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Ayurvedic abhyanga massage

This massage, originating from India, has its roots in Ayurveda, the « Science of Life ».

Ayurveda is first and foremost a way of life. It explains that everything is composed of five elements: Ether, Fire, Air, Water and Earth. We, as humans, are made of these components that are balanced in a certain way, according to each person. These components are divided in three “doshas” that constitute our profound nature. These doshas are:

Vata: Ether and Air predominant

Pitta: Fire and Water predominant

Kapha: Earth and Fire predominant

The abhyanga massage allows the body to relax the muscles, and release them from tensions and toxins stuck in the body, thanks to the properties contained in the essential oils, combined with appropriate gestures. This massage facilitates blood circulation, decreases stress, and balances the energies of the body.

Lying on a mattress, according to the traditional way of Indian massage, you are in underwear to receive this massage.

Nuad Thai massage:( Wat-Po School)

This massage is native from India and was created by a doctor, friend of Buddha. Then it travelled to Thailand where it was taught.

This massage facilitates the circulation of energies in the body thanks to the stimulation of certain points called “meridians”. It allows the body to release the toxins, to relax and you can experience a real gain of flexibility. It is mainly composed of acupressure and stretching movements, in a yoga-like posture.

Lying on a mattress, you are wearing a comfortable suit to receive this massage.

These two massages are really efficient for athletes, dancers, people with sore muscles either as a preparation before effort, or after.

Pregnancy massage

Pregnancy is a wonderful moment in a woman’s life. It is a time where she can bring her awareness on her body and the life she carries. Life that passes through her body to expand it self in another human being.

This massage is the opportunity to connect with yourself in this state of pregnancy and also with your baby. It is a special time where you can allow yourself to relax, and let go of the ailments of pregnancy. Thanks to soft and wrapping movements, and a neutral oil, your body will release from toxins ; your blood and lymphatic circulation will be facilitated.

This massage is practiced on a mattress, with cushions for your comfort, and you are in underwear to receive it.
Starting at 4 month old only.

As a welcome, each massage begins with a feet bath.

Massage Fees:

$75 - 1h30

For children, a 30 minutes experience can be available, with the presence of a parent.
Fee : $30

Package: $280- 4 massages

Gift certificates also available

Massage in Schools Program

Created by two teachers, Mia Elmsäter and Sylvie Hétu, this program has been taught since 1995 throughout England, and other European countries, as well as Canada.
From the statement that a child learns through his/her body, they initiated a massage routine as a social tool to bring nurturing touch, balance, and a funny way in the learning and growing process at school.
This program is designed for children from 4 up to 12 years old ( Kindergarden-5th grade). The routine contains 15 movements that children learn to do on each other's back. No adult touches the children.
Supported by 15 pictures for an easy way to remember the routine, this program is greatly appreciated by any child.

Example : the baker, "knead the dough" movement on the trapezoidal muscles.

The benefits are huge, here are a few:

- enhance body awareness
- respect and tolerance
- build self-confidence
- harmonious relationships
- quieter class
- enhance listenings skills
- facilitate learning and memory

As an instructor, I come to school to teach the routine to the teachers, as well as the children. When they know the routine, they can practice it each day for 10 minutes to start the day, guided by their teacher. This routine can then be spread into homes where the children can massage their parents, or adding nursery rhymes, and any imaginative creation.

if you would like to know more about this program, please contact me.

MISP Fee: the fee depends on various factors and it is specific to each children facility and its budget.