massage variations offered

Deep tissue massage is a style of massage that is designed to get into the connective tissue of the body, rather than just the surface muscles.  A variety of techniques are used to deeply penetrate the muscles and fascia, loosening them and releasing tension.  Deep tissue massage can benefit chronic injuries.  Therapists can either relax or stimulate the muscle tissue to increase circulation so the blood flows freely, carrying oxygen and nutrients to the areas in need. 

In deep tissue massage, the focus is primarily in realigning the deeper layers of muscles and connective tissue.   It is especially helpful for chronic aches and pains and contracted areas such as:

• stiff neck and upper back
• low back pain
• leg muscle tightness
• sore shoulders

The goal of this classic massage treatment is to relax the entire body through various techniques such as long, flowing strokes using light to medium pressure.  This massage is geared toward the ease of general body tension, and does not involve any deep tissue techniques.   The goal is to diminish stress, improve circulation and provide a deep sense of relief for the client.  During a relaxation massage there is less emphasis on working out serious adhesions or knots in the muscle tissue and the therapist won't push your pain limits in order to get the muscle to release.  

Sometimes people even fall asleep during a relaxation massage !

*currently our Relaxation Massage is provided by our talented Massage Student, Tanya Larson  (cannot be submitted to insurance)

$35. for 60min Student Massage

 Sports massage therapy is both preventative and therapeutic and used for athletes during warm-ups, training and competition to treat and/or aid in the prevention of injuries.  It helps improve flexibility, range of motion and performance; not to mention, it aids in improving mental clarity.
Sports Massage is:

The application of effective massage techniques to an athlete with the purpose of enhancing their preparation for, and recovery from, the physical demands of training and competition.

Three Main Goals of Sports Massage

• achieve peak performance
• reduce injury
• recovery from injury

This specialized approach, combining gentle fascial release techniques and fluid movement, uses the

lymphatic system, part of the immune system, to release congestion, inflammation, waste, and toxins

from the body’s tissues.

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