and sacred system of healing with roots in Yoga, Ayurvedic Medicine and Buddhist spiritual practice. Believed to have been developed over 2,500 years ago, it is a unique and deeply powerful form of Yoga Therapy. Integrating rhythmic massage, acupressure, asanas (Yogic stretching exercises), gentle twisting, energy work and meditation.

How does a session look?

• Thai Yoga is generally practiced on the floor using a thickly padded futon mat with both client and practitioner dressed in comfortable clothing allowing for ease of movement and flexibility. No oils or creams are used. Typically a session lasts about 1 hour. The practitioner uses his or her thumbs, palms, elbows, knees and feet to apply a combination of acupressure, gentle rocking and twisting, joint and spine mobilizations and assisted yoga stretches. Using bodyweight, and a steady, meditative rhythm, Thai yoga looks and feels like a graceful dance between giver and receiver. The practitioner puts the client’s body into assisted yoga postures, directing the intensity of the stretching and pressure points. This delivers a much deeper result than an individual practicing yoga would be able to achieve. It’s like having yoga done to you, receiving all the benefits without the effort. Movements are flowing and harmonious, creating a deeply soothing yet energizing effect for both the practitioner and client.