Although massage in North America has become quite mainstream and an accepted course of treatment for many physical ailments, sore muscles, stress relief and relaxation, Ancient Thai Massage is just one branch of a traditional medical system that is thousands of years old and developed in the ancient Kingdom of Siam (known today as Thailand).

A massage consists of much more than a few techniques for rubbing the body and relaxing the muscles. Practitioners of Thai massage actually combine yoga-stretches, muscle massage, stimulation of the meridians using accupressure and manipulation of body joints. Some techniques require therapists to use their feet, elbows, and knees in addition to their hands. When Thai Massage is performed in a gentle, rythmic movements, the client receives an energizing, balanced, and dynamic experience benefiting the body and soul.

Several aspects of Thai Massage that make it markedly different from what Westerners typically considered to be a massage. Thai massage is usually performed with the client wearing loose fitting clothing while laying on a cotton mat on the floor; no oils or lotions are utilized, and the session usually lasts a minimum of 90 minutes.

For centuries, Thai massage has been used as an important healing tool in the treatment of musculo-skeletal problems, internal medical conditions, neurological complaints, and emotional distress, among other things. Some benefits include increased mobility, blood circulation, muscle relaxation, mind and body concentration and detoxification of the body.

Traditional Thai Massage is a uniqe and wonderful method of performing hands-on healing work. Although some of the elements used are quite "different" to Westerners, it's many attributes and benefits make it a splendid healing experience that is a joy to give as well as receive. Additionally, Thai Massage provides everyone, even beginners, the opportunity to achieve a state of deep mental and emotional balance, profound stress relief, and many moments of pure and sweet bliss!