Info About Thai Massage
Thai Massage FAQs-
What is Thai Massage also known as Thai Yoga?
"Ancient Massage or Thai Massage is an extraordinary method of aligning the energies of the body, and originates from the time of the Buddha.
Nuad Phaen Boran as it is referred to in Thailand, translates as Ancient Massage or Traditional Massage. More widely known today as Thai Massage, it is also often called Traditional Thai Massage, Ancient Thai Massage and occasionally Yoga Massage or Thai Yoga.
Like most Asian methods, this technique is a holistic practice. It is similar to acupressure and Shiatsu combined with assisted stretches and yogic Asanas. Its nickname has become, "yoga for the lazy". Ancient Massage will strengthen the client physically and harmonize their energy so a new life experience can arise. It combines techniques often used separately in western physiotherapies such as Trigger Point Therapy, Myofacial Release Techniques and Neuro Muscular Therapy.
Thai Massage focuese on the major meridians, also called energy lines or Nadis, which run throughout the human body. It aims to harmonize the body, to unleash blocked energy, and to rebalance any deficiencies along the energy lines. In contrast to traditional Chinese medicine, which uses acupuncture to manipulate the pressure points, Ancient Massage stimulates these same points with healing touch so that life energy, or Prana, is allowed to circulate freely.
Along with influencing the energetic side, Thai Massage also works on the physical body. It is a way to prevent sickness as it helps to dissolve physical blockages, and it also improves flexibility. Injured athletes, as well as those suffering from handicaps or stress are another target group. Essentially, anyone will benefit from this powerful technique.
Concerning the treatment, Thai Massage is a floor massage. The fully dressed client lies on a pad or light mattress. An ingenious system of movements allows the therapist to manipulate the client without much effort. Every movement is designed to support the client as well as the therapist. The massage is given in silence to allow the therapist to understand the client and to give the client a chance to focus and learn about himself without distraction. To give and to experience Ancient Massage is a meditative practice."
This system of movements allows the therapist to manipulate the client without much effort. Every movement is designed to support the client as well as the therapist. The massage is given in silence to allow the therapist to understand the client and to give the client a chance to focus and learn about himself without distraction. To give and to experience Ancient Massage is a meditative practice. "
This description is courtesy of The Ancient Massage Foundation in the Kathmandu Valley, for more information go to: www.ancientmassage.com
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Winter 2012:
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Have you met Yoda?
Yoda is the jeidi master--YES. He checks yogis through for class (unless he's sleeping, which happens a lot). Yoda, on behalf of all of the animals, asks that you please not wear fur to the Buddha B Yoga Center. He says we are a cruelty-free zone. For more information about the brutality involved in killing animals for their skins go to: http://www.peta.org/
Thank you.
Max Strom coming to Buddha B Yoga!
Yoga master and author of A Life Worth Breathing, Max Strom, will bless us with a visit on Sunday, March 11th, 2012. He will lead students through two workshops entitled: Strength, Grace and Healing from 10am-noon and Learn to Breathe, to Heal Yourself and Your Relationships from 2-4pm. Pre-register for these events on-line under the Workshops tab.
February:
The Queen of Hearts
Salamba Sarvangasana, Supported Shoulder Stand
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Meet Abby Dobbs Forrest Yoga teacher and massage therapist!
Abby's yoga journey began when she discovered the immense passion that was brought forth exploring Forrest Yoga with her teacher and mentor Ana Forrest. After completing her first 200hr teacher training through Forrest Yoga, she was given the opportunity to go further in another 200hr training with Natasha Rizopoulos of YogaWorks. Through a dynamic and mindful combination of poses in Abby’s classes, you will have fun, get sweaty, and most importantly, breathe deeply. Abby is so grateful for the opportunity to share her passion and delight of yoga to her students, both the physical asana, and the deeper philosophical, emotional, and spiritual aspects. Book a deep tissue massage with Abby on-line.
Go Vegan! The animals are ready.
Thank you so very much to Ingrid Newkirk, co-founder and president of PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals). It was the greatest honor to have you speak at the Buddha B Yoga Center. You are a true hero, a karma yogi, a holy teacher and an inspiration to us all! Lokah Samastah Sukhino Bhavantu: May all beings everywhere be happy and free, and may the thoughts, words and actions of our own lives contribute in some way to that happiness and to that freedom for all. Shanti. Shanti. Shanti. PEACE.
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