Relaxing Massage, Remedial, Swedish, Ayurvedic Massages

The treatment provides 30 minutes back, neck, shoulder and scalp massage that leaves you feeling refreshed and less stressed.

For specific concerns or deeper tissue massages, please choose either a remedial or ayurvedic massage.

The most Swedish massage is the most common type of massage that aims to increase the flow of oxygen in the blood and release toxins from the muscles.

The five common movements are:
- effleurage (for relaxation and warming of the muscles)
- kneading of individual muscles
- friction
- hacking
- vibration

For specific concerns or deeper tissue massages, please choose either a remedial or ayurvedic massage.

We use a combination of invigorating and relaxing techniques to allow your entire body and mind to return to equilibrium.

For specific concerns or deeper tissue massages, please choose either a remedial or ayurvedic massage.

Remedial massage concentrates on specific problem areas. The objective is to alleviate pain and to treat the underlying cause of the body or muscle aches due to stress or injury.

It includes massage of marma points (vital points) which helps in the restoration of the body's natural balance and constitution.

The treatment also includes massage of the chakaras (energy centers) thereby increasing the flow of prana (life force) in the body.

The combination of specially chosen oils for your body will aid in removal of toxins by entering the deep tissues.

This treatment can be combined with an Ayuredic Shirodhara treatment (warming of warm oil - see below).

Aromatherapy massage treatment using up to 5 highly concentrated essential oils specifically chosen depending on your concerns.

This form of massage is suitable to improving conditions relating to stress or other emotionally-related conditions.

Essential oils are used to stimulate and relax the body, aid in digestion and can have diuretic properties.

It restores balance to your life force (prana) by removing toxins and provides complete relaxation.

The treatment begins with an ayurvedic consultation by a qualified practitioner in order to establish your body's constitution (Dosha - Vata, pitta or kapha).

Then, warm oil is used to massage your entire body including marma (vital) points and chakras (energy centres).

Once your body has reached the balanced state, warm oils are then poured on the forehead (third eye) providing extreme relaxation, treating any head or neck concerns you may have, such as insomnia and headaches.

Shirodhara also provides strength to the nervous system and helps to remove toxins. This treatment releases tension and is excellent for people with chronic stress related problems.

Available on upon request or on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays.

The feet are integral to our bodies as many of the nerves from our internal organs end in the feet.

Therefore, massaging them helps to sooth and strengthen these nerves thereby restoring health.

The marma (vital) points are massaged restoring balance to your consitution (doasha) and is helpful for insomnia, fatigue and cramps.

The combination of specially chosen base and essential oils for your body type will aid in removal of toxins by entering the deep tissues.

Available on upon request or on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays.

This treatment can be combined with Shiroabhyanga.(see below)

Massage can be of different type, swedish, ayurvedic, remedial, aromatherapy, trigger point, chinese, shiatsu, thai, and many more. Massage has been around for years going back to ancient times. The word massage has been derived from Greek word "masso" which means " to touch".

Swedish Massage: it is most popular massage around the world,it involves stroking, kneading of muscles, friction, hacking or tapping, vibration with oil to lubricate your skin.

Ayurvedic Massage: based on the ancient healing system Ayurveda, the focus is on marma point or Indian pressure point.

Clothing - For the spa bath, we provide disposable underwear for men and women. You may also bring your own swimming costume.

Health - Please advise the therapist (at the time of booking) of any health conditions you may have including pregnancy,cold & flu, back problems, tinea, cancer etc.You may be required to provide medical certificates for serious conditions such as cancer.

Arrival - Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start time,to allow completion of spa forms and for change time.

Parking - Parking may be available in QVB Carpark or Bowlers Club Carpark (168 Clarence St Sydney - large 4WD's not permitted).Street parking available after 6.30pm Monday-Friday or after 10am Saturdays on York Street, Clarence St, Sussex Street, Kent Street. Check RTA website.

Booking - A credit card is required to secure the booking.

Cancellation Fee - A 100% cancellation fee applies if less than 24 hours notice is given.